Town of Hudson is currently recruiting for qualified applicants for Planner I

Why work at the Town of Hudson?

• See your work make an impact on the community.
• Our close knit workplace puts an emphasis on work life balance.
• We provide opportunities for cross training, career growth, and employee development.
• We offer competitive pay and benefits including holiday bonuses, generous employer contribution to healthcare premiums, and retirement plan match.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Under the direction of the Planning Director, the Planner I provides entry-level professional planning work and is responsible for assisting with a wide range of town planning functions from development review to comprehensive plan policy implementation.

This position requires occasional attendance at Town Council and Planning Commission meetings which occur the first three Wednesdays of each month and begin at 6pm.

JOB SUMMARY

• Assists in providing coverage at the front counter, working closely with applicants and the general public, answering questions related to Town codes and ordinances and guiding them through the development review and compliance processes. Respond to e-mails, phone calls, and in-person inquiries from the general public regarding various zoning, subdivision, land use, development.
• Provide assistance and information to Town departments and potentially other outside agencies, contractors and the general public regarding a wide range of planning functions, and other related areas. This may include, but not be limited to, development standards application and communication, public improvements coordination, and code enforcement and compliance requirements.
• Conducts research and prepares staff reports and memorandums on planning issues and projects, as well as presents to staff, the Planning Commission, Town Council, or other outside agencies.
• Develops policy recommendations, ordinances, and reports related to long range planning projects.
• Provides staff support for special projects and programs administered by the department.
• Processes and reviews minor development applications.
• Interpret local, state and federal laws, regulations and guidelines as they relate to assigned responsibilities and stay up-to-date on various legislative changes.
• Conduct onsite inspections of development, building, and subdivision projects prior to, during, and after demolition and construction.
• May assist in or conduct the review and monitoring of programs, projects and applications to ensure compliance with various codes, plans, agreements, agency policies and procedures, and rules and regulations.
• May assist with developing code amendments, regulations, policies and procedures, including process improvements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in urban and regional planning, architecture, engineering, landscape architecture, or related field required. Master's degree in urban and regional planning may be substituted for 1 year of experience.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in the field of planning. (Detailed experience information must be provided with the application or must be clearly represented in the applicant's resume).
• Any equivalent combination of acceptable training, education, and experience will be considered at the discretion of the Planning Director.
• Must possess a valid Colorado Driver's License at time of hire.
• AICP candidate preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the principles of collaborative approaches to planning in the public sector, and the ability to apply these principles in an effective and professional manner.
• Use and operation of a personal computer, applicable software, which may include Microsoft Office, Internet applications, database management, and GIS programs and applications.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with department heads, supervisors, coworkers, governmental agencies, consultants, applicants, and the general public.
• Ability to interpret and effectively convey Town code requirements, policies and guidelines, ranging from determining setbacks to site plan code compliance review, in regards to public inquiries and permit applications.
• Effective written and verbal communication, including staff reports with graphic and statistical data.
• Provides excellent customer service, including handling sensitive and difficult issues with tact and patience.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Time management, organization, and problem-solving. This position will be working on several projects or issues simultaneously.
• Oral communication and interpersonal skills to explain rules and procedures clearly to the public.
• Creative problem-solving to gather relevant information to solve practical problems and address citizen inquiries and concerns.
• Ability to use independent judgment in routine circumstances and to seek guidance when necessary in non-routine circumstances.

WHAT OUR ORGANIZATION IS PROVIDING

• Expected hiring range of $55,000 – $70,000 annually
• Comprehensive health insurance with generous employer contribution
  • Choice of PPO, DHMO, and HDHP Medical plans
  • Dental and Vision
• Employer paid life insurance, short term disability, and long term disability
• Paid time off
• 13 paid holidays
• 457 deferred compensation retirement plan with up to 5% match

HOW TO APPLY

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