Strategic planner Jobs in Columbia, MO

Job Description Summary

The purpose of this job is to provide comprehensive city plan management and implementation. Manages planning and development applications, including those for annexation, zoning, and subdivision of property; and communicates with customers regarding project compliance and impact. Proposes Unified Development Code (UDC) amendments; manages assigned transportation-related planning and project grants. Essential Duties and Responsibilities - The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description

• Conducts comprehensive plan management. Prepares updates for plans, agreements, and grants.
• Processes planning and development applications. Reviews building permits and business licenses. Drafts development-related agreements.
• Administers, maintains, and revises the Unified Development Code.
• Implements and maintains software.
• Monitors federal transportation legislation and requirements and participates in Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) and federal transportation planning conference calls and webinars.
• Staffs and prepares reports and meeting agendas for Columbia Area Transportation Study Organization (CATSO) policy board and technical sub-committee meetings. May prepare reports for the Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Adjustment.
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Hours / Days M-F (8-5) & occasional nights meetings Starting Salary $30.72 / hr (minimum) to $37.79 / hr (midpoint); commensurate with Training and Experience Pay Grade 110 Number of Positions Available 1 Deadline to Apply Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants This position spans both current (60%) and long-range (40%) planning tasks. Experience as a “lead” planner on policy or regulatory initiatives is desired. Applicants should be self-motivation, have experience in public engagement / outreach, and be capable of building relationships internally and externally. Applicants are encouraged to provide specific examples of their engagement skills / strategies with diverse audiences and their ability to manage multiple projects, simultaneously, from inception to completion.

POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED. THE PREFERRED APPLICATION DATE IS MARCH 19, 2025.