The City of Central Point is seeking to hire a Community Planner I, II or III to join the

Community Development Department's Planning Team.

We are a small team serving a medium size community that seeks to maintain its small town feel and livability as it grows. Over the next 5-year period, the Planning Team's focus will be on refreshing its long-range planning program to align with the community's preferred vision for its future and recently adopted State rules concerning Climate Friendly & Equitable Communities while maintaining an efficient and professional development review program. A key component of this work plan will include developing a Geographic Information System (GIS) program to streamline database management, conduct in-house spatial analysis and provide real-time public information regarding land use and development the City.

If you are looking to start or grow your career in planning, this position offers an outstanding opportunity to work on diverse projects and contribute to providing a better experience for all those living, doing business in and visiting Central Point. Intermediate to advanced level GIS skills and experience is preferred.

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Deadline for first review of Applications will be 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 17, 2023

The Community Planner I will perform entry-level planning activities and duties onsite and in the field with a focus on current planning and customer support and assisting senior staff with long-range planning projects.

The Community Planner II will perform professional land use activities of moderate to advanced difficulty. The Community Planner II is expected to have in-depth knowledge within at least one planning specialty area, such as housing, environmental planning, or urban design. This position is characterized by an elevated level of required duties and responsibilities as compared to a Community Planner I.

The Community Planner III performs advanced professional planning activities that are highly complex and varied. The Community Planner III is distinguished from the Community Planner II in that assignments are more complex and technical. The Community Planner III must be skilled in presenting complex information on sometimes controversial issues to appointed and elected bodies and the public at large. The Community Planner III is expected to possess a higher level of expertise, knowledge and skill than the Community Planner II.

JOB DUTY REQUIREMENTS:

Driver License: Possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record at the time of hire required and must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.

Minimum Required Qualifications - Planner I, II, III:

• Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning or closely related field (i.e. Geography)
• Land use planning experience or work experience of a similar scope of responsibilities (minimum two years of experience)

Any satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience which ensures the ability to perform the work may substitute for the requirement

Preferred/Special Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and the ability to read and interpret maps.

See job descriptions for more information about duties, core competencies and requirements.

Job Description - Planner I

Job Description - Planner II

Job Description - Planner III

SALARY & BENEFITS:

Planner I:

Salary range: $4,644 - $6,225 monthly Grade "7" of the Compensation Pay Plan (hourly equivalent $26.79 - $35.91 per hour)

Planner II:

Salary range: $5,195 - $6,960 monthly Grade "8" of the Compensation Pay (hourly equivalent $29.97 - $40.15 per hour)

Planner III:

Salary range: $5,455 - $7,308 monthly Grade "9" of the Compensation Pay (hourly equivalent $31.47 - $42.16 per hour)

Up to $450 (per month) Additional Certification, Bilingual, and Education Pay per collective bargaining agreement.

Benefits Package (All positions in this recruitment): Full family medical with low deductible, dental, vision, and Rx insurance, City paid health reimbursement account, generous vacation and sick leave, twelve paid holidays plus two floating holidays, fully paid Oregon PERS retirement, life and long term disability insurance, fitness reimbursement, college tuition reimbursement program employee assistance program; plus optional employee paid benefits: deferred compensation, flexible spending account, Mercy Flights, and additional life insurance.

Pay and benefits are negotiated and codified in a collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 223. A copy of the current Union contract can be found HERE

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

To APPLY go to http://www.centralpointoregon.gov/jobs and complete the on-line application.

Only individuals who submit a complete on-line application prior to the deadline will be considered.

YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO ATTACH A RESUME OR ANY OTHER FORMS

TO YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION

Once your application is received, you will receive updates on what the next steps in the process are via email. You must meet all of the deadlines provided. Please be sure to check your spam/junk folders.

IMPORTANT NOTE: If you apply using INDEED or other application software, all required information may not be collected or transferred to the City's application form. To ensure a smooth application process you should apply directly at www.centralpointoregon.gov/jobs. The City is not responsible for any missed deadlines or missing data due to the use of electronic application software. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

TIMELINE:

All notifications will be sent via email. Please be sure to check your spam/junk folders

December 16, 2022 - Begin accepting Applications

Applications accepted until position is filled.

Deadline for First Application Review is 4 pm. on Tuesday, January 17, 2023

Deadline for Second Application Review (if needed) - 4 pm. on Wednesday, February 15, 2023

Invitations to Interview/Test - Sent out no later than end of day Thursday, January 19th (First round of applicants)

February 9th or 10th - Interviews and Testing (Applications received prior to 4pm, January 17th)

March 1, 2023 Anticipated start date

This timeline is intended as a guideline and subject to change.

SELECTION PROCESS: Applications will be reviewed by Human Resources and the Planning Department. Candidates most closely meeting the City's needs will be referred for interview with final appointment by the City Manager. Selection procedures and timelines subject to change. Those selected must be able to provide proof of legal right to work in this country.

Note: Only those applicants who meet all of the minimum qualifications for the position as described in the position description will be considered. Meeting the minimum qualification does not guarantee an interview. The process is progressive and applicants must be selected to move to subsequent levels of the process. Qualified Veterans receive hiring preference as outlined in Oregon statute.

The City reserves the right to select the individual who, in the opinion of the City of Central Point, represents the most appropriate match for the City's needs at the time of selection.

Notes: The City of Central Point reserves the right to re-advertise or to delay indefinitely the filling of a position if it is determined that (1) applicants do not constitute an adequate recruitment pool; (2) candidates within the pool do not fulfill the desired qualifications; (3) the City does not have the necessary funds for the position at the time; or (4) it is for any reason not in the best interest of the City to fill the position.

The City of Central Point is a non-discriminatory, equal opportunity employer.