Clinical Facilities Planner jobs in Springfield, OR

Applications Close – 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 31, 2024

DEFINITION

Performs professional research and writing relating to current and long-range planning programs, special projects and studies. Assists in receiving and analyzing land use applications, preparing written staff reports and recommendations on those applications and presenting recommendations to public decision-making bodies.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the direction of the Community Development Director or designee.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Supervision of employees may be required of persons in this position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Unless specifically identified as a “Non-Essential Job Function”, the information included in this job description, and any referenced supplemental documents, is considered an “Essential Job Function”. Temporary modifications to provide reasonable accommodations, or transitional work assignments, do not waive any of the essential functions for this position.

The following information is not all-inclusive.

• May coordinate citizen involvement activities including public meetings, neighborhood meetings and meetings associated with infrastructure.
• Provides information and advises the public concerning effects of City Ordinance requirements and City policies on the use of property.
• Analyzes individual land use applications for conformance with City Ordinance requirements and policies; prepares written evaluation.
• Assists in developing grant proposals for the City to initiate new programs.
• Conducts various special studies and projects as assigned by the Community Development Director or designee.
• Provides staff support to public bodies including presentations to commissions and committees during work sessions and public hearings.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of City planning principles, practices and trends.
• Knowledge of research methodology and statistical techniques and ability to apply both to planning issues.
• Knowledge of Land Use and Development Ordinance and other related planning ordinances.
• Knowledge of legal practices and terminology as applied to City planning.
• Reasonable knowledge of supervisory and administrative principles and practices.
• Knowledge surrounding the use of GIS software programs.
• Familiarity with engineering principles at City scale and project scale.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret complex legal and regulatory information.
• Ability to analyze data and produce reports.
• Ability to work with members of the public in a professional consistent manner.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in written form.
• Ability to form input and extract data from computers.

Work Standards:

• Regular attendance and punctuality.
• Speak and act truthfully.
• Conduct oneself with integrity, morality, character, and trustworthiness.
• Exhibit self-control.
• Detail-oriented.
• Thorough when completing work tasks.
• Accept supervision and constructive criticism.
• Reliable, responsible, and dependable.
• Willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
• Independence of action within industry standards and departmental guidelines is stressed.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Education and experience requirements listed are minimum standards. Other equivalent combinations of education, certifications, training, and experience may be considered.

Education: Bachelor's Degree in urban planning or closely related field.

Experience: Two years of experience in land use planning.

Any satisfactory combination of course work, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may substitute for the above.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The City of Roseburg is committed to complying fully with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Oregon’s Disability Accommodation and Discrimination laws. We are also committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities. The City of Roseburg will make reasonable efforts to accommodate a qualified applicant or employee with a known disability, unless such accommodation creates an undue hardship on the City of Roseburg’s operations, or a safety risk to employee or coworkers, or removes an essential job function. Employees should request an accommodation as soon as it becomes apparent that a reasonable accommodation may be necessary, to enable the employee to perform the essential duties of a position, or to participate in the employment process. To discuss an accommodation request, please contact John VanWinkle, Human Resource Director.

While performing the duties of this job; work is performed primarily indoors in mostly office settings, with a noise level that is usually quiet; at times work may be performed outside with a noise level and weather which may vary. May require bending, hearing voice and telephone conversation, seeing, keyboarding, sitting and standing for extended periods of time. May be required to perform a full range of motion with lifting and/or carrying supplies, materials, equipment and/or items weighing up to 25 pounds.

The factors described herein, are representative of, but not all-inclusive of, those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform as an Associate Planner.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE

The City of Roseburg follows Oregon law regarding Veterans’ Preference, you must complete the Veteran’s Preference Form and attach a copy of your DD214 / DD215. If you are a disabled veteran, you must also include a copy of your Veteran’s Administration benefit summary/award letter with your application.

BENEFIT SUMMARY

The City of Roseburg provides a comprehensive benefit package to employees including Medical, Vision, Dental, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance and various voluntary benefits including MASA Medical Transport Solutions and Aflac. The City participates in the State of Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and currently pays the entire contribution on behalf of employees. All full-time employees working over 20 hours per week are eligible for medical benefits the first of the month following their date of employment. Links to the complete benefits resource guide can be found at: https://www.cityofroseburg.org/departments/human-resources/employee-benefits.

Insurance Benefits:

• Medical, vision and dental benefits for employee and family, paid at 100% by the City with the opportunity to buy-up to a lower deductible plan.
• Long-term disability insurance provided by the City.
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance – policy value of $25,000 paid by the City.
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA-VEBA) contributions provided by the City.

Additional Benefits:

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• The City has a fully equipped fitness center available 24 hours a day.

How to Apply: Complete an application form available via one of the following methods.

Electronically: https://www.cityofroseburg.org/departments/human-resources/employment

In-Person: City of Roseburg – Administration, 900 SE Douglas Avenue, Roseburg, OR 97470

Submit completed application to Human Resources by the closing date listed in the job announcement. Applications must be received or postmarked no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. All required documents should be presented with the application. Resumes are accepted in addition to, not in lieu of, the City of Roseburg application form.

Selection Process: Applications are thoroughly reviewed and screened by the Human Resources Office. Since these are competitive selection processes, applicants whose backgrounds appear to most closely match the needs of the particular vacancy will be considered. Once the screening is complete, Human Resources notifies all candidates of their status. This process can take from one to four weeks after the closing date. Due to the number of applicants and the limited number of job opportunities, not all applicants proceed in the recruitment process.

The City of Roseburg does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission to, access to, or operations of its programs, services or activities. The City of Roseburg does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices.

Questions: Please direct questions to City of Roseburg Administration, Human Resources office at 541-492-6866.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29.92 - $38.18 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Work Location: In person