Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $48,400.00 - $72,900.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Life insurance
long-term disability
MO Lagers Pension
Voluntary benefit plans
Paid Time Off
Job Description
Florissant is a vibrant city known for its commitment to community development and economic growth. As a municipal government entity, it aims to foster a high quality of life through well-planned urban development and by promoting local businesses. The city places a strong emphasis on collaboration between government staff, residents, and the business community to achieve sustainable growth and positive economic outcomes. Florissant offers a supportive and dynamic work environment for professionals dedicated to urban planning and economic development, with a comprehensive benefits package including pension, medical, dental, life insurance, and disability coverage.
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Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college with a major in land-use planning, urban planning, public policy, community development, business administration or related field
- Experience working in municipal planning and economic development desirable
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in land-use planning, urban planning, public policy, community development, business administration or related field
- Experience working in municipal planning and economic development desirable
- Strong analytical and research skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prepare comprehensive reports and presentations
- Knowledge of zoning laws, land use regulations and municipal planning processes
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and planning software
- Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of stakeholders
- Strong organizational and time management skills
Job Duties
- Evaluates land use proposals and development permits for conformity to established plans and ordinances
- Assists the general public, builders, developers and other staff members by responding to planning, zoning and land use related questions
- Prepares reports on planning and development issues, including special use permits, rezoning petitions, site plans, subdivision plats, etc.
- Provides support to the Building Commissioner, other Public Works staff, and the Director of Economic Development in their roles as staff liaison to various boards and commissions
- Assists and provides support and information to Board of Adjustment, Planning and Zoning Commission, Landmarks Commission, and other Boards or Commissions as assigned
- Assists the Director of Economic Development in review of the city's Comprehensive Plan and its continued implementation
- Provides leadership in the development and implementation of short- and long-range plans and policies related to economic development activities
- Performs research, data collection, and analysis
- prepares reports and studies
- performs special projects as assigned
- proposes changes in city code and regulations in coordination with the Building Commissioner
- Assists the Building Commissioner and City Clerk with review, evaluation, and coordination of development petitions put forth to the Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council
- Inspects sites of proposed developments as part of site plan review process
- Investigates and addresses zoning violations as directed
- Assists the Director of Economic Development with business attraction and retention
- This position will assist in the creation and implementation of Business Retention and Expansion Program, promoting and marketing the city as a place to do business
- Assists in implementing strategies to attract and recruit businesses to the city
- Develops and maintains a cooperative working relationship with existing businesses, landowners, developers, site consultants, realtors, entrepreneurs, private industry representatives, and economic development related organizations and agencies
- Assists the Director of Economic Development with social media, websites, and networking event promotions under the Choose Florissant brand
- Performs all other related duties as assigned and required
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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