Assistant City Planner/Economic Development

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Q.2. For the position discussed below, please answer the following questions.

Assistant City Planner/Economic Development

Job Description

Responsible for assisting the director of development in the day-to-day operations of the city’s planning department, including development review, annexations, land use plan amendments, rezonings, historic preservation, economic development activities with the city and airport, and GIS mapping

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in the planning-related field and two years’ experience in a planning-related field. A Master’s degree in a related field may be substituted for experience requirements. AICP recommended.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: Knowledge/understanding of growth management statues/FAC rules

Ability to understand/interpret city codes and regulations

Computer background (GIS recommended)

Strong presentation skills/PowerPoint

Strong verbal/writing skills

Ability to communicate/work with the general public

1. How and where will you let potential applicants know that this job is available?

       2. What kinds of information do you want applicants to provide in their applications?

       3. Will you use this information to screen applicants and determine that some are not eligible for further consideration? If so, how?

       4. What kinds of examinations or screening techniques are most appropriate for filling this position?

       5. Develop three interview questions for this particular position