RES 1196RESOLUTION NO ./lC](p
A RESOLUTION revising the job description and salary
schedule for the Planning Manager.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CAMAS AS FOLLOWS:
Section I
The job description for the Planning Manager shall be as set forth in Exhibit "A "attached
hereto and by this reference incorporated herein.
Section II
The position of Planning Manager shall be an exempt position as defined under all
applicable state and federal statutes and regulations and shall be entitled to all benefits afforded
to managers as set forth in the Ordinances of the City and in the City Non -Represented
Employees Handbook .
Section III
The salary steps for the position of Planning Manager shall be as follows:
Non-Represented Position 61 72453
Planning Manager 7256607662576839704464456641
Section IV
This resolution shall be effective as of J
PASSED BY the Council and approved by the Mayor this e,2010 .
\SIGNED :
Mayor
7?')ATTEST:
Clerk
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APPROVED as to form :
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City Attorney
CITY OF CAMAS
Union Status:Non-Represented
May 2010
PLANNING MANAGER
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the
class.Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
JOB OBJECTIVES
Under administrative direction of the Community Development Director,to manage,supervise and
coordinate the activities and operations of the Planning Division;to coordinate assigned activities with
other City services and outside agencies;and to provide highly responsible and complex administrative
support with an emphasis on environmental resources,programs,policies and administration.
To perform all of the assigned duties in accordance with the City of Camas operating procedures;to
develop and maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships with team members and others;
and to consistently provide quality service.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS
The following tasks are typical for positions in this classification.Any single position may not perform all of these
tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here:
1.Manage the organizational,staffing and operational activities for the Planning Devision.Coordinate
and review the work plan of the Planning Division;meet with staff to identify and resolve problems;
assign work activities,projects and programs;monitor work flow;review and evaluate work products,
methods and procedures.
2 .Perform all duties in accordance with the City of Camas policies.
3 .Provide a high level of customer service at all times;project and maintain a positive image on behalf
of the City of Camas with those contacted in the course of work.
Manage and participate in the development and implementation of goals,objectives,policies and
priorities for assigned programs;recommend appropriate service and staffing levels;recommend and
administer policies and procedures.
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5.Continuously monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and
procedures;assess and monitor workload,administrative and sup'port systems,and internal reporting
relationships;identify opportunities for improvement and review with the Community Development
Director;implement improvements .
6.Train,motivate and evaluate assigned personnel;provide or coordinate staff training;work with
employees to correct deficiencies;implement discipline and termination procedures.
7.Provide responsible staff assistance to the Community Development Director;prepare and present
staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
8.Develop and review staff reports related to planning;present reports to the Planning Commission,
City Council and other commissions,committees and boards;perform a variety of pubic relations and
outreach work related to planning activities .
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Planning Manager (Continued)
9.Manage and implement a variety of environmental programs and projects including shorelines,State
Environmental Policy Act (SEPA),and stormwater management (NPDES).
10.Monitor the implementation of approved public and private wetland mitigation plans and assist in
City efforts to achieve compliance.
11.Assist in the enforcement of violations of city ordinances related to federal state and local guidelines
and procedures .
AUXILIARY FUNCTION STATEMENTS
Provide assistance to other departments in resolving planning related issues .1.
2.Follow all safety rules and procedures established for work area.
3.Perform related duties and responsibilities as required .
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Operations,services and activities of a municipal planning program .
Principles and practices of urban planning and development.
Principles and practices of program development and administration .
Principles and practices related to erosion control .
Laws,codes,rules,regulations and ordinances applied to land use planning.
Methods and techniques of conducting environmental and development reviews.
Principles and practices of current and long range planning and development.
Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration .
Principles of supervision,training and performance evaluation.
Pertinent Federal,State and local laws,codes and regulations.
Ability to:
Oversee and participate in the management of a comprehensive municipal planning program.
Oversee,direct and coordinate the work of lower level staff.
Select,supervise,train and evaluate staff
Participate in the development and administration of division goals,objectives and procedures .
Prepare clear and concise technical reports.
Ensure that developments comply with all applicable rules,regulations and conditions of approval.
Coordinate the City’s long range planning efforts with applicable State agencies and other local
jurisdictions.
Review and draft new municipal codes for compliance with State laws and administrative rules.
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Analyze problems,identify alternative solutions,project consequences of proposed actions and
implement recommendations in support of goals.
Research,analyze and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.
Interpret and apply Federal,State and local policies,laws and regulations.
Communicate clearly and concisely,both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Make responsible decisions under pressure with challenging deadlines.
Work independently on multiple tasks and ability to cope with interruptions and multiple deadlines.
Education and Experience Guidelines
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is
qualifying.A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education:
Equivalent to a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major course
work in urban planning,natural resources management or a related field.
Experience:
Five years of increasingly responsible experience in urban planning or or environmental
planning,including two years of administrative and supervisory responsibility.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands herein 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 these essential job functions.
Environment:Office environment,exposure to computer screens.
Mobility:Walking,standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
Vision:Visual acuity to review written materials.
Other Factors:Incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and
weekends.Incumbents may be required to travel outside City boundaries to attend meetings.