Planner Ii

Salary: $60,202.31 - $78,263.00 Annually

Location : Marietta, GA

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 03467

Department: Department of Transportation (DOT)

Opening Date: 07/01/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Grade Code: 112

Position Information

The Planner II position will support the CobbLinc Transit System and work directly with DOT's Transit Division.


The service and amenities planning responsibilities will include, but not limited to:
•Lead in development of transit amenities program and associated policies and procedures;
•Lead in on-going analysis of operational health of transit routes to identify trends, patterns and areas of improvement as per federal and transit industry standards and guidelines;
•Direct and make recommendations for refinement of system's service standards;
•Address issues related to the existing transit amenities;
•Conduct field evaluations, in response to immediate needs and/or preventative measures;
•Aid in plan reviews as associated with its impact to existing and future transit amenities and services;
•Work closely with other team members and departments, as related to the state of good repair for the system's transit amenities, by way of GIS and/or other inventorying application and platforms;
•Have a familiarity with data analysis and outputs, as associated with GTFS feeds, GIS and National Transit Database (NTD);
•Participate in meetings and public hearings as required to provide support, gather feedback, and present findings on transit-related projects or initiatives;
•Assist in the preparation of technical reports including general status reports of amenities, service needs, as well as operational assessments for proposed service changes.

Planner II's experience should reflect an interest in public transportation or transportation planning, either by pursuit of AICP accreditation, participation or affiliation with planning or transportation industry organizations.

Essential Functions

Facilitates both long-range and current planning actions related to compliance with the County's land development code and comprehensive plan goals, objectives, and policy: participates in various development review and pre-development meetings to provide information and guidance for community development goals, objectives and initiatives; and provides professional and technical assistance and consultation regarding planning issues with industry professionals and the public

Evaluates and analyzes proposals and related data and information: evaluates land use, zoning and transportation planning proposals to ensure compliance with applicable laws, codes, ordinances, and related regulatory standards; evaluates environmental, statistical, impact and related information and data; identifies non-compliance and adverse impacts; and recommends mitigation measures.


Performs various statistical research and comparative analyses: compiles, maintains and updates planning operational data; analyzes planning data; forecasts and identifies future planning, transportation, and growth management deficiencies, trends and problems; evaluates impacts to proposed planning objectives and application to areas of responsibility; assists in development of planning improvements, and modifying proposed objectives accordingly.


Participates in preparation and administration of state and federal grants, inter-local agreements, land development regulations, and special studies as directed: gathers data; conducts research; and prepares and submits related applications, documentation and reports.


Prepares a wide variety of materials, reports and documentation for public hearings, various meetings and board presentations: provides presentations to supervisors, boards, commissions, civic groups and the general public on planning and growth management issues as directed.


Performs other related duties as assigned.


Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Urban Design, Regional Planning, or related field required, a Master's Degree is preferred; supplemented by two years of experience in planning, zoning or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Licenses and Certifications

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
Physical Abilities

Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds).
Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.


Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals.
Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.


Environmental Factors

Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.


EEO Statement

Cobb County is an equal opportunity employer.
Cobb County Government does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.


Visit Cobb County's Employee Benefits page to learn more.


01

I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application.
Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.
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02

I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position.
Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration.
Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application and/or in a supplemental question response, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
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Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?
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Do you have a valid driver's license?
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Educational Background: Mark the highest level of education you have completed.
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If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study?
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How many years of experience do you have in planning and zoning?
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Please describe in full detail your experience in planning and/or zoning.
Enter N/A if not applicable.
"See Resume" will not be accepted.


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If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following elements: a criminal background check and a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check.
Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration.
Are you willing to accept these terms?
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