HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolutions - No. 90-187RESOLUTION NO. 90-187
A RESOLUTION OF THE LODI CITY COUNCIL
APPROVING THE NEW CLASS SPECIFICATIONS FOR SENIOR PLANNER,
FINDING CITY EMPLOYEE DAVID MORIMOTO IS PERFORMING THE DUTIES OF SENIOR
PLANNER, APPROVING MR. MORIMOTO'S ASSIGNMENT TO SAID POSITION, APPROVING THE
ELIMINATION OF THE ASSOCIATE PLANNER FROM MID -MANAGEMENT STATUS,
AND APPROVING THE PLACEMENT OF THE ASSOCIATE PLANNER CLASSIFICATION IN
THE GENERAL SERVICES UNIT
RESOLVED, that the Lodi City Council does hereby adopt the class
specifications for Senior Planner as shown on Exhibit A attached hereto and
thereby made a part hereof; and
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council finds that City employee David Morimoto
is currently performing the duties of Senior Planner; and
FURTHER RESOLVED, the Council hereby approves the assignment of David
Morimoto to the position of Senior Planner; and
FURTHER RESOLVED, the Council hereby approves the elimination of the
position of Associate Planner from the list of Mid -Management positions; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Council hereby approves the placement of the
Associate Planner classification in the General Services unit.
Dated: December 19, 1990
I hereby certify that Resolution No. 90-187 was passed and adopted by the
City Council of the City of Lodi in a regular meeting held December 19,
1990 by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members - Pinkerton, Pennino, Sieglock, Snider and
Hinchman (Mayor)
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None - f �.(al•�iX,
n�eMerrin
Deputy City Clerk
for Alice M. Reimche
City Clerk
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CITY OF LODI December 19, 1990
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DEFINITION:
under general supervision, provides lead direction to professional planning
staff and conducts complex professional work on current and/or advanced
planning projects; performs related work as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This is the advanced journey level position in the professional planning
series. The incumbent provides lead direction to assigned planners, and
performs highly specialized planning functions. Incumbents are assigned to
either advanced or current planning projects that require considerable
professional knowledge and the use of independent judgement. This class is
distinguished from the Community Development Director in that the latter has
overall management responsibility for the city's planning division.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Receives general supervision from the Community Development Director.
Delegates, organizes, and coordinates the activities of subordinate staff
and functions.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the followinq:
Coordinates and performs research, administrative and technical :°,tiv!ties
necessary to achieve planning project objectives and to mai:•.-ain
departmental information programs.
Provides lead direction and work assignments to professional and=ecnnical
staff; assists in the selection of assigned staff; instructs staff in
work procedures, reviews work performed, and provides input into
periodic performance evaluations.
Compiles and analyzes information such as population and economic growth
estimates, demographic, housing, and land use data.
Utilizes or directs the utilization of computers and software programs for
various technical projects and studies; develops plans and recommends
changes in policies and procedures.
Coordinates and assists in the processing of applications submitted for
subdivisions, requests for use and variance permits and other
development permits or approvals; reviews plans and other information
submitted.
Collects and evaluates information related to the application process and
recommends approval, disapproval, or alternative approaches; works with
Building Division to ensure enforcement of zoning regulations.
Coordinates and performs evaluations and analyses pertaining to the elements
of the comprehensive General Plan, area plans, environmental impact
reports, implementation, redevelcpment., and capital improvement plans,
programs, and related municipal ordinances and policies.
Prepares reports and recommendations and st;ite and federal :applications and
documents; confers with personnel from other departments and agencies
in coordinating assigned work; meets with representatives of community
organization and other groups to encourage cooperative action or to
resolve problems.
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EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: (continued)
Makes oral presentations before and may serve on commissions, committees,
community groups and boards of other governmental agencies.
f Conducts special investigations of a rachnical nature regarding planning
projects; reports conclusions and recommendations in technical report
form, or in form for publication.
Directs the preparation and design of maps, charts, models, sketches and
other graphic presentations; prepares reports, presentations,
correspondence and other written materials.
May act in the absence of the Community Development Director/Planning
on a relief basis.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of:
Objectives, principles, procedures, standards, practices, information
services and trends in the field of urban planning.
Land use, physical design, demographic, environmental, and social/economic
concepts as applied to municipal planning.
Statistical analysis and mathematical concepts related to the planning
process.
Application, modification, and interrelationships between ordinances,
policies, standards, procedures, and practices associated with the planning
function.
Applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
Terminology, symbols, methods, and techniques used in planning and map
drafting.
Local government organization and the functions and practices of d municipal
planning unit.
Basic supervisory principles and practices.
Ability to:
Assign, direct and review the work of others and train others in work
procedures.
Direct and conduct complex planning studies and activities.
Perform and coordinate activities, such as the collection, analysis, and
preparation of reports and recommendations.
Interpret laws, policies, procedures, regulations, maps, specifications,
site and building plans, graphs and statistical data.
Make persuasive presentations of ideas and recommendations.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those
contacted in the course of the work.
Exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines.
Prepare clear, concise and complete technical documents, reports and
correspondence.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to experience and education that would likely
provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical
combination is:
Education: A Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in city or regional
planning, urban planning, or a closely relaL,:�d t.iold.
Experience: tour years of professional planning experience.
Licenses and Certificates
Possession of a valid Dri%—r':: License (Class U) from the Californias
Departrent of Motor Vehicles.
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