Planning Technician

The City of Collinsville invites applications for the role of Planning Technician. Under general supervision, performs a variety of duties related to the collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of economic, technical land use, zoning and other City planning data; ensures compliance with the City's development standards.Job ResponsibilitiesThe duties for this position include, but are not limited to:Gather, maintain analyze, and interpret data.Compile information and make recommendations on special studies; prepare technical reports.Attend meetings and make presentations to the City Council, Planning Commission, standing and ad hoc committees, developers, community groups and outside agencies.Review development proposals and other requests for conformance with appropriate regulations; prepare reports and make recommendations.Advise and confer with architects, builders, attorneys, contractors, engineers, and the general public regarding City development policies, standards, and guidelines. Perform related field work.Take phone calls and inquiries from the public and other agencies; provide assistance to walk in customers at the counter.Prepare staff reports and graphic displays.Research and draft ordinances for review.Interpret project compliance with City plans, ordinances, and codes.Perform on-site inspections to confirm compliance with approved plans, ordinances, and codesAttend and participate in professional group meetings; maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the field of municipal planning; incorporate new developments as appropriate into programs.Serve as Staff Liaison for City Boards/Commissions (Planning Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, Cool Cities Committee), as needed.Perform related duties as required.Minimum QualificationsA Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work urban planning, geography, economics, or a related field or any equivalent combination of education and experience.Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures of city planning and economic development.Understanding of state and local laws, codes and ordinances related to city planning and economic development, and the relationship and responsibilities of Federal, State, regional and local government agencies.Understanding of and competence in office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.Perform technical research and give reliable advice on planning problems. Demonstrate tact and diplomacy with the publicInterpret and explain laws underlying general plans, zoning and land divisions.Prepare and interpret maps, plans, charts and tables. Learn applicable environmental laws and regulations.Analyze and compile technical and statistical information and prepare reports.Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.Provide excellent customer service to all members of the public as well as City and other public agency personnel.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.Ability to utilize statistical and research methods as applied to the collection, analysis and presentation of data; and to communicate such information verbally, graphically, and in written form.SALARY and BENEFITSSalary range is $63,668.80 to $70,262.40 per year, depending on qualifications. This position is hourly, eligible for overtime and compensation time.The City of Collinsville offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, vision and prescription 100% funded by the City for single coverage.Pension is with the Illinois Municipal Retirement (IMRF) system.Disability Benefits with IMRFPublic Service Loan ForgivenessVacation Time, 1 Personal Day/year, and 12 Sick Hours/monthTuition Reimbursement Opportunities 11 Paid HolidaysTo view more of our benefits please visit: DEADLINETo receive full consideration, applications are due by December 31, 2025. Please apply through the City of Collinsville website at Job Posted by ApplicantPro