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Associate Planner GIS #2210-211300-01

Date Opened
Saturday, October 15, 2022 8:00 AM
Close Date
Sunday, October 30, 2022 8:00 PM
Section
Planning Design & Development
Salary
  • $55,000 to $57,000 Commensurate with experience
Employment Type
  • Full Time
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Introduction

This is an entry-level position responsible for completing planning processes and projects that rely heavily on using GIS and other spatial analytics tools.  In particular, this position provides support in applying information and technology to better understand and address complex planning issues and to effectively provide planning services. 

Overview

The City of Charlotte is the largest municipality in North Carolina and the 17th largest city in the United States, with a total population of more than 872,498 citizens. A major commerce center, Charlotte hosts several of the nation’s largest banks and technology companies.

Also known as the Queen City, Charlotte is home to the Carolina Panthers, the Charlotte Hornets and the NASCAR Hall of Fame. We work hard to ensure that the community will be a winning city for everyone – a truly remarkable place to live, work, learn and play. Join us in helping to keep our City thriving, ensuring upward mobility and advancement in the workplace.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

  • Produce maps and update GIS datasets to support the Entitlement Services Division and the rezoning process.
  • Maintain and update the official zoning layer, which covers Charlotte city limits and ETJ.
  • Provide GIS and mapping support for the Community Area Planning process.
  • Provide GIS, data management and data discovery support for the Charlotte Future 2040 Comprehensive Plan Implementation Program.
  • Assist with the creation of annual population estimates and participate in the annual US Census Bureau Boundary and Annexation Survey.
  • Create high quality information products and dashboards for Planning related projects as needed.
  • Complete technical research utilizing GIS and other analytical and visualization tools for a variety of Planning initiatives.
  • Embrace continuous learning, training and self-improvement.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Proficiency with ArcGIS suite of products, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS 10.7 and ArcGIS Online.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of products, including Excel, Word and Outlook.
  • Knowledge of GIS concepts and ability to create and maintain maps, spatial datasets, tables and other geospatial data.
  • Ability to create visually pleasing maps using sound cartographic principals.
  • Ability to complete highly technical tasks efficiently and accurately, often under tight deadlines.
  • Ability to use problem solving and spatial analyses to answer Planning related questions.
  • Ability to provide excellent customer service and be able to work independently and in a team environment.

Preferred Qualification

  • Four-Year degree in Planning, Architecture, Geography, Landscape Architecture, Engineering, Political Science, Public Administration, Social Science or related degree. 
  • Must be proficient with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS 10.7, Microsoft Office Suite, and familiarity with the geodatabase data model.
  • Familiarity with 3D spatial data, ArcUrban, CommunityViz and Tableau Desktop 2021.4 is preferred.
  • Some community engagement experience and public presentation skills are ideal.
  • One (1) year professional planning experience required. A Master’s Degree may be substituted for experience.

Minimum Qualifications

Four-Year degree in Planning, Architecture, Geography, Landscape Architecture, Engineering, Political Science, Public Administration, Social Science or related degree. 

Conditions of Employment

The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.

Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate’s written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.

Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.

The City of Charlotte requires proof of COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment for any new City of Charlotte employees. The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such, will consider reasonable accommodations as required by law.

The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

How To Apply

Apply online.

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Anyone seeking an accommodation to apply for a job may call (704) 336-2285 for assistance or you may email questions to CityHrJobPostingsNotify@ci.charlotte.nc.us.

Benefits

The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to all employees.

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The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

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