Associate Planner/Planner II

The City of Coeur d'Alene Planning Department is looking for a qualified Associate Planner/Planner II to join their team! The Associate Planner is the mid-level position in the Community Development Department, responsible to analyze, review and approve moderately difficult development proposals that may be more controversial or include multiple parts. These reviews require much more thorough review of a project and more detailed staff reports, with presentations to both the Planning Commission and the City Council. This position handles Design Review Commission items, which generally require a very solid understanding of the City's varying overlay of zoning districts and design guidelines. The position assists with the more complex code amendments and helps with organizing and leading workshops on proposed ordinances or special projects and conducts appeal hearings. The Associate Planner differs from the Assistant Planner in the diversity and scope of professional responsibility and complexity of projects assigned. The position works under the general direction of the Community Planning Director, with latitude for the use of independent judgment and decision-making. The position works primarily in a general office environment, with some field work for site-visits.