Planning Manager

How We Put You First:

At the City of Lee's Summit, we offer a competitive pay structure. In addition, we also offer a second to none set of benefits.

• Working remotely may allowed two days per week after our probationary period.
• The City pays for all contributions associated with the Missouri Lagers pension plan.
• We offer three medical insurance programs based upon your individual needs, dental and vision plans.
• A combination of paid holidays, vacation days and paid sick leave.
• A comprehensive list of benefits can be found here.

Who We Are: The Development Services Department is a multi-disciplinary team focused on enhancing our community's quality of life through the facilitation of private development, business, and community services. We thrive in a fast paced, highly collaborative environment working towards solutions that are beneficial to all concerned. We engage and work with residents and businesses through the complete project lifecycle from conception to long-term maintenance. We are the one-stop shop for all things private property and business related and we value service excellence, integrity, and stewardship in all our actions. We cultivate a fun, supportive environment where each individual's perspective is a welcome addition to the team! The City of Lee's Summit is a thriving, progressive community situated 16 miles southeast of downtown Kansas City. With a population of 101,108, Lee's Summit has all the very best attributes of a small town while enjoying the amenities of a large city. Complemented by a growing business community and superior quality of life, Lee's Summit has become one of the largest cities in Missouri. Lee's Summit boasts an award-winning school system and holds national accreditations for its Parks and Recreation, Fire, Police and Public Works services. Lee's Summit has a strong appreciation for arts, culture and entertainment making it a vibrant place to live and work. The cultural scene includes public art installations, musical performances, theatre productions and Fourth Friday Art Walks. Recently named America's Great Neighborhood by the American Planning Association, Lee's Summit's historic downtown district provides a unique network of restaurants, boutiques and businesses. Special events such as Oktoberfest and Downtown Days draw visitors from all over the Kansas City metro. Lee's Summit offers countless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. With 30 parks, 92 miles of trails and numerous regional lakes, most residents live within close proximity to a recreational activity. Lee's Summit continues to receive regional and national recognition for its endless amenities for residents of all ages. Among the notable recognitions, the city received gold certification as a Community for all Ages and was designated a Walk Friendly Community and Bicycle Friendly Community.

Key Job Duties:

• Manages and implements goals, objectives and programs for the City based upon long range plans.
• Communicates official plans, policies and procedures to elected officials, staff and general public
• Analyzes and researches data, surveys, standards, codes and ordinances to maintain knowledge of current practices
• Attends and makes presentations to various boards, commissions and the City Council on development applications and planning initiatives.
• Provides public education opportunities regarding ordinance, zoning and City code

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Urban Planning or a related field required, Master's Degree preferred.

AICP is required within one year of hiring.

Minimum five years' experience in municipal or public planning, engineering, architecture or related field required and

Valid State motor vehicle operator's license and acceptable driving record required

What We Are Looking For:

• The ability to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders on current development projects.
• Someone with a dynamic approach to prioritizing current planning and executing long-range planning goals
• A communicator who can contour their message to different audiences
• The ability to balance the language of various city codes while providing solutions to challenges

Considerable and thorough knowledge of zoning laws and comprehensive plans including their formation, process of adoption and enforcement.
Thorough knowledge of planning programs and processes.
Working knowledge of personal computers and GIS applications.
Knowledge of supervisory practices and proven leadership skills.
Ability to read and interpret construction documents.

Ability to prepare, organize and maintain a variety of reports, processes and systems.
Ability to effectively use oral and written communications.
Ability to use or ability to learn to prepare reports utilizing Microsoft Office suite and other software as applicable.
Ability to analyze problems to identify alternative solutions.
Ability to guide, train, direct and motivate employees.
Ability to organize and supervise the activities of others.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and with suppliers or the public as needed.