Associate Parks Planner
Associate Parks Planner
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Job Description
Job Description
The City of Renton is seeking an Associate Parks Planner to join the Parks and Recreation Departments Parks and Trails Division. The Division is responsible for citywide planning acquisition development and major maintenance of Rentons parks trails and natural areas overseeing the citys urban forestry program and operating the Renton History Museum.
The Associate Parks Planner plays a vital multidisciplinary role in advancing the Departments mission to provide exceptional parks and recreational opportunities that enrich the health wellness and quality of life for all Renton residents while ensuring equitable access preserving natural resources and honoring the citys history. As part of a collaborative and passionate team the Associate Parks Planner will:
- Support both short and longterm planning efforts.
- Assist in the planning design and development of public parks and trails including community and partner engagement.
- Contribute to land acquisition conservation initiatives grant development and systemwide needs analyses.
- Foster interdepartmental collaboration and community engagement to ensure that projects align with city goals and reflect public priorities.
The incumbent will need to have strong project management skills excellent written and oral communication and coordination abilities and a solid understanding of public open space planning design and regulations. This is an exciting time to join the department as Renton is currently updating its 2020 Parks Recreation and Natural Areas Plan the current version of which is available on the Parks and Recreation website.
Working for the City of Renton comes with an excellent benefits package including:- Deferred compensation with the City contributing 3 of the employees salary.
- VEBA Plan with the City contributing 1 of the employees salary.
- Medical dental vision and life insurance at affordable rates
- Paid leave for vacation sick eleven holidays and two personal holidays a year
- State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems Public Employee Retirement Systems (PERS) plan enrollment
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Telework Program
The City of Renton supports workers performing in a hybrid capacity (partial telework/inoffice) where job responsibilities can be performed remotely. This position may be eligible for a telework arrangement working certain days/times remotely based on the operational needs of the City and specific Department. Regardless of the job title or telework arrangement the City of Renton employees must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance to their worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Research prepare and present staff reports and presentations to the City Council Planning or Parks Commission other boards and commissions other elected officials regional committees shareholders civic groups and the general public.
- Compose edit and prepare a variety of written materials including reports discussion papers amendments to the municipal code graphics and other materials.
- Collect analyze and interpret social economic demographic housing and land use data and summarize in report form.
- Remain current on relevant legislation regulations codes and policies.
- Coordinate and assure the quality production of major planning documents and maps and administer related contracts.
- Assist with all aspects of parks planning land acquisition and land conservation within the Parks and Recreation Department.
- Support the development and implementation of planning and policy documents related to park and trail development citywide and park and trail master plans land acquisition and natural area conservation; Assist in identifying and prioritizing broad park trail facility and natural area projects based on documented emerging needs.
- Actively participate in citywide longrange planning initiatives conducted by other departments contributing professional expertise on parks trails natural areas and recreation.
- Provide and interpret information orally and in writing to the public local state and federal entities concerning Department policies rules and regulations.
- Provide community engagement and outreach efforts through participation at public meetings managing online platforms and other related methods as necessary. Analyze and summarize community input resulting from engagement and outreach.
- Support the development of scopes of work requests for proposals selection of consultants and professional service providers and vendor procurement in alignment with city procedures and policies
- Support grant development budget proposals or other fundraising efforts for property acquisition park planning and development projects.
- Assist capital improvement and maintenance projects as necessary.
- Support interjurisdictional programs and projects that affect City parks trails facilities natural areas and recreation opportunities.
- Contribute to an environment of teamwork and respect.
- Foster a culture of equity and inclusion by recognizing the diverse needs and perspectives of groups and individuals.
- Remain current with relevant technological advancements as it relates to field.
- Participate in and help provide crosstraining in processes as directed by management to ensure a wellrounded team for coverage purposes.
- Maintain regular reliable and punctual attendance.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
- May be assigned to support critical city priorities during emergencies.
EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelors degree in Landscape Architecture Architecture Landuse Planning Geography Public Administration Environmental Studies or closely related field.
- Minimum 2 years of park planning experience.
- Or minimum 6 years of relevant education and experience.
- Valid Drivers License.
- Successful passing of a required driving record check.
- Successful passing of a required background check.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Drive to offsite locations to perform essential functions.
- Move throughout City facilities and buildings.
- Operate a computer and other office equipment.
- Lift or move items weighing up to 20 pounds occasionally.
- Communicate with City employees and residents.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Work is performed in an office environment (and outdoors in all weather conditions occasionally).
- Noise level out in the field is moderately loud and noise level in the office is moderately quiet.
- Work evening and/or weekend hours occasionally.
- Night meetings may be required.
Selection Procedure
The City of Renton embraces a diverse and inclusive workforce and prides itself on promoting collaboration and teamwork in a positive environment while providing high quality services to the community. For more information about the City of Renton please visit the following website:Why Renton.
The City has adopted an anonymous application process that prevents hiring managers from seeing personal identifiers including candidates names addresses and other similar information. This eliminates the possibility of unintentional or implicit bias during the screening of applications. For that reason you will not have the ability to attach any documents to your application including a cover letter or resume. Please make sure to submit a complete detailed and updated job application.
Accommodation: Individuals needing accommodation in the application testing or interview process may contact at least 2 days prior to the need.
Communication from the City of Renton:
We primarily communicate via email during the application process. Emails from rentonwa and/or governmentjobs should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution you may also want to check your junk email folders. We also communicate via text and encourage you to sign up for text alerts when completing your job application.
Recruitment Process:
The screening process will include a review of minimum qualifications and applicants selected for an interview will be invited via email to selfschedule a time through the Government Jobs account. At minimum this position will be subject to a standard criminal background check and professional reference check. This position requires driving and is also subject to a driving record check from the WA State Dept of Licensing (or other state equivalent). Driving records will be evaluated based on a points system depending on the infraction and severity.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
