<p>This position is not designated as a safety/security sensitive position and is not subject to random drug and alcohol screening.</p> <p>JOB OBJECTIVE:  To analyze the physical, developmental, and socioeconomic characteristics of areas and to develop and implement long range strategic plans and development policies; manages the City of Little Rock's historic preservation program, provides assistance to property owners and design professionals with the planning and permitting process within local ordinance directs; provides professional and technical assistance to the Historic District Commission and serves as primary staff liaison; meets with citizens, developers, and other interested parties to establish priorities for the development of these areas.</p> <p>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES</p> <ul> <li> <p>Conducts site visits to review structures and areas designated for potential developments or special design districts to collect data and evaluate the physical, developmental, and socioeconomic features of various areas with the city; assesses the physical and developmental aspects of these areas and neighboring properties, meets with citizens, developers, and other stakeholders to set priorities for area development.</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborates with neighborhood associations, developers, city officials, non-profit organizations, state officials, and other stakeholders to develop strategies for addressing development challenges and opportunities through design, planning, and policy development.</p> </li><li> <p>Serves as liaison for the Historic District Commission and the River Market Design Review Committee by  addressing inquiries, preparing agendas, issuing legal advertisements, compiling and providing data and information; attends meetings to provide staff support, tracks follow-up items, and takes and distributes meeting minutes; maintains electronic files and records related to commission activities; schedules meetings, notifies members, and secures meeting rooms.</p> </li><li> <p>Manages the Certified Local Government program, ensuring necessary documentation is completed and all required activities are performed to maintain certification eligibility; applies for and administrates Historic Preservation Fund grants and annual Certified Local Government grants, including expenditures, budgeting, preparation of financial reports, procurements, contracts, consultant communication, and grant reporting.</p> </li><li> <p>Receives and processes applications for Certificates of Appropriateness and River Market Design Review Committee submissions; answers questions and provides information to applicants and commission members regarding procedures and requirements.</p> </li><li> <p>Attends neighborhood association and other organization meetings to answer questions, provide information, provide presentations, and provide support for planning efforts; receives information from neighborhood associations and other organizations regarding community needs and priorities.</p> </li><li> <p>Drafts plans and policies related to preservation, land use, transportation, capital improvements, and programming by collaborating with and assisting cross-departmental staff; prepares reports outlining community needs and priorities for inclusion in various plans, including those for the Planning Commission and Historic District Commission.</p> </li><li> <p>Answers questions and provides information to citizens, developers, neighborhood associations and other interested parties regarding historic preservation programs, grants, resources, proposed developments, and related information.</p> </li><li> <p>Develops physical redevelopment plans and design concepts for older neighborhoods, including Design Overlay Districts; makes recommendations regarding acceptable design and development patterns for proposed projects or revitalization efforts; prepares reports and submits to appropriate personnel.</p> </li><li> <p>Creates and maintains GIS data layers pertinent to the role, conducts spatial analysis, and develops visual materials such as graphs, maps, and other graphics; analyzes development and demographic data, evaluates changes, shifts, and trends concerning land use to develop recommendations of plans and policies.</p> </li><li> <p>Prepares recommendations for land use, master street plans, neighborhood plans, and other development projects based on information received from residents, stakeholders, neighborhood associations, organizations and professional sources.</p> </li><li> <p>Plans, prioritizes, and reviews the work activities of assigned personnel.</p> </li><li> <p>Attends Planning Commission and Board of Directors meetings as required to present plans, answer questions, and provide information for special projects; prepares agenda items for the Planning Commission and Board of Directors as needed.</p> </li><li> <p>Operates a computer utilizing graphics, geographic information system (GIS), word processing and spreadsheet software in the performance of essential job functions.</p> </li><li> <p>Operates a City pool automobile in the performance of essential job functions.</p> </li></ul> <p>SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Planning Document Technician</p> <p>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS</p> <p>These knowledge, skills, and abilities are usually, although not always, acquired through the completion of a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Historic Preservation, or Planning, or a related field of study;  with two (2) years of demonstrated experience in architecture, community development, historic preservation, urban design, urban planning, or a related area, preferably in the public sector and  one (1) year of supervisory experienceORfour (4) years of professional-level experience in architecture, community development, historic preservation, urban design, urban planning, or a related area, preferably in the public sector. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.</p> <p>ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:  </p> <ul> <li>Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver's License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position. </li><li>Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed. </li></ul> <p>DISCLAIMER:</p> <p> </p> <p>This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.</p> <p>SECONDARY DUTIES</p> <ul> <li>Performs other related duties as required. </li></ul> <p>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES</p> <ul> <li> <p>Knowledge of the principles and practices of urban or regional planning.</p> </li><li> <p>Knowledge of the principles of demographic research and reporting.</p> </li><li> <p>Knowledge of  legal terminology and requirements for land use.</p> </li><li> <p>Knowledge of descriptive statistics.</p> </li><li> <p>Knowledge of the regulations of the Certified Local Government program and other federal programs.</p> </li><li> <p>Knowledge of computer fundamentals and business software, including spreadsheet and word processing software.</p> </li><li> <p>Skill in the operation of a computer, utilizing graphics, geographic information system (GIS), word processing and spreadsheet software.</p> </li><li> <p>Skill in the operation of an automatic transmission automobile.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to read and interpret maps, plats, and blueprints.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to read and interpret City ordinances regarding land use and zoning.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to plan, prioritize and review the work activities and monitor performance of assigned employees.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to prepare and present technical data in narrative form.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to gather and analyze data from various sources for research projects to determine the characteristics of specific neighborhoods.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to maintain detailed records and files.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.</p> </li></ul> <p>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS - REPRESENTATIVE OF THOSE REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE JOB</p>