Job Description

Position InformationAre you an analytical and criticalthinker questioning everything you see?
There is one (1) vacancy in the , , Development Plans & Zone Changes Branch. Your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following: * Participate in the development and updates of long-range regional plans and special area plans.

• Monitoring compliance with conditions of unilateral agreements (UAs) via reviewing and commenting on various applications and plans. Reviewing annual reports and updating staff monitoring reports for UAs.
• Assists with reviewing affordable housing projects for compliance with applicable requirements pursuant to the UAs and Chapter 29 ROH, from the entitlement phase to the post-construction phase.
• Independently reviewing, evaluating and drafting reports recommending action on proposals for zone change and zoning district boundary adjustment.
• Conduct research by gathering and analyzing land use, economic, social and environmental data related to assigned projects.
• Responding to inquiries and perform other related duties as assigned.

You must be knowledgeable about: * Principles, practices, purposes, and scope of techniques of the various phases of city planning;

• Trends in Federal, State and local planning as they affect city planning;
• Research methodology and statistical procedures;
• Sources and uses of socio-economic information; and
• State and local laws and ordinances related to city planning.

If you qualify for the position, your name will be placed on an eligible list for further consideration. This list may be used to fill current and future vacancies in this department.Additional Job InformationApplications must be submitted online at to be accepted.***Salary commensurate with applicable experience: $5,918 to $6,922 per month (SR-24), pending approval.***Some notifications will be sent via e-mail. You are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence from this office by checking your email account in a timely manner. To ensure proper delivery, please make sure you:
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Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply.Minimum Qualification RequirementsAt time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from a regionally-accredited college or university with major work in city planning, architecture, engineering, economics, sociology, public administration or a related field.Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your Bachelor's degree in order to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your documents to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. Copies will not be returned. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Four years of professional (post-bachelor's degree, non-clerical) experience in architecture, engineering, or socio-economic research, including or supplemented by two years of professional work experience in city planning or related planning activities.Substitution:1) A Master's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Geography, Economics, Sociology, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field from a regionally-accredited college/university may be substituted for two years of architecture, engineering, or socio-economic research experience.2) A Master's degree in Urban and Regional Planning from a regionally-accredited college/university may be substituted for two years of architecture, engineering, or socio-economic research experience and one year of city planning experience.Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your applicable Master's degree or FCE in order to be given credit for the substitution. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your documents to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted.
LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
Possession of an appropriate valid driver's license, as required.Examination ProcessEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your education, experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Education and Experience Evaluation100%What are the benefits of being a City Employee?-- Vacation: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.-- Sick Leave: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.-- Holidays: 13 days a year; 14 days during election years.-- Training and Development: Computer, career, and personal enhancement courses are offered; curriculum designed for employee, supervisory, and management development.-- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Care: Various health insurance plans are available. Premiums are subsidized by the City and deductible from pre-tax income for participants of the Premium Conversion Plan (PCP).-- Group Life Insurance: No cost for eligible employees.-- Deferred Compensation Plan: Invest in your future...choose to defer part of your pre-tax income for retirement.-- Retirement Plan: The Employees' Retirement System (ERS) of the State of Hawaii administers retirement benefits for State and County employees. Employee contribution required.-- Commuter Choice Pre-Tax Benefits: Employees may designate certain transportation expenses (TheBus, LOTMA, Vanpool Hawaii, etc.) as a pre-tax item-- Parking: Some job locations offer parking on-site; others may have access to parking at low monthly rates.-- Direct Deposit: Direct deposit of paychecks to a designated financial institution is available.-- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, professional counseling and resource referral.-- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit:To view additional information, please visit our page.

• All benefits as stated above, are subject to eligibility requirements and to legislative and/or negotiated changes. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.

01When applying for this position, please thoroughly complete the Education, Work Experience, and Supplemental Questionnaire sections of your application. The information provided in these sections, particularly the job-specific Supplemental Questionnaire, will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements for the job and your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information or submit required documentation may result in your application being rejected or you receiving a lower score. If you have no experience in a particular area, indicate "none." Please do not submit resumes in place of completing any of these sections.

• I certify that I have read and understand the above statements.

02The Planner V (General City/Urban Planning) position requires applicants to have equivalent to graduation from a regionally-accredited college or university with specialization in city planning, architecture, engineering, economics, sociology, public administration or a related field AND four years of professional (post-bachelor's degree, non-clerical) experience in architecture, engineering, or socio-economic research, including or supplemented by two years of professional work experience in city planning or related planning activities.Substitution: Possession of an applicable Master's degree may substitute for some of the required experience. Please refer to the job posting for more information.Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your education in order to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your documents to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.Do you meet this education and experience requirement?

• Yes, I have the required education and experience.
• No, I do not have the required education and experience.

03For each position you listed in the Work Experience section of your application that qualifies you for this position, describe in detail your professional work experience in architecture, engineering, or socio-economic research. Please provide examples of such work.04For each position you listed in the Work Experience section of your application that qualifies you for this position, describe in detail your professional work experience in city planning or related planning activities. Please provide examples of such work.

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