Preservation Planner/Community Preservation Planner
Company: Town of Brookline
Location: Brookline
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
The Town of Brookline is accepting applications for a planner
specializing in Preservation and Community Preservation. The ideal
candidate will perform complex and administrative and professional
work in administering the Town's Community Preservation Act, Local
Historic Districts, and Demolition Delay By-laws; and work with the
Community Preservation Committee, other Town departments, property
owners and the general public on a wide variety of historic and
community preservation subjects; other related work as
required.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in historic preservation/urban planning and two
years of experience in historic preservation, community
preservation act, town planning, affordable housing, open space or
related field. Master's degree highly desirable; or any equivalent
combination of education, training and experience.
Special Requirements:
A valid motor vehicle operator's license
Starting salary is $71,314 annually plus a comprehensive benefits
package and excellent working conditions. Please apply with resume
and letter of interest by June 23, 2022.
Preservation Planner/Community Preservation Planner Job
Description
Position Purpose:
The purpose of this position is to perform complex administrative
and professional work in administering the Town's Local Historic
District and Demolition Delay Bylaws, the Community Preservation
Act, and any other related work, as directed.
Supervision:
Supervision Scope: Performs varied and responsible duties requiring
a thorough working knowledge of departmental operations and the
exercise of judgment and initiative to carry out assignments
independently, analyze situations and conditions, and determine
appropriate course of action. On average, 50% of time should be
spent on Preservation Planning and 50% on Community Preservation
Planning.
Supervision Received: Work is performed under the administrative
direction of the Assistant Director of Regulatory Planning.
Resolves procedural problems independently, requesting assistance
with unusual situations which do not have clear precedents.
Job Environment: Administrative work is performed under typical
office conditions; the noise level is moderate. Makes site visits
and attends evening meetings, as needed. Operates an automobile,
computer, camera, scanner, printer, copier, and other standard
office equipment. Makes frequent contact with other town
departments/boards/committees, other local agencies, governmental
agencies, the media, property owners, and the general public in
person, by email, and by telephone. Has access to
department-related confidential information. Errors in judgment or
omissions could result in loss of department services, loss of
grants and have serious legal ramifications.
Essential Functions:
(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only
as illustrations of the various types of work that may be
performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not
exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a
logical assignment to the position.)
Recommended Minimum Qualifications:
Education, Training and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in historic preservation/urban planning and two
years of experience in historic preservation, community
preservation act, town planning, affordable housing, open space or
related field. Master's degree highly desirable; or any equivalent
combination of education, training and experience.
Special Requirements:
A valid motor vehicle operator's license
Knowledge, Ability and Skill:
Knowledge: Working knowledge of state and federal regulations
pertaining to historic preservation. General knowledge of
architectural history. General knowledge of the cultural and
landscape resources of historic preservation planning. Knowledge of
CPA regulations. Familiarity with affordable housing, open space
planning and historic preservation.
Ability: Ability to read architectural plans, assess significance
of buildings and landscapes, and evaluate applications for CPA
funding. Ability to read architectural plans and analyze importance
of funding requests. Ability to assess the significance of
buildings and landscapes. Ability to connect with a diverse group
of people and bring them to consensus. Ability to handle inquiries
and/or complaints tactfully and effectively.
Skill: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Superior
organizational skills. Expertise in Microsoft Word and familiarity
with graphics illustration programs such as Power Point, Photoshop,
Illustrator, and InDesign.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
Regularly required to walk, stand, sit, talk, and hear; operate
objects, tools, or controls; pick up paper, files, and other common
office objects. Lifts/moves objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
Communicates verbally and in writing. Vision and hearing at or
correctable to normal ranges. Ability to operate a keyboard at an
efficient speed.
(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement
between the employer and employee. It is used as a guide for
personnel actions and is subject to change by the employer as the
needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.)
Keywords: Town of Brookline, Brookline , Preservation Planner/Community Preservation Planner, Other , Brookline, Massachusetts
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