Details
07/28/2025
Planner I
City of Dublin
Planning in Dublin is a priority with real results based on passion, dedication, and service. The Planning Division is a dynamic and results-driven team whose work directly contributes to Dublin’s success. We are innovative professionals, problem-solvers, and futurists. Our community is thriving, having seen forward-thinking plans realized as transformative projects, including the Bridge Street District. As we look ahead, opportunities abound to transform Dublin’s West Innovation District and Metro Center areas, purposefully linking land use, sustainability, mobility, and economic development strategies.
Dublin is located in Central Ohio and is the second largest city and employment center in the region next to Columbus. Ranked as one of the Best Small Cities in the U.S. in 2020, Dublin has seen sustained growth and is anticipated to continue to do so.
Primary Focus
This is a professional position which reviews proposed development plans and zoning applications, providing assistance to customers throughout the application process. Performs basic research in preparing draft sections and reports of planning and zoning documents with editing and content assistance from Team Leaders and/or Director. Presents to City Boards and Commissions, attends meetings with zoning applicants, and answers customer inquiries.
Given the nature of this classification’s duties/responsibilities, it has been designated as Exempt under the governing Fair Labor Standards Act regulations and, therefore, is not entitled to formal overtime compensation and/or formal compensatory time.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Oversees, mentors, and guides the work of Planning Technicians and Planning Interns depending on project or case assignment.
Examples of Duties
Essential Functions
Reviews development plans for compliance with City codes, applicable municipal regulations, plans and goals; works with customers to resolve conflicts between plans and the established policies, standards, and codes.
Attends meetings with applicants to support zoning applications; completes basic research and provides assistance for Planner II’s and Senior Planners in the preparation of application presentations, development evaluation reports, draft sections of text, relevant maps, exhibits and display materials.
Works on assigned planning reports and aspects of planning projects under the guidance of a Planner II or Senior Planner. Serves as project leader for internal projects and studies to gain project management experience. Presents reports to City Boards, Commissions, and committees.
Drafts sections of planning and zoning documents, writes and edits technical reports, planning document text and other correspondence in order to communicate analysis results and planning information to City staff, applicants, policy-makers, and the public.
Communicates weekly with other City Divisions and outside agencies, including Engineering, Information Technology, Economic Development, Building Standards, Parks and Recreation, Transportation and Mobility, Washington Township Fire Department, and various consultants and Development Review Specialists.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Typical Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, or other relevant field and one or two years of experience in a planning or related function which may, in part, include an internship while completing undergraduate and/or graduate studies. Knowledge of the principles of historic preservation is desirable.
Physical Requirement
Ability to move about the inside of an office space to access file cabinets and office equipment.
Constantly operate a computer and other office machinery, such as a copier, fax machine, mobile device, shredder, scanner, etc.
Must be able to remain in stationary position at a workstation throughout scheduled workday.
Ability to move objects weighing over 20 lbs. with the help of equipment/devices, on an infrequent basis
Ability to enter data into computer system in a sustained manner.
Ability to exchange information with co-workers and citizens through use of email system telephone, and in-person interactions.
Special Requirements
Valid driver’s license.
Other Requirements
Demonstration of the following established core values: Integrity, Respect, Communication, Teamwork, Accountability, Positive Attitude, and Dedication to Service.
Regular attendance, as governed by and in accordance with applicable rules, regulations, procedures and laws, is regarded as an essential requirement of this classification.
Compliance with training directives established by supervisory/managerial personnel.
Adherence to all applicable Federal and State safety laws, rules and regulations and City safety policies/procedures.
Core Competencies
Decision Quality: Makes good and timely decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment; most of his/her solutions and suggestions turn out to be correct and accurate when judged over time; sought out by others for advice and solutions.
Intellectual Horsepower: Is bright and intelligent; deals with concepts and complexity comfortably; described as intellectually sharp, capable and agile.
Learning on the Fly: Learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner, open to change, and analyzes both successes and failures for cues to improvement; experiments and will try anything to find solutions; enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks; quickly grasps the essence and the underlying structure of anything.
Priority Setting: Spends his/her time and the time of others on what’s important; quickly zeros in on the critical-few and puts the trivial-many aside; can quickly sense what will help or hinder accomplishing a goal, eliminates roadblocks; creates focus.
Time Management: Uses his/her time effectively and efficiently; values time; concentrates his/her efforts on the more important priorities; gets more done in less time than others; can attend to a broader range of activities.
Action Oriented: Enjoys working hard; is action-oriented and full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging; not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; seizes more opportunities than others.
Presentation Skills: Is effective in a variety of formal presentation settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, with peers, direct reports, and bosses; is effective both inside and outside the organization, on both cool data and hot and controversial topics; commands attention and can manage group process during the presentation; can change tactics midstream when something isn’t working.
Written Communications: Is able to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles; can get messages across that have the desired effect.
Composure: Is cool under pressure; does not become defensive or irritated when times are tough; is considered mature; can be counted on to hold things together during tough times; can handle stress; is not knocked off balance by the unexpected; doesn’t show frustration when resisted or blocked; is a settling influence in a crisis.
Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
Drug-Free Workplace
The City of Dublin is a drug-free workplace (AO 2.35) which prohibits the use of controlled substances including marijuana. As permitted by law and in accordance with City Policy, new hires must pass a pre-employment drug test before appointment to any City position. Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to Administrative Orders 2.38, or as outlined in the posting.
EEO Statement
The City of Dublin is committed to establishing and maintaining an inclusive and equitable community. We work to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We actively celebrate colleagues’ differences, support them through their careers with us, and prohibit discrimination and harassment. We strive to ensure equitable access to resources and opportunities that allow individuals and groups to feel safe, respected, motivated, and valued. Creating a culture of equity and belonging helps to ensure we meet the needs of all residents, visitors, and City of Dublin employees.
