SENIOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING SPECIALIST 1595

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class is involved in the planning, design and administration of a variety of local community revitalization projects and programs with an emphasis on transportation and transit-oriented development. The incumbent will initiate programs focused on the revitalization of neighborhoods through the redesign of buildings, streets, landscaping, public transportation systems and public spaces to attract businesses and create places that are enjoyable to users. Work performed is aimed at enhancing the functionality and aesthetics of infrastructure, and improving local social and economic conditions. Work is performed under technical or administrative supervision. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Assists in reviewing and evaluating goals for community improvement projects established at meetings with officials, community representatives, civic groups and business leaders;

Conducts visioning and community planning activities for community improvement projects;

Implements plans to address transportation issues and improve transportation systems, public areas and parks as companion measures to upgrade housing and business properties;

Participates in developing ways to improve the economy of a particular area through the design of buildings, parks, transportation systems and other public spaces;

Works with Community Development and Planning Specialist Team to identify ways to maximize the natural resources in an area while reducing the negative impact of development on the local environment;

Reviews proposed plans to ensure the design of buildings, streetscapes, transit systems and public spaces are in line with the goals of the community.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of federal, state and local statutes regarding Urban Renewal, transportation and neighborhood improvement projects; thorough knowledge of the sociological, economic, environmental and legal aspects of administering a community improvement program; good knowledge of investigative techniques involving housing and building codes; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with civic leaders, public officials and the general public; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Either:

(a) Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Master’s Degree in Urban Design, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, or a related field, and one (1) year of experience planning transit-orient developments in downtowns or neighborhood centers in suburban areas; or

(b) Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Design, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, or a related field, plus three (3) years of experience planning transit-orient developments in downtowns or neighborhood centers in suburban areas.

PROMOTIONAL

Two (2) years permanent competitive status as a Community Development and Planning Specialist.

05/23/16

SUFFOLK COUNTY
Competitive