PRINCIPAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING SPECIALIST 1596

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class supervises the planning, design and administration of local community revitalization projects and programs with an emphasis on transportation and transit-oriented development. The incumbent is expected to use initiative in coordinating and developing programs, including community outreach, 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. Supervision is exercised over professional and support personnel. Work performed is aimed at enhancing the functionality and aesthetics of infrastructure, and improving local social and economic conditions. Work is performed under general supervision, and is reviewed through observations and consultations. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Supervises a professional staff in the coordination, development and implementation of community renewal projects;

Collaborates with officials, community representatives, civic groups and business leaders to discuss goals for community improvement projects;

Determines effective and efficient ways to improve the economy of a particular area through the design of buildings, parks, transportation systems and other public spaces;

Analyzes the effectiveness of programs, and identifies creative ways to maximize the natural resources in an area while reducing the negative impact of development on the local environment;

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

Oversees teams working on specific community development projects.

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 plan, supervise and review the work of others in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with civic leaders, public officials and the general public; ability to assist in program administration and implement policy decisions; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; 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 three (3) years 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 five (5) years of experience planning transit-orient developments in downtowns or neighborhood centers in suburban areas.

PROMOTIONAL

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

05/23/16

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive