This position reports to the DIA Director of Operations and serves as lead staff to the Downtown Development Review Board ("DDRB") and permit reviews; provides input concerning the implementation of downtown economic development and redevelopment programs, land use planning, and code compliance; and assists with management of contracts for design and / or construction of Downtown Capital Projects.  Work is performed primarily in an office environment; however, the employee will be required to make field visits in order to evaluate projects, gather statistical data. The physical demands consist mainly of sitting at a workstation for extended periods of time, occasionally lifting and moving light objects, and visiting field sites. The position requires the use of judgment and creativity in search for solutions or new applications. This position requires the willingness and skill to work with developers and their agents or design team in not only shepherding applications through the review process but also working collaboratively to allow for creative designs and develop plans that meet the Downtown Design Guidelines and the Downtown Overlay Zone and Downtown District Use and Form Regulations.  

Position Requirements:
- A bachelor’s degree in urban planning, architecture, landscape architecture or similar field and four years of professional experience in urban or regional planning, architecture, landscape architecture, urban design, or community planning or a related field.
- This experience must include at least two years in community redevelopment, urban planning., or a related field.  
- A master’s degree in urban planning or similar degree may be substituted for two year’s professional experience.
- Two years reporting to or working with a board, commission or council (e.g. planning commission, City Council) either as government staff or on behalf of applicants preferred.
- Experience with geographic information systems software preferred.
- Prior experience in professional services, design, construction project or contract management is preferred.
- Must have demonstrated ability to read and interpret site plans and building elevations.