August 14, 2016

Planner

The City of Roanoke Rapids is accepting applications for the position of Planner in the Planning and Development Department. This person must perform research and background work for the facilitation of land use permit applications and assist the Planning Director in the long range planning duties for the City. Work includes extensive communication with the general public, contractors, engineers, and developers and involves giving information and answering land use inquiries. Work requires the exercise of independent judgment and interpretation of the Zoning Map and the Land Use Ordinance in the areas of zoning, planning, and development application procedures. Work requires the performance of technical support duties such as inspections and zoning enforcement for compliance with the Land Use Ordinance. Assists Planning Director in working with the Planning Board and Board of Adjustment, including the preparation of reports and makes presentations to the committees, as necessary. Prefer graduate from four year college or university with a major in planning, public administration, geography, or related field and some experience in planning or related occupation, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. American Institute of Certified Planner (AICP) certification is encouraged. Excellent benefits package. Salary is negotiable but will be based on qualifications and experience. Position is open until filled.

The City of Roanoke Rapids is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color,
religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status,
or any other legally protected status.
Applications may be obtained at www.roanokerapidsnc.com or may be picked up at City Hall – 1040 Roanoke Avenue, Roanoke Rapids, NC Kathy A. Kearney – HR Manager – City of Roanoke Rapids - Phone:(252) 533-2845 – Fax (252) 537-2097
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON THE HALIFAX/NORTHAMPTON REGIONAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN
Notice is hereby given that the Roanoke Rapids City Council will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, August 16, 2016 at 5:15 p.m. at the Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall, 700 Jackson Street, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870 to discuss the Halifax/Northampton Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan. Following the public hearing, the Council will consider adoption of the plan. All citizens are encouraged to attend.
An electronic copy of the plan is available for public review at the following web address: http://www.halifaxnorthamptonhmp.org/plan-documents.html. The public is encouraged to review the draft plan.
A copy of the plan is available for public review at City Hall, 1040 Roanoke Avenue, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870.
For questions and/or additional information, please contact Planning & Development Director Kelly T. Lasky at (252) 533-2844, klasky@roanokerapidsnc.com or by visiting City Hall.
BRIEFS
COMMITTEE VACANCIES: Contact Lisa Vincent, City Clerk, at 533-2840 for committee information.
Historic Preservation Advisory Committee
Beautification Committee
Planning Board/Board of Adjustment (City & ETJ)
Recreation Advisory Committee
ROANOKE RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL
Mayor Emery G. Doughtie
Mayor Pro Tem Carl Ferebee
Council Members: Ernest C. Bobbitt, Suetta S. Scarbrough, Carol H. Cowen, Wayne Smith
Joseph Scherer, City Manager
Gilbert Chichester, City Attorney
Lisa B. Vincent, City Clerk
Kathy Kearney, Deputy City Clerk