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Parks Planner Job Description Page 3 of 3  Considerable ability to sit for long periods when operating a computer.  Considerable ability to use fine motor skills and manual dexterity to write and do word processing on computer using repetitive movements.  Considerable ability to respond appropriately to inquiries and to delegate to others as needed.  Considerable ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.  Considerable ability to maintain a good driving record and drive safely and legally.  Considerable ability to perform multiple tasks in a timely fashion.  Ensures City’s playground and park facilities are up to standard; assists in long-term park planning.  Attends relevant training to keep current on required knowledge areas and skills.  Ability to supervise clerical and part-time staff, schedule work, and effectively direct multiple projects.  Ability to develop effective working relationships with residents, government officials, elected officials, and City staff.  Ability to understand/perform basic mathematical calculations and understand/compute simple statistical calculations.  Ability to maintain accurate and thorough records.  Ability regularly to stand, walk and sit for extended periods of time.  Ability to operate a vehicle.  Ability to work outside in inclement weather or extremes of temperature. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum qualifications include four year degree in Planning, Urban Studies, Public Administration, Environmental Studies, Landscape Architecture, or related field. Three years of demonstrated municipal experience in related activities or comparable private sector experience. Preferred qualifications include five years of experience within a municipal parks department. A masters degree can substitute for a portion of experience required. The job requires excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to operate personal computers and proficiency with GIS programs and with Microsoft Word and Excel. A valid driver’s license is also required. WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in- and out-of-doors with regular travel within and outside of the City. Works beyond normal hours. Operates either personal or City vehicle for regular transportation needs. Sits for extended periods of time. Noise in work place is usually quiet but may be exposed to louder noises at work sites. Uses near vision, ability to focus, sense of touch, and hearing. Uses fine and large motor movements at times. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.