Urban Agriculture Concierge (Development Specialist I)

Full-time position available with the City Planning Department, Administrative Services located at 414 East 12th Street
Salary Range: $24.77-$37.16/hour
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Application Deadline Date: June 13, 2025


Responsibilities

The Development Concierge Service Group guides customers through all phases of the development process. This position will provide general development assistance with an emphasis on urban agriculture.

• Serves as a point of contact for the urban agriculture community for questions related to zoning, permits and other regulations critical for site development and operation.
• Works in collaboration with the Office of Environmental Quality connecting constituents to resources that support the development of local food systems.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with contractors, design professionals, associates, municipal officials, community representatives, developers, and members of the public.
• Provides verbal and written information related to resources on the City's website and navigation to relevant online applications.
• Maintains project records in software databases along with other public records and makes reports as required.
• Performs the more complex and difficult assignments requiring considerable program research, analysis, evaluation, and design skills.
• Performs duties under the direction of a division head.
• Exhibits reasonable independence, resourcefulness, and initiative in executing assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Performs related duties as required.
  

Qualifications

REQUIRES an accredited Bachelor's degree in economics, sociology, multi-disciplinary social science or urban affairs, urban planning, public or business administration, engineering, or architecture; OR high school graduation and 4 years of professional experience in economic or community development work, planning, building codes administration, engineering, architecture, or neighborhood development programs. Preference given to those with knowledge or experience in horticulture, agribusiness or agricultural science.


Other Information

URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org .

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).

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