Alexandria Smille
Los Angeles
Summary
Experienced in organizational and analytical skills, eager to learn and develop in a dynamic environment. Proficient in applying urban planning principles and skilled in data analysis and project management. Bring a comprehensive approach to the table. Ready to utilize and enhance analytical and project coordination skills in a Senior Planner role.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Planner
City of Beverly Hills
01.2022 - Current
- Process larger, complex development projects in commercial, mixed-use, multi- and single-family areas of the city.
- Review plans and documents for compliance with City standards and regulations, as well as applicable State law as they are constantly changing and adapting.
- Process Director- and Commission-level land use entitlements; review building permit plan checks; and provide shift coverage for the public counter.
- Prepare comprehensive reports detailing project progress, challenges, and recommendations for future action for the Planning Commission and City Council.
- Work with consultants to prepare Historic and Environmental reports, including processing invoices and adhering to City budgets.
- Provide exemplary customer service through the City's public counter, email, and phone systems.
- Prioritized workloads and managed work time to keep projects moving according to state and city mandated timelines.
- Streamlined permit processes by collaborating with various departments, expediting project approvals.
Project Manager
Permit Advisors
11.2019 - 12.2022
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously through the permitting process from application to permit issuance for a wide variety of commercial and residential properties within agencies all over the country.
- Oversaw entitlements and permitting for commercial and residential projects across LA County for major firms such as Netflix, AECOM, Chanel, Gensler, Tesla, AMZL, CallisonRTKL, & MBH
- Lead site acquisition and project feasibility studies and due diligence.
- Prepared entitlement applications, conducted zoning and planning research including conditional use permits, zoning clearances, architectural review and changes of use.
- Provided site analysis and due diligence for international developers regarding density bonus and TOC projects in the City of LA.
- Fostered working relationships with City and County planning and building officials.
- Presented projects at community outreach meetings, Planning, City Council and various other commission hearings.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
City Clerk Volunteer
City of Burbank
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Volunteered 10 hours a week in the City Clerk's office digitizing historical records, ordinances and resolutions for the City
- The City was actively organizing City Records during a destruction plan and my responsibilities included organizing, reviewing, and destroying outdated and qualified materials pursuant to State and City regulations.
- Worked on preparing documents and materials for future City Council meetings and assisted with data analysis, proof-checking spreadsheets and inputting and uploading data and historical forms.
Sites Acquisitions Planner - Full time freelance
Assurance Realty Development
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Entitlement manager for planning and building permits associated with telecommunication tower's for Wireless Companies including Sprint, T-Mobile and Verizon.
- Completed site acquisition, zoning research, and feasibility studies for telecommunication tower facilities.
- Fostered working relationships with LA City and LA County planning and building offices.
- Completed peer reviews, alternative site analysis and exhaust memos in accordance to the viability of site locations.
- Successfully managed multiple high-priority projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines.
- Engaged in both long and short-term project planning, strategizing for on-time, high-quality deliverables.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align goals and ensure project success.
Intern
Maine Coast Heritage Trust (MCHT)
08.2012 - 12.2015
- Assessed the status of long-term plans for conservation and land use on Mount Desert Island, ME
- Determine the most significant roles and zoning parcels for obtention by MCHT that developed and pursued a vision for well-being by the island's landscapes and communities
- Assisted MCHT's Land Protection MDI Project Manager with GIS, research, and writing tasks related to their conservation planning work
- Specific tasks included preparing maps of ecological and community resources, researching and summarizing economic, demographic and land use data, planning and preparing for community input processes, and working with and organizing data
Secretary of the Conservation Commission- Volunter
City of Beverly Hills
04.2013 - 06.2014
- Sat as the Secretary for the Bar Harbor Conservation Commission working on land use and conservation issues within the community.
- Worked on several community projects, presented to the Planning Board and community and completed the Bar Harbor Open Space Plan.
- Helped with collecting information, editing and revising drafts, research, and completed field work.
- Facilitated and helped lead and organize community events.
- The final Open Space Plan document: http://www.barharbormaine.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1516
Flood Work Project - Part Time
City Of Ellsworth, Maine
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Worked with the City of Ellsworth and the University of Maine and the Sustainable Solutions Initiative (SSI) on an extensive flood work project to determine why the region had been experiencing more frequent and intense storm patterns.
- Compiled findings from research and increased storm patterns into a working GIS database, which was delivered and presented to the City of Ellsworth as a final deliverable.
- Data compiled outlined street and culver design failures that needed replacing, signage requirements, and created a prioritization system for evacuation, updated predicted flood levels, outdated and damaged culverts, bridges and other infrastructure.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Urban Planning and Design
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ01.2019
Skills
- GIS Permit Management
- Advanced Project Management
- Invoice Management
- Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite Applications
- Skilled in Microsoft Office Applications
- Google Drive Management Skills
- Skilled in Bluebeam Document Management
- Effective Public Speaking
- Collaborative Facilitation Skills
- Data Management Skills
- Rapid Skill Acquisition
- Outstanding Client Relations
Timeline
Associate Planner
City of Beverly Hills
01.2022 - Current
Project Manager
Permit Advisors
11.2019 - 12.2022
City Clerk Volunteer
City of Burbank
09.2018 - 12.2018
Sites Acquisitions Planner - Full time freelance
Assurance Realty Development
01.2018 - 12.2018
Secretary of the Conservation Commission- Volunter
City of Beverly Hills
04.2013 - 06.2014
Flood Work Project - Part Time
City Of Ellsworth, Maine
01.2013 - 12.2013
Intern
Maine Coast Heritage Trust (MCHT)
08.2012 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Science - Urban Planning and Design
Arizona State University
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