Town Planner
Work Schedule
Monday – Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Friday 8:00 am -12:00 pm
Attendance at evening meetings of the Town Council & Planning Commission
Position Overview
The Town Planner supports the Town's planning, zoning, and code enforcement functions by assisting with development review, land use planning, ordinance administration, and public engagement. This position helps ensure orderly growth and development while providing excellent customer service to residents, businesses, developers, and other stakeholders.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Process and route planning, zoning, and development applications.
- Respond to public inquiries regarding zoning, land use, permitting, and development regulations.
- Provide administrative leadership to the Planning Department and coordinate with the Administrative Assistant on planning-related tasks.
- Conduct code enforcement inspections and investigations and assist with ordinance compliance.
- Prepare staff reports, maps, presentations, correspondence, and other planning documents.
- Present development proposals and planning recommendations to the Planning Commission, Town Council, and Board of Zoning Appeals.
- Coordinate with municipal departments, developers, engineers, consultants, property owners, and the public regarding planning and development matters.
- Assist with updates to zoning ordinances, the Comprehensive Plan, and other planning initiatives.
- Maintain planning and zoning records, files, and databases.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate’s degree in Planning, Zoning Administration, or a closely related field; and
- One (1) year of experience in planning, zoning administration, code enforcement, or a related field
OR
- An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of zoning regulations, land use planning principles, and code enforcement practices.
- Ability to interpret and apply ordinances, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; experience with GIS is preferred.
- Ability to prepare professional reports and present information to boards, commissions, and elected officials.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, elected officials, developers, consultants, and the public.
- Ability to organize work, prioritize multiple assignments, and meet deadlines.
Salary
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Pay range: $90,000–$120,000 annually.
Pay: From $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
