The position will remain open until filled. The first review of applications will be held on Monday, June 3, 2024. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early.

General Position Summary

Fully skilled senior level professional planner responsible for managing the most complex and politically sensitive planning programs and functions with an emphasis on long-range planning.

Essential Functions

• Develops, coordinates and monitors work programs and budgets for highly complex and/or controversial projects.
• Performs complex planning activities and studies.
• Oversees and establishes methodologies for data collection, analysis, and complex studies related to land use, transportation, annexation, growth management, economics, environment, or urban design.
• Develops and conducts public engagement strategies to inform planning initiatives.
• Leads and/or participates in public workshops, meetings and other public participation activities.
• Researches and prepares background data, correspondence, and reports regarding planning projects and programs demonstrating expert knowledge of all phases of project management.
• Develops comprehensive and long-range planning recommendations.
• Supervisory role, serving as primary mentor and trainer for staff in the Assistant Planner role.
• Drafts and presents staff reports and policy recommendations.
• Serves as primary staff contact to the Planning Commission.
• Responds to citizen inquiries regarding long-range planning documents and proposals.

Secondary Functions

• May supervise staff work assignments, evaluate performance, and provide regular feedback on job performance.
• Provides recommendations to Department Director for staff hiring and termination.
• Provides current planning support.
• May serve as department director in the director's absence.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree in urban and regional planning, geography, or related field AND a minimum of five years related work experience; OR a combination of education, training and practical experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the position. A Master's degree in urban and regional planning, geography or public administration is desirable. Combination of private sector and municipal experience preferred. AICP preferred.