JOB DESCRIPTION

Thornton is looking for an enthusiastic planner to join the current planning division in the City Development Department. The Current Planning group is small, passionate about improving the lives of the community, and has a collaborative leadership environment. Everyone's contribution is valued.

The City Development Department emphasizes a positive overall work experience, including a work-life balance through flexible/hybrid work schedules, professional and personal training opportunities, and a collaborative work environment.

Work examples will be requested from candidates who are interviewed for this position.

The level the successful candidate will be hired at depends on their experience, education, and qualifications.

The 2025 salary ranges for each level are:

• Planner I: $74,520 - $98,367
• Planner II: $79,742 - $105,259

The City of Thornton offers an excellent benefits package, generous time off accruals, and a comprehensive wellness program.

Hybrid working options and flexible schedules are available as approved.

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under specified direction, performs professional-level work in comprehensive planning and/or development review for the city of Thornton.

Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from level I or II or, when filled from the outside, require previous and directly related experience. The Planner I/II is also flexibly linked to the Senior Planner.

Planner I:
Under general supervision, incumbents entering this class have limited related work experience. Work performed at this level is routine and moderately complex. Generally, work is closely observed and reviewed both during performance and upon completion.

Planner II:
Under direction, work performed at this level is more complex in nature. Incumbents assigned to this class are expected to perform the full range of work assigned to this class and to work with considerable independence and initiative.