JOB DESCRIPTION

The City of Mandan, North Dakota is currently accepting applications for the position of:

City Planner - Grade 23

Must apply on the company website to be considered: https://city-of-mandan-nd.hireonthego.com/

Position Details

Salary: $91,986.50 to $114,983.12/year (Depending On Experience)

Status: Full-time/Exempt

Department: Engineering & Planning

Closing Date: Monday, June 22, 2026 (At 9:00 a.m. CT)

*Applications without a resume will be disqualified.

JOB SUMMARY

This position performs and oversees professional planning duties in support of the positive development of the City of Mandan.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Oversees and manages the operations of the City Planning Department to ensure efficiency and strategic alignment of the City's goals.
• Prepares amendments to the Mandan Code of Ordinances and to the Land Use and Transportation Plan.
• Serves as primary contact for development inquiries related to land use entitlement processes such as rezoning, variances, land use amendments, subdivision plats, etc.
• Writes staff reports consolidating department and agency comments with recommendations.
• Works with consultants on plans, studies, grants, etc.
• Prepares and presents staff reports, resolutions, and ordinances to relevant commissions and boards.
• Manages geographic information system (GIS) data to prepare maps and conduct analysis.
• Facilitates other special projects such as real estate sales, grant development, etc.
• Represents the city as a member of the Metropolitan Planning Organization.
• Develops and oversees department budget.
• Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of land use and transportation planning principles.
• Knowledge of GIS software.
• Knowledge of legal principles as related to municipal planning.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in reviewing plans and specifications.
• Skill in development and update of land use and transportation plans.
• Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

This position has direct supervision over the Administrative Assistant and the Assistant City Planner.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.
• Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the diverse objectives and functions of the subunits in the division/department in order to direct and coordinate work within the division/department, usually interpreted to require three to five years of related experience.
• Possession of or ability to obtain American Institute of Certified Planners certification.
• Possession of or ability to obtain Certified Floodplain Manger certification preferred.