JOB DESCRIPTION

The full job description and job posting can be found at our careers page: Planner Senior Job Posting

Applications must be received before July 22, 2026 at 5:00 pm EDT.

The purpose of this position is to perform professional and technical work to develop and implement the City's comprehensive plan and other special projects.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing performance appraisals; schedules workload for planners; reports information to the Planning & Zoning Director.
• Coordinates daily work activities: organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with assigned staff, assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise.
• Performs analysis and reviews recommendations of other staff members regarding zoning codes and development standards; researches state and local zoning information; analyzes current and historical data for proper use of properties; reviews zoning analysis and other zoning related documents; researches and drafts amendments to zoning ordinances and development codes; interprets and revises zoning, development and subdivision ordinances; submits recommendations for changes and revisions to appropriate City personnel.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Master's Degree in Planning, Geography or a related field with two (2) years of experience in planning and zoning, code enforcement, or related field; or

Bachelor's Degree in Planning, Geography, or a related field with three (3) years of experience in planning and zoning, code enforcement, or related field.

Licenses or Certifications:

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Special Requirements:

None.