Employees in this class perform professional planning work in current and long-range planning projects for the County. Employees in this class perform responsible journey level planning work to provide coordinated guidance and regulation of the growth and development of the County and in contracted municipalities.

Conduct in-depth original research on planning and land use issues, primary responsibility will be working with other staff members in the creation of detailed future land use plans for the County and contracted municipalities
Brief administrative staff and elected officials regarding research through periodic written and oral presentations; organize forums for public input on future land use and long range issues
Use a variety of computer programs to generate reports and data and to prepare presentations, charts, maps, graphs and other illustrative materials for presentations to elected officials, appointed boards, citizens and contracted municipalities
Participate in workshops, meetings and public hearings to explain planning proposals
Answer citizen questions concerning plans
Makes presentations of staff recommendations and possible scenarios
Lead or serve on study committees related to planning and land use matters
Assume leadership role in the development of special studies such as small area plans
Writes goals and objectives for growth strategies and facilitates implementation of growth policies and related land development regulations.

Work involves the detailed analysis of applications for zoning map and text amendments, special use permits, variances and appeals/interpretations.
Work also involves the preparation of detailed staff reports, board memos and other professional documents summarizing case files.
Make presentation of staff recommendations and possible scenarios for development.
Aid the public including property owners, developers, surveyors and engineers, business owners, real estate brokers and other in-house sections in understanding the local development approval process(es) and ordinances applicable to their projects.
Serve as the point of contact for a municipality and make presentations on current planning matters to their governing board.

This is a newly created position within the City Reidsville with room for growth and professional development. The position performs a variety of skilled and professional work pertaining to planning, zoning and code enforcement. Handles specified zoning and planning activities such as site plan or subdivision reviews. Assists with permits, research, and report writing. Serves as relief/back-up to the Permitting Assistant. Work requires knowledge of principles and practices of professional planning methods and techniques, and strong public contact skills. Work involves complex and sensitive issues requiring a high level of judgement and tact, as well as the ability to clearly communicate and work with citizens, board members and elected officials. Work involves providing guidance for the orderly long-range growth and current development of the City. Work may involve representing the City in intergovernmental activities such as working with infrastructure, environmental and land use issues with other government representatives. Work is supervised by the Community Development Manager and is reviewed through conferences, observation, review of completed product, and feedback from citizens.

The Town of Garner is seeking a Planning Technician to join our growing team to provide critical assistance and support to the Planning and Zoning section of the Planning Department. This position will work closely with the general public, property owners, builders, real estate agents, developers, and others who inquire about the Town’s land use, zoning, and transportation related activities and permit requirements. Work will involve interpreting the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), determining zoning and issuing a variety of permits.

The Town of Harrisburg, NC is currently seeking a Senior Planner. This position performs intermediate to complex planning work for current and long-range planning efforts. Work includes reviewing comprehensive plan amendments, re-zonings, subdivision, and development plans for compliance with town regulations; conducting site inspections for zoning, landscape and architectural requirements; preparing staff reports and making presentations to various boards; and assisting with special projects. The Senior Planner will also participate in the development review process by meeting with developers and architects; reviewing various aspects of land and site development projects; coordinating the review process with other internal departments for review and recommendations; assisting with preparation of agenda and information packets for the Planning Board and Board of Adjustment for rezonings, annexations, subdivisions, text amendments, and other requests required for Board and Council review and approval; maintain GIS data layers for multiple department projects; create data and display in map form for Town departments; and work with various data types, processing information for elected and appointed boards to assist with decision making. The Senior Planner serves as the staff liaison to the Town Council, Planning Board and Board of Adjustment. Work requires considerable knowledge of GIS systems including application of software, hardware, and peripherals to planning needs; ability to read and understand the Town’s development and zoning ordinances; skill in public speaking and meeting facilitation; and skill in communicating ordinance requirements to the public, developers, builders, real estate brokers, property owners, etc. The work is supervised by the Planning and Economic Development Director and is evaluated through conferences, accuracy, and effectiveness of work results, and feedback from officials and the public. Salary range of $54,793-$80,885, dependent upon qualifications. Graduation from a college or university with a degree in urban planning, architecture or a related field; preferably a master’s degree in planning or closely related field. Also requires a minimum of three to five years-experience in local government planning; or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. Certified Zoning Official and American Institute of Certified Planners certification preferred. Must have a valid NC Driver’s License. Submit resume, references and salary requirements to resumes@harrisburgnc.org. Open until filled. EOE.

Rockingham County is looking for a Planner. Linked below is the job description and salary, as well as information about the County. This position is a perfect opportunity to experience every aspect of the planning profession in an idyllic rural setting.

Located in the City of Wentworth, 35 minutes north of Greensboro, we are experiencing major growth from neighboring cities. The planner we hire will join a hardworking team actively engaged in current development as well as long range planning. They will have the opportunity to help us shape and implement a new Land Use Plan and UDO to better manage our continued growth.

The Research Associate reports to the Woodstock Institute President and is responsible for technical assistance requests, data management, and assisting in creating research reports. The Research Associate works as a team with the other full-time Research Associate in producing the organization’s research reports and developing and disseminating data for the Institute’s online Data Portal and interactive mapping tool. This is a one year full-time position located in Chicago.

The organization is willing to hire someone in a (hourly) part-time/remote role, which might be appealing to grad students. If someone is interested in such a role, they should mention it on their cover letter.

Building Integrated Communities (BIC), a statewide initiative of the Latino Migration Project at UNC Chapel Hill, is seeking a part-time Program Coordinator (24 hours/week), with a special focus on bilingual communications in Spanish and English.

The Coordinator will coordinate and attend meetings with local government officials and diverse community partners. The Coordinator will provide assistance in event planning and promotion for workshops and public meetings with government staff and community residents. The Coordinator will manage BIC communications through the website, social media, emails, and phone calls. Candidates must be fluent in English and Spanish and have strong writing skills in both languages.

BIC is a community planning and leadership initiative that partners with North Carolina local governments to create inclusive practices and policies for residents born in other countries. This is a grant-funded, temporary position, starting immediately.

The Jackson Center is seeking a leader who is 1) rooted in abundant community – Sees, with wonder and joy, the fullness and depth of our community and can cultivate it; 2) an adaptable shepherd – Can balance chaos and order; 3) humbled by and accountable to community power – Committed to following the mission and direction of community; 4) a creative connector – Adept at building authentic relationships across multiple lines of difference; and 5) a response-able storyteller – Able to lead stewardship of the center and tell the MCJC story. The Jackson Center is a bottom-up organization looking for a leader who understands, respects, and lives this model of community-first work.

Ideal candidates will:
– Have at least five years of community-based leadership experience;
– Have a Master’s degree, or commensurate experience;
– Have some demonstrated experience working and living in historically underserved neighborhoods;
– Have an investment in local Black history as told by the people who made it; and,
– Have grant writing/management and fiscal management experience.

See attachment for addition information.

To apply: Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume/cv with contact information for three references. Additionally, we ask you to submit a 250-word answer or less to the following prompt: “Mrs. Jackson’s motto is ‘without the past, you have no future.’ What does this mean to you?”

Please submit your materials to the email address apply@jacksoncenter.info with the subject line “Executive Director Application.

The Jackson Center is a hub of creative action dedicated to preserving the future of historically Black neighborhoods in Chapel Hill, NC. Located in the heart of the Northside community, Center staff work in collaboration with Northside neighbors and friends to respect and to serve histories that, even as they are told, make new history out of Emancipation, Reconstruction, Jim Crow, civil rights struggle, and desegregation. Today Northside and Pine Knolls are among the most racially, ethnically, and economically diverse neighborhoods in the region.

As a basic human need, home is the foundation for life. At HCD, our mission is to promote safe, affordable homes and strong, vibrant communities throughout California, and right now is an exciting time to join Team HCD. We’re experiencing a historical level of growth and we want you to be a part of it!

HCD currently has 18 positions open:

Service Contracts Analyst
Legislative Analyst
Assistant Deputy Director, Operations
Assistant Deputy Director, Finance
Codes and Standards Administrator II (Riverside location)
Codes and Standards Administrator I
Housing Accessibility Specialist
Senior Building Inspector (Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego counties, and surrounding areas)
Senior Building Inspector (Santa Barbara, Ventura, San Luis Obispo counties, and surrounding areas)
Housing and Community Development Representative I/II, Financial Assistance – Federal Programs
Housing and Community Development Specialist I, Financial Assistance – Asset Management
Senior Housing and Community Development Specialist II, Housing Policy and Program Support
Office Technician, Administration and Management
Registration and Titling Program Technician II (Riverside Location)
Data and Evaluation Specialist I, Financial Assistance – Program Design and Implementation
Legislative Specialist/Manager I
State Grant Manager I
Legislative Coordinator/Manager II