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.

Abt Associates seeks bright, talented, and intellectually curious students to add to our talent pipeline. As a paid Natural Resources and Environment intern in the Department of Health and Environment, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on industry experience while being exposed to challenging projects and learning from some of the top experts in the field. Interns will be exposed to a depth and breadth of expertise and knowledge through events and programs throughout the summer. Our summer internship program consists of a robust and structured curriculum that encompasses professional development opportunities, networking events, and a mentorship program. This position is located in Durham, NC or Rockville, MD.

The Summer Internship Program at Abt Associates is 10 weeks, beginning June 1 through August 7, 2020. Interns must be able to work full time (40 hours per week) for the duration of the program. Abt Associates does not provide housing.

The Mid-East Commission Planning, Economic Development, and Community Services Department, located in Washington, North Carolina serving a five county region, is seeking a qualified individual with education and experience in the areas of, Land Use Planning, Zoning Administration, Transportation Planning and Water Quality Planning, to fill the position of Planner. The Planner position, under the supervision of the Department Director, performs professional planning work for the COG. Work primarily includes conducting planning, zoning, land use, open space, water quality and assistance to the COG members, as well as coordination of Rural Transportation Planning Organizations (RPO). Work requires thorough knowledge of the planning field and is characterized by independent judgment and initiative in the performance of duties. Work is performed primarily in an inside environment. The employee may serve as a lead worker or project manager. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Director of Planning, Economic Development and Community Services and is evaluated through conferences, observation, reports, progress on projects, and feedback from the clients.

Pitt County Planning & Development is seeking a Planner III (Environmental Planner) with knowledge/experience in planning and its principles. Primary responsibilities of this position include administration of County land development regulations including the County’s Subdivision, Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control, Stormwater and Floodplain Development regulations.

The minimum requirements for this position is a bachelor’s degree in planning, geography, construction management, environmental sciences or a closely related field and 2 years of experience in related work.

Abt Associates is a mission-driven, global leader in research and program implementation in the fields of health, social and environmental policy, and international development. Known for its rigorous approach to solving complex challenges, Abt Associates is regularly ranked as one of the top 20 global research firms and one of the top 40 international development innovators. The company has multiple offices in the U.S. and program offices in more than 40 countries.

Opportunity: Abt Associates seeks bright, talented, and intellectually curious students to add to our talent pipeline. As a paid Natural Resources and Environment intern in the Department of Health and Environment, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on industry experience while being exposed to challenging projects and learning from some of the top experts in the field. Interns will be exposed to a depth and breadth of expertise and knowledge through events and programs throughout the summer. Our summer internship program consists of a robust and structured curriculum that encompasses professional development opportunities, networking events, and a mentorship program.

This position is located in Durham, NC or Rockville, MD.

The Summer Internship Program at Abt Associates is 10 weeks, beginning June 1 through August 7, 2020. Interns must be able to work full time (40 hours per week) for the duration of the program. Abt Associates does not provide housing.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

– Conduct quantitative analyses using databases and spreadsheets for projects encompassing one or more of the following topics: general environmental policy and program support, environmental economics and policy analysis, emissions inventory development, decarbonization, co-benefits assessments of air quality and climate change measures, and climate change mitigation
– Support database management
– Assist with documenting analysis methodologies
– Carry out research and literature searches, and summarize documents, reports, and related materials
– Generate tables, charts, and maps to communicate project results, both for clients and for public audiences
– Develop PowerPoints and training materials
– Assist with preparation for meetings, and scheduling and set up

Department / Division Qualifications

– Will have graduated from an undergraduate program by the time the internship starts or is currently enrolled in a graduate level degree program
– Ideal candidates will have academic or work experience in environmental policy, environmental science, environmental economics, air quality, climate change, or other relevant academic discipline.
– Excellent oral and written communication and analytical skills are essential
– Proficiency using Microsoft Word and Excel is necessary. Experience with Access, ArcGIS, Qlik Sense, and/or R is a plus

Program Minimum Qualifications
– Is available to work full-time throughout the 10 week internship
– Is eligible to work in the United States
– Transitioning military are encouraged to apply

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The Governor’s Entrepreneurship Council (“GEC”) has launched the North Carolina Entrepreneur Corps (link). This program is designed specifically to engage college students throughout the state in making NC government more entrepreneurial. Students will work together to solve key challenges identified by the NC Department of Information and Technology. Students may apply as teams or as individuals and will be grouped together to work remotely as entrepreneurship teams. Each team will be assigned both an entrepreneurial mentor from the GEC and a technical mentor from NCDIT. Over the semester (Feb-April 2020), students will go through the entrepreneurial process including idea generation, concept development, customer feedback, and creation of a final product. At the conclusion of the semester, the teams will present their projects and meet and take pictures with the Governor. Unfortunately, time is of the essence, as applications for this initiative are due December 31. Apply at website: https://governor.nc.gov/issues/north-carolina-entrepreneur-corps

Learn more:
Governor Cooper Establishes New Council to Encourage Entrepreneurship in North Carolina: https://governor.nc.gov/news/governor-cooper-establishes-new-council-encourage-entrepreneurship-north-carolina

North Carolina Entrepreneur Corps: https://governor.nc.gov/issues/north-carolina-entrepreneur-corps

The City of Salisbury is seeking a Planner in the long range division who will perform professional work assisting with urban planning studies and projects. Main duties include: researching and making recommendations regarding zoning, land use, transportation, community facilities, demographic and economic projections, historic preservation, community appearance, community development, neighborhood planning, downtown revitalization and other city initiatives; preparing maps, technical reports and summaries to communicate findings; providing assistance for grant applications, public hearings and other complex planning projects; assisting the public with applications and inquiries regarding City policies, ordinances and procedures; and participating in site plan review processes for legislative development proposals.