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SENIOR PLANNER

July 2, 2024

SENIOR PLANNER

Firm Name
Cary
Firm Location
Cary, NC

Description

Description:

Cary is looking for a passionate and driven professional to share in our goal of creating the Local Government That Doesn’t Exist through innovation, evolution and excellence. We emphasize the importance of taking care of our employees and citizens. We strive to live inspired while working together to impact lives through exceptional service.

This senior level position will join the Planning and Development team to perform complex professional work with a focus on rezonings and plan review for Cary’s most complex development projects. We are seeking candidates that have extensive experience with land development ordinance amendments, reviewing or designing infill and redevelopment site plans, and managing rezoning requests, a mindset to help facilitate high-quality projects, and demonstrated ability to facilitate issue resolution through internal and external collaboration.

We believe Cary offers the best benefits, which support our diverse workforce, providing employees with choices. A competitive salary is offered depending on qualifications and experience. Our highly comprehensive total compensation package is unprecedented, allowing Cary to value and support our employees’ whole selves, and sets us apart as an employer of choice.

This is an exciting time to be a part of the transformational development occurring in Cary!

This position requires excellent written and verbal skills to communicate with various audiences including boards, commissions, development professionals, and the community. Successful candidates will collaborate in a fast-paced, evolving environment and must be able to adapt to change through continuous learning while empowering others through shared knowledge. Demonstrated knowledge of land use principles, zoning practices, urban design, mixed-use concepts, architecture, and engineering are desired.

Work is performed under the general supervision of senior members of the staff and requires independent judgment and discretion in the performance of duties. Specific duties and requirements are determined by the area of assignment.

Anticipated hiring range: $71,531.20 – $90,000.00

Typical Tasks:

  • Reviews development plans for various land uses and levels of complexity. Plan review requires the application of Cary’s policy documents, Land Development Ordinance and Community Appearance Manual. Plan review responsibilities involve collaboration and effective communication with other departments within Cary as well as the development community.
  • Manages rezoning cases for various types of projects including greenfield sites as well as complex infill and redevelopment projects. Case management for rezonings requires coordinating with Cary’s Development Review Committee, the applicant team and members of the public to address issues and questions. Case management responsibilities also require collaborative staff report preparation, and preparing and presenting to various audiences including members of the public, boards and commissions, and council.
  • Develops, interprets, amends, and enforces ordinances regarding zoning and development standards;
  • Drafts Requests for Qualifications and Requests for Proposals and manages consultants for specific projects;
  • Assists in the planning and implementation of various programs related to transit, land use, design guidelines, transportation-related plans and other small area plans;
  • Reviews permits including signs, zoning verification letters, and building permits;
  • Provides staff support to the Zoning Board of Adjustment; processes applications and prepares staff reports for variances, administrative appeals and appeals of civil penalties; presents cases to the Zoning Board of Adjustment;
  • Responds to inquiries from citizens, businesses, landowners, developers and elected and appointed officials regarding matters such as population and demographics, status of current projects, interpretations of the Land Use Plan, zoning matters, current and proposed ordinances, area plans and studies and on issues related to environmental, historic preservation, and development;
  • Coordinates and organizes public meetings; facilitates in-person and virtual public meetings, open houses, and inter-governmental meetings;
  • Assists in the development and implementation of Council initiatives and goals related to long-range planning; prepares, plans, develops and implements elements of the comprehensive plan; and
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of land use planning, planning research, zoning, and annexations; thorough knowledge of municipal planning, landscape architecture principles and practice, and urban design; thorough knowledge of municipal development ordinances and its applications; bicycle and pedestrian planning; thorough knowledge of transit operations and planning; thorough knowledge of growth management methods and practices; thorough knowledge of statistical methods and their application; thorough knowledge of the sources of data and information; thorough knowledge of principles and practice of community facilitation and conflict resolution; ability to read and interpret ordinances, statutes, plans, maps, etc.; ability to plan, organize, supervise and carry out complex research projects effectively and simultaneously; ability to present the results of research effectively in oral, written, and graphic form; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, municipal officials, representatives of other agencies, and members of the general public and development community.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications:

Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in city and regional planning, urban planning, landscape architecture, or a closely related field and considerable experience in professional planning and development. Candidates may also have a background and/or related degree in the areas of site design, land development or construction management with a desire to learn planning.

Preferred candidates will have the following:

  • 8-10 years of experience in public or private sector land planning or development
  • Master’s degree in city and regional planning, urban planning, landscape architecture, architecture, urban design, public administration, or engineering
  • Experience with land use principles, zoning practices, urban design, mixed-use and redevelopment projects
  • Experience with rezonings, and site plan review
  • Experience interpreting and researching ordinances
  • Proficiency navigating plan review software platforms and GIS
  • Experience writing staff reports and making presentations
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Experience completing complex projects in a dynamic, collaborative environment
  • Desire to build collaborative groups within the organization
  • Ability to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment
  • Ability to work on a variety of tasks while being extremely organized and detail-oriented
  • American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), Certified Zoning Official (CZO) or other related professional certifications

Requires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal check, education verification and credit history review) prior to employment.

Requires a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Cary ensures equal employment opportunities (EEO) are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.

Job Details

Job Type
 Permanent
Paid Y/N
  Paid
Application Due
  06/30/2024
Position Details: View complete job listing

Contact Information

Contact Name
Ranardo Pearsall
Contact Email
ranardo.pearsall@carync.gov
Contact Phone
(919) 469-4374

Job Category:
Community Development, Land Use, Other
Job Sector:
Public

Planner I (open till filled)

July 2, 2024

Planner I (open till filled)

Firm Name
City of Rock Hill
Firm Location
City of Rock Hill
Firm Website
https://www.cityofrockhill.com

Description

Planner I
Job Location: Rock Hill, SC
Position Type: Full-Time
Education Level: 4 Year Degree
Salary Range: $27.21 – $33.29 Hourly
Job Category: Planning & Development

Description

General Description:

  • The purpose of this job within the organization is to review proposed land development projects for compliance with zoning regulations and to advance historic preservation interests for the community. This job works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Requires a bachelor’s degree in City/Regional Planning, Urban Design, Historic Preservation, or a related field, and one year experience in land use planning or historic preservation, preferably in a local government setting. The equivalent combination of education and related work experience may be considered.

Special Certifications and Licenses:

  • Valid Driver’s License. AICP certification encouraged at point eligibility requirements are met.

Desirable Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of zoning and historic preservation principles, practices, and laws.
  • Ability to understand, apply, and interpret City ordinances, policies, and procedures, particularly those related to development standards.
  • Ability to analyze the potential effects of proposed land development projects and applicable City standards on schools, traffic, community aesthetics, natural resources, neighborhoods, and the like.
  • Ability to prepare and present technical reports and recommendations in oral, written, and graphic form; ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
  • Ability to utilize GIS software applications and produce maps and statistical data.
  • Ability to remain calm and diplomatic in difficult situations.
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment, discretion, and initiative in completing assignments.
  • Ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under stress when confronted with emergency situations or tight deadlines.
  • Ability to maintain positive customer-focused relationships with co-workers, supervisors, agencies, the general public, and all other internal and external customers. Personally demonstrates appropriate customer service skills.
  • Work is performed onsite. The incumbent must be present at work to perform the essential functions of this job.
  • Ability to attend meetings in the evenings approximately twice a month.

Essential Job Functions:

  1. Reviews plans for compliance with zoning regulations, primarily focusing on the review of residential, accessory structure, and sign plans.
  2. Provides zoning and development assistance to property owners, developers, design professionals, and others. Explains the City’s zoning standards and helps parties develop solutions to site challenges.
  3. Takes development plans or requests forward to the Zoning Board of Appeals and Planning Commission for consideration. Writes staff reports, creates GIS maps, and makes oral presentations to the Boards.
  4. Advances historic preservation interests in the community. Maintains City’s Certified Local Government status and works on special projects in historic preservation.
  5. Serves as liaison to Board of Historic Review. Writes staff reports, makes maps, and makes oral presentations to the Board. Ensures that proper public notice is given of the meetings and that they are run according to state law.
  6. Attends training classes about customer service, zoning regulations, historic preservation, computer software, and other topics as needed to learn new standards, processes, and systems. Maintains continuing education credits as required by state law or as needed for optional certifications.
  7. Performs all other duties as required to meet organizational needs.

This Notice is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required to do the job. This is intended only to describe the general nature of the job. A more comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and essential job functions is available on the job description. The City of Rock Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, political affiliation, disability, national origin, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), or age.

Job Details

Job Type
 Permanent
Paid Y/N
  Paid
Application Due
  06/11/2024
Start Date
  06/30/2024
Position Details: View complete job listing

Contact Information

Contact Name
Janet Wanta
Contact Email
janet.wanta@cityofrockhill.com
Contact Phone
(803) 329-8714

The contact is a Carolina Planning alum.

Job Category:
Land Use
Job Sector:
Public

Senior Planner – Long Range

June 14, 2024

Senior Planner – Long Range

Firm Name
Town of Holly Springs
Firm Location
Holly Springs, NC
Firm Website
https://www.hollyspringsnc.gov/1265/Job-Opportunities

Description

As the Senior Planner for the Town of Holly Springs you will be a part of a team of planners that have a passion for collaboration, creativity, and innovation in a growing and dynamic community. Your role as Senior Planner will be to lead a group of planners engaged in long-range planning projects focused on urban design, place-making, and mobility for the Development Services Department.

Holly Springs is a fast-growing community located in the Research Triangle region of North Carolina. Our Town’s vision is to provide an unmatched quality of life that reflects the joys of small town living in a safe, family-friendly community that residents and businesses are proud to call home. The Senior Planner position is a position in our Development Services Department that brings together planners, engineers, and building code officials to promote collaboration, innovation, and efficiency for the development process. The annual starting salary is $76,938.58 ( pay grade N). The work schedule is business hours with occasional evenings and weekends.

What You Will Bring To Our Development Services Team:

A Bachelor’s degree in urban or regional planning, urban design, landscape architecture, or a related field.
-5 years’ experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Applicants with less experience may be considered. An AICP certification is required, however the chosen candidate will have the ability to obtain within a timeframe based on class offerings.
-Knowledge and/or skills in urban design, land use, community development, and/or economic development.
-Demonstrated ability to manage or facilitate complex projects relating to land use and development programs such as comprehensive plans, small area plans, corridor plans, or other plans related to the growth, development, and redevelopment
-Analytical and critical thinking skills.

What You Will Be Doing:

-Leading a variety of comprehensive plans, small area plans, corridor plans, and special projects relating to land use, urban design, historic preservation, affordable housing, and sustainable development.
-Engaging with multidisciplinary partners on long-range planning projects such as transportation planning, parks and recreation planning, and utility planning.
-Leading workshops, meetings, community outreach events, and public hearings to engage with the community.
-Implementing the Comprehensive Plan through policy updates and the review of annexation and rezoning petitions.
-Assisting in the implantation of the Town Council’s strategic plan initiatives for the Development Services Department.
-Maintaining demographic statistical data, analyses, reports and graphics.
-Coaching, mentoring and providing direction to direct report team members.

What We Provide:

-Competitive salary – starting at $76,938 based on qualifications and experience.
-Annual pay increases for performance review.
-Competitive benefits package, including life, medical and dental insurance, LGERS retirement system membership and a 5% Town contribution to 401(K).
-Remote work up to 2 days per week.
-Career learning and professional development.

How to Apply:

-Complete an online application: https://www.hollyspringsnc.gov/1265/.
-Include a cover letter and resume.
-This is an immediate opening and the position is open until filled. First review of applications will occur beginning June 24, 2024.

The Town of Holly Springs provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Details

Job Type
 Permanent
Paid Y/N
  Paid
Application Due
  06/24/2024

Contact Information

Contact Name
Jasmine Brown
Contact Phone
(919) 577-3159

Job Category:
Land Use
Job Sector:
Public

Senior Planner

June 14, 2024

Senior Planner

Firm Name
City of Raleigh Planning and Development
Firm Location
Raleigh, NC
Firm Website
https://raleighnc.gov/

Description

The Senior Planner is a member of the Comprehensive Planning team, which primarily manages long-range citywide, neighborhood, and corridor planning projects and staffs the rezoning, annexation, and demographic programs. More information and application available here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/raleighnc/fulltime/jobs/4528734/senior-planner

Job Details

Job Type
 Permanent
Paid Y/N
  Paid
Application Due
  06/21/2024

Contact Information

Contact Name
Hannah Reckhow

The contact is a Carolina Planning alum.

Job Category:
Land Use
Job Sector:
Public

Planner I

June 14, 2024

Planner I

Firm Name
Cary
Firm Location
Cary

Description

Salary: $58,843.20 – $97,094.40
Closing date: 06/30/2024
Apply by visiting: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/townofcary/jobs/4529238/planner-i

Description:

Cary is recruiting a collaborative, innovative and passionate Planner I to join our team. Cary is focused on the goal of creating “The Local Government That Doesn’t Exist” by exceeding standards for how municipalities should operate. We embody excellence and professionalism by demonstrating leading practices and partnering effectively with our community. We are looking for a planning professional to help us build on our legacy of excellence while recognizing there is always room for growth and innovation. High-performing candidates who are adaptive, ready to engage in problem solving, dare to think differently, have the technical skills to deliver, and want to make a difference in their community are encouraged to apply.

Cary NC, a progressive community of over 180,000 people is actively working on implementing the most ambitious long- range planning effort in our history – the Imagine Cary Community Plan. The plan sets out a long-term vision, policies, and strategic actions for Cary through 2040. The Imagine Cary Plan seeks to focus the most intense development in strategic locations, encourage mixed use, redevelopment, infill, and revitalization while maintaining that much of Cary will stay suburban in nature. We are seeking a collaborative and passionate planning professional to join our innovative team to bring the vision in the Imagine Cary Community Plan to life, as well as to collaborate in a fast-paced, evolving environment while adapting to change through continuous learning.

Cary offers the best benefits, which supports our diverse workforce, providing employees with choices. A competitive salary is offered depending on qualifications and experience. Our highly comprehensive total compensation package is unprecedented, allowing Cary to value and support our employee’s whole selves, and sets us apart as an employer of choice.

This is an exciting time to be a part of the transformational development occurring in Cary!

Work is performed under the general supervision of a Principal Planner and requires independent judgment and discretion in the performance of duties.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $58,843.20 – $70,345.60

Typical Tasks:

– Reviews and approves development plans and implements the Town’s architectural, landscaping, lighting, and site design standards;
– Assists in the writing and preparation of staff reports and supporting materials for boards, commissions, and Town Council;
– Applies the Town’s Land Development Ordinance (LDO) and provides technical support to citizens and developers regarding zoning and development-related matters; performs technical research on issues;
– Research best practices in development regulations, including other municipalities’ ordinances in support of potential Town ordinance amendments; assists in the preparation of staff reports for amendments;
– Provides assistance with the review of rezonings and annexations;
– Provides assistance for public hearings, neighborhood meetings, and open houses as needed;
– Clerk for one or more of the following boards: the Zoning Board of Adjustment, Planning and Zoning Board, and/or Historic Preservation Commission including meeting preparation and coordination, scheduling monthly meetings, and preparing meeting minutes;
– Update Planning and Development webpages for public hearing notices and calendar events; ensure that the website is edited for accuracy and appropriate communication to the public, along with required public notices are posted;
– Coordinate and plan virtual neighborhood meetings and prepare presentation materials;
– Review various permits including building permits, sign permits, accessory use permits, and zoning verification letters;
– Assign street names and addresses for new development projects and assist with address changes;
– Perform other job-related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

General knowledge of the philosophies, principles, practices and techniques of land use planning, planning research, zoning, and annexations; general knowledge of municipal planning, landscape architecture practice, and urban design; general knowledge of local development ordinances and development process; general knowledge of annexations laws; general knowledge of statistical methods and their application; general knowledge of the sources of data and information; ability to use GIS to research land/property records; ability to read and interpret ordinances, statutes, plans, etc.; ability to plan, organize, carry out complex research projects effectively and simultaneously; ability to communicate effectively in oral, written, and graphic form; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, municipal officials, representatives of other agencies, developers, and members of the general public.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in urban planning, landscape architecture, geographic information systems, public administration or closely related field and some experience in planning, public administration, or landscape architecture.

Preference will be given to candidates with the following:

– Strong organizational skills with an eye for detail;
– Self-starter and ability to work well under pressure;
– Experience with Microsoft Office products and agenda/minutes software.
– Effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills with a focus on customer service;
– Desire to seek out, foster and implement process improvements;
– Desire to build collaborative groups within the organization;
– Ability to learn and adapt in an agile environment;
– Ability to take accurate meeting minutes;
– General knowledge of governmental laws and services that pertain to the community, economic viability and the planning process;
– Experience with development plan review;
– Researching and applying local planning ordinances

Requires drug testing and background check (which may include a criminal check and education verification) prior to employment.

Requires a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record also is required.

Cary ensures equal employment opportunities (EEO) are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.

Job Details

Job Type
 Permanent
Paid Y/N
  Paid
Application Due
  06/30/2024
Position Details: View complete job listing

Contact Information

Contact Name
RANARDO PEARSALL
Contact Email
ranardo.pearsall@carync.gov
Contact Phone
(919) 469-4374

Job Category:
Community Development, Land Use, Other
Job Sector:
Public

Community Planner

June 14, 2024

Community Planner

Firm Name
Federal Transit Administration, Office of Civil Rights
Firm Location
Washington, DC
Firm Website
https://www.usajobs.gov/job/794110000

Description

The Community Planner:

1. Advise transit agencies on promoting equity and meeting civil rights requirements in project planning, development, and administration, including in the areas of long-range plans, transportation improvement programs, environmental reviews, corridor and feasibility studies, facility siting and planning, and service planning.
2. Conduct technical evaluations of planning documents and assess project compliance with civil rights policies, procedures, and requirements.
3. Develop qualitative and quantitative evaluative techniques and strategies to improve equity in transit service, programming, and decision-making.
4. Draft detailed written products, including memos, reports and proposals that present evaluation approaches, regulatory and other interpretations, findings, and recommendations, along with policies and guidance to support equity and accessibility in transportation planning.
5. Develop technical assistance and training to advance integration of civil rights and equitable transportation priorities in all phases of the planning and project development process.
6. Represent FTA on workgroups, at conferences, and other high-profile events and communicate complex, technical civil rights information tailored to meet the audience’s needs and advance agency objectives.

The Ideal Candidate is an experienced professional in the area of transportation planning who can proactively anticipate and resolve technical and operational issues and has excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

NOTE: If selected to interview for this position, candidates will participate in a structured interview process and will be given a topic to use to draft a writing sample.

Job Details

Job Type
 Permanent
Paid Y/N
  Paid
Application Due
  06/18/2024

Contact Information

Contact Name
Nate Seeskin
Contact Email
nathaniel.seeskin@dot.gov

The contact is a Carolina Planning alum.

Job Category:
Land Use, Transportation
Job Sector:
Public

Planner

June 14, 2024

Planner

Firm Name
City of Mebane
Firm Location
Mebane, NC
Firm Website
https://cityofmebane.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/24?c=cityofmebane

Description

Join a small team of planners in a growing city! You will join us as we begin updates to the City’s Comprehensive Land Development Plan and will serve as staff to the Mebane Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission. In the position, you will be responsible for plan, plat, and permit review, long-range planning, project management, and plan implementation.

Job Details

Job Type
 Permanent
Paid Y/N
  Paid

Contact Information

Contact Name
Ashley Ownbey
Contact Email
aownbey@cityofmebane.com
Contact Phone
(919) 563-9990

The contact is a Carolina Planning alum.

Job Category:
GIS, Land Use, Transportation
Job Sector:
Public

Planning Services Administrator

June 14, 2024

Planning Services Administrator

Firm Name
City of Burlington
Firm Location
Burlington, NC
Firm Website
https://www.burlingtonnc.gov/

Description

*Are you confident, innovative, detail-oriented, and have the ability to problem solve?
*Are you a leader and looking to mentor and manage a dynamic planning team?
*Are you interested in shaping the future of a growing City?

If so, we want you to join our team as a Planning Services Administrator!

What you will do:

The Planning Services Administrator serves to manage, mentor, and supervise staff within the Planning Division of the City of Burlington’s Planning Department. The duties are primarily associated with the oversight of the City’s short/long-range planning efforts, administering development ordinances, staff support for related boards, preparing text amendments, planning staff administration and personnel development. The staff person may also function as a deputy for the Planning Director, as needed.

Here’s a link to the job brochure: PSA Recruitment Brochure Optimized.pdf

Link to the job posting:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/burlingtonnc/jobs/4528651/planning-services-administrator

Job Details

Job Type
 Permanent
Paid Y/N
  Paid
Application Due
  06/11/2024

Contact Information

Contact Name
Jamie Lawson

Job Category:
Community Development, Economic Development, Housing, Land Use
Job Sector:
Public

Planning Technician

May 26, 2024

Planning Technician

Firm Name
City of Asheville Department of Planning & Urban Design
Firm Location
Asheville, NC
Firm Website
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/ashevillenc/jobs/4514049/planning-technician?1

Description

About our opportunity:
The City of Asheville is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Planning Technician for the Planning and Urban Design Department.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Performs customer service functions in person, by telephone, and by email.
  • Receives and processes submissions from developers for projects that qualify for technical and administrative review.
  • Receives and coordinates financial surety requests.
    Coordinates and administers logistics, and agendas, meeting minutes, and web site information.
  • Conducts simple zoning compliance and permit reviews.
  • Provides on-call assistance to the general public and staff to answer permitting questions and assists with various forms and applications pertaining to land use, land disturbance, and zoning.
  • Provides administrative support to assigned boards and commissions in support of the designated staff liaison.
  • Communicates and provides technical assistance to homeowners, engineers, architects, designers, site inspectors, planning and zoning personnel, City officials and the general public.
  • Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes and per established procedures.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

Benefits:

  • A full suite of personal benefits including Medical, Dental, and life insurance options.
  • Enrollment in the North Carolina Pension and 401K programs
  • Hybrid work schedule available.

About you:

What you Bring

  • Strong organizational and administrative skills
  • Good Customer Service and Communication experience
  • Aptitude in navigating city code and policy standards a plus!

We know your time is valuable. Applicants who meet the following minimum requirements or have comparable experience and/or education will be considered:

  • Associate’s Degree in Geography, Planning, or a related field.
  • One year of customer service, administrative, or clerical experience.

Persons of all genders and races are encouraged to apply.

Other things to know:
Rate of Pay $21.13 per hour
Schedule is Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm

About us:

The City of Asheville is dedicated to providing quality service for the residents and visitors of our beautiful city, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. Asheville, NC is a thriving mountain city that has a culture enriched in diversity.

The City of Asheville values and respects a diverse community, workforce and ideas, and is committed to promoting an equitable, fair, and just employment environment. Our organization seeks to create and provide access and opportunities to employees, residents and visitors to fulfill their potential through inclusive engagement practices, relationship building and an authentic sense of belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. The City of Asheville is proud to be a second chance employer.

Specific Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities: Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all City or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

Data Utilization: Requires the ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data. Includes exercising discretion in determining data classification, and in referencing such analysis to established standards for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and relationships.

Human Interaction: Requires the ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others regarding the application of procedures and standards to specific situations.

Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.

Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, and/or advisory data and information.

Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; ability to calculate decimals and percentages; may include ability to perform mathematical operations with fractions; may include ability to compute discount, interest, and ratios; may include ability to calculate surface areas, volumes, weights, and measures.

Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of rational systems; to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form; and to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.

Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving the evaluation of information against sensory, judgmental, or subjective criteria, as opposed to that which is clearly measurable or verifiable.

ADA Compliance:

Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.

Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors: Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

The City of Asheville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Job Details

Job Type
 Permanent
Paid Y/N
  Paid
Application Due
  06/03/2024

Contact Information

Contact Name
Will Palmquist
Contact Email
wpalmquist@ashevillenc.gov

Job Category:
Design, Environmental Planning, GIS, Land Use
Job Sector:
Public

Land Use Planner

May 26, 2024

Land Use Planner

Firm Name
Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission
Firm Location
Winooski, VT
Firm Website
https://www.ccrpcvt.org/

Description

Planner or Senior Planner

Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission (CCRPC) is seeking to hire a full-time planner or senior planner to assist with equitable municipal and regional planning. Planners at CCRPC work on a variety of projects in a diverse set of topic areas. Our work program includes writing comprehensive plans, developing municipal bylaw amendments, updating and implementing the regional plan, grant writing, and conducting project management for a wide array of municipal and regional projects related to land use, transportation, natural resources, emergency management, energy, and climate change. Proficiency in geographical information systems (GIS) is desired, but not required. Community engagement including justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion is major part of this position’s work.

The individual selected must be a self-starter, able to work independently and stick to deadlines. Regular night meeting attendance is expected. A valid driver’s license is required. Salary is dependent upon qualifications within the ranges ($50,000 – $72,800 for Planner and $65,000 – $88,400 for Senior Planner). Salary ranges will increase on July 1, 2024 based on a salary survey currently being conducted by CCRPC.

Please send a letter of interest and resume (with references and contact information) in one pdf to Charlie Baker, Executive Director at: cbaker@ccrpcvt.org. We will begin reviewing resumes on May 22, 2024. This position will remain open until filled. Job descriptions can be found at https://www.ccrpcvt.org/about-us/news/jobs/.

The CCRPC believes a diverse and culturally proficient staff are pivotal to creating an environment free of inequities. Accordingly, the CCRPC seeks to provide our membership and community with services enhanced by the professional contributions of culturally competent representatives of different races, socioeconomic backgrounds, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, physical ability, age, and sexual orientation. Successful candidates must be committed to working effectively with diverse community populations and expected to strengthen such capacity if hired. CCRPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At CCRPC, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this position or other roles.

Job Details

Job Type
 Permanent
Paid Y/N
  Paid
Application Due
  05/22/2024
Start Date
  07/01/2024

Contact Information

Contact Name
Charlie Baker
Contact Email
cbaker@ccrpcvt.org

Job Category:
Community Development, Economic Development, Environmental Planning, Housing, Land Use, Resiliency
Job Sector:
Public