Though this job is listed as an “Economic Development Planner”, this job entails all levels and types of planning. The position does keep a focus on long-range impacts of the Economy and focuses on improving economic conditions throughout the region. The job description may be found here:

The Town of Winterville seeks qualified candidates for the position of Economic Development Planner. An employee in this class assists the Town Manager and performs complex professional work planning, directing, coordinating and supervising economic development activities including business development and sustainability, and related work as apparent/assigned. This position may also assist the Planning Director with applicable zoning and related planning issues as needed. Work requires considerable public contact with a variety of people/entities, especially property owners, persons associated with potential economic development projects, lending institutions, realtors, attorneys, non-profit agencies and organizations, etc. Extensive judgment, initiative and ability to independently conduct research projects, compile reports, make presentations and recommendations for various programs and functions of the Town is required. Knowledge and skill in process design and facilitation to obtain citizen and developer input and develop consensus among conflicted parties is also required. Work includes developing and marketing Town programs through preparation and distribution of written materials and through public meetings and workshops. Work is performed under general administrative direction of the Town Manager.

Graduation from a college or university with a degree in planning, public administration or related field and experience in economic development, municipal planning or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license is also required. Salary range: $61,445 – $89,973 with starting salary DOQ. Please submit application to: Human Resources, Town of Winterville, 2571 Railroad Street, Winterville, NC 28590 or email to humanresources@wintervillenc.com. Closing date: July 28, 2023. The Town of Winterville is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Chattanooga-Hamilton County Regional Planning Agency (RPA) is seeking to fill a Senior Planner (Planner 2) position in the Community Planning & Design Division.

WHY CHATTANOOGA?

Surrounded by mountains, rivers and lakes, Chattanooga and Hamilton County, Tennessee, offer a little bit of everything. Chattanooga boasts the fastest internet service in the western hemisphere,
with 10 gigabit service available for every home and business. A thriving downtown, located along the Tennessee River, is brimming with shops, dining and history. With an emphasis on sustainability, Chattanooga recently adopted a new Climate Action Plan, and
Volkswagen’s new ID.4 electric vehicle is being assembled locally. Awarded Outdoor Magazine’s “Best Town Ever” title for two years, the Scenic City boasts a range of outdoor offerings.

WHY THE RPA?

Community Planning & Design is a division of the RPA that focuses on area planning, placemaking, and urban design. Our division’s work program for the next two years will be focused on
developing Area Plans that cover all of Hamilton County. A new Place Types palette will be applied to each Area Plan. We will also be developing more detailed plans for designated mixed-use centers in each area.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

Successful candidates for this position should have strong experience in physical land use planning. We are looking for someone who also has experience in GIS to complement our team.
A background in urban design, architecture, or landscape architecture, is also preferred, but not required.

The full JOB DESCRIPTION and ONLINE APPLICATION* are available at:

https://fa-eqto-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/requisitions/preview/230275

*Listed as Planner 2

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, May 24, 2023 by 11:59PM

About Our Opportunity

The City of Asheville is seeking to fill a full-time, non-exempt Planning Technician position to join the Development Services Department. The purpose of this position is to combine administrative and technical tasks with special projects support while working closely with the public on a regular basis to provide customer service on planning and zoning issues.

This dynamic entry-level position is open due to a recent internal promotion.

Hiring Rate: $18.59 per hour

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
-Answers questions from the development community and the general public regarding basic technical review requirements and development activity.
-Maintains online systems and publicly available data to communicate regulatory process requirements and technical project details for site plan review.
-Reviews applications for major development review for completeness and compliance with submittal requirements.
-Processes and distributes online submissions of development applications for review by the Technical Review Committee.
-Conducts division-specific administrative work on an as-needed basis.
-Coordinates review of Technical Review Committee applications by organizing and routing materials, questions and communications.
-Guides customers of the Technical Review Process by coordinating pre-application meetings, providing timelines, facilitating contact with technical experts and acting as a point of contact for all review elements.
-Monitors the workflow progress of major development projects that have been approved by the Technical Review Committee and coordinate final inspections
-Provides administrative support to the Technical Review Committee by processing pre-applications, applications, managing records, and distributing information to staff and public stakeholders.
-Provides as needed assistance to the general public to answer permitting questions and assists the general public with various forms and application pertaining to land use and zoning.
-Assists with special projects as assigned.
-Attends public meetings, assisting other planning staff as appropriate.
-Assists in the maintenance of Geographic Information Systems and acts as the alternate for the City’s Emergency Addressing Coordinator.
-Prepares public notices or property owner verifications.
Supplemental Functions:

Performs other similar duties as required.

Education/Experience:

Associate degree or two-year technical college supplemented by vocational or technical training, with at least one (1) year of development review/zoning inspection experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

Licensing and Certifications:

None required.

Knowledge:

Knowledge of planning principles and practices, including pertinent specialties.
Knowledge of principles and practices of research and data collection.
Knowledge of effective writing techniques.
Statistical, algebraic or geometric knowledge and ability to apply such knowledge in practical situations.
Knowledge of computer hardware and software programs, which may include Microsoft Office, Internet applications, and GIS.
Skills and Abilities:

Ability to read, summarize and/or compare general workplace data and graphics, such as flow charts, maps, tables, etc.
Ability to conduct research of existing, internal policies and procedures
Ability to share information with direct supervisor or coworkers; no formal report compiled.
Ability to think creatively for work practices, programs and policies and is preferred for managing obstacles.
Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written form.
Ability to analyze situations to pinpoint problems and assist with solving problems or identifying sources of obstacles.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships as required by work assignments.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
Ability to analyze and interpret policy and procedural guidelines and to apply this understanding to tasks.
Ability to bring resources together to resolve a problem or provide a solution.

If you are interested, please apply at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/ashevillenc/jobs/4017633/planning-technician

Gwinnett County, Georgia is a large, urbanizing county near Atlanta serving over 700,000 residents in the unincorporated areas alone. The County just launched a Comprehensive Plan update to provide for mixed-use walkable development and a diversity of housing types. Project completion is expected in February 2024.

The Senior Long-Range Planner will be involved in the Comprehensive Plan Update and other projects on a three-person team. A full job description is available through the link provided.

Gwinnett County, Georgia is a large, urbanizing county near Atlanta serving over 700,000 residents in the unincorporated areas alone. The County is undertaking a Comprehensive Plan update to provide for mixed-use walkable development and a diversity of housing types. Vacant roles include entry level Planner I and II in Current Planning in the Planning Division. These roles will provide customer service, guide applicants through the variance process, write zoning verification letters, and review single-family permits. Promotional opportunities available to those who are successful in this role.

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Position Description
THE CITY OF CLEARWATER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Planner: $50,592 – $60,710 depending on qualifications
Senior Planner: $64,569 – $77,482 depending on qualifications.

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Under general direction, the Planner performs professional and technical level planning work in long range planning or development review planning in connection with the administration and implementation of City planning projects, programs and Community Development Code.

Currently recruiting for qualified Planners in our Long-Range Division and our Development Review Division.

Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions: — Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Provides entry-level to professional level planning work in a variety of capacities, depending on Division, related to the use of land in the City including development review, site plan approval, signage, landscape review, zoning and land use.
Provides extensive and professional customer service for the general public, including assistance to walk-in customers, other City departments, and outside professionals.
Serves as a contact person for zoning inquiries, applicable land use laws, and general ordinances.
Participates in a variety of meetings and public hearings relating to planning.
Conducts and performs research, gathers data, organizes and provides general analysis of findings for use in special planning projects.
Develops reports and recommendations relating to a variety of planning topics such as land use, redevelopment, design guidelines, urban design, historic preservation, community facilities, economic base, population, and housing.
Confers with outside agencies, officials, neighborhood groups, developers, design professional, and realtors.
Assists and participates on special planning projects by conducting research, gathering data and providing general analysis.
Assists in the preparation and presentation of planning data in graphic and/or written format.
Gathers, compiles, and uses data for analysis; makes recommendations and presentations at the staff level at various review committees, boards, and council meetings.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Planner – Long-Range
Processes petitions for annexation, land use amendments, re-zonings, and amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Community Development Code.
Prepares technical reports, ordinances, and Community Development Board and City Council agenda items and presents items.
Reviews requests for consistency with the Comprehensive Plan and Community Development Code, with the Countywide Plan rules and state statutes.
Assists with community engagement as part of planning and transportation plans and projects and presents to community and business groups.
Planner –

Development Review
Reviews and analyzes development applications and projects (site plans, architectural elevations, civil and landscape plans) for consistency with all applicable adopted plans, codes and standards; conducts field studies; identifies any issues for discussion and prepares planning comments as part of Development Review Committee.
Conducts zoning reviews and provides follow up on building permits and business tax receipts.

Senior Planner Long-Range
Performs and manages complex and sensitive professional planning projects, research and analysis.
Assists with the preparation of project scopes and manages the work of consultants related to planning.
Processes petitions for annexation, land use amendments, zoning atlas amendments, development agreements, and amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Community Development Code.
Develops special area plans, prepares technical reports, ordinances, Community Development Board and City Council agenda items; ensures all amendments are consistent with the Countywide Plan for Pinellas County and state statutes.
Develops and coordinates public involvement strategies, presents to community and business groups and engages the community as part of plans and projects.
Senior Planner – Development Review
Processes, reviews and provides follow up on a wide variety of permits and development applications, including residential dwellings, hotels, and other site plan review applications, business tax receipts, temporary uses, docks, fences, landscape plans, signs, plats, and lot splits.
Independently reviews and analyzes planning applications and projects for consistency with all applicable adopted plans, codes and standards; identifies any issues and utilizes independent judgment to make recommendations regarding approval and potential resolutions.
Prepares staff reports and presents expert testimony for quasi-judicial hearings.

Minimum Qualifications
Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:
A valid State driver’s license is required.
AICP certification, CNU accreditation, PTP (Transportation Planner), and/or similar is preferred, but not required.

Education and Experience:
PLANNER: Bachelor’s Degree in Urban, City or Regional Planning, Urban Design, Architecture, or related field AND one (1) year of experience in development services or planning at the local government level; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
SENIOR PLANNER:
Bachelor’s Degree in Urban, City or Regional Planning, Urban Design, Architecture, or related field AND eight (8) years of experience in development services, planning, or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Supplemental Information
Knowledge of –
Principles and practices of city planning, zoning, land use, land development regulations, architecture and urban design, form based and performance based codes, and familiarity with new urbanism principles
Comprehensive plan, community development code, and state statutes
NACTO and AASHTO design guides for urban streets, bikeways, and bike/ped facilities (Transportation Planner)
Report development and presentation
General office policies and procedures
Computers and general office equipment

Skill in –
Reviewing plans and recommending changes and updates
Analyzing data and applying information to zoning, urban design, and other planning activities
Reading and reviewing site plan documents, including surveys, civil and architectural drawings, and landscape plans
Project management; managing time and project load appropriately
Monitoring permitting and application status
Communicating effectively, verbally and in writing, with strong public speaking and presentation skills
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
Operating a computer and related software including Microsoft Office 365; experience with SharePoint and GIS preferred

The Stantec Community Development group is seeking a full-time Resilience Planner who will bring energy and creativity to Stantec’s growing resilience practice. Your work supporting development of forward-looking resilience plans and vulnerability assessments will compliment Stantec’s multi-disciplinary technical expertise in building communities that thrive in the wake of hazards, shocks, and stressors, including the impacts of a changing climate.

In this role, your strong understanding of comprehensive planning, land development regulations, and design guidelines will contribute to advancing community resilience, hazard mitigation, and climate adaptation. You will also support vulnerability assessments and stakeholder engagement to help communities understand, communicate, and reduce their current and future climate and hazard vulnerabilities. You will be responsible for supporting exceptional deliverables through project life cycles, achieving client satisfaction, and maintaining profitability for the projects we execute.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data to support delivery of community resilience planning efforts including, but not limited to hazard mitigation planning, climate adaptation planning, risk assessments, disaster resilience and recovery, and urban/regional planning
• Assist with development of clear and compelling plans, reports, and other deliverables through creative and technical writing, document management, research, and assessment
• Develop graphics and maps to support narrative information
• Support public and stakeholder outreach and engagement efforts using a range of techniques to promote inclusive engagement (e.g., presentations, charettes, workshops, surveys, canvassing, etc.)
• Research and advise on community resilience planning best practices, standards, and guidance
• Interact with and develop excellent relations with clients and stakeholders
• Be an active member of the team and passionate about the mission of reducing the impacts of disasters and climate change

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Self-motivated and passionate about supporting communities in building resilience to climate change, economic disruptions, and natural and human-caused hazards.
• Excellent creative and technical writing skills
• Skilled in graphic design and creating visually engaging documents.
• Strong time management, critical thinking, problem solving, and organization skills.
• A task-oriented team player, who can grasp new concepts quickly, support simultaneous tasks, and work independently.
• Experience in developing long-range plans (comprehensive, small area, hazard mitigation, etc.)
• Experience with developing land use regulations and design guidelines
• Knowledge of federal and state emergency management, climate, disaster, and resilience-related laws and regulations (including floodplain management), as well as best practice standards and guidance
• Knowledge of federal grant funding programs for resilience projects
• Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in planning, public policy, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional planning experience preferred.

Mid-Carolina Regional Council seeks a highly motivated, team oriented professional to join the Mid-Carolina Team as a Planner I in the Council’s Local Government Services Department. This position offers a unique environment for individuals to develop and expand upon their professional skills in various areas of Planning to serve member governments. The Planner I position will assist member governments in land use planning, zoning and subdivision administration, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), short and long-range planning projects, grant administration, and more.

With offices in Fayetteville, Mid-Carolina Regional Council is a voluntary coalition of local governments and functions as a multi-county planning, development, and human services organization. The Council reaches across county and municipal borders to provide technical assistance to our local governments and to administer programs that benefit our region’s citizens. The Council’s mission is to provide creative regional solutions to relevant and emerging issues in Cumberland, Harnett, and Sampson Counties, North Carolina while providing a standard of excellence in the delivery of federal, state, and regional services for our communities.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Public Administration, Geography or a comparable field, have a working knowledge of NC planning legislation, understand governmental procedures, have the ability to deploy GIS resources, be experienced with project management, and hold the ability to effectively interact with elected officials, appointed officials, the Council’s strategic partners, and the region’s citizens. All candidates with a combination of education and experience that provides the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities to effectively perform as the Planner I are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Preference will be given to those with 1-2 years of local government experience and certification as a Certified Zoning Official (CZO), or the ability to obtain certification within 1 year of employment.

Mid-Carolina Regional Council offers a hybrid and flexible work schedule. Salary will be competitive and based on experience, with a hiring range of $48,151 – $60,000 annually. An excellent benefit package will be provided.

Interested professionals should email a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to Haley Hogg, Mid-Carolina Regional Council, at hhogg@mccog.org. Please note, only electronic application materials emailed to Haley Hogg will be accepted for this position.

Mid-Carolina Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Council does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered byappropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Please feel free to email Haley Hogg at hhogg@mccog.org with questions or for additional information pertaining to this position.

Greetings DCRP:

This job is a fantastic opportunity to join an innovative organization to help make an immediate impact on the affordable housing crisis throughout Vermont’s rural and urban localities. You will have the opportunity to learn about development risk analysis and underwriting on the job through collaborating with experienced colleagues, while taking responsibility for supporting the closing, construction and completion of affordable multifamily projects that VHCB funds. You will get exposure to a range of different affordable housing types, from large LIHTC developments to low-barrier shelters to shared equity homeownership. Since its founding in the late 1980s, VHCB is a unique quasi-governmental organization that continues to thoughtfully merge the issues of conservation and development to support our statutory mission.

I am a DCRP alum (’07) and would love to speak to anyone who is interested in learning more. Email me at e.phillips@vhcb.org. Instructions for applying for the job are on our website.

Be part of a creative team in a dynamic & diverse region!

Who We Seek:
Centralina Regional Council seeks a graduate student with experience and interest in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to support a regional data collection and analysis initiative in the position of GIS ANALYST INTERN.

Our Organization:
Centralina Regional Council is an innovative regional planning agency located in Charlotte, NC with a membership that includes 60+ local governments throughout the Greater Charlotte Region. Centralina works with individual communities and leads major projects that transcend local and regional boundaries. Our mission is to lead regional collaboration and spark local action to expand opportunity and improve quality of life. Learn more about our work at www.centralina.org.

The Centralina Team:
Centralina strives to provide an inclusive, creative and supportive work environment for its employees. Centralina’s staff of 50+ individuals serve as subject-matter experts to ensure our organization is able to meet critical business needs and is responsive to the needs of communities across our region. Centralina’s staff of friendly, talented and professional individuals helps ensure Centralina remains a trusted source of data and analysis that informs decision makers and calls attention to important trends. Centralina is a great place to work, learn and grow in your career!

The GIS Analyst Intern will work primarily under the Regional Planning Department. Centralina Regional Planning helps local governments create places of lasting value by developing comprehensive and mutually beneficial solutions, and by engaging the region and local communities to strengthen relationships and bring communities together.

Description of the Work:
In the greater Charlotte region, the Metrolina CommunityViz Model (MCM) has served as a visualization of the interaction between land use and transportation planning and policy for the last decade. Every four years, local governments and transportation planning organizations work together to update the MCM with current land use and population data. Centralina Regional Council facilitates collaboration between communities across the region to develop consistent, verified regional population and employment data in an effort to increase efficiencies, integrate land use policy with transportation decision-making, and capture an accurate picture of growth in our region. Outputs from the MCM are used to forecast future demand on transportation infrastructure and inform the prioritization of transportation projects and funding in rural, suburban and urban communities across the region, underscoring the importance of incorporating consistent and comprehensive regional data.

The GIS Analyst Intern will support the Centralina Regional Planning team in leading the regional process to collect, create and confirm local datasets. The position will involve the collection, organization, categorization and analysis of geospatial data, using up-to-date aerial imagery as a reference. Specific job duties will include:

Assisting with the collection and organization of county tax parcels and other GIS data layers from local governments and outside agencies.
Coding tax parcels for development status (developed, undeveloped, underdeveloped, agriculture, etc.).
Coding tax parcels to one of twenty-five Community Types (form-based land use).
Using geospatial data to create maps for reference and analysis.
Other GIS-related activities.
Depending on the selected intern’s availability, abilities and interests, opportunities also exist to support in-person and virtual engagement activities with regional stakeholders (local land use planners, transportation planners and developers).
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Qualified applicants will be proficient in several or all of the following areas and demonstrate curiosity and a strong desire to learn:

Strong skills in quantitative and qualitative analysis, research and communication.
Experience manipulating, analyzing, visualizing and interpreting spatial data.
Strong understanding of GIS concepts and functions, and familiarity with ArcGIS.
Detail-oriented and excellent organizational skills.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
Proficiency in visual communications and storytelling (experience with Adobe Creative Suite is a plus).
Position Details:
The GIS Analyst Intern will have a flexible work schedule, averaging 20 hours per week, between May 2023 and December 2023 (with the possibility of extension through May 2024). This position reports to the Centralina Senior Director and is eligible for compensation of up to $19 per hour based on experience.

Applicants must be able to perform work from the Centralina Regional Council office (10735 David Taylor Dr, Charlotte, NC) for the duration of at least one academic term. For example:

Applicants attending school outside of the Centralina region will be expected to work in-person during the summer and will be able to perform work remotely from school during the semester.
Applicants attending school within the Centralina region will be permitted to begin the internship remotely over the summer with the expectation that they will perform work in-person once in the region for the semester.

Who Should Apply?
Applicants meeting the following criteria are strongly encouraged to apply for this position:

Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, Information Technology/Systems, Planning, Public Policy, Public Administration, Transportation, Environmental Studies, or another related field.
Applicants enrolled in a master’s program in a related field are preferred.
Advanced undergraduate candidates may be considered if able to demonstrate advanced proficiency in GIS.
How to Apply:
Interested individuals are encouraged to send a resume and cover letter to: admin@centralina.org with “GIS Analyst Internship” in the subject line.

Deadline: Applications accepted until March 31, 2023, with rolling interviews. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply early. EOE.