Planner

Description:

The Town Planner is responsible for assuring effective management of Town affairs and operations. The Planner oversees Town planning, permitting, zoning, activities, projects and provides information to the Town Administrator/Clerk, employees, volunteers, and citizens. This non-exempt position requires 35 hours per week and some work on nights and weekends, as necessary.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities: The successful candidate will have a thorough knowledge of public sector management principles, policies, and practices; the ability to interpret and apply municipal policies and procedures, Town ordinances and Federal and State statutes. Ability to plan, organize, supervise, and inspect the work of professional, technical and support personnel; ability to delegate responsibility. Ability to prepare and present technical and statistical reports; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, Town officials, the business community, the public, and State, Regional and Federal officials.
Education and/or experience: Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Public Administration or a related field, with Master’s degree preferred; five years senior management and/or planning experience (preferably in municipal government); OR any equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities.