Regional Planner

The Piedmont Triad Regional Council is hiring! Consider a move to Kernersville situated between Greensboro, Winston-Salem and High Point.  We would like to know what you can bring to our team working on regional planning.  The information below can be accessed by search out jobs page:  https://www.ptrc.org/about/job-openings-careers .  The position application is also directly linked below.

The Piedmont Triad Regional Council (PTRC) seeks an independent operator for the position of Regional Planner. The PTRC is the lead regional organization for the 12 counties of the Piedmont Triad of North Carolina. Primary duties include providing services to member governments in the area of land development planning and zoning administration. Includes assisting with public engagement and plan development and the update of zoning ordinances. Additional duties may include work on environmental initiatives including air and water quality and support of transportation, greenway and open space preservation planning. Employee will be responsible for collecting, maintaining, and providing information on planning projects for member governments, governmental agencies and the general public. Individual may provide technical assistance with grant writing and project management. Employee will occasionally work with an intern and/or volunteer to carry out these services.

Job posting will close at 11:59 pm on March 24, 2021.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in planning or a related field with minimum of 5 years’ experience in planning or related field. Candidates can distinguish themselves with a Master’s or AICP certification. An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Individual must have a general knowledge of local and regional planning principles and practices, along with intermediate knowledge of ArcGIS systems and software including basic data processing using Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). Successful candidate will possess the ability to work independently; review information for accuracy and consistency; interpret regulations; determine when to seek guidance from superiors; and possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Position requires superb verbal and written communication skills to interact with a variety of individuals including co-workers, local government staff, granting agencies, general public, and elected officials. Successful candidate must pass organization’s pre-employment drug screen and organization’s background screening process. Valid NC driver’s license required. Travel throughout 12-county region is required to carry out program duties. Other travel may be required on occasion.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: The Piedmont Triad Regional Council is the Lead Regional Organization that collaborates with the local leaders of the 12 county Piedmont Triad region to implement creative regional solutions with the mission to improve the lives of the community. The PTRC accomplishes its mission through seven programs that include the Area Agency on Aging, Criminal Justice Systems Administration, Economic Development, Community Development, Management Services, Regional Planning, and Workforce Development. The PTRC hires and retains staff that is at the top of their field. See why our employees love working at the PTRC.