Senior Planner

Examples of Duties

• Employees supervise the daily activities and services of an assigned Planning Program/Area
• Develop work plans, objectives and target dates for the assigned program; prioritize work; identify program needs; ensure programs and activities comply with County programs and applicable State and/or federal requirements
• Participate on Departmental planning, goal setting, and budgeting
• Supervise program staff
• Perform a variety of duties associated with supervising staff to include hiring, assigning work, ensuring professional development and training, establishing performance standards, evaluating work, and providing guidance,
• Serve as a liaison to various local, State and federal agencies regarding assigned program
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from a college or university with a degree in urban or regional planning, geography, public administration, engineering, community development, or a related field, and four years of experience in governmental planning; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. Within 60 days of hire, must obtain and show proof of a valid NC Driver’s License and must maintain an acceptable driving record while employed. Driving is an essential function of this position. Background check and negative drug test are required.
• College transcripts may be submitted on-line via the attachment feature or mailed to Cumberland County Human Resources, 117 Dick St. Fayetteville, NC 28301. If selected for the position, a formal transcript will be required within 30 days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the County’s zoning, land use, and other ordinances and codes, especially in their assigned program area
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of community and economic development and public sector planning and/or landscape design
• Knowledge of governmental laws, programs, and services pertinent to the community and economic development and planning processes
• Knowledge of the environmental and socio-economic implications of the planning process
• Knowledge of GIS systems including application of software, hardware and peripherals to planning needs
• Skills in the collection, analysis, and presentation of technical data and planning recommendations
• Skills in conflict resolution, meeting facilitation, and public presentations
• Ability to supervise and provide constructive feedback
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community groups, federal, State, regional, County officials, and the general public
• Ability to prepare comprehensive reports and studies
• Ability to express ideas effectively. AICP certification is preferred.