Senior Planner

The City of Hickory’s Planning and Development Department is currently seeking to fill the position of Senior Planner.  For doers and makers seeking a well-rounded community, Hickory is a bridge between Asheville and Charlotte at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains along Interstate 40, where a collective spirit of craftsmanship strengthens any endeavor with detail, artistry and quality.

Hickory, North Carolina, is a three-time All-America City on the Catawba River approximately one hour east of Asheville and one hour north of Charlotte. More than 40,000 residents call Hickory their home and Hickory is the hub of a 350,000 metropolitan area. Hickory has outstanding school systems, seven recreation facilities, two libraries, several golf courses, theaters, art museums, and eighteen gorgeous parks. Beautiful Lake Hickory is over 4,000 acres and has many public access areas. Please check out Hickory at www.hickorync.gov/employment or www.hickorywellcrafted.com for a web portal all about Hickory and the surrounding areas and
what makes Hickory a “Well Crafted” City.

This position is responsible for assisting with the administration of planning and development activities for the City. Position requires a M.A. or B.A. in Planning, Landscape Architecture, Geography, or a closely related field and 3 to 5 years of professional experience. AICP and CZO certification preferred, or the ability to attain.

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Provides customer service; provides information regarding regulatory matters.
• Meets with developers and property owners to provide guidance and advice regarding standards and procedures; reviews and approves commercial and residential building site plans for compliance with zoning ordinances; reviews zoning compliance applications for existing buildings that change occupant or use; reviews signage permits.
• Conducts staff reports and preparation of analysis and recommendations regarding rezoning, special uses and other development related petitions and requests.
• Provides staff support to various City appointed advisory committees, boards and neighborhood associations.
• Presents analyses and recommendations to the Hickory Regional Planning Commission, Hickory Board of Adjustment, Hickory City Council and other relevant bodies.
• Provides collaborative review input regarding property subdivision, planned developments, and site plans.
• Serves as professional staff to the City’s Historic Preservation Commission.
• Reviews and makes determinations concerning applications for zoning compliance permits.

KNOWLEDGE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of planning, zoning, land use, development, and historic preservation.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of long-range planning, area planning, and neighborhood planning.
• Knowledge of and ability to use GIS.
• Ability to learn and become familiar with the City’s ordinances and land use regulations.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: http://hickorync.gov/employment

OUR OFFICE IS LOCATED AT:
76 North Center Street
Hickory, NC 28603
828-323-7421