We are seeking a motivated Planner I to join the City’s Community Development team. This new position offers the opportunity to contribute to a variety of planning and permitting projects while working with City departments, community members, and other stakeholders.

The Planner I will work closely with the Community Development Director and the Board of Adjustment and Appeals. The role also supports special projects across City departments and coordinates activities with citizen groups, other jurisdictions, and City teams. This position is primarily office-based.

The hiring salary range is $77,518.00- $93,000.00. The deadline to apply is Friday, December 11, 2026, with the anticipation of filling the position in January 2027. For the full job description, please visit: Planner I

Key Responsibilities

• Provide professional guidance on zoning and subdivision regulations, development review, wireless communication facilities, and related Municipal Code matters. Communicate respectfully, efficiently, accurately, and consistently in writing and verbally.

• Support the Community Development Director in evaluating the current Master Plan, preparing implementation progress reports, and developing special plans or updates identified in the Master Plan.

• Prepare agendas and staff memoranda for the Board of Adjustment and Appeals regarding variance applications and other City business. Attend Board meetings, which are generally held in the evening.

• Respond to customer inquiries about zoning, subdivisions, development review, and code requirements with accurate and consistent information.

• Support the Community Development Permit Technician by helping answer phone calls and process building permit applications.

• Maintain departmental records, including organizing and digitizing historic documents. Create and update departmental handouts and respond to questions about them.

• Coordinate with the Community Development Director to administer contracts for building code review, inspection, and City engineering services, ensuring compliance with City codes, policies, and customer service standards.

• Draft and manage requests for proposals (RFPs) for building and engineering consultants and other projects as assigned by the Community Development Director.

• Coordinate and host the City’s annual contractor meeting.

• Process and review assigned land use applications. Check applications for completeness, route them to referral agencies, gather required information, coordinate with applicants, verify compliance with applicable requirements, and prepare staff analyses and recommendations.

• Process and review assigned building permit applications. Check applications for completeness, route them to referral agencies, gather required information, coordinate with applicants, verify compliance with applicable requirements, and approve permits when requirements are met.

Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and methods of zoning, subdivision, urban planning, and development review.

• Understanding of constitutional principles and legislative requirements that affect municipal planning, development, and building regulations.

• Ability to apply knowledge of economics, law, municipal finance, and sociology to planning work.

• Proficiency with computers, information systems, word processing software, and geographic information systems (GIS).

• Ability to read and interpret floodplain maps, floodplain development permits, site plans, and basic architectural drawings.

• Ability to use tact, discretion, initiative, independent judgment, and conflict resolution skills.

• Ability to prepare clear and accurate reports, letters, and memoranda using appropriate grammar, punctuation, and style.

• Ability to analyze problems, identify potential solutions, assess the consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of organizational goals.

• Ability to read and interpret business and professional publications, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.

• Strong listening and communication skills, including the ability to explain information and ideas to property owners, contractors, elected and appointed officials, colleagues, and the public.

• Ability to safely and lawfully operate a motor vehicle.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning or a related field from an accredited college or university, or equivalent work experience, is required.

• Master’s degree in urban planning or a closely related field is preferred.

• Prior experience is not required for candidates with a master’s degree. One to three years of experience with a Bachelor's degree is required, planning experience in a government setting is required.

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed primarily in an office environment, with occasional public-facing activities and outdoor events.

• Occasional travel within the City and attendance at evening or weekend meetings or events may be required.

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and lift materials weighing up to 25 pounds.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• City paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability insurance.

• Retirement savings plan.

• Paid time off and holiday benefits.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• Link to the City's benefits guide.