Planner, Government, Environmental​/ Urban Planning

Position Title: Planner I
Pay Grade: 28
Salary Range: $59,713-$92,556
Hiring Range: $59,713-$72,000
Position Type: Permanent Full-Time
Department: Planning
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

The Planner I ensures consistent and proper application of the town’s Unified Development Ordinance to projects submitted to the department for review and permitting. This position primarily deals with day-to-day permitting, minor and exempt subdivisions, and code/zoning enforcement.

• Review residential zoning permits, sign permits, exempt and minor subdivision plats, for conformance with the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) and modifications to the same.
• Provide technical assistance to citizens, developers, and at times, public officials regarding exempt and minor subdivision, zoning, and related matters.
• Respond to public via walk-in, telephone, and email.
• Processes and writes zoning compliance letters.
• Reviews and approves the majority of residential zoning applications.
• Performs final inspections of new residential developments and sign applications.
• Assists with code and zoning enforcement.
• Serves as backup clerk to the planning board.
• Collaborates with and assists other planning staff as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Ability to present the results of research effectively in oral, written, and graphic form.
• Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
• Ability to identify problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions that are in accordance with laws, ordinances, and established principles.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective, professional working relationships.
• Ability to act independently in carrying out specific tasks, which at the same time being able to participate in or coordinate team-oriented projects.

• Graduation from an accredited school with a bachelor’s degree in urban and Regional Planning, Urban Design, Geography, or closely related field and zero to two (0-2) or more years of related experience; or
• One (1) plus years of experience in local government, specifically within a planning department.
• Certified Zoning Official (CZO) certification preferred; eligible to sit for certification within one year of employment.
• Clerical/permitting experience preferred.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license.

• Work is performed primarily in an indoor office environment with occasional outdoor field inspections. May be required to lift and carry items weighing up to 10 pounds. A qualified applicant or employee with a disability may be afforded reasonable modifications to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.