Planner II

LOCATION: City of Pasco, WA (on-site)
SALARY: $ – $ Annually depending on qualifications JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Regular UNION STATUS: Non-Union FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt WORK SCHEDULE: Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm (Hybrid available)
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

Join one of Washington’s fastest‑growing communities and help shape the future of a dynamic, diverse city! As a Planner II with the City of Pasco, your work will directly contribute to smart, sustainable development—balancing growth with livability, affordability, and long‑range vision.

As a Planner II, you will assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive and land‑development plans to guide both current and long‑range land use in the City. You will review land use applications, assess environmental impacts, and ensure compliance with the City’s Comprehensive Development Plan, municipal code, and state/local regulations. This role includes coordinating long‑term planning efforts (including water, sewer, and transportation) with development review, preparing detailed reports and analyses, and presenting findings to City Council, Planning Commission, and/or the Hearing Examiner.

You’ll also provide technical advice, respond to public inquiries, and support staff and community members through the development review process—all to ensure consistent, high‑quality growth in Pasco. Check out the Full Job Description here

• Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Geography, Public Administration, or related field.
• Three (3) years of professional land use planning, and/or private development experience or similar related experience, including preparation of technical reports and economic data collection.

• Valid Driver License

• Health & Wellness:
  Medical coverage available at tiered monthly rates based on plan selection and coverage level ($200 individual/$600 family). Dental coverage is available at $11.59/month and vision coverage at $6.54/month.
• Retirement Security:
  Participation in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (PERS), offering two plan options with employer contributions. Additional savings are available through the Mission Square deferred compensation plan with a 4% automatic employer pre‑tax contribution, plus employee contribution options.
• Life and Disability Insurance: $50,000 in basic life insurance paid by the City, with options for additional life and AD&D coverage. Long‑term disability insurance is also available.
• Paid Time Off:
  Generous leave policies with 12 vacation days in the first year (increasing with tenure), 11 paid holidays per year (10 scheduled, plus 1 floating holiday after probation), and sick leave accruing at 3.7 hours per pay period.
• Additional Perks:
  • Flexible scheduling options (subject to department approval)
  • Employee Assistance Program for counseling, legal, and financial services
  • Flexible Spending Plan for medical, dental, and childcare expenses

• Duties are primarily performed in an office environment while stationed at a desk using a computer.

If you’re seeking a fulfilling career that allows you to contribute to a thriving community and grow both personally and professionally, the City of Pasco is the place for you. Join us in shaping the future and making a real difference and APPLY HERE to submit your application! Please call or text HR at (509) 545‑3408 or email HR, with questions regarding employment opportunities with the City of Pasco.

• The City of Pasco is committed to supporting diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
• If your experience does not exactly match each and every qualification, apply anyways! You may be exactly what we are looking for!

The City of Pasco is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diverse workforce. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age (40 and over), marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the application and selection process upon request.

Individuals who require accommodation must notify the Human Resources Department at the time of application and prior to the closing date by calling 509‑545‑3408.