Planner, Construction, Civil Engineering

What You'll Be Doing

Wake County Planning & Development Services is seeking a Planner I to join the County team as a permanent full-time employee. The position performs basic to moderately professional-level planning by administering the Unified Development Ordinance, conducting professional studies, research, analysis, and report writing on planning, subdivision, and zoning issues, and interpreting and enforcing zoning and subdivision laws. The role includes regular project management responsibilities under general direction.

This role includes efforts in the office, in the field, and at other work venues as needed.

Essential functions will include:

• Performs data gathering and analysis with GIS and software programs and prepares staff reports and presentations for fellow staff and supervisors.
• Present reports to County Planning Board and Board of Adjustment.
• Other duties as assigned by the Land Development Administrator.
• Occasional special projects as assigned in the administration or long‑range planning divisions.
• Researches and prepares data and reports for current planning staff on subdivisions, zoning, and land‑use issues where indicated.

This position works Monday through Friday (excluding holidays) 8:30 AM – 5:15 PM. The schedule may be adjusted based on organizational needs and may include work in the office, field, and other venues. During the first year of employment, the employee will be in-office full time. There may be capacity for remote work on occasion after the first year.

This position works within Wake County Planning & Development Services. Current Planning is an award-winning organization that is recognized in the industry and within the County. Professional development is a staple, supported by staff credentials, industry participation, and publication opportunities. The organization is service-driven and focused on delivery and process improvement.

• Bachelor's degree in Planning, Landscape Architecture, or a related field.
• No specific experience required.
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted.

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

• Master’s degree in urban and regional planning, geography, landscape architecture, environmental science, or public administration.
• Two years of extensive development review experience supported by GIS capabilities (iMaps preferred) and professional certification or licensure as a Planner (AICP), Zoning Official (CZO), or Landscape Architect (PLA); experience with multi‑agency reviews through the permitting process.

• Strong communication skills, verbal and written.
• Strong analytical ability.
• Conversant with development review.
• Knowledge of the development continuum.
• Sound judgment.
• Ability to navigate organizational and process dynamics.

Location:

WCOB Raleigh, NC 27602

Employment Type:

Regular

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday 8:30 AM – 5:15 PM

Hiring Range: $26.54 – $41.59

Market Range: 26.54 – 41.59

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Position may require a background check that may include criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or other checks based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.