Assistant Planning Director

American Planning Association Ohio Chapter; Seri Kembangan; On-site; USD 77,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking an Assistant Planning Director to support the Planning Department in various functions, from overseeing staff to ensuring public engagement in urban development. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree, AICP certification, and relevant urban planning experience to guide the city’s Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Code.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Participation in retirement system

Paid leave time

Qualifications

• Five years of progressive responsibility and experience in urban planning required.
• AICP certification is mandatory or achievable within two years of employment.
• Preferred supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and directing departmental policies and operations.
• Oversee functions of the Planning Department in the absence of the Director.
• Develop policies and work performance for department success.

Skills

Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships

Statistical data tools

Preparing clear and concise written reports

Collecting and analyzing demographic statistics

GIS usage

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor’s degree in planning or related field

Master’s degree in planning or related field

AICP certification

Job description

The Assistant Planning Director will work under the discretion of the Director of Planning and will assist in planning, assigning, directing , and reviewing the activities of planning staff engaged in the compilation, analysis and interpretation of data and policies in the Planning Department. Acts as the Department Director in the absence of the Director.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in planning or related field and at least five (5) years of progressive responsibility and experience in the urban planning field; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Has obtained American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification; or will obtain within two years of employment. A Master’s degree in planning or related field, and supervisory experience are preferred.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

•Assist in planning, evaluating, and directing departmental policies, programs, and operations.

•Oversee the functions of the Planning Department and Zoning Division in the absence of the Director of Planning.

•Prepares and implements department/division budgets and makes procedural and operations recommendations to the Planning Director.

•Works with the staff in the formulation and administration of the City’s Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Code.

•Provides assistance and information to the public regarding requirements for development.

•Assist in developing policies, methods, procedures, and work performance for the successful operation of the department.

•May meet with executive staff to discuss the status of projects, programs, plans, resolve problems and related issues affecting the department.

•Creates procedures and techniques to gather necessary planning data to implement the city’s comprehensive plan recommendation strategies and protect-specific needs.

•Works with Economic Development Administrator and Community Development Administrator to resolve issues and assist with work activities.

•Respond to and follow up on all requests received from citizens, elected officials, agencies, City employees and/or general public on an as needed basis.

•Utilize GIS to provide mapping as needed.

•Reviews plans and prepares staff reports for city commissions and boards.

•Overseas daily operation of the Zoning Division.

•Perform all other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: (*Indicates developed after employment)

Knowledge of: Principles of community and urban planning; Federal and State laws related to planning and urban development; planning, mapping, and graphic techniques; and techniques used to prepare, monitor and update a long-range comprehensive plan.

Skill in: Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City employees and the public; applying statistical data tools; preparing clear and concise written reports; collecting, tabulating, and analyzing demographic statistics; prioritizing tasks and work assignments; and drafting cartography, preparation of visual materials used in City planning operations and group presentations; and skills using GIS, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Ability to: Explain and enforce City policies; write a wide variety of planning related documents; read and interpret construction drawings, site plans and city ordinances; exercise good judgment, tact, and diplomacy in all public interaction; speak and maintain public confidence and interest, and exercise appropriate confidentiality.

Compensation and Benefits

The Assistant Director pay grade range is $77,688 to $116,522. The City offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS), optional 457 plan participation, and paid leave time.

How to Apply

Attach your cover letter and resume or email these documents to [e-mail] . Applications will be accepted through July 25, 2025.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Green is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. We will provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request.

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