Assistant Planning Director Department Planning Type Permanent - Full Time

Burlington Massachusetts; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Burlington seeks an Assistant Planning Director to guide community growth by leading planning efforts, developing innovative strategies, and ensuring compliance with regulations. This full-time role offers a salary range from $87,000 to $102,000 along with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Health and Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off - vacation, sick, personal, holiday

Pension Plan

Deferred Compensation Match

Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• 5 years professional planning experience, 3 years municipal preferred.
• Member of AICP desired.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a planning team in land use strategies and development plans.
• Prepare grant applications and manage consultant work.
• Review applications for compliance and provide technical advice.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

ArcGIS

cloud based permitting software

interpersonal skills

organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Geography or related

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

The Town of Burlington is seeking qualified applicants for the Assistant Planning Director. Join our team where you'll play a pivotal role in guiding the future of our town. Reporting to the Planning Director, you’ll lead a talented planning team in crafting and executing innovative land use strategies, development plans, and community policies. From shaping long-range visions to tackling current planning challenges, this is your chance to make a lasting impact on how our community grows and thrives.

Examples of work include:

• Participate in the preparation of amendments to the zoning bylaw and Planning Board Rules and Regulations Participates in long range planning efforts addressing transportation, housing, and land use
• Prepare grant applications in pursuit of long range planning efforts; grant administration; consultant management
• Attend Planning Board meetings; review meeting agenda; review Board decisions
• Review applications for compliance with municipal regulations, applicable laws, procedures, and deadlines
• Supervise the Development Coordinator in the management of the interdepartmental review of subdivision development applications, special permits, site plans, site plan waivers and lots not requiring approval
• Provide technical advice to Town Staff, Boards, Committees, and the public

Minimum qualifications include

• Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Geography or related (Master’s degree preferred)
• Minimum 5 years’ professional planning experience; minimum 3 years’ municipal planning experience preferred
• Member of the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) desired
• Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, ArcGIS and cloud based permitting software skills
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Valid driver’s license required

Full time, non-union position, 35 hours per week

Salary is within Grade 6 of the Administrative & Professional Compensation Plan, offering annual increases via step system. Pay range starts at $87,000 with the opportunity to advance to a max rate of $102,000, along with comprehensive and generous benefits.

Benefits include
Health and Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off - vacation, sick, personal, holiday
Pension Plan
Deferred Compensation Match
Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Applications received by May 30, 2025 will receive first consideration. Position will remain open until filled.