Assistant Planning Director: Driving Growth & Impact

City of Norman; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Norman is seeking an experienced Planning Director to lead the Planning and Community Development Department, guiding long-range and current planning, zoning administration, and development review.

This leadership role requires a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred), 5–7 years municipal planning experience, and 5+ years of supervisory work, with strong GIS, budgeting and public‑engagement skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Geography, or closely related field.
• Five to seven years of progressively responsible municipal planning experience and at least five years of supervisory or management experience.
• AICP certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leadership, administration and professional growth of the Planning and Community Development Department.
• Supervise Current Planning, Long-Range Planning, and CDBG functions.
• Oversee review of rezonings, plats, planned developments, special use permits, variances, and development applications.
• Coordinate implementation of the Comprehensive Plan, transportation planning, housing initiatives, and redevelopment projects.
• Prepare reports, ordinances and presentations for City Council and advisory boards.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate planning staff; coordinate interdepartmental review of development proposals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

GIS

Job description

The City of Norman is seeking an experienced Planning Director to lead the Planning and Community Development Department, guiding long-range and current planning, zoning administration, and development review.

This leadership role requires a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred), 5–7 years municipal planning experience, and 5+ years of supervisory work, with strong GIS, budgeting and public‑engagement skills.