Land Development Planning Specialist

Township-of-Lower-Merio; Ardmore (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lower Merion Township seeks a planning professional to review land development plans, maps, and permit applications for completeness and compliance with township codes. The role coordinates reviews with outside agencies and prepares SALDO-related materials.

The position involves extensive customer inquiries, agenda preparation, and maintaining department records. A strong background in urban planning principles and PA MPC is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with five years of increasingly responsible land use planning experience.
• Associate degree in urban planning or related field with three years of experience.
• Bachelor's degree in urban planning or related field with one year of experience.
• Must pass pre-employment physical and possess a valid driver's license.
• Experience with raster and vector graphics editing software preferred.
• Knowledge of planning principles, urban design and land use laws.
• Knowledge of Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code (Act 247).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and related software.

Responsibilities

• Review and track applications, permits and plans for completeness and compliance with township codes.
• Disseminate public information and facilitate reviews with outside agencies.
• Process land development plans and land disturbance permits; manage escrow deposits and fees.
• Prepare agendas and minutes for commissions and committees.
• Coordinate with SALDO application information and distribution to review bodies.
• Assist customers with products and services such as rain barrels and compost bins.
• Respond to inquiries about development regulations and procedures.

Skills

Planning principles

Urban design

Land use laws

MPC Act 247

Microsoft Office

Maps & plans interpretation

Communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in urban planning

Bachelor's degree in urban planning

Tools

Raster graphics editing

Vector graphics editing

Job description

Lower Merion Township seeks a planning professional to review land development plans, maps, and permit applications for completeness and compliance with township codes. The role coordinates reviews with outside agencies and prepares SALDO-related materials.

The position involves extensive customer inquiries, agenda preparation, and maintaining department records. A strong background in urban planning principles and PA MPC is essential.