Regional Planner

American Planning Association Massachusetts Chapter; Middlesex (VT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Northern Middlesex Council of Government is seeking a Regional Planner to work with municipalities to turn community goals into implementable strategies. This hands-on role involves engaging with local officials and translating data and policy into clear, actionable recommendations.

You will contribute to projects shaping housing, transportation, land use, sustainability, and economic development across the region, collaborating across disciplines to support smart growth in Middlesex County.

Responsibilities

• Turn community goals into implementable planning strategies.
• Work with municipalities and local officials to translate data and policy into recommendations.
• Contribute to housing, transportation, land use, sustainability and economic development projects across the region.

Job description

Regional Planner - Northern Middlesex Council of Government

October 28, 2026 by APA-MA Administrator

Salary: $65,000 to $80,000

NMCOG is seeking to fill a new Regional Planner position. The Regional Planner works directly with municipalities to turn community goals into implementable strategies. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys tackling a variety of planning topics, working closely with local officials, and translating data and policy into clear, actionable recommendations. You’ll contribute to projects that shape housing, transportation, land use, sustainability, and economic development across the region. A full job description and qualifications are available at www.nmcog.org/jobs