Senior City Planner — Shape Urban Growth & Policy

City of Mandan, ND; Mandan (ND); On-site; USD 98,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Mandan is seeking a City Planner to lead the Planning Department, guiding land use and transportation planning efforts in the community. The role requires coordinating staff and working with consultants on plans, grants, and code amendments.

Responsibilities include presenting staff reports and ordinances, managing GIS data, and representing the city in regional planning activities. Bachelor's degree and AICP certification are preferred, with a valid path to these credentials.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of land use and transportation planning principles.
• Knowledge of GIS software.
• Knowledge of legal principles as related to municipal planning.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in reviewing plans and specifications.
• Skill in development and update of land use and transportation plans.
• Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and manages the operations of the City Planning Department to ensure efficiency and strategic alignment of the City’s goals.
• Prepares amendments to the Mandan Code of Ordinances and to the Land Use and Transportation Plan.
• Serves as primary contact for development inquiries related to land use entitlement processes such as rezoning, variances, land use amendments, subdivision plats, etc.
• Writes staff reports consolidating department and agency comments with recommendations.
• Works with consultants on plans, studies, grants, etc.
• Prepares and presents staff reports, resolutions, and ordinances to relevant commissions and boards.
• Manages geographic information system (GIS) data to prepare maps and conduct analysis.
• Facilitates other special projects such as real estate sales, grant development, etc.
• Represents the city as a member of the Metropolitan Planning Organization.
• Develops and oversees department budget.
• Performs related duties.

Skills

Interpersonal relations

Oral and written communication

Public interaction

Supervisory ability

Education

Baccalaureate degree in related field

AICP certification

Certified Floodplain Manager certification (preferred)

Tools

GIS software

Maps & GIS analysis

Job description

The City of Mandan is seeking a City Planner to lead the Planning Department, guiding land use and transportation planning efforts in the community. The role requires coordinating staff and working with consultants on plans, grants, and code amendments.

Responsibilities include presenting staff reports and ordinances, managing GIS data, and representing the city in regional planning activities. Bachelor's degree and AICP certification are preferred, with a valid path to these credentials.