Senior Municipal Planning Leader

Town of Berthoud - Berthoud, CO

Berthoud (CO)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

The Town of Berthoud, CO invites applications for a Planning Manager to oversee the Planning Division, guide land use reviews, and prepare agendas for Planning Commission and related boards. The role emphasizes transparent communication, community engagement, and long-range planning.

You will supervise planning staff, collaborate with the Community Development Director, and participate in regional planning initiatives, with occasional evening meetings for boards and committees.

Qualifications

5+ years of increasingly responsible planning experience in a municipal or county agency.
3+ years supervisory experience.
AICP certification or working toward it preferred.
Colorado Driver’s License is required.

Responsibilities

Serve as primary contact for developers and citizens regarding development and zoning questions.
Manage current planning caseload and balance workload between staff and consultants.
Interpret and apply codes and regulations including comprehensive plans and development codes.
Prepare staff reports and present to Planning Commission, Town Council, and other boards.

Skills

Team-player

Public hearings

Read plats

Planning terminology

Communication skills

Municipal planning

Critical thinking

GIS Esri

Education

Undergrad degree in Planning or related field

Master’s Degree in Planning or related field

AICP, with 2 years to acquire

Colorado Driver’s License

Job description

You will supervise planning staff, collaborate with the Community Development Director, and participate in regional planning initiatives, with occasional evening meetings for boards and committees.

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