Senior Planner

Belmont; Belmont (NC); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Belmont is seeking a Civil/Urban Planner to perform responsible planning work in land use and zoning administration. The role involves reviewing applications, preparing reports, and advising on development regulations. You will help maintain the Comprehensive Plan and participate in public meetings.

The position requires a Bachelor's in planning or related field, with five years of experience; a driver’s license and AICP certification are strongly preferred. Occasional remote work is permitted.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in planning, public administration, architecture, geography or a closely related field.
• Senior Planners require five years of progressively responsible planning experience; Master’s may reduce experience.
• Must possess or obtain NC driver’s license within four months; at least one planning certification; AICP certification is preferred.
• Knowledge of ArcGIS Pro, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to communicate clearly, work independently or in a team, and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and respond to project applications for compliance and optimization.
• Write and present formal and technical reports and planning documents.
• Develop and update ordinances and land development regulations.
• Assist with Comprehensive Plan updates and zoning inspections.
• Attend public meetings in evenings and assist staff with varied duties.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Planning principles

Time management

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in planning

Masters in Urban Planning (preferred)

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Job Details:

Job Location: CityWorks Building - Belmont, NC, Salary Range: $61186.00 - $97898.00Salary,S A L A R Y R A N G E : $ 61,186 - $ 97,898

General Statement of Duties: An employee in this class performs responsible and technically difficult work in the areas of land use planning and zoning regulations; performs related duties as required.

D I S T I N G U S H I N G F E A T U R E S

• Review, analyze, and respond to project applications, ensuring compliance with ordinances and standards and making recommendations that balance and optimize the needs of all users and of the community at large. (ie. plats, permits, site plans, variance requests and rezonings)
• Writes and presents formal and technical reports, working papers, and correspondence.
• Writes, or assists in writing, a variety of ordinances and regulations relating to development controls.
• Assists with updates and maintenance of Comprehensive Plan and land development regulations.
• Attend and present at public meetings (evenings), assisting other planning staff as appropriate.
• Responds to questions from the public regarding zoning and plan review matters.
• Serve as a mentor to other Planners and Planning Technicians, including not limited to assistance with site plan reviews, text amendments, and zoning inspections.

Q U A L I F I C A T I O N S: R E Q U I R E D K N O W L E D G E , S K I L L S , A N D A B I L I T I E S

• bility to communicate verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner.
• Knowledge of current planning and design principles, practices, trends, regulations, standards and measurements. principles and practices of municipal planning and local government administration.
• Knowledge of State and local laws relating to planning and land use regulations.
• Knowledge in the use of ArcGIS Pro, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to exercise good organization and time management skills; work effectively with a diverse group of customers such as developers, design professionals, contractors, and citizens.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment; problem solve and apply creativity in decision making.

A C C E P T A B L E E X P E R I E N C E

This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in planning, public administration, architecture, geography or a closely related field. Senior Planners should have five years of progressively responsible experience in planning and policy. A minimum of three years experience may be considered for applicants with a Masters in Urban Planning , Public Administration, or other related field.

C E R T I F I C A T E S , L I C E N S E , R E G I S T R A T I O N S

Must possess, or have the ability to obtain, a North Carolina driver’s license within four months. At least one planning-related certification is required, additional preferred. Senior Planners must possess, or have the ability to obtain, AICP certification in less than one year.

P H Y S I C A L D E M A N D S

Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to feel, handle or operate objects, tools or controls and to reach with hands and arms. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee may be required to push, pull, lift and/or carry 25 pounds.

W O R K E N V I R O N M E N T

The work environment is an indoor office with a moderately quiet noise level. Employee must be able to attend meetings at various sites within the City and periodic night meetings. Occasional remote work is permitted.