Senior Planner: Lead Growth & Zoning Initiatives

Town of Clayton; Clayton (NC); In loco; USD 72.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The Town of Clayton is seeking a Senior Planner to manage current and long‑range planning projects, interpret the Unified Development Ordinance, review rezonings and site plans, and present findings to the Planning Board and Town Council.

Ideal candidates will mentor staff, coordinate with town departments and external agencies, and ensure high‑quality development aligned with community goals and growth in Clayton, NC.

Competenze

• Six years local government or private sector planning experience with a bachelor’s degree.
• AICP certification required within two years of employment.
• North Carolina Certified Zoning Official (CZO) required within two years of employment.
• Knowledge of North Carolina Statutes Chapter 160D and local government planning practices.

Mansioni

• Manage and review a variety of complex planning projects, including current planning, rezonings, and site plans.
• Prepare staff reports, agenda materials, and present to Planning Board, Town Council, and Board of Adjustment.
• Mentor staff and collaborate with internal and external agencies, developers, and the public.
• Review site plans for compliance with the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) and plans.
• Lead pre-application conferences and provide technical review comments during TRC processes.

Conoscenze

Urban planning

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

Public presentations

Stakeholder collaboration

Analytical thinking

Mentoring staff

Communication skills

Formazione

Bachelor's in urban/regional planning

Master's in urban/regional planning or related

AICP certification within 2 years

CZO certification within 2 years

Strumenti

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Descrizione del lavoro

The Town of Clayton is seeking a Senior Planner to manage current and long‑range planning projects, interpret the Unified Development Ordinance, review rezonings and site plans, and present findings to the Planning Board and Town Council.

Ideal candidates will mentor staff, coordinate with town departments and external agencies, and ensure high‑quality development aligned with community goals and growth in Clayton, NC.