Senior Planner - Zoning, Development & Public Hearing Lead

Town of Blacksburg; Blacksburg (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Blacksburg is seeking an experienced Senior Planner to lead planning and development review efforts. You will supervise staff, coordinate with multiple departments, and present technical information to Town Council and Planning Commission.

AICP and licensure expectations apply as part of professional development. Responsibilities include reviewing development proposals, preparing staff reports, and guiding interdepartmental committees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with coursework in planning, urban development, geography, or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience preferred.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews development applications in the public and administrative process.
• Leads the Development Review Committee, an interdepartmental staff committee.
• Produces technical staff reports for public hearing items and letters.
• Facilitates public meetings and presents to Town Council and Planning Commission.
• Reviews building permits for zoning compliance.
• Advises applicants; prepares staff reports and comment letters; prepares meeting agendas and follow-up documents.
• Responds to inquiries regarding planning topics; researches answers.
• Serves on Town and regional committees and task forces as needed.
• Reviews development projects of other jurisdictions.
• Participates in planning events as directed.
• Compiles year-end data with regard to total projects and deadlines.
• Supervises staff.

Skills

Planning principles

Analytical skills

Staff reports

Public presentations

Group facilitation

Relationship building

Interagency coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in planning or related field

Master's degree preferred

5+ years experience preferred

Supervisory experience preferred

Job description

The Town of Blacksburg is seeking an experienced Senior Planner to lead planning and development review efforts. You will supervise staff, coordinate with multiple departments, and present technical information to Town Council and Planning Commission.

AICP and licensure expectations apply as part of professional development. Responsibilities include reviewing development proposals, preparing staff reports, and guiding interdepartmental committees.