Senior Town Planner & Master Planning Leader

Vance Airscoop; Longmeadow (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Longmeadow, Massachusetts is seeking a forward-thinking Town Planner to guide our long-range vision and oversee day-to-day land use initiatives. You will lead master planning efforts, support local economic development, modernize zoning bylaws, and serve as technical and administrative support to our Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in urban or regional planning and 3–5 years of related experience; strong communication,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, regional planning, or a closely related field.
• 3–5 years of related work experience or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Massachusetts General Laws related to planning and land use.
• Strong communication, organizational, and public-relations skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive planning initiatives (Long Range Plan, Open Space Plan, Housing Production Plan) and redevelopment of municipal properties.
• Support economic development and align zoning to encourage sustainable investment.
• Research and craft zoning bylaws, subdivision regulations, and planning policies per MGL and local goals.
• Serve as staff liaison to the Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals; draft reports and manage meetings.
• Coordinate pre-application reviews, inter-departmental technical reviews, and monitor active projects through construction.
• Identify and administer grant funding opportunities and partner with GIS for mapping and analysis.

Skills

Public speaking

Written communication

Project management

Policy analysis

Staff supervision

Interdepartmental coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in urban planning

Job description

The Town of Longmeadow, Massachusetts is seeking a forward-thinking Town Planner to guide our long-range vision and oversee day-to-day land use initiatives. You will lead master planning efforts, support local economic development, modernize zoning bylaws, and serve as technical and administrative support to our Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in urban or regional planning and 3–5 years of related experience; strong communication,