Senior Urban Planner: Master Plans & Community Growth

City of Durham; Durham (AR); On-site; USD 73,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Durham is seeking a Senior Planner to advance Durham’s Comprehensive Plan through small area plans and long-range projects. You will perform complex analyses, prepare reports, and present recommendations to diverse audiences.

The role requires a relevant degree and five years of urban planning experience; GIS skills and AICP certification are valued. Join a team focused on sustainable growth, equitable services, and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in planning, engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Five years of professional urban planning experience.
• AICP certification preferred.
• Master’s degree in planning, engineering, or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages large land-use and master planning processes as assigned; ensures adherence to schedules and budgets.
• Conducts advanced professional analyses; develops recommendations on planning issues; coordinates development review operations.
• Prepares, maintains, reviews, and approves reports, plans/plats, permits, maps, and other documents; conducts complex presentations; maintains records and databases.
• Coordinates with customers, regional planning organizations, and agencies; attends forums/hearings; engages in public outreach; represents the City’s planning function.

Skills

GIS proficiency

Urban planning

Policy analysis

Public engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in planning, engineering, or related field

Tools

GIS software

Job description

City of Durham is seeking a Senior Planner to advance Durham’s Comprehensive Plan through small area plans and long-range projects. You will perform complex analyses, prepare reports, and present recommendations to diverse audiences.

The role requires a relevant degree and five years of urban planning experience; GIS skills and AICP certification are valued. Join a team focused on sustainable growth, equitable services, and community engagement.