Town Planner

Connecticut Chapter of the American Planning Association (CCAPA); Stonington (ME); On-site; USD 84,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Employer HSA contribution

401(a) and 457(b) retirement plans

13 paid holidays

Life insurance including AD&D

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The Town of Stonington is hiring a Town Planner to oversee planning, organize development activities, and provide technical support to the Land Use and Development Department. You will review land development proposals, coordinate with departments, and communicate with the public and developers to advance town planning goals.

The role requires independent judgment, initiative, and supervisory skills, with a Bachelor's in planning and several years of experience; AICP is desirable and a valid

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Urban, Regional or Community Planning with focused coursework in Land Use Planning and three years of professional experience preferred.
• Master’s Degree may substitute for two years of experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• AICP certification is desirable.
• A valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct and participate in activities of the Land Use and Development Department.
• Provide technical support to land use regulatory agencies, boards and commissions.
• Review and make recommendations on land development proposals (commercial/office, residential, etc.).
• Conduct site inspections for proposed subdivisions and developments; coordinate reviews with other departments.
• Consult with town officials, attorneys, builders and the public to resolve conflicts and support planning goals.

Skills

Independent judgment

Initiative

Supervisory skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Urban/Regional/Community Planning

Master’s Degree may substitute for two years

AICP certification desirable

Driver's license required

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

TOWN PLANNER

Full-time, Exempt, Union position, 35 hrs/week w/benefits*

Working under the supervision of the Director of Land Use & Development, the Town Planner is responsible for planning, organizing, directing and participating in the performance of the activities of the Land Use and Development Department. Provides technical support to the town’s several Land Use Regulatory Agencies, the Board of Selectmen, and Land Use Boards and Commissions. Provides information and technical assistance to the general public, property owners, contractors, and developers, and their representatives. Reviews and makes recommendations on land development proposals including commercial/office, tourist/recreational, industrial and residential. May make site inspections for proposed subdivisions and developments. Coordinates reviews with other departments. Confers and consults with other town officials, attorneys, builders, and the general public regarding proposals. Works to resolve conflicts among parties consistent with Town Planning goals. The position requires the use of independent judgment, initiative, and supervisory skills.

TOWN OF STONINGTON

POSITION VACANCY

TOWN PLANNER

Salary Range

$84,470.08 to $115,431.22 (commensurate with experience)

Full-time, Exempt, Union position, 35 hrs/week w/benefits*

Working under the supervision of the Director of Land Use & Development, the Town Planner is responsible for planning, organizing, directing and participating in the performance of the activities of the Land Use and Development Department. Provides technical support to the town’s several Land Use Regulatory Agencies, the Board of Selectmen, and Land Use Boards and Commissions. Provides information and technical assistance to the general public, property owners, contractors, and developers, and their representatives. Reviews and makes recommendations on land development proposals including commercial/office, tourist/recreational, industrial and residential. May make site inspections for proposed subdivisions and developments. Coordinates reviews with other departments. Confers and consults with other town officials, attorneys, builders, and the general public regarding proposals. Works to resolve conflicts among parties consistent with Town Planning goals. The position requires the use of independent judgment, initiative, and supervisory skills.

The education, experience and training required would generally be acquired with a Bachelor’s Degree in Urban, Regional or Community Planning or a related field with concentrated course work in Land Use Planning and three (3) years professional experience in Land Use Planning or Natural Resource Management preferred. Master’s Degree in City, Urban and Regional Planning may be substituted for two (2) years of professional experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the essential duties of the position may be considered. Certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) is desirable. Motor Vehicle Operator’s License, required.

The Town of Stonington conducts a criminal background and drug test as part of the hiring process.

Receipt of all materials must be received no later than 3:30 pm on Monday, October 26, 2026.

• This position is benefits eligible and includes medical, dental & vision, employer HSA contribution, 401(a) and optional 457(b) retirement plans, generous accrued leave time (vacation, sick, personal), 13 paid holidays, employer sponsored life insurance including AD&D, and employee assistance program. The inclusion of this information is in accordance with Connecticut Public Act No. 26-12. Benefits are subject to the terms of the Union Collective Bargaining Agreement.