Town Planner: Growth, Grants & Revitalization

Maine Association of Planners; Winthrop (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Winthrop is seeking an innovative Town Planner to guide growth while preserving the community’s unique sense of place. This role serves as the planning advisor to the Planning Board, Town Council, Town Manager, Zoning Board of Appeals, and other municipal committees.

Key responsibilities include leading long-range planning, administering land use regulations, supporting community development, preparing grant applications, overseeing environmental planning, and managing the

Qualifications

• Experience in land use regulation and zoning.
• Knowledge of comprehensive planning processes and regulatory frameworks.
• Ability to prepare and manage planning grants and funding applications.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the professional planning advisor to the Planning Board, Town Council, Town Manager, Zoning Board of Appeals, and other municipal committees.
• Lead long-range planning initiatives and administer land use regulations.
• Support community development and oversee the development review process.
• Prepare grant applications for designated planning projects and manage related reporting.
• Oversee environmental planning programs and related initiatives.

Skills

Land Use & Zoning

Job description

The Town of Winthrop is seeking an innovative Town Planner to guide growth while preserving the community’s unique sense of place. This role serves as the planning advisor to the Planning Board, Town Council, Town Manager, Zoning Board of Appeals, and other municipal committees.

Key responsibilities include leading long-range planning, administering land use regulations, supporting community development, preparing grant applications, overseeing environmental planning, and managing the