Urban Planner: Shape Growth & Community Impact

Town of Harrisburg, NC; Harrisburg (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

The Town of Harrisburg, NC is seeking a Planner for the Planning Department. The role involves journey-level professional planning in current and long-range projects, reviewing amendments, rezonings, and development plans to ensure compliance with town regulations.

The ideal candidate has a solid foundation in urban planning principles, GIS and data analysis, and is able to present findings to boards and the public. A valid NC driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in urban planning or closely related field; 1–3 years in local government planning preferred.
• Certified Zoning Official or ability to obtain within 24 months is preferred.
• Possession of NC driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Review comprehensive plan amendments, rezonings, subdivisions and development plans for compliance with town regulations.
• Conduct site inspections for zoning, landscape, and architectural requirements; prepare staff reports and presentations.
• Assist with special projects and communicate ordinance requirements to the public, developers, and other stakeholders.

Skills

GIS

Data analysis

Communication

Urban planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in urban planning, regional planning, geography, public administration, landscape architecture, architecture, or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

The Town of Harrisburg, NC is seeking a Planner for the Planning Department. The role involves journey-level professional planning in current and long-range projects, reviewing amendments, rezonings, and development plans to ensure compliance with town regulations.

The ideal candidate has a solid foundation in urban planning principles, GIS and data analysis, and is able to present findings to boards and the public. A valid NC driver's license is required.