Land Use Planner

The Maine Municipal Association is hiring a Land Use Planner for the Town of Brunswick, GA, for a term from August 27, 2024, to February 23, 2025. The role involves coordinating development reviews, supporting planning committees, and conducting long-range planning. Candidates should have a master's degree in planning, five years of experience, and preferably AICP certification. The salary ranges from $82,332 to $106,937, with a comprehensive benefits package. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Position: Land Use Planner - Brunswick

Start Date: August 27, 2024 | End Date: February 23, 2025
County: Cumberland County
Job Type: Planning

The Town of Brunswick Planning and Development Department is seeking a Land Use Planner to coordinate and lead the development review process from pre-application meetings to final approval.

Responsibilities include:
• Serve as primary staff support to the Planning Board, Staff Review Committee, and other department-staffed committees as needed.
• Perform long range and special project planning.
• Draft Zoning Ordinance and Map amendments.
• Coordinate with the Coastal Resource Manager and Environmental Planner to recommend best management practices for sustainable development, environmental protection, and conservation.
• Conduct research on emerging planning trends.
• Create maps and other visual exhibits via ArcGIS and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Report writing and perform other planning activities in support of the Department Director.

This position requires a high level of attention to detail, knowledge of state planning laws, and consensus facilitation skills. The Land Use Planner is a highly visible staff member who coordinates with all Town Departments on a regular basis.

This is a key staff position and a challenging opportunity in a fast-paced work environment, utilizing skills in detailed coordination, facilitation, and project management. Technical expertise in land use and natural resource planning is required. This position will require making public presentations, strong and detailed writing skills, as well as creative problem-solving skills to assist our Town into the future.

The Land Use Planner usually possesses a master's degree in planning or a closely related field and at least five (5) years of experience in the planning profession. American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification is preferred.

The full salary range for this position is $82,332 to $106,937. The starting pay will be pursuant to qualifications and budgetary allowance. The Town of Brunswick offers an excellent benefit package including options for health, dental and/or life insurances; short-term disability; retirement plan choices; educational reimbursement; paid vacations; sick time; and 13 paid holidays.

TO APPLY: Submit a Town of Brunswick employment application, cover letter, and resume.

We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications as soon as possible. While there is no fixed deadline, we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may close the posting once we find the right candidate. Early applications are highly recommended to ensure full consideration.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Town of Brunswick considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, physical or mental disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state, and/or local law.
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