Planner

The Town of Harrisburg NC is one of the fastest-growing communities in North Carolina and is seen as one of the top ten affluent zip codes in the surrounding region. While growth has been exponential over the past decade the Town has maintained its tight-knit community-based mindset and strategically fostered a work culture where customer service excellence is our top priority.

The Town of Harrisburg is currently seeking a Planner to join our Planning Department. This position performs journey-level professional planning work in current and long-range planning projects.

An employee in this class performs responsible planning work for current and long-range planning efforts. Work includes reviewing comprehensive plan amendments rezonings subdivision and development plans for compliance with town regulations; conducting site inspections for zoning landscape and architectural requirements; preparing staff reports and making presentations to various boards; and assisting with special projects. Work requires considerable knowledge of the Towns development and zoning ordinances and skill in communicating ordinance requirements to the public developers builders real estate brokers property owners etc. The work is supervised by the Assistant Planning Director and is evaluated through conferences accuracy and effectiveness of work results and feedback from officials and the public.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in urban planning principles and regulatory processes with working knowledge of zoning subdivision and Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) requirements. They will demonstrate proficiency in GIS and data analysis tools along with the ability to research parcels interpret development trends and prepare maps technical materials and well-reasoned planning recommendations. This individual will be an effective communicator capable of preparing professional reports and presentations confidently presenting before boards and commissions explaining complex ordinance requirements to developers contractors property owners and the public and facilitating productive discussions to resolve planning issues. They will exercise sound professional judgment approach challenges with a customer-service mindset and build collaborative working relationships with internal departments external agencies elected officials and community stakeholders while contributing to a positive team-oriented environment.

Bachelors degree in urban planning regional planning geography public administration landscape architecture architecture or a closely related field; one to three years of experience in local government planning development review zoning administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certified Zoning Official or the ability to obtain Certified Zoning Official certification within 24 months is preferred.

Possession of a valid North Carolina Drivers License.

The Town of Harrisburg offers a comprehensive benefits package opportunities for professional growth and a collaborative work environment dedicated to shaping the communitys future.

The hiring range is $25.98/hr. $32.31/hr. and starting pay rate will be dependent on qualifications and prior experience. Will also be eligible for a $2500 sign-on bonus upon hire.

Please submit your resume employment application references and salary requirements at or email .

Open until filled. EOE.