Assistant City Planner-Zoning
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The City of Concord is seeking a forward thinking, community service oriented individual to fill the newly created position of Assistant City Planner - Zoning in the Community Development Department Planning Division. The City is experiencing a spike in development activity and is regularly listed among the “hottest real estate markets” in the United States. The City anticipates the onset of a comprehensive Master Plan update in the near future, leading to the need for a competent professional to work with the division staff to implement the City’s vision established by the Plan, and to work collaboratively with city staff, the development community and the City’s residents. This position is responsible for interpreting and administering the Zoning Ordinance, reviewing and processing applications to the Zoning Board of Adjustment and supervising the Planning and Zoning Inspector; responsible for development review of proposed subdivisions, site plans, and applications for architectural design and Planning Board review (see job description for a full list of duties and responsibilities). Writing, public speaking, plan review, and community engagement skills are highly valued, along with positive energy and a motivation for positive community change.
The City offers competitive pay with a comprehensive benefit package to include low deductible health plans with HSA funding offered by Harvard Pilgrim, Delta Dental to include a lifetime orthodontia benefit, Delta Vision, New Hampshire Retirement System Pension, three choices of 457 Retirement Plans, Paid STD, LTD and PFML as well as free family pool pass for employees, free library card, and member guest rate for employees at our very own Beaver Meadow Golf Course.
Job Summary
Provides professional and technical assistance in the areas of development permitting, land use planning, and municipal facility design. Provides customer service to the general public and other city departments. Serves as point person for data collection and dissemination. Manages special projects, contracts, and initiatives. Performs the duties of the City Planner in his or her absence assigned.
Examples of Duties: click here.