Town Planner

Position Overview

Company Name
Town of Cheshire
Job Title
Town Planner
Description

The Town of Cheshire seeks a qualified individual to fill the position of Town Planner/ Development Coordinator (E-5).  Under general direction, the Town Planner is responsible for directing the planning, zoning, environmental services, zoning enforcement and land use regulation compliance and the coordination of land use development plans and administration of the Cheshire Plan of Conservation and Development. Administrative responsibilities include professional and technical work involving a broad range of municipal planning and development functions to assist various town departments, boards and commissions, the public and the business community.

 

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

A bachelor’s degree in planning, economics or public administration or closely related field is required.  A master’s degree in planning is strongly preferred as well as AICP certification (or obtained within 2 years).  Five years of experience in planning, zoning, and wetlands with a minimum of two years of supervisory experience in the land use field.  Skill in directing and participating in complex planning activities and presenting technical information.  Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with officials and the general public.  Ability to supervise and manage an office.  Please see the attached job description for further details.  

Salary Range
$110000.00 -$140000.00
Job City
Cheshire
Job State
CT
Job Country
Website
https://www.cheshirect.gov/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=99&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Town-Planner-Development-Coordinator-51 

Qualifications

Min. Education
Bachelors Degree
Min. Years of Experience
5
Required/Preferred Skills
A master’s degree in planning and AICP certification is strongly preferred. Five years of experience in planning, zoning, and wetlands with a minimum of two years of supervisory experience in the land use field.

How to Apply

Contact Name
Kelley Pleil
Contact Address
84 South Main Street Cheshire CT 06410 United States
Contact Phone
(203) 271-6660
Contact Fax
(203) 271-6639
Email
humanresources@cheshirect.gov 
Best Method of Contact
EMAIL
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