*The Town is seeking candidates at the Planner II experience and credentialed level, but reserves the right to fill the position at the Planner I level where appropriate.*  

The Planner I perform professional planning work in land use, housing, transportation, zoning, and environmental management. Working under standard departmental procedures, this role analyzes economic and physical data, reviews residential and commercial development applications, and helps update the Town Plan of Development. Key duties include administering land use regulations, preparing complex statistical reports, and providing technical support to Town Boards and Commissions. The Planner I collaborates with public officials, developers, attorneys, and inter-governmental agencies, and is responsible for grant administration, public presentations, and attending required evening meetings.

The Planner II – Land Use performs professional planning services focused in the functional areas of land use, zoning, conservation, environment, housing, transportation, and related planning areas.  Working under standard departmental procedures, this role organizes priorities, manages assigned projects, and compiles economic, social, and spatial data affecting land use and growth. Key responsibilities include coordinating with regional, state, and federal agencies; conferring with developers, attorneys, and the public; and reviewing site plans, subdivisions, and development proposals. The position provides technical support to Town Boards and Commissions, prepares reports and policy recommendations, administers zoning codes, and contributes to updates of the Town’s Plan of Conservation and Development. The Planner II collaborates with public officials, developers, attorneys, and inter-governmental agencies and is responsible for grant administration, public presentation, and attending required evening meetings.

The successful candidate brings deep expertise in environmental and land use planning, with a strong background in permit application review and site inspections. Essential qualifications include clear written and verbal communication skills for delivering board presentations and technical reports. The candidate must demonstrate firm, tactful, and impartial regulatory enforcement, alongside a proven ability to build collaborative relationships with developers, attorneys, town officials, and the public. This role also requires leading community outreach, drafting and administering intergovernmental grants, and attending required evening meetings.