Principal or Senior Long-Range Planner

The City of Kent is seeking an experienced and dynamic long-range planner to help build Kent’s future. In this role, the Principal or Senior Long-Range Planner will perform professional duties related to all aspects of City planning with a high degree of independence.

A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible.

You will lead complex planning projects, engage with diverse stakeholders, and leverage your knowledge of Growth Management Act, zoning, and urban design to create plans, policies, and regulations that reflect the needs and aspirations of our community. This is an exciting opportunity to not just develop plans, but to also implement them!

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively as a team member. Five (5) years of professional level experience in municipal planning and a bachelor's degree in urban planning, public administration or a related field are required for a candidate to be qualified as a Senior Planner, while seven (7) years of professional level experience in municipal long-range planning and either a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in the fields listed above are required in order for a candidate to be placed at the Principal Planner level. If you have the requisite education and experience, thrive in fast-paced environments, and have a proven track record in equitable community planning, we invite you to apply. Consider advancing your career and fostering the growth of a vibrant community through employment with the City of Kent.

There is ONE full-time position that will be filled by this recruitment process, depending on qualifications and experience. This is a benefited, non-represented position that is exempt from overtime.

• Please note that you must attach your cover letter and resume to your application in order for your application to be considered complete. Incomplete applications will not be considered for this position. If you experience technical difficulties, please contact our office Monday-Friday, between 8 : 00 AM- 5 : 00 PM at (253) 856-5270 and we will do our best to assist you.

This position is open until filled. The hiring process for this recruitment will consist of at least one interview. Qualified candidates will be notified once an interview schedule has been established.

SALARY :

If placed in the Principal Planner position : $9,506.00- 11,579.00 per month, depending on experience

If placed in the Senior Planner position : $8,604.00-10,483 per month, depending on experience

For a listing of benefits, please use the following link : Employee Benefits | City of Kent (kentwa.gov)

The job description below is for the position of Principal Long-Range Planner.

GENERAL PURPOSE :

Under the direction of the Long-Range Planning Manager, perform senior-level, professional planning and supervisory duties. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, code administration and development; comprehensive and sub-area planning; implementing policy initiatives; staff supervision; analysis of legislation; representing the city; coordinating with external agencies; and special project research and studies related to land use planning and development.

Work is characterized by professional, senior-level planning duties associated with the research, development, implementation, and administration of City codes, ordinances, policies, and procedures in the area of planning, policy development, environmental and land use management. Supervisory duties include assigning, evaluating, training, and reviewing work activities of other professional, paraprofessional, and technical personnel, including consultants. The incumbent assures compliance with various City ordinances and regulations related to land development; applies research and analytical skills to prepare and present staff reports for public hearings and meetings; informs the public, outside agencies, developers, and others of various City and State land use and development code requirements and policies; coordinates the development and amendment of comprehensive and sub-area plans and technical planning documents; and performs planning and coordination tasks for special projects and programs. The incumbent is frequently required to perform work in confidence and under pressure for deadlines; is involved in politically sensitive issues requiring a considerable amount of tact and diplomacy; and assumes a lead role in developing strategies to address controversies. While actual duties of the Principal Planner will vary from time to time, the incumbent may be assigned to perform work in any or all areas.

Work is performed under limited supervision. The manager sets the overall objectives and resources available. The incumbent and manager work together to develop the deadlines, projects, and work to be completed. The incumbent is responsible for the work, plans and carries out the assignment, resolves most conflicts that arise,

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Salary : $8,604 - $10,483