Current Planning Manager POS # 119000021

Position Overview

*Salary will be determined by applicants qualifying education and experience*

Join our team as the Current Planning Manager and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our community by guiding land development and planning initiatives. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with stakeholders, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead long-range planning efforts to support sustainable growth and community resilience. Be part of a dynamic environment where leadership and innovation drive impactful change.

Examples of Duties

• Interpret, apply and review plans for compliance with the County and municipal subdivisions and zoning ordinances and the County Water Supply Watershed Management and Protection Ordinance
• Aid the public in the understanding and accomplishing compliance, often negotiating with the property owners/developers, with the County and municipal subdivisions and zoning ordinances and the review process
• Oversee the case preparation, board hearing scheduling, presentations and finalization of all land development applications.
• Coordinate land use planning activities with other Sections within the Department and prepare special reports and studies as requested by the Planning Board and governing bodies
• Supervise assigned staff providing recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training and development, work schedules, and progressive discipline as needed

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in urban or regional planning, civil engineering, geography, public administration, community development, or a related field and four (4) years of experience in urban, city, regional, community, or governmental planning with two (2) of those years in a supervisory capacity; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies of Cumberland County or other local government entity as such pertains to the primary responsibilities and duties
• Knowledge of the theories, principles and practices of performing professional planning and development work; supervising staff
• Knowledge in conducting planning studies and presenting recommendations and findings to boards, governing bodies, citizens, and stakeholders
• Knowledge of the federal, state and local laws, ordinances and codes pertaining to a wide variety of planning topics
• Knowledge of the principles of personnel management, including supervision, training, and performance evaluation
• Knowledge of the methods and techniques of research and analysis
• Knowledge of the principles of budgeting and finance; real estate terminology, laws, practices, principles, and regulations
• Knowledge of the computer applications including Microsoft Office, Internet applications, Permitting Software and GIS. Skilled in written and oral communication
• Skilled in the editing, oversight or preparation of technical reports, and the presentation of information to government entities and various committees
• Ability to read, understand, apply, and explain the applicable regulations concerning assigned areas of responsibility
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with intra-and interdepartmental personnel, as well as all external entities and individuals with whom the person in this position must interact, including strong interpersonal and public relations skills to work effectively with various officials, staff, citizens, and other customers

Conditions of Employment:

A formal transcript will be required. College transcripts may be submitted on-line via the attachment feature or mailed to Cumberland County Human Resources, 117 Dick St. Fayetteville, NC 28301.

Driving is an essential function of this position. To be considered, you must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. If your driver's license is from another state, you will be required to obtain and show proof of a valid NC driver's license within 60 days of hire.

Successful candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment with Cumberland County must pass pre-employment screenings, including criminal history checks and drug screenings, as required by Cumberland County Policies and Procedures, prior to beginning work or receiving a final offer of employment. Refusal to submit to testing or testing positive for prohibited substances will result in the withdrawal of the conditional employment offer.

Cumberland County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Cumberland County are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other status protected by applicable laws and regulations. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.