WILMINGTON, MA — The Town of Wilmington is now hiring an Assistant Planner. Read the job posting below (or HERE). The application form can be found HERE.
Planning and Conservation Department
Assistant Planner
Unit: Non-union
Reporting To: Director of Planning and Conservation
Salary: $50,215 to $63,544 per year
Hours: 35 hours per week, evenings as needed for Board, Commission and Committee meetings
Application Deadline: February 12, 2016
Definition: The Assistant Planner is responsible for assisting the Director of Planning and Conservation with various planning initiatives related to affordable housing, community and economic development. Provides professional support to the Wilmington Planning Board, and assists in ensuring the goals and objectives of the Department, the supported Boards and Commissions, and the town are met.
Essential Functions
Working under the direction of the Director of Planning and Conservation, performs the following functions:
- Receive applications for subdivisions, stormwater, signage, site plan, and special permits; conduct technical reviews of applications and proposals; coordinate inter-departmental reviews; communicate with applicants, abutters and the public about proposed and permitted projects.
- Provide professional support to the Planning Board; make recommendations on applications for compliance with state and local bylaws and regulations; attend Planning Board meetings and make presentations; draft decisions and approvals for the Planning Board; conduct site visits and site inspections.
- Assist the Director with planning initiatives; assist with open space and recreation planning, master planning, developing bylaws and zoning amendments, and research planning related topics.
- Assist the Director with economic development and housing initiatives; assist with developing and implementing housing production plans; reviewing affordable housing proposals and opportunities; assist with economic development research; research and assist with development of grant opportunities.
- Coordinate with planning and development organizations such as Metropolitan Planning Organization, Metropolitan Area Planning Council, the North Suburban Planning Council and others.
- Communicate effectively with developers, land owners, applicants, and the public; provide excellent customer service; provide office support to the Department.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s degree in planning, or Bachelor’s degree in planning or other relevant field and four (4) years of experience in municipal planning, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Working knowledge of the zoning by-laws, subdivision rules and regulations, applicable Massachusetts state laws, regulations and rules relative to permissible land-use.
- Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with others, orally and in writing.
- Ability to interpret complex laws, bylaws, regulations and rules, apply interpretations consistently.
- Ability to manage and complete projects independently and as a member of a team.
- Ability to utilize computers and software such as GIS and Microsoft Office Suite, etc.
- Ability to work evenings as needed to attend meetings, hearings, and public presentations.
Job Environment
Work is generally performed inside a building. Work environment is characteristic of an office environment, with even walking surfaces and generally low noise levels. May have occasional exposure to loud noise, inclement weather, and uneven terrain associated with the review and/or oversight of implementation of permitted projects.
Physical Requirements
The work is generally of an intellectual nature. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is required to stand and sit for prolonged periods. Frequently required use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; reaches with hands and arms, bends, stoops, kneels, and/or crouches. Specific vision abilities required include close and medium distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to hear normal sounds, distinguish sound as voice and communicate through human speech. Required to lift and carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds. This position requires the ability to operate a keyboard, computer mouse, telephone, fax, copier, writing tools, scissors, and other standard office equipment.
EOE
To Apply:
Submit resume and cover letter, or completed application to:
Town Manager’s Office
Attn: Assistant Town Manager/Director of Human Resources
121 Glen Road
Wilmington, MA 01887
or via email at:
jobs@wilmingtonma.gov
If submitting by email please use “Position: Assistant Planner” in the subject line. Resume and cover letter may be attached as a PDF to the email. Please note, we will not reformat or fix formatting issues if sending electronically in a file type other than PDF.
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