Senior Planner

About the role

The Senior Planner is responsible for performing highly skilled professional planning and development work and project review in land use, subdivision, environment, water quality, and other subjects as appropriate. This position performs professional planning work to support application processes, primarily current planning with occasional long-range planning needs; assists the Director with administrative duties as required and exercises general supervision of planning personnel as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Performs highly skilled professional planning and development work and project review in land use, subdivision, environment, water quality, and other subjects as appropriate.
• Serves as a resource to staff and the public regarding planning and development issues.
• Assists the Director with administrative duties as required.
• Exercises general supervision of planning personnel as assigned.

Requirements

• Master's degree in urban or regional planning, environmental science, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in planning, preferably in a governmental setting.
• Knowledge of zoning, subdivision, environmental, and land use laws and regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Qualifications

One of the fastest growing cities in Montana, Whitefish is consistently rated one of the best small towns in America and was named one of the top 25 ski towns in the world by National Geographic. It is located on the shores of Whitefish Lake and the base of Big Mountain - home to Whitefish Mountain Resort. Whitefish also boasts over 36 miles of natural surface single-track mountain biking and hiking trails with 10 trailheads, golfing, world class dining, two professional live theater companies, and is only thirty minutes from Glacier National Park.

Benefits

Whitefish offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more. Salary range is $75,000 - $90,000 annually, depending on experience.

Pay

$75,000 - $90,000 annually, depending on experience.

Schedule

Full-time, exempt position.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of zoning, subdivision, environmental, and land use laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with GIS software.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.

Pay

$75,000 - $90,000 annually, depending on experience.

Schedule

Full-time, exempt position.

Contact Information

To apply, visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/whitefish. For assistance with the online application process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 406-863-2464 or email HR@cityofwhitefish.gov.

EEO Statement

The City of Whitefish is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation.