Planner II or III

Town of Johnstown•Johnstown, CO

5d•$74,509 - $126,218

About The Position

The Town of Johnstown is seeking a Planner II or III to join its Planning team in a rapidly growing municipality. The position supports implementation of the Town’s 2021 Comprehensive Plan, development review and administration, infrastructure planning, and updates to processes and systems. The Town’s planning priorities include maintaining a traditional small-town feel, welcoming appropriate growth, building infrastructure, and managing strong oil and gas interests. In a vibrant, high-energy, high-production environment, the Planner performs a wide variety of municipal planning and project management functions. Candidates should be eager to learn and grow as planning professionals and bring a creative, collaborative style and innovative ideas to a positive team environment. The position works under the direct supervision of the Director and carries out assigned duties, functions, roles, and projects in routine and complex circumstances.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge, expertise, and energy relevant to the position.
A creative and collaborative style, with innovative ideas.
Eagerness to learn and grow as a professional and planner, and readiness to contribute in a high-energy, high-production environment.

Responsibilities

Perform municipal planning and project management functions.
Conduct land use planning and research.
Update codes.
Administer and manage functions associated with the overall development process.
Mentor planners.
Respond to daily on-call planning questions.
Perform ancillary land use and development functions.
Carry out duties, functions, roles, and projects assigned by the Director.