Planning Director

Vance County • Henderson, NC

7h

About The Position

The Planning Director directs all current and long-range community planning work for the county. The role manages the Department’s day-to-day operations and administers, interprets, and enforces land use regulations, including zoning and subdivision regulations, as well as other ordinances such as flood damage prevention and watershed management. The Director develops and implements land use studies, including the Vance County Comprehensive Plan, and serves as a technical advisor to county officials and boards. The position also communicates with the public about county planning projects and responds to planning issues. The work involves coordination with county, state, and federal officials regarding proposals to establish or revise planning ordinances and plans. Duties are performed under the administrative direction of the County Manager and the technical direction of the County Planning Board. The employee may work indoors and outdoors.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Land Use Planning, Urban and Regional Planning, or a closely related field, and at least five years of progressively responsible planning experience, including management or supervisory responsibilities; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Comprehensive knowledge of rural and regional planning principles and practices.
• Thorough knowledge of demographics, economics, finance, and sociology as they apply to planning; current literature and recent developments in planning; environmental regulations; and transportation planning.
• General knowledge of urban design and engineering principles and practices as they relate to planning and subdivision design and control, and of building codes enforcement.
• Ability to interpret and analyze technical and statistical information and prepare and present technical oral and written reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, County officials, other agencies, and the general public.
• Ability to perform the listed physical activities, light work requirements, and visual tasks.

Nice To Haves

• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification or North Carolina Certified Zoning Official (CZO) certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the Department’s day-to-day operations, including administration, interpretation, and enforcement of applicable county land use regulations.
• Advise the County Manager and County Commissioners on planning, zoning, zoning enforcement, and land use matters.
• Serve on the Transportation Coordinating Committee (TCC) for the Kerr-Tar Regional Planning Organization.
• Analyze county planning needs, programs, services, infrastructure, and requests for assistance.
• Develop recommendations regarding current and long-range plans, priorities, and strategies to improve the economic conditions and quality of life for county citizens.
• Research and draft local land use policies and ordinances to advance county land use objectives for development patterns and standards.
• Direct preparation of charts, maps, graphs, and other illustrative materials.
• Present information to elected officials, appointed boards, community groups, and concerned citizens.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager