Senior Planner

Village of Glenview•Glenview, IL

40d•Onsite

About The Position

The Village of Glenview is seeking experienced, engaging, and driven applicants for the position of full-time Senior Planner. The preferred candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the community’s growth as Glenview works on several significant large redevelopments, ensures the success of the Village’s Downtown Development District and The Glen Town Center commercial areas, influences short- and long-range planning initiatives, streamlines the development review process, and implements special projects in accordance with the Village Board of Trustees goals. The position requires the ability to independently evaluate complex issues, communicate technical information effectively, resolve problems, and manage multiple projects and priorities while providing responsive and professional service to the community. The ideal candidate is customer-focused, collaborative, and self-motivated, with strong communication skills and a passion for helping make life better for Glenview’s residents and local businesses.

Requirements

Master's degree, with coursework in Planning, Public Administration, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Political Science, or Business Administration
Four to six years of progressive experience required.
Equivalent combination of bachelor’s degree education and experience would be considered.

Nice To Haves

Certification as an American Institute of Certified Planner is preferred.

Responsibilities

Reviews and evaluates development proposals and planning applications for compliance with applicable regulations and standards.
Interprets and applies Village codes, ordinances, policies, and planning standards, and provides technical guidance regarding complex development and zoning issues.
Provides professional customer service and technical assistance.
Coordinates development review activities with Village departments, outside agencies, consultants, commissions, and others to facilitate timely and comprehensive project review.
Provides staff support to Village commissions, committees, and boards, including preparing reports and meeting materials, coordinating notices, attending meetings, making presentations, and facilitating discussions.
Prepares and maintains technical and official planning documents.
Supports planning, economic development, capital projects, and community development initiatives.
Assists with zoning administration and enforcement.
Participates in special, interdepartmental, and intergovernmental projects.
Conducts administrative reviews, permit reviews, and site inspections.