Senior Planner - Housing

The City & Borough of Juneau, Alaska, Community Development Department (CDD) has an opening for a Senior Planner, Housing, a senior-level professional position responsible for leading housing policy development, program implementation, and regulatory initiatives for the City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ).

Our candidate must have experience/education in urban studies, public administration or policy, or a related field as well as substantial experience in one or more of the following: housing-related planning, administration of housing grants and/or loan programs, or experience working in small, remote or high-cost communities. AICP certification preferred.

In general, we want someone who is personable, reliable, trustworthy, critical thinking, and enthusiastic about working with a team as well as independently. We are looking for a combination of educational and/or experience that provides the applicant with demonstrated competencies in:

Leadership: Foster trust through transparency, consistency, and collaboration. Actively build internal and external relationships critical to advancing housing initiatives. Demonstrate confidence, accountability, and sound decision‑making.

Public Speaking: Maintain composure and professionalism when presenting or defending recommendations in high-pressure or adversarial settings. Communicate clearly and persuasively with elected officials, leadership, and the public.

Expertise: Enhance existing or work to achieve robust knowledge of CBJ’s Title 49 Land Use Code. Demonstrate knowledge of housing policy, housing finance, and land use planning principles; federal housing and community development programs, particularly HUD programs; zoning, subdivision regulations, and development review processes; and public‑sector planning practices and local government operations.

Writing: Recognizing and using correct English grammar or leveraging tools such as writing AI to improve presentation. Technical writing experience is valuable.

We are committed to professionalism and career enhancement, while also sustaining a routine that supports life outside of work. Our schedule is 40 hours a week, with flexibility to meet employee’s needs or requests.

Joining our team provides an opportunity to interact with a variety of people and organizations, while working on interesting and impactful CBJ projects.

This position works Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, plus occasional evening hours. Public, Planning Commission, and Assembly meetings may require evening work; however, flex‑time within the pay period is offered to offset in these instances.

Our office is in downtown Juneau, Alaska, at the Marine View Building, 230 S. Franklin Street. Juneau, the capital of Alaska, is set in Southeast Alaska where the only “road” in or out is the Alaska Marine Highway. To learn more about our remote community, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

This is an in‑person/in‑office position. After completing the one‑year probationary period, you may be considered for telework, remote work (in accordance with current CBJ and CDD policy) and flexible work hours, as approved by your supervisor.

Relocation expenses may be eligible for reimbursement, if approved, but will require a pro‑rated repayment if leaving CBJ service in less than four years.

The Senior Planner, Housing is a senior-level professional position responsible for leading housing policy development, program implementation, and regulatory initiatives for the City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ).

This position serves as the department expert for housing related activities, including management and promotion of current housing programs in the Community Development Department, such as the Juneau Affordable Housing Fund, the Accessory Dwelling Unit Grant program, and the CBJ Manufactured Home Downpayment Assistance Program. The Senior Planner provides updates to the Housing Action Plan as needed and works inter‑departmentally on new housing strategies pursued by CBJ departments and the Assembly.

This position is instrumental in…