Planner II,III

Planner II,III

• Type: Full Time
• Salary/Pay Rate:$66,830 - $93,974 Annually plus excellent benefits
• Posted Date:02/13/2026 4:05 PM
• Final date to receive applications:03/06/2026

The Planner II, III performs responsible, hands-on, professional urban planning and community development work involving the physical, economic, and social future of the City. Develops neighborhood revitalization and corridor plans, and general and form-based zoning regulations. Assists in the development of comprehensive plans and land use plans for the Business and Community Development Department. Works closely with partner agencies on creative place-making initiatives.

Works closely with diverse groups, community development grant programs, lending communities, and other City departments to ensure quality neighborhoods, affordable, and high-quality housing for residents. A successful history of building bridges, facilitating collaborative solutions where divergent interests lie, and generating commitment and enthusiasm for the vision of building vibrant neighborhoods, places, and communities will be key credentials. Public speaking, engaging presentation, and excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.

The Planner will also assist in staffing the Planning Board/Board of Adjustment.

The Planner II, III (Development Services Focus) performs professional to advanced professional work in administering zoning, development standards, and historic regulations in accordance with North Carolina State laws pertaining to land use, zoning, and development. Prepares ordinances, land use plans, comprehensive plans, small area plans, and special studies. Provides staff support to the Planning Board/Board of Adjustment/Historic Preservation Commission and presents recommendations concerning development proposals, ordinances, and permit applications for both legislative and quasi-judicial formats for board consideration.

Check out the great benefits the City has to offer.

• Bachelor’s degree in planning, city planning, urban planning, urban design, architecture, geography, or community development, or related field
• Four years’ experience working in planning, city planning, urban planning, urban design, architecture, geography, or community development, or related field
• Valid NC driver’s license or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment and good driving record

• Bachelor’s degree in planning, city planning, urban planning, urban design, architecture, geography, or community development, or related field
• Six years of related experience working in planning, city planning, urban planning, urban design, architecture, geography, or community development, or related field
• Experience in Community Engagement and Collaborative Meeting Facilitation
• Valid NC driver’s license or valid out-of-state driver’s license with the ability to obtain a valid NC driver’s license within sixty days of employment and good driving record

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00pm. Paid bi-weekly.

Must be able to work some nights (Planning Board, Historic Preservation Commission, Board of Adjustment, and City Council Meetings)

Application and instructions are available here. Final date to receive applications is Friday, March 6th at 11:59 pm.

All applicants must provide accurate information on the City’s application for each position application.

The City requires position appropriate pre-employment screenings. The City is a drug-free workplace and applicants offered employment will be asked to participate in a pre-employment drug screening.

The City is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Citymakesemployment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex/gender,sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression,national origin,ancestry, citizenship status,religion, marital status, disability, military serviceor veteran status,genetic information, or any other classification protected byapplicablefederal, state, and local laws and ordinances.