Professional Planner - Planning and Development Services of Kenton

Planning and Development Services of Kenton County (PDS) is seeking a professional planner to join its Planning and Zoning Administration team. This position will be primarily focused on long-range planning activities but will also include current-planning roles from time to time.

The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, outgoing, and a team player with both internal and external teams. Strong written, oral, and visual communication skills are essential. Commitments to public involvement and citizen engagement are a central focus of this role. Previous experience with long-range project management and GIS analysis are a plus.

PDS will consider candidates with a minimum of one year and up to three years of professional experience in planning or related fields. The starting position (associate or principal planner) as well as starting salary will depend on the qualifications of the selected candidate. A bachelor’s or master’s degree in planning or landscape architecture is required.

• PDS provides an attractive benefits package and a modern, friendly, and collaborative work environment.

All new hires are expected to achieve AICP certification or state licensure for a landscape architect within the first year of eligibility.

EOE/Smoke- and Drug-free Workplace.