Senior City Planner - Community and Strategic Planning

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Principal Planner, this position manages complex and diverse Community and Strategic Planning projects that play a vital role in shaping Loveland’s future. The position requires a high degree of independent judgment, creativity, problem-solving, and the ability to work closely with other divisions and groups to successfully complete projects. This position is the project manager level of the professional planner series and includes planning, organizing, reviewing, and participating in the undertaking of strategic and long-range planning projects.

The salary range for this position is $85,272.51 - $ annually with a hiring range of $85,272.51 - $, depending on qualifications and experience. This opportunity will be available to applicants until filled.

Applicant reviews will begin February 18, 2026.

A current resume is required, and a cover letter is preferred.

Join Us as Our Next Senior Strategic Planner — Shape the Future of a Growing City

Step into a leadership role where your vision can truly make a difference. Our department enjoys a strong, positive relationship with City Council, giving you a supportive environment to advance innovative ideas and guide impactful initiatives. With major opportunities on the horizon—including the transformative development potential of the Hwy 402 corridor and an upcoming update to the City’s Comprehensive Plan—you’ll play a central role in charting our community’s long-term trajectory.

Housing affordability is one of our city’s most urgent challenges, and you’ll play a key strategic role in supporting a coordinated, community-focused response. Working alongside residents, local organizations, nonprofits, and regional partners, you’ll help assess and advance innovative approaches aimed at reducing housing scarcity and lowering housing costs. This is your opportunity to contribute thoughtfully and collaboratively to a healthier, more vibrant community for all.

If you’re inspired by long-range planning, energized by cross-sector partnerships, and ready to help shape a thriving future, we invite you to bring your expertise to a city committed to thoughtful, well-planned growth.

Please view our video Working at Loveland to learn more about our exceptional Loveland community and the benefits of working for the City.

• Assist in developing and implementing long-range planning initiatives, including corridor plans, comprehensive plan updates, and amendments to land use codes
• Maintain a working understanding of new land use legislation and planning policies and assist in developing needed amendments to comply with State laws
• Assist in implementing a broad range of planning projects and programs and resolving planning challenges
• Apply current planning theory, best practices, and strategic leadership to manage complex and sensitive strategic and long-range planning projects
• Prepare reports and recent findings and recommendations to the Planning Commission, City Council, and other boards or commissions
• Answer questions from the public regarding the City of Loveland Comprehensive Plan, the land development process, historic preservation, and other strategic and long-range planning projects, issues, and initiatives
• Coordinate with City divisions, regional planning bodies, other jurisdictions, and State and Federal Agencies to successfully complete planning projects
• Evaluate and revise land use regulations to align with City Council policies and address emerging needs
• Act as the City’s representative in regional planning efforts, advocating for local priorities
• Develop and lead public participation strategies to foster community engagement in planning projects
• Negotiate solutions to complex neighborhood and community concerns related to strategic and long-range planning projects
• Compile and analyze data on economic, social, and physical factors affecting land use and respond to questions on City demographics, population forecasts, and planning strategy implementation

• Prepare special planning studies and make recommendations for ordinances, resolutions, and policies
• Responsible for the project management of…