Planner II

LOCATION: City of Pasco, WA (on-site)

SALARY: $100,193.60 – $120,286.40 Annually depending on qualifications

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Regular

UNION STATUS: Non-Union

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

WORK SCHEDULE: Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm (Hybrid available)

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

Why Pasco

Join one of Washington’s fastest-growing communities and help shape the future of a dynamic, diverse city! As a Planner II with the City of Pasco, your work will directly contribute to smart, sustainable development—balancing growth with livability, affordability, and long-range vision.

The Role

As a Planner II, you will assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive and land development plans to guide both current and long-range land use in the City. You will review land use applications, assess environmental impacts, and ensure compliance with the City’s Comprehensive Development Plan, municipal code, and state/local regulations.

This role includes coordinating long-term planning efforts (including water, sewer, and transportation) with development review, preparing detailed reports and analyses, and presenting findings to City Council, Planning Commission, and/or the Hearing Examiner. You’ll also provide technical advice, respond to public inquiries, and support staff and community members through the development review process-all to ensure consistent, high-quality growth in Pasco. Check out the Full Job Description here

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (Any equivalent combination of education and experience, which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the job.):

• Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Geography, Public Administration, or related field.
• Three (3) years of professional land use planning, and/or private development experience or similar related experience, including preparation of technical reports and economic data collection.
  
  

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: (Certain licenses and certificates, if required, may be acquired on the job as agreed upon by the City and employee. Subject to change based on operational needs.)

• Valid Driver License
  
  

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH THE CITY OF PASCO: These benefits ensure that you’re supported both professionally and personally while making a meaningful impact in the community.

• Health & Wellness: Medical coverage available at tiered monthly rates based on plan selection and coverage level ($200 individual/$600 family). Dental coverage is available at $11.59/month and vision coverage at $6.54/month. ($200 individual/$600 family)
• Retirement Security: Participation in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (PERS), offering two plan options with employer contributions. Additional savings are available through the Mission Square deferred compensation plan with a 4% automatic employer pre-tax contribution, plus employee contribution options.
• Life and Disability Insurance: $50,000 in basic life insurance paid by the City, with options for additional life and AD&D coverage. Long-term disability insurance is also available.
• Paid Time Off: Generous leave policies with 12 vacation days in the first year (increasing with tenure), 11 paid holidays per year (10 scheduled, plus 1 floating holiday after probation), and sick leave accruing at 3.7 hours per pay period.
• Additional Perks:
• Flexible scheduling options (subject to department approval)
• Employee Assistance Program for counseling, legal, and financial services
• Flexible Spending Plan for medical, dental, and childcare expenses
  

Safety/Work Conditions

• Duties are primarily performed in an office environment while stationed at a desk using a computer.
  
  

If you're seeking a fulfilling career that allows you to contribute to a thriving community and grow both personally and professionally, the City of Pasco is the place for you.

Join us in shaping the future and making a real difference and APPLY HERE to submit your application!

Please call or text HR at (509) 545-3408 or email HR@pasco.gov, with questions regarding employment opportunities with the City of Pasco.

• The City of Pasco is committed to supporting diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
• If your experience does not exactly match each and every qualification, apply anyways! You may be exactly what we are looking for!