Village Planner

The Village of Clemmons is hiring for a Planner. This employee will perform technical and administrative work in support of the planning process for the municipality such as processing development applications, researching records, providing information on ordinances, applications and regulations, and preparing information for development review or board meetings.

The employee in this class is required to possess a general knowledge of public sector planning, office practices and procedures, manage office organization and provide coordinated guidance and regulation of the growth and development of the Village. The position requires excellent communications skills and knowledge of development codes, ordinances and procedures. The Planner often works closely with the public on a regular basis to provide customer service on planning. The Planner will also prepare memorandums, presentations, text amendments, and other materials for Board of Adjustment, Planning Board, and Village Council meetings. Work involves providing technical guidance to department staff, and considerable public contact often in sensitive or emotional issues requiring judgement, firmness, and tact. The role also includes developing a favorable relationship between the Village and the community. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Planning & Community Development Director. This is an exempt position.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions 

• Environment: Primary work is performed in an indoor office environment, with occasional field site visits required for site evaluations.
• Physical Effort: Light work, occasionally exerting up to 20 pounds of force. Visual acuity is required to analyze map data, inspect sites, and read technical documents. 
• Schedule: Typical business hours (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM) with required evening attendance for scheduled Planning Board, Board of Adjustment, and Village Council meetings. Occasional weekend or evening events related to public outreach for planning projects.

Starting salary is $57,335 to $63,212 depending on qualifications and experience. Benefits include: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, Holiday/Vacation/Sick Pay, Local Government Retirement System and NC401(k).

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Urban & Regional Planning, Geography, Landscape Architecture, Public Administration, Environmental Studies, or a closely related field. (Master’s degree desirable). Experience: 2 to 4 years of professional planning experience, preferably in a local municipal or county government setting in North Carolina. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Licensing & Certification: Valid North Carolina Driver's License (or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment). Certification as a North Carolina Zoning Official (CZO) or American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) designation is desirable. North Carolina Notary designation preferred (or ability to obtain within one year)

The full job description and benefits information is available at Jobs • Village Planner

Position to remain open until filled.

The Village of Clemmons is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To submit an application, please print, complete and email the application (include a cover letter and resume - NOTE resume does not replace the application) to lshortt@clemmons.org or mail it to Village Hall (Lisa Shortt) at 3715 Clemmons Road, Clemmons, NC 27012.