Planner
Job Description:
Are you seeking a career opportunity in a collaborative environment that allows you the opportunity to use your forward-thinking planning skills to benefit the local community? If so, apply to become a Planner with the City of Harrisonburg’s Department of Community Development.
The Planner role is a full-time position with benefits and a preferred hiring range of $24.94 – $28.68 per hour (equivalent to $51,875 – $59,654 annually); however, an exact salary will be dependent upon the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience and in compliance with City Policy Section 3: Compensation. Applicants may be considered for another level within the department at an annual rate commensurate with applicant qualifications.
Minimum Requirements:
– Bachelor’s degree with coursework in planning, public policy, engineering, environmental studies, or a related field and moderate (1-3 years) experience in urban or regional planning, public policy, engineering, environmental science, or a related industry.
– Valid driver’s license.
– Completion of the Virginia Certified Planning Commissioner Training within one year of hire date.
– View the physical requirements for this position on the City’s website.
To Apply: In order to be considered, all candidates must submit a complete City of Harrisonburg online employment application, to include previous work experience and education history. This position may close at any time after 10 calendar days. (posted 07/13/2022)
The City provides an excellent benefits package including health insurance, retirement (VRS & MissionSquare), life insurance, paid leave and holidays.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status.
The City of Harrisonburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.