Summary Objective

Person County Government is seeking a Planning Director for the Planning and Zoning Department. This position is responsible for overseeing and directing the Planning Department of the County. The role involves a blend of managerial, supervisory, and professional planning duties. Under administrative supervision, the Planning Director will develop and implement programs in alignment with organizational policies, and report major activities to executive-level administrators through conferences and detailed reports.

This position reports to the County Manager.

This is an exempt position working 37.5 hours weekly/1950 hours annually.
 
The starting salary will be determined with consideration given to both the candidate's educational background and relevant work experience.
 
Must possess a valid driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record per County policy.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Environmental Science, Landscape Architecture or related discipline.
• Five (5) years of planning, land use or related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Master’s Degree, AICP certification, CZO certification and supervisory experience are preferred.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Closing date is 11/17/2024 at 5:00 PM.

Person County conducts pre-employment screening on candidates.  Job offers are conditional pending the following:

• A pre-employment drug screen for all candidates. Positions designated by Person County as Safety Sensitive are also subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
• A background check for all candidates.  Some positions also require a credit check.
• Additional screening and testing required for some positions.
• Within 3 days of the start of your employment with the County, you must be able to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the US.

Person County Government is an Equal Opportunity/E-Verify Employer