The Town of Morrisville is seeking a motivated professional to join the Planning Department as a Planning Manager.  The position is one of two Planning Managers in the Department and oversees a Planner I, Planning Technician and Code Enforcement Officer.  If you are an enthusiastic team-oriented individual looking for an opportunity to work in a progressive and fast growing community this could be the position for you!

Applications Due:  This posting has a priority review date of Sunday, February 15th. Any applications received after this date will be considered on a rolling basis.

Example of Duties

• Performs and manages complex and sensitive professional planning projects, research and analysis.
• Troubleshoots issues and facilitates discussion and resolution.
• Develops and implements long range planning initiatives.
• Recommends and oversees amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance.
• Advises various boards and elected officials on planning-related issues.
• Supervises and gives direction to staff.
• Assigns work to professional staff, coaches employees and ensures appropriate training is provided.
• Oversees work of subordinates related to final plats, special event permits, plot plans, sign permits, annexations, zoning compliance letters, modifications to previously approved site plans and any special projects.
• Prepares reports on operations and activities, recommending improvements and modifications.
• Provides informal code interpretations.
• Participates in inter-departmental projects.
• Serves as acting Planning Director in his or her absence in rotation with others.
• Attends evening meetings

The Must Haves (Minimum Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in City and Regional Planning, Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Public Administration, Geography, or related field
• 5-7 years of experience in land use planning or related field

Set Yourself Apart (Preferred Qualifications)

• Master’s degree in field relevant to those listed above
• 1-2 years of supervisory experience