Town Planner, Town of Pendleton
Provide professional planning advice and technical expertise to Town leadership, staff, boards, developers, and the public. Direct and administer development review: zoning administration, subdivision and site plan review, and land‑use regulation. Review and interpret architectural, engineering, planning, and landscape architecture plans for compliance with ordinances, design standards, and regulations.
Evaluate development proposals for consistency with the Comprehensive Plan, zoning and subdivision codes, and applicable state/federal requirements. Manage land‑use applications (rezonings, special uses, site plans), prepare staff reports, and present recommendations to boards and Town Council. Lead periodic updates to the Comprehensive Plan and development regulations; analyze growth trends and advise on impacts. Coordinate multi‑department and interagency project reviews to secure timely approvals.
Research, draft, and review ordinances, policies, and development standards. Provide staff support to the Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, Design Review Board, and other committees. Support code enforcement activities as needed and perform related duties as assigned.
Bachelor’s in urban/regional/environmental/community planning, landscape architecture, architecture, civil engineering, or related field is required for consideration; Master’s preferred.
Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible municipal planning, land development, or community development experience (including regulatory review & project management) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification is highly preferred.
Interested candidates are asked to apply through the FGP posting at https://www.fgp.com/jobs/townplanner-52036/. The application period will remain open until the position is filled. Applications will be
reviewed on an ongoing basis by the FGP team.
Candidates must meet the qualifications listed above in order to be considered. Questions about the role may be directed to Christin Mack, Practice Lead, Public Sector, Nonprofit, and Community Impact Executive Search, at cmack@fgp.com.