Principal Planner - Brunswick

Start Date: September 30, 2024 | End Date: March 29, 2025
County: Cumberland County
Job Type: Planning

The Town of Brunswick Planning and Development Department is seeking a Principal Planner.  This position is responsible for managing complex planning projects and programs; providing staff support to designated boards, commissions, or committees; crafting zoning ordinance amendments and developing other local planning-related legislation; researching and writing reports; assisting the Director and staff with site plan reviews; and other planning activities in support of the department. This position requires significant knowledge of planning and zoning laws and best practices, and effective facilitation skills. The Principal Planner coordinates assigned activities with other divisions and departments and provides complex administrative support to the Planning & Development Director.

This is a key staff position and a challenging opportunity in a fast-paced work environment, utilizing skills in the areas of detailed coordination, facilitation, and project management. This position will require making public presentations, strong and detailed writing skills, as well as creative problem-solving skills to assist our Town into the future.

The Principal Planner ideally would hold a degree in planning, urban planning or policy or in a closely related field and at least five (5) years of experience in planning and administration, or equivalent combination of education and experience. American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification preferred.

The full salary range for this position is $82,332 to $106,937. The starting pay will be pursuant to qualifications and budgetary allowance. The Town of Brunswick offers an excellent benefit package including options for health, dental and/or life insurances; short-term disability, retirement plan choices, educational reimbursement, paid vacations, sick time and 13 paid holidays.

TO APPLY:  Submit a Town of Brunswick employment application, cover letter, and resume to:

Human Resources
85 Union Street
Brunswick, ME 04011
HR@brunswickme.org

Employment applications are required from all applicants and are available along with the job description at the Human Resources Office, 85 Union Street, Brunswick, or at www.brunswickme.org. 

We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications as soon as possible. While there is no fixed deadline, we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may close the posting once we find the right candidate. Early applications are highly recommended to ensure full consideration.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Town of Brunswick considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, physical or mental disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state, and/or local law.