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Principal Planner, City of Appleton, Appleton, WI

Principal Planner

City of Appleton
Professional Area: 
Economic Planning and Development
Experience: 
3-5 years
Contact person: 
Human Resources
Phone: 
920-832-6458
Location: 
AppletonWI




We are seeking a highly motivated individual for the position of Principal Planner. This professional position is primarily responsible for conducting and administering both long range and current planning projects. This position requires discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and polices of the work unit, to perform complex research and analysis of planning data, and to serve as lead planner on complicated planning projects, including long-range comprehensive planning updates and amendments and other neighborhood plans. The incumbent works as part of a team with other planners under the supervision of the Community and Economic Development Director. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication and analytical skills, a working knowledge of complex planning and land use issues, the ability to work and meet multiple deadlines, and work effectively as part of a team. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Planning or related field, three to five years of professional planning experience, or equivalent combination of experience and training. The starting salary range is $50,211-$62,753, plus an excellent fringe benefit package. Regular attendance is required. If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete an on-line application at www.appleton.org by no later than Sunday, July 6, 2014. Resumes without an application will not be considered. City of Appleton Human Resources Department/6th Floor 100 N. Appleton Street Appleton, WI 54911 Phone: 920-832-6458 Email: humanresources@appleton.org Equal Opportunity Employer