Planning Director
Town of Milton, Vermont
March 27, 2015
Professional Area:
Planning Management, Budgeting and Finance
Experience:
3-5 years
Contact person:
Erik Wells, HR Coordinator
Phone:
802-891-8020
Email:
ewells@town.milton.vt.us
Location:
Milton, VT
The Town of Milton, Vermont seeks to fill the position of Planning Director.This is a highly responsible professional position working in the development and implementation of various planning, zoning and economic development initiatives. Under the direction of the Town Manager, this Department Head position serves as the senior in-house resource for planning issues and directs the functions of the Planning and Zoning Department, its budget and its staff.
Other responsibilities of this position include:
- Providing technical assistance to various Boards and Commissions, the public, municipal staff and consulting engineers regarding applicable rules, regulations and statutes pertaining to planning, zoning and development, and works with developers to resolve outstanding issues associated with various applications.
- Serving on various committees to protect the Town’s best interests and provide expertise.
- Reviewing local ordinances and regulations, and environmental impacts facing the Town.
- Making projections of growth by analyzing trends, population, development and demographics.
- Attending various night meetings in the performance of responsibilities.
Requirements:
- A thorough knowledge of the current principles and practices associated with municipal land use planning. Ability to accurately interpret and apply codes, ordinances, and statutes, make public presentations and effectively communicate orally and in writing.
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Urban Affairs, Natural Resource Planning, Landscape Architecture, Public Administration or a related field. A Master’s Degree in one of these fields is highly desirable.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in the area of municipal planning or public affairs is required.
This is an exempt position with a salary range of $52,000 to $65,000 based on qualifications and experience. The Town of Milton offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Those interested in this position are encouraged to complete a Town of Milton Employment Application and submit it with their resume and a cover letter to Erik Wells, Human Resources Coordinator. Applications will be accepted through email at ewells@town.milton.vt.us or postal mail at 43 Bombardier Rd., Milton, VT 05468. A Town of Milton Employment Application and a complete job description are available on the Town Website.
Milton (pop. 10,700) is located in northwest Vermont on the shores of Lake Champlain in Chittenden County, just minutes from Burlington. It is known as a wonderful location for families and businesses to grow. Due to the town’s population growth during the last census period, it is now the eighth largest community in Vermont. It is managed through a Selectboard/Town Manager form of administration, and employs 50 full-time employees along with part-time staff members and numerous volunteers.
This position is open until filled. The Town of Milton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.