Our Senior City Planner applies codes and policies in the review of development applications. Work assignments primarily involve the review and processing of land development and zoning applications, policy review and formulation, area and corridor planning, downtown revitalization, and other current planning initiatives. Work will increase in scope and responsibility with experience.

This opportunity will be available to applicants until Friday, January 10, 2025 at 3:00pm.

A current resume is required, and a cover letter is preferred.

The salary range for this position is $84,012 - $113,417 annually with a hiring range of $84,012 - $98,714 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

Do you thrive in a fast paced, people-oriented environment?  Is attention to detail one of your strengths?  Then the Senior City Planner position may be perfect for you!  Development Services is looking for an exceptional individual with experience in development review and a passion for providing excellent customer service.  Our team is highly collaborative, welcoming, and appreciates the contributions of both experienced and newer Planners.  Our office is located in downtown Loveland, with close proximity to dining, the art community, and many cultural events, as well as easy access to nature, outdoor activities, and our park systems.  

Please view our video Working at Loveland to learn more about our exceptional Loveland community and the benefits of working for the City.

Essential Functions

• Prepare staff reports recommending actions to be taken by the Zoning Board of Adjustment, Planning Commission and City Council, and provide oral and graphic presentations in support of staff reports.
• Receive and coordinate the processing of development applications (including annexation, zoning, subdivision, and variance requests) in coordination with other city departments.
• Maintain clear communication with applicants, providing guidance to facilitate compliance with City regulations, good planning practice and timely project completion.
• Interpret and explain provisions of the City Code, applicable laws and regulations, and other policies and standards to the public, applicants, City officials, and other City staff.
• Provide high-quality customer service to various internal and external customers.
• Conduct a variety of planning research activities including the development of revised regulations which implement policies of the Comprehensive Master Plan and good urban planning practice.
• Provide urban design analysis in facilitating policy and regulatory improvements.
• Provide assistance as needed to other City offices in furthering design and planning objectives.
• Serve as chairperson or liaison to various committees as assigned.
• Perform field inspections to determine compliance of site improvements with approved plans.
• Review various planning applications and construction drawings for compliance with established standards and regulations.
• Assist in the development and presentation of various plans, policies and studies as assigned.
• Coordinate, facilitate, and/or attend neighborhood meetings and assists as applicable in negotiating acceptable solutions to neighborhood concerns and issues relative to land use and development applications and proposals.