Title

Town Planner

Department/Fund

General Fund/Administration

Pay Grade

350      $64,064 - $96,096

Status:

Non-Exempt

General statement of duties:

The Town Planner is involved in planning for growth and development within the Town of Grand Lake, CO, including areas under consideration for annexation to the Town.

This includes current and long-range planning, zoning enforcement, project coordination, and grant support.

This is a public-facing role that requires strong communication, coordination with multiple stakeholders, and a balanced understanding of development, conservation, and small-town character.

Supervision received:

Town Manager

Supervision exercised:

Code Enforcement

Specific duties and responsibilities:

• Approximately 30% (or 12 hours/week) of this position will be dedicated to grant-related work, which includes managing affordable housing development projects, implementing a system to expedite review of affordable housing projects, serving as a liaison to architects, developers, and contractors, pursuing/managing funding opportunities for affordable housing, and tracking/reporting Proposition 123 requirements.
• Works with the Planning Commission and Town Board of Trustees to plan future land use, zoning, infrastructure, and public spaces.
• Reviews land use applications to ensure development meets Town requirements with the goal of making urban areas functional, safe, and appealing for residents and visitors alike.
• Serve as Building Code Administrator; reviewing Building Permit applications and land use (subdivisions, planned developments, variances, etc.) applications. 
• Perform inspections related to development applications and zoning enforcement.  
• Answer homeowner and developer questions regarding land use regulations and the building permit process. 
• Plan for and manage Town-sponsored development and improvement projects including interfacing with developers and construction team. 
• Present recommendations to Planning Commission and Town Trustees both orally at public meetings and in written form. 
• Suggest revisions to Municipal Code sections related to Zoning, Subdivision, Land Use, Building, and Design Standards. 
• Assist the Town Manager as required.
• This position will work closely with the Town Manager, Town Treasurer and consultant as available to administer grants. 
• Grants administration including acknowledging the Board’s vision and funding priorities, networking with funders, determining best fit/date opportunities, recommending, grant compilation, response to funder questions, proper accounting, tracking of grants and for preparation of grant financial reports to satisfy reporting needs.

Required education and experience:

• Masters Degree in Urban or Regional Planning preferred,
• Degree in a related field, such as Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, a Bachelors Degree in Urban and Regional Planning, and commensurate experience in a related field required. 
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to obtain a Colorado Driver’s license.
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification preferred or ability to obtain within 1-2 years.

Required knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Previous experience with a local government, professional design firm, building contractor or land developer desired. 
• Working knowledge and proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet development, GIS, GPS and other applicable computer applications preferred. 
• Able to read and understand subdivision plats, building and site plans. 
• Good written and verbal communication skills. 
• Ability to provide high quality customer service to the public, developers, and contractors.
• Ability to work as a team member with Town staff and with Town appointed and elected officials. 
• Familiarity with Colorado planning statutes, land use law, and building codes is strongly preferred.
• Experience in small or mountain communities is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Indoor and outdoor environments; work alone; travel from site to site; incumbents may be exposed to noise, dust, inclement weather conditions, and potentially hostile environments.
• Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office and field environment; to stand, stoop, reach, bend, kneel, squat, climb ladders, and walk on uneven terrain, loose soil, and sloped surfaces; to lift and/or carry light weights; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; ability to operate a vehicle to travel to various locations; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. Regularly required to reach with hands and arms, stand, walk, and use hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or equipment.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include near acuity, far acuity, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Minimum of four years’ experience working as a Planner for a local government.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

• Moderate noise with frequent interruptions in a busy environment.
• Work performed is both inside and outside that includes, noise, vibration, moving/mechanical parts, and potential exposure to biological substances, caustic chemicals, and various forms of wildlife and their deposits.
• Exposed to sun and occasionally exposed to wet conditions and lightning.
• Regular contact with staff and frequent interface with public and agitated property owners.
• May be required to attend evening meetings and occasional weekend events.

Successful Demonstrated Qualities:

• Courteous and clear communicator
• Willing to listen
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with Town employees and Town contracted law enforcement.
• Trustworthy; strong personal integrity
• Demonstrates strong level of accountability and ownership
• Collaborative/Team oriented
• Exhibits professionalism with the public, coworkers, and management
• Organized, with strong attention to detail and communication skills
• Excellent troubleshooting skills.
• Strong interest in small-town community values, environmental stewardship, and quality design.
• Proactive problem-solver who can adapt to evolving community needs.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer with excellent benefits including full medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insurance, an HRA program and an 8% matching 457 contribution. We value a "work hard, play hard" lifestyle, and all full-time employees receive 240 hours of PTO per year in addition to 6 paid holidays. Other perks include a $5 annual membership to the Grand Lake Center (fitness/recreation) and the shared use of two Grand passes, which offer free and discounted access to a multitude of local services and amenities including Winter Park Ski Resort, golf courses, restaurants, gear rentals and more! 

Please submit resume, cover letter, application, and background check release form to acarrell@toglco.com

Application and background check release form can be found at https://www.townofgrandlake.com/administration/page/employment-opportunities