North Country Council has an immediate opening to hire a full time regional planner with benefits. The generalist planner we seek will work throughout our large rural region 1) assisting communities with transportation-related plans and projects; 2) updating overarching regional plans (e.g., long-range transportation plan, scenic byway corridor management plan; Broadband Access Plan); and 3) providing technical assistance back-up on other local land use issues (e.g., master plans, zoning, subdivision regulations).

North Country Council is the state and federally designated regional council for the northern third of NH and an equal opportunity employer. NH's North Country is the home of 51 municipalities and 25 unincorporated areas, the 800,000 acre White Mountain National Forest, and the headwaters of several large New England rivers.

Preferred candidates will have earned a BA/BS or higher degree in planning or a closely related field and have 2-5 years of local and regional planning related work experience. Advanced degrees can be substituted for some work experience. Ability to drive and attend occasional night meetings is essential. AICP certification is preferred.

If you are a planner and want to experience northern New England at its finest, we urge you to send a cover letter, resume, and three references to:

North Country Council Regional Planner Search
107 Glessner Road
Bethlehem, NH 03574

No phone calls please.

Bachelor’s degree in planning, transportation, community development, environmental studies, or closely related field and one year of related experience. Also required are an understanding of generally accepted principles and practices of planning, good project management skills, research and analytical skills, familiarity with common office computer applications; excellent writing and presentation skills; strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work both in a team and independently.

Familiarity with New Hampshire land use and planning law and with GIS tools are a plus.

Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to attend evening meetings.

please forward a resume and cover letter to:

Kerrie Diers, Executive Director
Nashua Regional Planning Commission
9 Executive Park Drive, Suite 201
Nashua, NH 03061

or via e-mail to karenb@nashuarpc.org.

This position is currently funded through September, 2014. A job description and additional information about the agency is available at www.nashuarpc.org. EOE

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s Degree in Urban Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Public Administration or related; and some experience related activities; or two years of additional work
experience in municipal planning operations plus a Bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the Master’s Degree. Candidate should possess excellent communication skills and knowledge of land use theory & urban design and the ability to read & interpret topographic/engineering/architectural plans; substantial knowledge of ArcGIS, AutoCAD, CorelDRAW as well as Microsoft and Excel is preferred.

NOTE: Offer of hire conditional on candidate’s ability to complete essential job functions, with or without accommodation, as determined by passing a medical exam, including alcohol and drug tests.

Although submission of a resume is optional, candidates must complete a City of Manchester Employment Application, available at City of Manchester website (Human Resources/Job Application Instructions) or in person at HR Dept. City Hall Annex.

See the complete job posting.

Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

The City of Manchester is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The Town of Hanover, NH seeks a full-time Director of Planning and Zoning. Reporting to the Town Manager, the Director of Planning and Zoning manages all Planning, Zoning and Code Enforcement activities for the community. The Director manages a department of six full-time and part-time employees, and also is designated to act as the Town Health Officer, assisted by two Deputy Health Officers. The Director regularly interacts with a team of 10 Town department heads in a highly collaborative work setting.

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and completed Town of Hanover application. Submissions without a completed Town of Hanover application cannot be considered.

Applications may be submitted in person or by mail, fax or email to:

Human Resources Department
41 South Main Street
PO Box 483
Hanover, NH 03755

humanresources@hanovernh.org

Background check required.

The Town of Hanover is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Town of Rindge, NH is seeking a highly qualified and motivated individual for the position of Planning Director. The Director performs highly responsible administrative and technical support functions for the Planning Board. Responsibilities include first level review and consultation function with applicants concerning subdivision and site development plans. Overseeing the daily operation of the office; reviewing and processing applications for subdivisions, site plans and permits; preparing for, scheduling, and attending Planning Board meetings; providing information and assistance to the public regarding planning and development issues; and providing administrative support for the Board. The Director is also responsible for the maintenance / update of the town’s local land use regulations, frequent communications with the public, and special projects such as the update of the Town’s Master Plan.

Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2013. Please mail a cover letter, resume and three references to:

Rindge Planning Board
Kirk Stenersen, Chairman
Town of Rindge
Planning Department
30 Payson Hill Road
Rindge, NH 03461

Or email to planning@town.rindge.nh.us