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.

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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 Merrimack, NH (Pop. 28,000+) Community Development Department seeks to hire an experienced professional for the position of Assistant Planner. This is a highly responsible position implementing the planning and zoning processes of the Town.

For full job advertisement see: www.merrimacknh.gov/positionopenings

Bachelors Degree in Planning or related field, plus three years of progressively responsible experience in a municipal, county or state land use planning environment. Ability to work professionally with persons representing a diverse range of viewpoints and disciplines is a must. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, is required.

Interested parties are invited to send a completed Town Application and a resume with letter of interest to:

Sharon Marunicz
Merrimack Town Hall
6 Baboosic Lake Road
Merrimack NH 03054

No email please. Applications will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. Friday, May 10, 2013.

For a Town Application and further information please visit www.merrimacknh.gov/positionopenings.

EOE

The Southeast Land Trust of New Hampshire, a leading regional land conservation organization serving 39 towns in southern New Hampshire, seeks an energetic and well-organized person who wants a challenging yet rewarding job as Office Manager and Outreach Coordinator.

The qualified candidate will have demonstrated skills and experience to work in a fast-paced, team environment with colleagues motivated to conserve the region's most special places. The Coordinator is the foundation of the organization's office, devising, implementing, and administering well-organized and effective systems to support the implementation of the mission and related programs of the Land Trust. The Coordinator also plays a significant role in developing and managing major outreach and fundraising events. 32-40 hrs/week.

Submit cover letter and resume to info@seltnh.org.

JOB SUMMARY
Assists the Planning Board in the administration, compliance, review, and interpretation of adopted codes and ordinances. Assists and evaluates processes to citizens for both residential and commercial development. Ensures code compliance in all planning and environmental issues. Maintains high level of communication with the Town Manager.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Performs assigned functions independently under the general supervision of the Town Manager. Work is reviewed and evaluated based on observation of results, reports and recommendations of the Planning Board.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
May supervise other clerical personnel assigned to the department.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
(Except as specifically noted, the following functions are considered essential to the position. The listed examples of essential duties may not include all duties associated with the position of Town Planner.)

• Attends all Planning Board meetings. Provides professional administrative guidance.
• Coordination of the Enfield Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District Committee and General Administration of the TIF District.
• Renders technical assistance to the Board, citizens, applicants and industry professionals. Provides excellent customer service at all times, and presents a friendly & professional attitude on behalf of the town.
• Maintains current knowledge of Town ordinances, as well as state laws and federal regulations relative to planning and the Enfield Zoning Ordinance.
• Reviews subdivisions and site plans; assists in preparation of all planning documents; conducts on-site inspections for compliance. Maintains decisions and records. Adheres to the spirit and intent of the Master Plan, focusing the planning board to the vision of the Master Plan. Makes recommendations as to timely updating of the Master Plan, when required.
• Remains up to date for all current and impending laws associated with planning.
• Maintains the Town’s street numbering system.
• Works with Town Manager and Administrative Assistant to produce annual updates for presentation to the Planning Board and Budget Committee.
• Issues appropriate letters, orders and decisions relating to planning matters.
• Investigates and follows up on formal complaints.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Applications should be submitted to:

Steven Schneider, Town Manager
23 Main Street
PO Box 373
Enfield, NH 03748

www.enfield.nh.us/

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 Southern New Hampshire Planning Commission (SNHPC) is offering a research internship for a graduate student. The intern will work with the SNHPC staff on numerous planning projects.

Applicant must be a continuing graduate or undergraduate student available to work at least 37.5 hours per week for at least six months, possibly longer. He/she shall have a good understanding and keen interest in planning and community development. Programs used are Microsoft, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and ArcGIS 10. Excellent interpersonal and writing skills and high initiative also required. The applicant must provide their own transportation to and from the Planning Commission office in Manchester, NH.

Applicant to start by March 1, 2013 and the position will remain open until filled.

Please send letters of interest, resumes, and writing samples to:

David J. Preece, AICP
Executive Director
SNHPC
438 Dubuque Street
Manchester, NH 03102

or Fax to (603) 669-4350; or email to dpreece@snhpc.org.

The organization: The New Hampshire Community Loan Fund, a statewide, nonprofit community development financial institution located in Concord, N.H., has an immediate opening for an energetic Organizational Development Specialist for our ROC-NH team.

The position: The Organizational Development Specialist provides training and assistance to members of resident-owned manufactured-home communities, both individually and in groups. This individual helps members understand their roles and responsibilities in order to moreeffectively manage their resident owned communities, and fosters empowerment and community spirit. The Organizational Development Specialist also provides training and assistance to homeowners in investor-owned manufactured-housing parks, and assists them with purchasing and operating their parks as cooperative corporations, or resident-owned communities.

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Interested applicants may send a resume and cover letter, including salary expectations, to the Community Loan Fund at jobopening@communityloanfund.org.

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