Planning Supervisor

Salary : $106,329.60 - $127,649.60 Annually
Location : City of Pasco, WA
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Number: 2510.030
Department: Community & Economic Development
Division: Planning
Opening Date: 03/04/2025
FLSA: Exempt

SUMMARY OF POSITION
This position performs advanced-level professional planning functions under the direction of the Community and Economic Development Director. This role will supervise the Planning team, manage complex/critical planning projects, and ensure all planning activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations. The Planning Supervisor will lead high-level customer meetings, collaborate on development reviews, and provide key input on strategic planning initiatives while ensuring effective team performance, staff supervision, performance management, and professional growth. The Planning Supervisor also supports the preparation of budgets and provides technical expertise as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Responsibilities and duties may vary based on department or City needs. Assignments include, but are not limited to:

• Supervision
  • Supervises, trains, and mentors planning division staff, ensuring timely task completion and professional development.
  • Set clear goals for staff and ensure adherence to City standards, policies, and procedures.
• Advanced Level Planning
  • Manage and oversee complex planning projects, including land use reviews, zoning applications, and critical development assessments.
  • Serve as the City's technical expert on urban planning issues, providing guidance to the City Council, Planning Commission, and other stakeholders.
  • Draft and evaluate ordinances, code amendments, and policy documents to align with city growth strategies and legal requirements.
  • Manage and oversee consultant contracts and external partnerships, ensuring timely completion of projects.
  • Lead the implementation of the City's comprehensive and strategic planning objectives.
  • Track key projects, maintain records, and ensure compliance with state and local regulations, including the Growth Management Act (GMA) and State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA).
• Stakeholder Engagement
  
  • Represents the Planning Division at City Council, Planning Commission, and other public meetings, clearly presenting complex planning concepts.
  • Resolves planning-related conflicts and disputes with community members, developers, and other stakeholders in a professional and tactful manner.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Stays current on developments, trends, and legislation related to planning and zoning.
• Monitors and responds to changes in local, state, and federal regulations impacting planning activities.
• Responds to resident inquiries, complaints, and requests for information, resolving issues professionally.
• Provides technical guidance to the public, developers, and staff.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:
Any combination of education, skills and experience sufficient to demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions and knowledge required for the position.

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, or related field.
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in planning or development review.
• One (1) year of supervisory or lead experience preferred.

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements:

• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• Certifications related to planning (e.g., AICP) preferred.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

• Work is primarily performed in an office setting with occasional field visits required.
• Attendance at evening meetings, including City Council and Planning Commission sessions, may be required.
• Occasional travel for training, conferences, or site visits may be necessary

The City offers a full benefits package with affordable options for full family coverage for medical, dental, vision and life insurance. Maintaining a positive work life balance is important, to help aid this balance, employees receive great vacation, sick, and paid holiday benefits.
01

What is your highest level of education?

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, or a related field
• Master's degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, or a related field
• Bachelor's degree in an unrelated field
• No bachelor's degree

02

How many years of experience do you have in planning or development review?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 2 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 5 or more years

03

How many years of experience do you have in a supervisory or lead role?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 2 years
• 3 or more years

04

What best describes your experience with land use reviews and zoning applications?

• I have conducted land use reviews and processed zoning applications
• I have drafted or evaluated ordinances, code amendments, or policy documents
• I have led the implementation of comprehensive or strategic planning objectives
• I have no experience with land use reviews or zoning applications

05

Which planning-related regulation or law do you have the most experience working with?

• Washington Growth Management Act (GMA)
• State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA)
• Local zoning and land use regulations
• None of the above

06

Have you managed consultant contracts or external partnerships for planning-related projects?

• Yes, I have managed contracts and partnerships for planning projects
• No, I have not managed contracts or partnerships for planning projects

07

Do you currently hold or are you pursuing a professional certification related to planning, such as AICP?

• Yes, I hold an AICP or similar planning certification
• No, but I am currently pursuing a certification
• No, I do not have or plan to obtain a certification

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