Planner 2 - Plan Review - Land Development Division
Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County
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Job overview
The Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County seeks an experienced Planner 2 to review complex land development cases within the Planning Commission. The role involves high‑level communication with departments, developers, and the public, analysis of urban design issues, preparation of reports and presentations, and adherence to time‑sensitive deadlines while supporting public service loan forgiveness eligibility.
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Nashville/Davidson County is seeking experienced individuals to join the Land Development and Design Division. It is an exciting time to be a part of a team that is shaping Nashville’s future. This position is non-Civil Service and located with the Planning Commission.
The Planner 2 will be responsible for reviewing complex land development cases. Current planning experience for a local government is desired.
This position qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness for qualifying loans.
- Communicate at a high-level with other Metro departments, development professionals, citizens, and engineers is desired.
- Accurately process, review, analyze and critique complex development issues with an emphasis on good urban design principles.
- Prepare items and make presentations to the Metropolitan Planning Commission.
- Write clearly and prepare concise and accurate letters, reports and presentations.
- Attend meetings and speaks to the public as needed.
- Provide information with attention to detail.
- Compliance with time-sensitive deadlines.
- Provide clear and timely communication with a variety of stakeholders.
- Prioritization and negotiation skills.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's Degree in Planning, or related field, from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of related experience OR Master's Degree in Planning or related field from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of related experience.
LICENSES REQUIRED: Valid Driver License may be required for some positions in this classification.
Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply. Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.
- Working knowledge of basic legal principles of land development and zoning
- Working knowledge of form-based codes and New Urbanism
Applications will be accepted through December 4th, 2023.
Qualified applicants should send letter of interest, resume and relevant work samples to:
Randi Semrick Human Resources Administrator Metro Nashville Planning Department 800 President Ronald Reagan Way P.O. Box 196300 Nashville, TN 37219-6300 or E-mail to: [email protected] (No Phone Calls Please)
We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.
Requests for ADA accommodation for the recruitment process should be directed to Randi Semrick at 615-862-7150.
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