Senior Planner

Job Description:

Senior Planner

Description

Description

Vacancy is in the Planning Division of the Development Services Department . Under general supervision, manages transportation projects in accordance with the City's Plan of Conservation and Development and Complete Streets Policy. Reviews and provides feedback on plans for streetscapes, traffic calming pilots, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, trail studies, restriping projects, local microgrant programming, and more. Coordinates with vendors, other departments, external public agencies, and community stakeholders to deliver projects in a timely manner. May prepare concepts, preliminary studies, reports, memos, and recommendations on various transportation topics including, but not limited to, traffic calming, transit shelter design, and parking. Administers grant-funded projects, which may require familiarity with federal and state funding requirements. Processes invoices, change orders, and reimbursement drawdowns in addition to proposing budget allocations for both the Complete Streets Fund and Capital Improvement Transportation Asset Class Projects. Reviews and studies appropriate federal, state, and local legislation and best practices as it affects the implementation of transportation infrastructure and policy. Prepares professional reports and makes presentations to elected officials, commissions, and other public bodies. Facilitates the Complete Streets Task Force, providing updates to the public and community partners. Participates in advisory committees for shared mobility, road safety, Vision Zero, and others on an as needed basis. Leads community engagement efforts for transportation projects, from managing email and phone intake of transportation inquiries to the coordination of event logistics such as the development of flyers, distribution of announcements, and creation of presentation content. Attends evening meetings on a monthly basis and weekend events as needed.

The above essential duties and responsibilities are not intended as a comprehensive list; they are intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may be required to perform additional related duties.

This is a CHPEA Union position and the hours of work are 40 per week.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The examination will consist of rating your training and experience as contained on your application. It may also include a written test, an oral test, or a combination thereof. All parts of the examination, including tests and ratings, will be related to the requirements of the position. The examination will be designed to measure the:

Knowledge of:

• Modern principles and practices, technical legal issues and research methods of city planning.
  
• Federal, state and local laws, policies, procedures, and regulations governing land-use planning and zoning.
  
• Development, land use and site plan reviews, including historic and wetlands review practices.
  
• Zoning, wetlands and historic preservation.
  
• Modern office methods, practices, procedures and equipment, including computer hardware and software necessary for graphic presentations, mapping and database management.
  

Ability to:

• Analyze, interpret, summarize, and present administrative and technical information and data in an effective manner and prepare clear and concise reports.
• Effectively perform simple to complex site plan review, with associated analysis and justifications as needed.
• Research, interpret and apply federal, state and local law, policies, procedures, laws and regulations.
• Recommend modifications or changes to local codes, ordinances and procedures to reflect best practices.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff, government officials, outside agencies, contractors and the general public.
• Interact with a diverse population.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• To learn and perform a wide variety of simple to complex planning work with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

Open to all qualified applicants who meet the following qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited college with major work in land use planning, urban studies, public or business administration, architecture, political science, sustainability, community development, law or a closely related field AND two (2) years of responsible professional experience in urban development or planning.

OR

An Associate's degree AND four (4) years of experience in land use planning.

Licenses; Certifications; Special Requirements:

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification preferred.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
Work is performed primarily in an office environment with travel to different sites. Incumbent may be required to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

A COPY OF YOUR DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION. A DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT SUBMITTED WILL BE VERIFIED BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT.

If selected, you will be required to pass a physical examination administered by a City physician, a drug and alcohol screening examination, and a background check. If appointed, you will serve 3-12 months of probation. This examination and employment process is subject to all federal, state, and municipal laws, rules and regulations.

Other Information

• Application must be completed in its entirety, including required documentation. Applications without proper documentation shall result in your disqualification.
• All correspondence and information concerning the application and testing process will occur via email, unless otherwise requested at the time of application.
• Please be sure to check your junk and spam email for all recruitment communication.
• Applications via facsimile or email are not accepted.

EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCES AND LEGAL NOTICES

• Hartford Residency Preferred: Preferably be a bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application. A completed City of Hartford Residency Affidavit including proof of residency as indicated on the RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT may be submitted.
  
• Veteran's Preference Form: Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a Veteran's Preference Form , along with a DD-214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran's Affairs.
• American With Disabilities Act:The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
• An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

Closing Date/Time: 10/31/2025 5:00 PM Eastern

Salary:

$70,331.04 - $84,397.30 Annually