We are Hiring a Senior Planner

How to Apply

• Required Documents
  • Job Application (download here)
  • Cover Letter stating why you are interested in the position (in Microsoft Word or pdf format)
  • Resume including recent positions and list of qualifications (in Microsoft Word or pdf format)
• Three (3) Ways to Submit:
  1. Email us directly (click here)
     • with Subject Line: “Senior Planner”
  2. Drop off at City Hall (9 am-4 pm, M-F) (700 US-2, Leavenworth, WA 98826)
  3. Mail to City Hall (City of Leavenworth, PO Box 287, Leavenworth, WA 98826)

Position will remain open until filled; first review of applications is September 23, 2024

Questions? Give us a call at City Hall (509) 548-5275.

Job Description Overview

CITY OF LEAVENWORTH

POSITION TITLE: Senior Planner 

REPORTS TO: Community Development Director

DEPARTMENT: Community Development

FLSA STATUS: Full-time, exempt

SALARY RANGE: $6,099 to $8,173 per month

CLOSING DATE: First application review date is September 23, 2024; position is open until filled

POSITION SUMMARY:

The City of Leavenworth, an equal opportunity employer, is seeking an energetic, self-directed individual dedicated to the continuing success of the Community Development Department, which is responsible for current and long-range planning, zoning, development permitting, code compliance, and environmental review for the city.  

The ideal candidate will have five (5) years of progressive experience in city or county planning, with the ability to obtain AICP certification within one (1) year. Primary responsibilities include long-range planning, plan review, processing land use applications, facilitating the Design Review Board, issuing administrative decisions, code compliance, maintaining accurate records, and responding to inquiries from the public. Some evening meetings are required. Limited remote work is possible with this position.

For more information about the job and requirements, please see the full job description below.

Full Job Description