Assistant – Associate Planner

The City of Missoula is hiring for a planning professional on our Permits and Land Use team. This position will review permits for compliance with zoning and design standards; identify and resolve issues affecting complex building and development permit applications and violations of land use regulations; provide information and assistance to developers and the public on land use, including subdivision, rezoning, and annexation. Our Permits and Land Use planning team will also be involved in broad code reform efforts aimed at aligning our regulatory code with our goal to promote equitable growth and a resilient and sustainable community. The Planner will perform professional planning duties related to the development of policy, the implementation of related municipal plans and the review of public and private development in alignment with the City’s regulations and goals. Assistant Planner: Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, architecture, public policy, geography, environmental sciences, or another related field and one (1) year of professional planning experience; or any combination of education and experience equivalent to five (5) years. Associate Planner: Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, architecture, public policy, geography, environmental sciences, or another related field and two (2) years of professional planning experience; or any combination of education and experience equivalent to six (6) years. Job Status: Union Affiliated - MFPE Details: Priority screening will begin on Tuesday, May 30, 2023. It is in your best interest to apply by this date. Applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established. To Apply: All applicants must submit the City of Missoula Application, a Cover Letter, and a Portfolio item