Provo City

Planner II, III


Pay$62812.00 - $100235.00 / year
LocationProvo/Utah
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: REQ-3708

      Position Title:

      Planner II, III

      Job Posting Closing Date:

      06/03

      Provo City is looking for a full-time Planner (II, or III) to perform professional planning work in the Development Services Department. This work includes researching and dispensing information related to planning and zoning within the City. Qualified applicants interested in performing this work for Provo City residents are encouraged to apply.

      Job Details

      What is the compensation package?

      Pay Rate: (G30, 33) $62,812 - $100,235 annualized (paid in bi-weekly installments)

      Provo City offers generous employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans, including 401k and 401k matching; paid leaves, including vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leaves; educational assistance; competitive pay; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the market. Employees also receive great perks: free use of the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena, a Provo Library card, 50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course, a 4/10 work schedule , and others. For more information about benefits click here.

      What are the main duties?

      • Prepare and present staff reports to the Planning Commission.

      • Draft agreements or other documents which may be required to effectively implement policy.

      • Coordinate and carry out environmental policies and mandates affecting the City from State and Federal governments.

      • Review proposals for development within the flood plain and make recommendations.

      • Perform special studies on projects assigned by the Development Services Director or designee which may include such areas as land use, housing, environmental studies, computer modeling, traffic, street studies, or other related studies.

      • View and inspect project sites for compliance with certificates of use, occupancy and land use or zoning variances.

      • Review development proposals and work with developers on acceptable site plans.

      • Assist other staff members as needed and perform other related work as required.

      What are the minimum requirements?

      Provo City will honor equivalent experience.

      Planner II

      • Bachelor’s degree in Urban or Regional Planning, Environmental Design, Landscape Architecture, or related field.

      • Two years of experience as a Planner I.

      • American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification preferred.

      Planner III

      • Must meet the requirements above.

      • Two years of experience as a Planner II.

      • American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification required within 18 months of hire.

      What is the selection process?

      Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted, with the first screening being held on June 4, 2025 . Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration.

      If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

      Why Provo City?

      Provo City has a vision for continued prosperity based on citizen priorities. To deliver on those priorities, the Administration developed a brand promise to establish the high standards of our community identifies as the Provo Pillars: Welcoming, Safe and Sound, Economically Vibrant, and Forward Looking, together we are building a strong foundation for a community that is honored both nationally and locally. Provo is consistently recognized nationally for its outstanding quality of life, well-being, and as a beautiful place to live. Visit provo.gov to learn more!

      Provo City is an equal employment opportunity employer.

      Full Time/Part Time:

      Full time

      Position Type:

      Regular

      Scheduled Hours:

      40
  • About the company

      Provo is the fourth-largest city in Utah, United States.

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