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American Planning Association Massachusetts Chapter · 1 month ago

Director of Planning and Community Development

Norwell, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$87K/yr - $110K/yr

5+ years exp

The American Planning Association Massachusetts Chapter is seeking a highly motivated Director of Planning & Community Development for the Town of Norwell. This role involves guiding planning and development initiatives, managing municipal planning and land-use development, and collaborating with local authorities on community development projects.

Non-profit Organization Management

Responsibilities

Guide planning and development initiatives for the Town

Develop, direct, organize, coordinate and administer the Town’s municipal planning and land-use development

Approve site plans, affordable housing, redevelopment, and all community development functions and activities

Provide insight and recommendations to the Town Administrator and Planning Board on land use and community development projects

Qualification

Municipal planning experienceLand use lawsAICP certificationPublic administration degreeServiceLeadershipCollaborationIntegrity

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, municipal/urban planning, economic development, engineering, or related field

At least five (5+) years of municipal planning experience or any equivalent combination of education, training, certification, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform essential functions of the job

Valid Massachusetts Class D Driver's License required