ALTON, NH
“Town Planner”
The Town of Alton, New Hampshire (pop. Approximately 6,100) is seeking resumes for the full-time position of Town Planner. The Town is governed by a five-member Board of Selectmen with a Town Administrator. Alton is an SB2 (March) Town with an annual budget of approximately $10 million.
Responsibilities cover all functions of the Town Planner, supervision of Office staff, and working with the Planning Board. More specifically:
- Responsible for both current planning activities and long-range planning projects.
- Conducts regulatory reviews of site plan and subdivision development applications.
- Coordinates with the Town’s consulting engineers on engineering review of application and construction observations following Planning Board approval.
- Responsible for guiding long-range planning efforts such as master plan updates and other special planning studies.
- Works with the Zoning Amendment Committee and the Planning Board on annual amendments to the Zoning Ordinance.
- Must be able to initiate, develop, document, and present proposals and ideas to a variety of constituents including various boards, developers, and the public at large.
A detailed Job Description is available at www.alton.nh.gov with additional information.
Requirements include a degree in municipal planning or a related degree. Six years' experience in town planning or administration may be substituted for educational requirements. A working knowledge of engineering concepts and NH State Statutes is a plus. Any equivalent combination of experience and education that demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities to fulfill the position requirements.
Salary range is $78,000 - $90,000 . Starting salary will be dependent on qualifications and experience. Great benefit package.
Cover letter, resume, and references may be submitted via the following methods:
- Email: jobs@alton.nh.gov
- Drop off: Selectmen’s Office, Second floor of the Town Hall, 1 Monument Square.
- Postal Mail: Ryan Heath, Town Administrator
Town of Alton
PO Box 659
Alton NH 03809
Position open until filled. EOE.