Position Type: Town of Plainville/Town Hall
Date Posted: 8/31/2026
Location: Town of Plainville
WE'RE HIRING: ASSISTANT TOWN PLANNER / CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICERTown of Plainville, Connecticut |
Location: One Central Square, Plainville, CT
POSITION OVERVIEWWorking under the general direction of the Director of Planning & Community Development and administrative supervision of the Town Manager, the
Assistant Town Planner / Code Enforcement Officer administers Plainville's land use programs including zoning, wetlands, subdivision, and aquifer protection regulations. You will serve as a vital link between the public, property developers, and municipal boards while managing GIS mapping and coordinating our Sustainable CT initiatives.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES- Regulatory Administration: Review, manage, and inspect applications for zoning, wetlands, subdivisions, and aquifer protection to ensure compliance.
- Community & Board Support: Serve as key technical staff for the Planning & Zoning Commission, Conservation Commission, Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission, and Zoning Board of Appeals (includes attendance at required evening meetings).
- GIS & Mapping: Update and maintain the Town's zoning and wetlands maps using ESRI ArcGIS software; maintain land division inventories.
- Field Inspections & Enforcement: Conduct site inspections (including in variable weather conditions), investigate property maintenance/blight complaints, and resolve violations diplomatically.
- Leadership & Sustainability: Serve as Acting Director in the Director's absence and coordinate the Town's Sustainable CT program initiatives.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS- Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in planning, Geography, Public Administration, Environmental Science, or a related field, combined with 3 4 years of related work experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in CT land use laws, site plan/blueprint interpretation, ESRI ArcGIS/ArcMap, MS Office, and Zoom.
- Certifications: Valid CT Driver's License (with personal vehicle for travel). Must obtain CT Association of Zoning Enforcement Officials (CAZEO) certification within 2 years of hire. AICP certification preferred.
- Soft Skills: Exceptional oral/written communication skills, diplomatic problem-solving under public pressure, and strong organizational focus.
SALARY RANGE- Expected Starting Salary Range: $83,173.56 - $93,569.14 (Dependent on experience and qualifications)
- Full Salary Range: $83,173.56 - $103,965.70 (Grade 112) (Reflects long-term career growth within the role.)
HOW TO APPLYApplications will be accepted on-line through 4:00PM, Monday, September 14, 2026. This position will remain open until filled.
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- Assist Town Planner Code Enforcement
