Planner (I, II, III)

Provo City

$59K — $112K *
Provo, UT 84604In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Urban or Regional Planning, Environmental Design, Landscape Architecture, or related field.
  • One year of related technical support experience in professional planning.
  • Valid lawful Driver License.
  • Two years of experience as a Planner I for level II candidates.
  • American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification preferred for Planner I.
  • Two years of experience as a Planner II for level III candidates.
  • AICP Certification required within 18 months of hire for Planner II.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with colleagues and community to develop long-range vision for city areas.
  • Evaluate planning proposals, permits, and business licenses for compliance.
  • Prepare and present detailed staff reports to various city committees.
  • Draft necessary agreements and documents to implement planning policies.
  • Conduct specialized studies on projects concerning land use, housing, and environmental impacts.
  • Inspect project sites to ensure compliance with zoning variances and certificates of use.
  • Review development proposals and assist developers with site plan acceptance.

Benefits

  • Generous employer-paid health insurance.
  • Retirement plans including 401k with matching.
  • Paid leave including vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leave.
  • Educational assistance for professional development.
  • Free access to Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena.
  • Half-price green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course.
  • Flexible 4/10 work schedule.
Full Job Description

Position Title:

Planner (I, II, III)

Job Posting Closing Date:

08/10

Provo City is looking for a full-time Planner (I, 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. The ideal candidate should have experience in long-range planning efforts, including community outreach and public presentations. Qualified applicants interested in performing this work for Provo City residents are encouraged to apply.

Job Details

What is the compensation package?

Pay Rate: (G28, 30, 33) $59,564 - $112,854 annualized rate (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

What are the main duties?

  • Work with other staff and the public to create long-range vision for specific areas of the city.

  • Review planning proposals, permits, and business licenses.

  • Prepare and present staff reports to the Planning Commission, Planning Commission Administrative Hearing, Board of Adjustment and Landmarks Commission.

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

  • 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.

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

  • One (1) year of related technical support experience to a professional planning function.

  • A valid, lawful Driver License.

  • Must meet the requirements above.

  • Two years of experience as a Planner I.

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

  • 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 August 11, 2026. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration.

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

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