Deadline: June 25, 2024
Department: Planning and Zoning
Job Type: Full-time, Non-Union/At-Will
FLSA Status: Salaried/Exempt
Pay Grade/Range: 32 (Min. $94,766 – Max. $142,148)
Reports To: Township Manager
Supervisory Responsibility: Community Planner, Zoning Administrator, Ordinance
Enforcement Officer, Administrative Assistant
Ferguson Township, home to more than 19,000 residents and located close to downtown State College and The Pennsylvania State University in beautiful Centre County Pennsylvania, seeks a Director of Planning and Zoning to join our administrative team!
Reporting directly to the Township Manager, the Director of Planning and Zoning directs and administers the Township’s Planning, Zoning, and Code Enforcement programs in accordance with Township ordinances such as land use and zoning as well as applicable state and federal regulations. The Director plays a critical role in overseeing and managing planning and zoning activities throughout the Township and serves as the Township Zoning Officer.
The Director will be a strategic leader with a comprehensive knowledge of the physical, social, economic, and legal implications of local planning activities and the ability to integrate diverse planning projects with the overall objectives of the Township. This position requires a deep understanding of planning principles, zoning regulations, land use management, community development strategies, and the provisions established in Pennsylvania’s Municipalities Planning Code.
The Township enjoys an excellent quality of life with exceptional schools, a low crime rate, and access to many recreational, cultural, and historical amenities. The community has a blend of suburban and rural character, providing all the amenities offered by a major university while retaining the rural charm of its many acres of beautiful farmland and public open space through its eleven parks. Ferguson has been ranked as the fifth best suburb in Pennsylvania and one of the state’s safest communities. The Township has been designated as a Sustainable Pennsylvania Certified Gold Community and is a bike-friendly community.
Candidate Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Urban or Community Planning, Architecture, Public Administration, Political Science, or a related field and a minimum of three years of experience in local planning or a related field in Pennsylvania; or
- Bachelor’s Degree in Urban or Community Planning, Architecture, Public Administration, Political Science, or a related field and a minimum of five years of experience in local planning or a related field in Pennsylvania; and
- Demonstrable working knowledge in applying the provisions of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code.
- American Institute of Certified Planners certification or ability to obtain within one year of accepting employment in the position; must maintain for duration of position.
Recognizing the importance of recruiting and retaining its valuable employees, Ferguson Township employees enjoy a generous benefits package, including health, vision, and dental insurance coverage with low premium shares and low deductibles, paid parental leave, group life and short-term disability insurance that is fully paid by the Township, generous leave time and retirement benefits (including a 10% contribution by the employer!), and options for additional employee-paid benefits such as long-term disability insurance and a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
How to Apply
Please visit our website to download the full job description and to apply.
Ferguson Township is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We seek to recruit and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, pregnancy, parental status, sex (including gender, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation), disability, marital status, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, past or present military service, or other non-merit factor.