Planner I (JN26-61DP)

The Town of Collierville is hiring for a Planner I to join our Planning team! If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in your community, look no further! 

About The Town 

The Town of Collierville has all the amenities and services of a large metropolitan area successfully blended with historic charm and character. Through many years of visionary planning, Collierville has grown to be known as one of the most desirable communities in the nation to live, work, and learn. Because of this, we are very careful in selecting exceptional individuals to become part of our team. We provide amazing benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, Town provided life and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, pension, and more!  

What’s The Role? 

Working as a Planner, you can expect to play a key role in shaping the growth and development of the Town by reviewing and preparing detailed reports on zoning change requests, zoning variances, and proposed ordinances related to planning matters. You’ll conduct field studies and site surveys—often traveling to undeveloped properties—to gather original research data for planning projects, as well as research land use issues and develop strategies to address them. In this role, you’ll also take on special projects, collect and analyze housing, population, and construction data to support planning studies and policy recommendations. You’ll compile information and prepare background materials for agenda items reviewed by the Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, Historic District Commission, and Design Review Commission. During public meetings, you’ll provide technical staff support and may meet with citizens, developers, design professionals, and community groups to present planning information, regulatory requirements, and updates on pending applications. Additionally, you’ll guide applicants through the development review process—explaining ordinances, procedures, and submittal requirements—and regularly report to the Assistant Town Planner and other Town officials on the progress and status of ongoing planning projects and initiatives. 

Why Join the Planning Division in Collierville Now? 

• We are currently in the middle of a major update to the Town’s Comprehensive Land Use Plan with the help of an outside consultant. The project is scheduled to be completed in the Spring of 2027. This major update will likely be followed by a new Zoning Ordinance to implement the new Plan. All Planning Division staff participate in these projects and gain invaluable experience (and flex their planning skills). 

• We use innovative public education/engagement tools with planner-friendly software such as ERSI’s Storymap. 

• Our Division has a “career ladder” program so entry level staff have opportunities for growth within the organization. The Planner role has four distinct levels, I, II, III, and IV (Senior Planner). A qualified Planner would be eligible for advancement after 6 months. 

Minimum Requirements 

Here is what you need to be considered for the position of Planner I: 

• Bachelor’s degree with major course work in Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, or closely related field; supplemented by six (6) months previous experience in a municipal planning office; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. 

• Valid driver’s license 

• Experience with long-range planning and historic conservation preferred but not required. 

What's the Next Step?  

If this sounds like the perfect job for you, please download our general application from our website www.colliervilletn.gov, or you can also visit Town Hall and submit a physical application in the Human Resources Department.  Please note that you must submit an official Town of Collierville application to be considered for this position.  A resume will not be accepted in lieu of an application.