Planner I or II
Salary
$29.99 - $43.55 Hourly
Location
FC 200 W Oak, CO
Job Type
Regular
Job Number
202600265
Department
Community Development
Opening Date
07/06/2026
Closing Date
7/26/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Full/Part Time
Full Time
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
Overview
Larimer County Community Development, located in Fort Collins, Colorado, is recruiting for a strong candidate within our team as a Planner I/Planner II (Depending on Qualifications)!
Larimer County Community Development, located in Fort Collins, Colorado, is seeking a collaborative and customer focused planning professional to join our team. As a Planner, you will work closely with a supportive development review team to help guide development projects, implement land use plans, and provide exceptional service to community members, applicants, and internal partners.
The ideal candidate has experience with land use planning, development review, and interpreting planning regulations, along with strong communication and problem solving skills. We value collaboration, continuous learning, and professional growth, and are committed to providing the resources and support you need to succeed and advance in your career.
To learn more visit - https://www.larimer.gov/communitydevelopment.
Responsibilities
What youll be doing:
- Accepts, reviews, and evaluates various land use applications; prepares and presents staff reports, including analysis and recommendations.
- Applies the Larimer County Land Use Code in a manner consistent with County policies and procedures.
- Assists in the analysis and drafting or refinement of land use regulations and procedures.
- Assists in the development and execution of methods to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of adopted regulations, procedures, plans, programs, and strategies.
- Conducts meetings involving the general public, special interest groups, County staff, County boards and commissions, and any others as assigned.
- Responds to requests for information from citizens, developers, and others for a wide variety of inquiries including, but not limited to, County plans, policies, procedures, regulations, and pending development and building permit applications.
- Performs special studies and projects as assigned and required.
- As assigned, serves as staff to the Board of County Commissioners, Planning Commission, or other commissions and committees, including preparation of reports and recommendations.
To view the full job description, visit - https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Planner_I & https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Planner_II.
What were looking for:
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
- Principles and practices of urban planning and land use regulations.
- Group process, group dynamics, meeting facilitation, negotiation, mediation, and group problem-solving principles and techniques.
- Specific technical subject matter as may be required to fulfill the job duties assigned to a given staff position including, but not limited to, land use planning, historic preservation, landscape architecture, natural resource ecology, or site planning.
- Correctly apply relevant laws, regulations, intergovernmental agreements, plans, policies, and procedures.
- Collect and analyze data, develop routine plans and reports, and make recommendations.
- Effectively and efficiently perform development review functions.
- Effectively respond to conflict situations and people in conflict.
- Provide professional customer service to clients and public.
- Accomplish the assigned workload in a timely manner and meet established performance standards and objectives.
Qualifications
All candidates will be screened for the following required minimum qualifications. Any candidate who does not meet all of the qualifications listed as required will be eliminated from the process.
This position could hire as an Planner I or II depending on qualifications.
Planner I
- One (1) year of experience in professional planning or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities preferred.
- Bachelors degree, or equivalent education, from an accredited college or university in Urban Planning or a related field required.
- Possess reliable transportation to be able to work in any County facility as needed and required.
Planner II
- Three (3) years of experience in urban planning or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities with at least two (2) as a Planner I in Larimer County, or comparable experience, required.
- Bachelors degree, or equivalent education, from an accredited college or university in Urban Planning or a related field required.
- Masters Degree from an accredited college or university in Urban Planning or a related field preferred.
- Possession of AICP (American Institute of Certified Planners) certification preferred.
- Possess reliable transportation to be able to work in any County facility as needed and required.
Benefits
Here's what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
- FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
- Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
- Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
- 457(b) Deferred Compensation
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Want to dive into the details? Check out Larimer Countys Benefits. https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits.
Supplemental Information
Schedule
The typical schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. A hybrid work option may be available after the successful completion of the probationary period. Attendance at occasional night meetings is required.
Other Information
An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.
All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.
Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.
For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.
Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
- Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
- Short and Long Term Disability.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
- 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
- Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.
Click here to view information on Larimer Countys Benefits.
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Please choose one of the Larimer County guiding principles listed that you feel most applies to you and this position - Larimer County will add value to the lives of its citizens today and in the future by:
- Being good stewards of public resources.
- Promoting innovation, adaptability, and committing to continuous improvement.
- Providing consistent quality customer service.
- Empowering people to take responsibility.
- Cultivating collaborative partnerships.
- Being a fulfilling, respectful, and enjoyable place to work.
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Based on your choice in the previous question, describe how you would apply this guiding principle in this position.
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Are you a current or previous employee of Larimer County?
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Do you have reliable transportation to travel to and work at any County facility as needed?
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Do you have at least one (1) year of experience in professional planning or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities?
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Do you have a Bachelors degree, or equivalent education, from an accredited college or university in Urban Planning or a related field?
Required Question
Employer Larimer County