Planner II - Town of Avon, Colorado

If you are looking for an opportunity as a Planner II in a Colorado mountain resort community, please review this position with the Town of Avon, Colorado. Avon is a growing and dynamic Colorado mountain community, situated between Vail and Beaver Creek Ski Areas, that offers many recreational, cultural, and

educational amenities for a well-balanced and healthy lifestyle. This opportunity will engage you in an amazing community and positive and professional local government organization. Avon is a full-service

municipality with around 6,039 full time residents and governed by a home rule charter and Council-Manager form of government.

The complete position profile describes a Planner II position along with qualifications, compensation, and

recruitment details. We are looking for an applicant who has a Bachelor’s degree or master’s in planning, Urban Design, or related field. Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in government or private sector planning required. Mountain resort community experience preferred. A master’s degree in planning may substitute for 1.5 years of experience. AICP certification preferred.

The compensation package includes competitive salary, healthcare, and other benefits. We encourage you to contact us if this might be a formidable next step in your professional career and are seeking a mountain lifestyle in the central Rocky Mountains of Colorado.

The Planner II is responsible for processing more technical development applications including minor subdivision and major development plan reviews, code amendments, minor PUD amendments, and special review applications. This position also provides zoning support, and participation in special planning projects, such as long-range planning initiatives. Additionally, this role involves developing, coordinating, and promoting effective policies and communications related to the Avon Municipal Code for the Town’s

Planning and Zoning Commission, Town Council, and the community. A key focus of this position is

to provide elevated technical knowledge and customer service to these entities.

To apply, please submit your application through the town’s website at avon.org/jobs.

The interview process will include initial video interview and follow-up in-person interviews with a tour of Avon for qualified candidates. Full background check will be completed on final applicant. The Town will conduct an ongoing review of applications and reserves the right to interview qualified candidates on a continual basis.

Contact for more information:

Human Resources

970.748.4450

Jobs@avon.org