Assistant Planner or Associate Planner - City of Sun Valley, Idaho

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The City of Sun Valley is hiring either an Assistant Planner or an Associate Planner, depending upon the qualifications of the selected candidate, to join our team in the Community Development Department. The primary responsibilities for the Assistant or Associate Planner position are guiding development applications through the review process and closing projects out after construction. We’re looking for someone who is passionate about custom residential design, contributing their best efforts in a team-based environment, and living and working in a world-class mountain/resort town setting. This position works closely with other employees in the department and throughout the organization as well as local residents, building contractors, design professionals, and the general public. Traits that will lead to success in this role include attention to detail, adaptability, flexibility and a solutions-oriented outlook. The position has recurring core responsibilities but because City Hall is a dynamic place, we are looking for someone with a willingness to lend a hand where needed, when needed. The position is open until filled; the first round of applicant reviews will occur August 18th. You can find the complete job posting at www.sunvalleyidaho.gov/employment.


Department: Community Development
Reports To: Community Development Director
FLSA Status and Pay Grade:
Assistant Planner Full-Time, Exempt; starting range $26.44 - $31.25/hour ($55,000 - $65,000 annually
Associate Planner Full-Time, Non-Exempt; starting range $31.25 - $36.05 ($65,000 - $75,000 annually)
Location: Sun Valley City Hall, 81 Elkhorn Road, Sun Valley, ID 83353

The City provides one of the most comprehensive benefits packages in the Wood River Valley, including: 


  • Generous paid vacation, holiday, and sick leave

  • Excellent health, vision and dental insurance for the employee and their immediate family

  • Monthly gas mileage reimbursement, annual wellness reimbursement, and a shared ski pass

  • A monthly housing allowance of $600 and tuition assistance (available in qualifying circumstances)


Phone calls about the position are welcome and encouraged – reach out to Brittany Skelton, Community Development Director, at 208-622-4438. The City of Sun Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer; preference will be given to qualified Veterans.


To apply, please submit all of the following to Nancy Flannigan, City Clerk, at nflannigan@sunvalleyidaho.gov:

A Veteran’s preference form, if applicable (available at www.sunvalleyidaho.gov/employment)

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