City Planner - City of Mandan
Employment / Posted Jun 4, 2026 | 10:00 AM by Amy / 17 views
The City of Mandan, North Dakota is currently accepting applications for the position of:
City Planner – Grade 23
Must apply on the company website to be considered: https://city-of-mandan-nd.hireonthego.com/
Position Details
Salary: $91,986.50 to $114,983.12/year (Depending On Experience)
Status: Full-time/Exempt
Department: Engineering & Planning
Closing Date: Monday, June 22, 2026 (At 9:00 a.m. CT)
*Applications without a resume will be disqualified.
Click here for more information on the department: City of Mandan – Planning
JOB SUMMARY
This position performs and oversees professional planning duties in support of the positive development of the City of Mandan.
MAJOR DUTIES
- Oversees and manages the operations of the City Planning Department to ensure efficiency and strategic alignment of the City’s goals.
- Prepares amendments to the Mandan Code of Ordinances and to the Land Use and Transportation Plan.
- Serves as primary contact for development inquiries related to land use entitlement processes such as rezoning, variances, land use amendments, subdivision plats, etc.
- Writes staff reports consolidating department and agency comments with recommendations.
- Works with consultants on plans, studies, grants, etc.
- Prepares and presents staff reports, resolutions, and ordinances to relevant commissions and boards.
- Manages geographic information system (GIS) data to prepare maps and conduct analysis.
- Facilitates other special projects such as real estate sales, grant development, etc.
- Represents the city as a member of the Metropolitan Planning Organization.
- Develops and oversees department budget.
- Performs related duties.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
- Knowledge of land use and transportation planning principles.
- Knowledge of GIS software.
- Knowledge of legal principles as related to municipal planning.
- Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
- Skill in reviewing plans and specifications.
- Skill in development and update of land use and transportation plans.
- Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
This position has direct supervision over the Administrative Assistant and the Assistant City Planner.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.
- Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the diverse objectives and functions of the subunits in the division/department in order to direct and coordinate work within the division/department, usually interpreted to require three to five years of related experience.
- Possession of or ability to obtain American Institute of Certified Planners certification.
- Possession of or ability to obtain Certified Floodplain Manger certification preferred.
