The Senior Planner will be immersed in and responsible for a variety of long-range planning activities within the department, including, but not limited to, maintenance and updates to the Comprehensive Plan, development of area, community, neighborhood and other planning documents and studies, assistance with capital planning, drafting of regulatory changes to support planning efforts, preparation of technical memos and presentations, researching specific planning issues and developing reports, and managing special projects. The Senior Planner will coordinate and often facilitate meetings with various County staff and departments, community partners, special interest groups, and citizens. This position will also work with various boards and commissions as needed. Candidates should be able to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team and have excellent oral and written communication skills.