City Planner – City of Concord, NH

October 14, 2025 by APA-MA Administrator

The City of Concord is seeking a seasoned, collaborative, forward thinking, community service oriented professional to fill the position of City Planner in the Community Development Department Planning Division.

Working with the Deputy City Manager – Development, the City Planner is responsible for directing the daily operations of the Planning Division; supervising and directing the work of all Planning Division staff (a total of 7 positions / $800,000+/- operating budget); oversees staff support for the City’s various land use boards, commissions and committees; and coordinating the work associated with the preparation and implementation of the City’s Master Plan as well as regulatory amendments (see job description for a full list of duties and responsibilities). The ideal candidate will have a solid educational background in community planning, deep understanding and expert knowledge of planning principals / strategies / techniques, as well as significant experience and abilities in the areas of land use planning, zoning, development permitting processes and regulations, plan review, and master plans. Writing, public speaking, interpersonal skills, and community engagement skills are highly valued. In addition to strong planning skills, a positive attitude and collaborative approach is key to success. New Hampshire land use planning experience and AICP certification are strongly preferred.

The City offers competitive pay with a comprehensive benefit package to include low deductible health plans with HSA funding offered by Harvard Pilgrim, Delta Dental to include a lifetime orthodontia benefit, Delta Vision, New Hampshire Retirement System Pension, three choices of 457 Retirement Plans, Paid STD, LTD and PFML as well as free family pool pass for employees, free library card, and member guest rate for employees at our very own Beaver Meadow Golf Course. For a full job description, please visit www.concordnh.gov.

Instructions for applying: A City application is required. An application may be completed online and submitted electronically by visiting the City of Concord web site at www.concordnh.gov. For more information on applying, call (603) 225-8535 (voice) or TTY at 800-735-2964 or 7-1-1.

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