The Campbell County and Municipal Planning and Zoning Commission (Planning Commission) is a joint planning unit including unincorporated Campbell County and the cities of Crestview, Melbourne, Silver Grove, Southgate, and Woodlawn. The Planning Commission is seeking a professional team that can assist with an update of its Comprehensive Plan, including the Goals and Objectives.  While the primary focus of the updated Comprehensive Plan will be on these six jurisdictional areas comprising the Planning Commission,  the future growth and development of the whole the county shall be considered in the updated Plan.

The selected consultant shall undertake the services necessary to prepare a Comprehensive Plan that meets the requirements of KRS 100 and provides a useful tool to the Planning Commission. The Plan shall encompass a twenty (20) year forecast and include both short-term and long-term recommendations. A working knowledge of Campbell County, Kentucky is required.  Electronic submittals are preferred. The letter of interest shall be limited to twenty pages and shall include identification of the team, proposed staffing, work plan, availability to deliver the plan, and at least two reference contacts for the proposed project manager. Up to two teams will be selected for in-person interviews. 

The URL for the request posting can be found here (PDF format). 

The Hopkinsville-Christian County Planning Commission, dba Community and Development Services (CDS), seeks to employ a Principal Planner. The position requires:

1. A Master’s Degree in Planning, Public Administration, Community Development or related field with at least five (5) years of experience in Planning or Community Development, OR
2. A Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Public Administration, Community Development, or related field, with at least seven (7) years of experience in Planning or Community Development, AND
3. The acquiring of an AICP certification within two (2) years of employment.

Applicants should possess excellent oral and written communication skills,
demonstrate initiative and cooperation in a fast-paced working environment, and have the ability to perform detailed research pertaining to urban planning and community development. The successful applicant will be responsible for drafting long-range plans, ordinances, regulations and guidelines governing growth and development within both municipal and county jurisdictions as well as administrative planning activities. Necessary skill sets include analytical reasoning, critical thinking, project administration, comprehensive planning, mapping, and the ability to work independently as well as in a group setting.

The salary is based upon both education and experience with a salary range from $50,000 to $70,000 and a hiring range from $50,000 to $60,000. There is a competitive fringe package available. Interested applicants should apply by submitting a cover letter, resume and three (3) references on or before February 17, 2023 or until position is filled. Applicant information should be addressed to Community and Development Services, P.O. Box 1125, Hopkinsville, KY 42241-1125, Attention: Principal Planner or should be sent via email to cgreen@comdev-services.com
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