City Planner/Community Development Director
The City of Newport is looking fill the position of City Planner/Community Development Director. The full time planner will perform administrative and technical planning work using independent judgement and discretion. Duties include administering municipal zoning, design guidelines, research and analysis in processing land development applications from submittal to site occupancy, code enforcement, assisting city officials and committees, long range planning and coordinating with other local, county and state agencies. Knowledge of grant writing and grant administration as well as a Bachelor’s degree in urban or regional planning or related field, and previous experience in public management and planning preferred. Successful applicants will be required to pass a background check, physical and drug screen. Applications and resumes must be submitted by noon on April 29th. Applications and job descriptions are available at Newport City Hall and on the City’s website at www.cityofnewport-tn.com