Planning Manager - Morrisville, NC

This post has a priority deadline of 1/31/2026; all applications received before then will be reviewed first. · Live Connected. Live Well. · As one of the fastest growing and most diverse towns in North Carolina, Morrisville offers employees the opportunity to work, live, and thr ...

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This post has a priority deadline of 1/31/2026; all applications received before then will be reviewed first.
Live Connected. Live Well.
As one of the fastest growing and most diverse towns in North Carolina, Morrisville offers employees the opportunity to work, live, and thrive in a community devoted to the essential values of
dedication
,
innovation
,
courtesy,
and
integrity
. Accompanied by market competitive compensation and excellent benefits, Morrisville is located adjacent to the highly sought-after Research Triangle Park (RTP) area of the Raleigh-Durham metro community. We continue to develop a team full of independent thinkers and doers who create positive outcomes through a culture of collaboration. Do you think differently and want to enhance the well-being of people who live, work, and play in your community? If you answered
YES
, then we invite you to read on

What is in it for YOU? Just the highlights…

• Market competitive compensation, reviewed regularly to ensure it remains top tier
• Vacation accrual rate based on active Local Government Employees Retirement System (LGERS) or Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS) service.
• Town of Morrisville will accept any unused sick leave transfer from participating LGERS and TSERS employers
• A commitment to work-life balance, including hybrid work opportunities for applicable positions

About The Town Of Morrisville
In just over 20 years, the Town of Morrisville has expanded its population nearly six times to over 32,000 residents. Our proudly diverse community is expected to reach full population growth in the next three to five years at approximately 35,000 residents. As our vibrant community begins an exciting transition to redevelopment recreation, greenways, sustainability, and well-being are all at the forefront of our planning process. With a median household income nearly double the state average, residents stay in Morrisville because of the superb quality of life. A proud recipient of the 2021 All-American City Award, we invite you to join our team
About The Morrisville Planning Department
The Planning Department plays a central role in shaping Morrisville's future. Our mission is to guide growth and redevelopment in a way that balances economic vitality, environmental stewardship, and community character. From reviewing development proposals and updating long-range plans to engaging with residents on zoning, transportation, and sustainability initiatives, our team ensures that Morrisville continues to thrive as a vibrant, connected, and welcoming community.
About The Role
We want individuals who are committed to a career in planning and public service – a motivation the team is willing to invest in. If you are looking for a place to kick off your career or continue building in one of the nation's fastest growing hubs, look no further
What You'll Do
The Planning Manager is responsible for and participates in advanced, highly complex professional planning activities. The position supervises all levels of planners, a Planning Technician, and a Code Enforcement Officer. Work in this class is performed by more than one position so work will vary depending upon assignment. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Planning Director.
Some specific examples include (this is not an exhaustive list and is only for illustration purposes

• Performs and manages complex and sensitive professional planning projects, research and analysis.
• Monitors and ensures compliance with local, state and federal laws.
• Troubleshoots issues and facilitates discussion and resolution.
• Oversees specialized planning functions such as large-scale new development proposals and significant rezoning applications.
• Develops and implements long range planning initiatives.
• Recommends and oversees amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance.
• Advises various boards and elected officials on planning-related issues.
• Supervises and gives direction to staff.
• Assigns work to professional staff, coaches employees and ensures appropriate training is provided.
• Oversees work of subordinates related to final plats, special event permits, plot plans, sign permits, annexations, zoning compliance letters, modifications to previously approved site plans and any special projects.
• Evaluates operations and activities of assigned responsibilities.
• Prepares reports on operations and activities, recommending improvements and modifications.
• Monitors staff performance and conducts performance evaluations.
• Administers, monitors and controls expenditures of subordinates.
• Provides informal code interpretations.
• Participates in inter-departmental projects.
• Advises the Planning Director on planning related matters.
• Serves as acting Planning Director in his or her absence in rotation with others.
• Attends evening meetings.

Of course there are always the other duties as assigned category
The Must Haves (Minimum Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in city and Regional Planning, Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Public Administration, Geography, or related field
• 5-7 years of experience in land use planning or related field

Set Yourself Apart (Preferred Qualifications)

• Master's degree in field relevant to those listed above
• 1-2 years of supervisory experience

The talent acquisition goal of the Town of Morrisville is to secure and retain the most suitable applicant for each vacant position. The Town of Morrisville recruits, hires, employs, trains, promotes, and compensates individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. Our Town has longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, natural hair or hairstyles, ethnicity, creed, color, religious belief or non-belief, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, national origin or ancestry, National Guard or veteran status, political affiliation, age, disability, genetic information, or other protected characteristics protected by law.
The Town of Morrisville also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or as a result of other needs protected by law. If you need to inquire about an accommodation or need assistance with completing the application process, please email