As one of North Carolina’s fastest-growing communities, the Town of Mooresville combines innovation, teamwork, and community pride to deliver exceptional public service. Mooresville is a thriving, connected community dedicated to providing outstanding services that foster inclusivity and vibrancy for all. Guided by our PAC-IQ values (People, Agility, Communication, Innovation, and Quality), we empower employees to collaborate, think ahead, and make a meaningful impact every day.

Work alongside a team committed to innovation and collaboration, creating positive change for the community!

Why Join the Town of Mooresville

We value our employees and invest in their success with a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits are among the most competitive in the region and include:

• 5% Town contribution to your 401(k), no employee match required
• Choice of three medical plans, including an HSA plan with Town contributions
• Town-paid life insurance at 1.5× annual salary
• Fully paid short- and long-term disability coverage (up to $8,000 per month)
• Wellness Incentive Program, with A discount of $240 annually on medical premium for participation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering 24/7 mental health and work-life support
• Volunteer Time-Off: 16 hours per calendar year to volunteer at any approved agency or organization
• Vacation Leave: Starting 2026, new hires receive 14 vacation days upfront!
• Holidays: Employees accrue 13-14 paid holidays per year
• Floating Holiday and Wellness Day: New hires receive one Floating Holiday and one Wellness Day up front each year
• Bereavement Leave: Up to five days per occurrence for deaths within the employee’s immediate family
• On-site clinic for eligible employees and dependents coming in 2026!
• Additional perks include down payment assistance, pet insurance, gym reimbursement, and more!

About the Role

The Planner II or III performs responsible, professional work requiring independent judgment and technical expertise in a wide range of planning functions, including land development, current planning, ordinance administration, long-range planning, GIS, transportation planning, community development, and code enforcement.

Depending on level and assignment, this position may supervise staff and provide oversight of core processes such as current planning, code enforcement, long-range planning, transportation planning, GIS, and community development.

This role represents a key position in supporting Mooresville’s continued growth and development, ensuring projects align with the Town’s policies, ordinances, and vision for the future.

• Ensure private development, Town projects, and regional initiatives follow adopted plans, ordinances, and policies governing land use and development within the Town’s jurisdiction.

• Administer the Town’s Zoning Ordinance, applicable sections of the General Code, and other policy documents related to land use, community development, and affordable housing.

• Work closely with developers, property owners, consultants, and the public to facilitate meetings, gain input, and ensure compliance with Town policies.

• Serve as staff liaison to various Town boards and commissions, such as the Planning Board, Board of Adjustments, Historic Preservation Commission, Environmental Protection Commission, Beautification Committee, or others as assigned.

• Prepare and present reports, analyses, and recommendations to boards, committees, and elected officials.

• Conduct research, prepare studies, and draft ordinances, policies, and plans addressing community development, land use, and transportation.

• Manage special projects and coordinate consultant contracts related to comprehensive planning, community development, housing, or transportation.

• Review technical reports, studies, and analyses related to zoning, traffic, housing, or environmental impact.

• Apply for and manage grants, ensuring documentation and compliance with applicable regulations.

• Coordinate and manage land development and zoning administration processes, including rezonings and conditional use permits.

• Oversee staff assignments, project prioritization, and performance evaluations as applicable.

• Perform related duties as required.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Planning, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, or a related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in planning, site design, and/or development review.
• Certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) preferred.
• Certification by AICP within one year of hire or similar professional certification required, based on job focus.
• Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver’s License.

Planner III

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Planning, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, or a related field.

• Seven (7) to ten (10) years of experience in planning, site design, and/or development review.

• One to three years of supervisory experience preferred.

• Professional certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) or similar professional certification required within one year of hire, based on job focus.