APPLICATION DEADLINE: 11/30/2026 11:59 PM Central

The Metropolitan Council is the regional planning agency for the Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area providing essential services to our region: transportation, wastewater treatment, growth and development of local communities, affordable housing programs, and regional park systems.  

This position is eligible for hybrid (remote and onsite) teleworking.

The Community Development Division is responsible for the Council's regional long-range planning efforts; planning and technical assistance to local governments; planning for and funding the regional parks and open space system; delivering rental assistance through the Metropolitan Housing and Redevelopment Authority; and delivering the Livable Communities Act grant programs.

The Senior Planner will serve as the primary liaison between the Council and local governments as a Sector Representative by coordinating meetings and presentations, communicating Council policies, elevating local perspectives on regional issues, providing technical assistance, and building strong collaborative relationships with community and government partners.

Minimum Requirements:

Any of the following combinations of completed education (in geography, urban or environmental studies, urban planning, community development, or a related field) AND experience in long-range comprehensive planning, land use planning, or plan implementation with a local unit of government such as a city, county, or township. Must have demonstrated experience in effectively interpreting and communicating complex or technical information to lay audiences:

• Bachelor's degree and 4 years of experience
• Master's degree and 2 years of experience

For all levels of education, at least 2 years of experience must be in development review and permitting, ordinance writing, plan implementation, or long-range planning while working for, or on behalf of, a local unit of government such as a city, county, or township, as the staff planner or planning consultant.

Salary Range: $93,163.20 - $112,257.60 yearly

See complete job posting and apply:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/metrocouncil