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Planner I

City of Lincoln/Lancaster County
Lincoln, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 2/8/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Planner I position at City of Lincoln/Lancaster County?

Are you Interested in about shaping the future of development in our community? Join our Planning and Development Services Department in the Development Review Division and play an important role in guiding thoughtful land use and development decisions.
 
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., with occasional evenings and weekends as needed.

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package available! Click on the Benefits tab for details.
 Be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and making a real difference in the community. Apply today and help us build a better tomorrow!What You’ll Do:

  • Collaborate with the public and the development community to provide guidance and expert advice.
  • Review and evaluate land use proposals, ensuring conformance with zoning, subdivision regulations, and design standards.
  • Prepare professional reports and make impactful recommendations to elected and appointed officials.
What You’ll Bring:

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills paired with the ability to connect with diverse individuals.
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving and a passion for public service.
  • Planning experience or a master’s degree in city, regional, or urban planning (or a related field) is highly desired.
Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in planning or in one of the related social or engineering sciences; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the desirable knowledge, abilities and skills.

Salary : $65,811 - $87,776

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