The City of Salida Community Development Department is seeking a Associate Planner to join our team!
Salida is a fast-growing small city of approximately 6,500 residents located along the Arkansas River in south central Colorado, and is the county seat of Chaffee County (population approximately 22,000). It has been described by The New York Times as “The Outdoors Life, With No Attitude.” Salida was also recently named the best “Unsung Mountain Town” by Outside magazine. Situated at 7,000 feet at the southern edge of the Upper Arkansas River Valley, it is surrounded by fifteen 14,000+ foot peaks and ample public lands. Its historic downtown (the largest historic district in the state) is home to a thriving community of restaurants, art galleries, and retail establishments. As a popular jumping-off point for rafting “the Ark” in the summer, skiing Monarch Mountain in the winter, and a plethora of other outdoor recreation activities throughout the year, the city is a destination, but also a true community of dedicated, fun-loving locals.
The Associate Planner plays a key role in shaping Salida’s growth and development by implementing the City’s Land Use Code and reviewing land use and building permit applications. This position focuses on day-to-day planning and development review while also contributing to long-range planning efforts that help guide the community’s future. The Associate Planner works closely with applicants, City staff, and boards and commissions to provide clear guidance, ensure code compliance, and support updates to planning policies, ordinances, and the City’s Comprehensive Plan.
Hiring Range $63,000 to $82,000 annually, dependent on experience and qualifications . The City offers a full benefits package for this position including medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(a) and 457 retirement plan options with employer match, Personal Time Off, life insurance, disability benefits, swim benefit at the Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center, and discounted golf.
Please submit resume and cover letter by clicking on this link: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment…
The City of Salida is an Equal Opportunity Employer.