Planning Manager

Planning Manager

The City of Decatur is seeking a forward-thinking, strategic, and experienced Planning Manager to guide the city's growth, enhance its built environment, and lead a talented planning team. In this high-impact leadership role, you'll oversee zoning and land use policy, help shape the City's Comprehensive Plan, and lead long-range initiatives in urban design, transportation, and redevelopment. If you're ready to drive real change and build a community that's more connected, equitable, and sustainable, this is your chance to lead with purpose. We support our employees with a strong package that includes :

• Competitive Benefits : 14.5 paid holidays per year (including 2 employee-selected days), comprehensive health coverage, an excellent pension plan, paid vacation, and sick leave.
• Relocation Reimbursement : Financial support to help cover moving expenses for qualified candidates.
• Dedicated Health Center : Free check-ups, chronic condition management, immunizations, bloodwork, and many free prescriptions for employees and their dependents.
• Tuition Reimbursement : Funding available for continuing education and professional development.

Key Responsibilities :

Leadership & Supervision :

Administrative & Budgetary Oversight :

Planning & Development Review :

Long-Range & Strategic Planning :

Research & Data Analysis :

Boards, Committees & Public Engagement :

Regulatory Compliance & Interagency Coordination :

Qualifications and Preferred Skills :

Minimum Qualifications :

Knowledge and Skills :

Sponsorship for Employment :

The City of Decatur does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B). To be considered for regular employment with City of Decatur, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a continuous basis.

More Details :

Residency : Employees are required to reside within 50 miles of the corporate limits of the City of Decatur. Upon appointment, employees may reside outside these limits but must comply with the residency requirement within 12 months to maintain employment.

Why Decatur? Located in the heart of Central Illinois, Decatur offers the perfect balance of professional opportunity and quality of life :

To Apply :

Ready to lead meaningful change and shape the future of a growing community? As Planning Manager for the City of Decatur, you'll play a vital role in guiding land use, development, and strategic planning efforts that impact how people live, work, and move throughout the city. If you're an experienced planner looking to take the next step in your careerwith the authority to innovate, lead a talented team, and influence citywide decisionsthis is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. Complete an application with all requested relevant information.

Incomplete applications will be rejected. Uploading a resume can prefill some application sections. All candidates are subject to a pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check post-offer. The City of Decatur is a drug-free workplace, including marijuana.