Planning and Development Facilitator: The Town is seeking applicants for a Planning and Development Facilitator to start immediately. The primary role of this position is to assist the Plan Commission and Building Inspector with planning and development matters. The secondary role is to perform general office support functions as directed by the Clerk-Treasurer. This is a part-time position of up to 24 hours per week, including office hours of 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Attendance at Plan Commission meetings, usually the fourth Wednesday evening of each month, and Town Board meetings when Plan Commission recommendations are considered, usually the first Monday of each month, is required. Benefits available include participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System, health insurance, paid holidays, and paid time off. Hourly wages will be $25-$30, depending on qualifications. See the full advertisement and position description linked below.
The ideal candidate would have a degree or experience in planning, geography, real estate, or a related field; strong organizational and verbal and written communication skills; the ability and willingness to work with others to address sometimes challenging development proposals and circumstances; the ability to work under deadlines with competing priorities; and be proficient in a wide range of software applications. A valid driver’s license and reliable personal transportation are required. A criminal background check will be required, and the position holder must be bondable according to State Statutes and able to obtain a notary public certification.
To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and completed application form to the Clerk at clerk@tn.cottagegrove.wi.gov.
Planning and Development Facilitator Advertisement
Planning and Development Facilitator Position Description
Request for Proposals for a Planning Consultant: The Town of Cottage Grove wishes to contract with an outside consulting firm or individual to provide planning and development review services, referenced herein after as "Town Planner". The purpose of this Request for Proposals ("RFP") is to retain a consulting Town Planner who has experience with towns to provide services to the Plan Commission and Town Board on an as-needed basis, including assistance with the periodic review/amendment process of the Comprehensive Plan and land use related ordinances; developer and landowner meetings and advice on conceptual proposals; and review, reporting, and recommendations on petitions for rezones, conditional use permits, and design/site plan review of commercial projects. Coordination with other Town professionals (e.g., engineering consultant, Town Clerk) and County planners is also expected. The Town Planner shall perform other duties as may be set forth within the Town's Comprehensive Plan, subdivision regulations and other Town ordinances, provide both short-term and long-term planning recommendations, or any additional planning matters as directed by the Town. See the linked RFP for further details.