Planner – City of Portland, Maine – part-time - This is an opportunity for a half-time professional Planner position in Portland's Department of Planning and Urban Development, ensuring that the development in Portland meets all requirements and contributes to the growth and vitality of the city. Conducts development reviews under land use ordinances and regulations involving site plan, subdivision, conditional use, Shoreland zoning, and other review criteria, as well as requests for rezoning and planning policy assignments. The Planner works as part of the City’s review team with colleagues in engineering, landscape, fire, traffic, and other disciplines. Requires excellent technical planning skills, as well as organizational and communication skills. Must provide excellent customer service, and be responsive to neighborhood and citizen input. Position requires a degree from a four year college or university with specialization in planning, land use policy, community development, landscape architecture, or related field. Masters degree in City Planning or related field preferred. GIS experience desirable. The position is budgeted for 18.75 hours per week. Additional hours may be authorized based upon the budget. Send cover letter and resume to the Human Resources Office, Room 115, City Hall, 389 Congress St., Room 115, Portland, ME 04101, fax (207) 874-8937or email to jobs@portlandmaine.gov by no later than Friday, February 3, 2012.