The City of Oberlin is hiring a Planning and Sustainability Initiatives Coordinator to lead professional planning work focused on sustainable development, land use, zoning, housing, climate resiliency, and community development. The coordinator will help ensure development and city initiatives advance Oberlin’s Comprehensive Plan, Social Equity Plan and Climate Action Plan, working with city departments, residents, businesses, developers, Oberlin College and regional partners.
Key responsibilities include:
- Reviewing development proposals, site plans, subdivisions and zoning applications and preparing recommendations
- Developing and carrying out sustainability and climate initiatives, including energy efficiency, renewable energy and greenhouse gas reduction
- Administering sustainability programs, including the city’s Sustainable Reserve Fund
- Supporting the Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals and City Council
- Researching and helping secure grants for planning, housing, sustainability and infrastructure projects
Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in urban planning, environmental studies, sustainability, public administration or a related field and two years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree and one year of experience. Municipal planning, sustainability or project management experience and AICP, LEED or similar certification are desirable. A valid Ohio driver’s license is required.