Position of Harwich Town Planner
TOWN PLANNER
TOWN OF HARWICH, MA
The Town of Harwich seeks candidates to fill the vacancy of Town Planner. The Town Planner
performs technical and administrative work evaluating information, preparing reports, and assisting
the Planning Board with making land use related decisions. Knowledge of Massachusetts zoning law
and local zoning practices; knowledge of planning and environmental issues; working knowledge of
GIS. Ability to work independently, conduct independent research and analyze and interpret results;
read plans, prepare reports and formulate recommendations; draft bylaw amendments and
regulations; establish and maintain effective working relationships with local officials and the general
public. Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree in planning preferred; five years of professional
planning experience, preferably in local or regional government; or an equivalent combination of
education and experience. Massachusetts municipal experience is preferred. Starting Salary
$66,938. This position offers a generous benefits package that includes medical coverage. Cover
letter, resume, job application and three references must be submitted to the Town of Harwich, Town
Administrator’s Office 732 Main Street, Harwich, MA 02645, or Fax to (508) 432-5039, or e-mail to:
srobinson@town.harwich.ma.us. Harwich is an EOE. Town of Harwich Employment Applications can
be found HERE. Application review will begin August 15, 2016.
The position is open until filled.