EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR-PLANNING COMMISSION

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Boone County Planning Commission is interested in hiring an Executive Director effective August 1, 2026. Formed in 1966, the Boone County Planning Commission is a joint city/county planning commission serving the Boone County Fiscal Court and the Cities of Florence, Union and Walton. The organization consists of 15 appointed Board members, a professional Staff of 15 and a budget of $2.6 million. It is responsible for providing planning, zoning and GIS services countywide. The agency has won many local and state planning and GIS awards. Boone County, Kentucky is part of the Cincinnati MSA. It is a leader in population, housing and employment growth in the region and state. It is home to the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport and is accessible by three interstates, 42 miles of the Ohio River and two rail lines. The community is 256 square miles in size and has an estimated population of 147,142. It has a diverse and growing economic base of manufacturing, logistics, retail, office, educational, tourism and recreational businesses. Qualifications include a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in community planning or related field and at least 12 years of progressive work experience in land use planning, preferably in growth management as well as demonstrated work experience in zoning. A Master's degree in planning or related field is a plus. Strong supervisory and budgeting knowledge and experience are required along with excellent written, technical, communication, organizational, and personnel skills are a must. AICP certification is a requirement. A detailed job description and position requirements are available at www.bcpcky.org Starting salary is negotiable dependent on qualifications and work experience. The position includes a generous benefits package, which includes excellent medical and dental insurance, paid vacation, CERS retirement as well as other benefits. Send letter of interest and resume to: Search Committee - Executive Director Boone County Planning Commission P.O. Box 958 Burlington, KY 41005 Or email letter of interest and resume to: pcresume@boonecountyky.org

Deadline:

June 1, 2026 The Boone County Planning Commission is an

Equal Opportunity Employer Pay:

$135,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person