PLANNING DIRECTOR
Salary
$79,084 – 126,534
Job Type
Full-time
Application Deadline
May 1, 2026
About the Position
Shape Growth. Lead Development. Build the Future.
The City of Bessemer City is seeking a strategic, forward-thinking Planning Director to lead the City’s planning, zoning, and development functions. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for guiding community growth, advancing economic development, and ensuring high-quality, sustainable land use outcomes.
Why Bessemer City?
Bessemer City is a growing community committed to balancing small-town character with forward-looking development. The City is actively investing in infrastructure,
fostering economic opportunity, and positioning itself for thoughtful
growth.
This is an opportunity to:
• Shape the long-term vision and physical development of the community
• Lead meaningful projects that impact quality of life
• Work directly with executive leadership and elected officials
• Build and modernize planning processes and systems
