Hernando, Mississippi is a dynamic small city located in north Mississippi. The City has been widely recognized for its high quality planning program and serves as the county seat for Desoto County, Mississippi. Hernando was recently listed as one of the best 100 small towns in America. Hernando’s planning program emphasizes a commitment to excellence in design and place making, historic preservation, planning for health, urban forestry and the natural environment. Having grown from a population of 3,200 in 1990 to over 16,000 today, the City offers a vibrant and fast paced environment with an exceptionally high quality of life.
The City is looking for a Director of Planning with proven skills to continue its success in these areas of practice. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in City Planning or directly related field and five years progressively responsible practice. Membership in the American Institute of Certified Planners is preferred. Compensation is dependent on qualifications.
Interested persons are invited to submit their qualifications by January 20, 2021, to Julie Harris, Human Resource Manager, 475 West Commerce Street, Hernando, MS 38632 or via email to jharris@cityofhernando.org. The City of Hernando is an equal opportunity employer.