Infrastructure Planning Deputy Division Director

Infrastructure Planning Deputy Division Director

Salary

$106,059.00 - $180,301.00 Annually

Location

Gwinnett County, GA

Job Type

Full-Time Appointed

Job Number

26-03812

Department

Department of Planning and Development

Opening Date

05/19/2026

Closing Date

6/19/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

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Class Summary

The Department created a new Long Range Planning Division in 2026 to drive the integration of land use and infrastructure long range planning. The goals of infrastructure planning are to 1) plan infrastructure to drive growth aligned with the County's future land use plan, 2) promote people-centered design for communities, and most importantly, 3) ensure county resources are invested efficiently and intentionally.

The Infrastructure Planning Deputy Division Director will report to the Long Range Planning Division Director. The deputy division director will lead initiatives and develop tools and policies to ensure comprehensive infrastructure planning that is aligned with the County's land use policies and priorities. This position will work closely with the County's infrastructure departments, including the Department of Transportation, Department of Water Resources, and Department of Parks and Recreation, to develop infrastructure plans and priorities based on the County's Unified Plan and detailed Small Area Plans.

The initial scope for coordinated infrastructure planning includes water, sewer, stormwater, transportation, transit, and trails. This position will also work closely with other divisions within the Planning and Development Department to coordinate ordinance updates, develop policies, and support economic development and housing initiatives.

Job Description

• Development and maintenance of county-wide population projections aligned with the County's future development map in the Unified Plan; the population projections will be used to develop projections for infrastructure capacity evaluations
• Research, analysis, and tracking of planning data
• Development and maintenance of shared tools and infrastructure analysis methodologies, such as fiscal impact analysis and infrastructure cost of services
• Development of infrastructure master plans, including water resources mater plans and mobility master plans
• Working with stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of plans and planning tools developed for use by multiple departments
• Development of a common prioritization framework for all infrastructure capital projects to achieve the Unified Plan and Small Area Plan vision; preparing standard operating protocols and conducting training for the use of this framework
• Review requests for rezoning and special administrative permit for proposed development projects
• Preparation of ordinances, policies, or guidance as needed to support infrastructure planning initiatives
• Management of consultants performing work for the County

Essential Duties

• Continually strive to promote and maintain the Gwinnett Standard of excellence.
• Work to build a positive and inclusive culture.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement.
• Develop work plans and operational improvement initiatives.
• Actively collaborate with other departments and divisions within the department to maintain effective working relationships and enhance service delivery.
• Maintain a solution-oriented culture that emphasizes communication and collaboration.
• Stay current of regional and national best practices and relevant Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, codes, and standards to ensure they are met.
• Provide managerial and supervisory support and staff evaluation to assigned staff.
• Manage special projects and complete other tasks as assigned.

Grade

The grade for this position is 108.

As of 4/11/2023 positions are eligible for the Employee Referral Program.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Urban or Regional Planning, or a related field; AND
• Eight (8) years of related experience, including a minimum of two years of supervisory experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job as those listed above.

Preferred Qualifications in addition to the above minimum qualifications

• Knowledge of water/sewer/stormwater system capacity management and modeling experience not required but strongly preferred.

For information related to position-specific essential duties, knowledge and skills, and physical requirements, please click here.

Note: The class specifications listed on this website are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.

For more information about this department, please click here.

Additional Information

About Gwinnett County

Welcome to Gwinnett County Government

Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits, a wellness program, professional development opportunities, career advancement, and more

Careers with impact

Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic, vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities, safe neighborhoods, plentiful greenspace, and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff, residents, and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.

Exceptional benefits

Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits, including health coverage, a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!), onsite employee wellness center, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement, and more. The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individual's total compensation.

World-class community

More than a million residents make up Gwinnett's diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.

Gwinnett County is an award-winning employer!

• Atlanta's Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle
• Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission
• Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more!

Vision

Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!

Mission

Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.

Values

Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.

Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.

Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.

Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.

Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.

Hiring Process

Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:

• Hiring Process
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Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.

Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or HREmployeeRelations@GwinnettCounty.com. This email is only for accommodation requests; for questions related to job postings, use jobs@gwinnettcounty.com.

Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees' lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial.

Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation.

On average, our employees' benefits are worth 48 percent of their base salary!

In other words, employees would spend nearly half of their pay to purchase these benefits on their own. For employees' medical premium alone, the County contributes an average of 91 percent of the cost!

Health

• Medical plans for active and retired employees
• Dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug plan

Wellness

• Onsite Employee Wellness Center
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Immunizations
• Wellness education and incentive programs
• Annual wellness fair

Family and Career

• Training and professional development opportunities
• Family planning benefits
• Four weeks of paid parental leave

Time

• Annual/Sick Leave
• 12 paid holidays per calendar year
• 1 paid floating holiday per calendar year

Money

• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) available
• Health Savings Account (HSA) available
• Retirement and Savings Plans
• 401(a) Defined Contribution
• 457 (b) Deferred Compensation
• Longevity pay
• Tuition reimbursement
• Financial education programs

Protection

• Basic, optional, and dependent life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Critical illness and accident insurance
• Hospital indemnity insurance
• Identity theft protection

To learn more about the Benefits offered at Gwinnett County, click here.

01

Have you completed a Bachelors Degree in Civil, Environmental, Urban Engineering or a related field?

• Have not completed a degree in the specified fields of study
• Completed associate degree in the specified fields of study
• Completed bachelors degree in the specified fields of study
• Completed masters degree or higher in the specified fields of study

02

How many years of Engineering experience do you have?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 or more years

03

Do you have supervisory experience?

• Yes
• No

04

Describe your supervisory experience and include how many people you supervised.

Required Question

Employer Gwinnett County

Address 75 Langley Drive

Lawrenceville, Georgia, 30046

Phone 770.822.7915

770.822.7923

Website http://www.gwinnettcountyjobs.com