Planning Department Interview Panel for Entry-Level Planner - May 20, 2026
Planning Department Interview Panel for Entry-Level Planner - May 20, 2026
On May 20, 2026, the Sandy City Planning Department conducted a panel interview for an entry-level planner position. The meeting included informal discussion of prior candidates, a formal interview with candidate Carolyn Lisevich, and a mock planning commission presentation. The panel consisted of Melissa Anderson (Zoning Administrator), Clint Spencer (Development Services Manager), Jake Warner (Long-Range Planner), and other unnamed staff members.
Informal Candidate Discussion
- Panelists discussed two previous candidates, Grant and Michael, noting Grant's technical skills and social aptitude but expressing concern about retention for an entry-level role. They also reflected on past career experiences and salary growth.
Interview of Carolyn Lisevich
- Carolyn Lisevich conducted a mock planning commission presentation for a Category 2 home occupation permit (Case No. C UP 01012023-00001) for Wade Tree Removal Service, located at 9470 South Cobalt Circle. She recommended approval subject to 11 conditions designed to mitigate neighborhood impacts, including a one-way traffic pattern, prohibitions on on-site tree work, and a hard paving requirement. She noted the business had operated since 1985 and the applicant acted in good faith after a complaint.
- Following the presentation, panelists asked questions about her comfort level with the case, her approach to handling a missed setback condition, explaining difficult regulations to residents, teamwork qualities, professional growth, prioritization, and interest in planning. She expressed interest in bikeable infrastructure, walkability, and placemaking.
- Carolyn also asked the panel about task delegation, current challenging projects, and rewarding experiences. Panelists discussed ongoing projects like the land development code update, short-term rental regulations, and the East Village area development.
Key Outcomes
- The panel indicated they are wrapping up the second round of interviews and expect to make a hiring decision by Friday, May 22, 2026.
Meeting Transcript
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