The Cape Cod Commission is the regional planning and land use regulatory agency serving the people who live and work in the 15 towns in Barnstable County. Our mission is to protect the unique values and quality of life on Cape Cod by coordinating a balanced relationship between environmental protection and economic progress.
We welcome to our team intelligent professionals who can bring energy, expertise, and a strong work ethic to help us accomplish our mission to keep this special place special.
As an agency of Barnstable County government, in addition to competitive compensation, the Cape Cod Commission offers a great work environment and an excellent benefits package.
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Flexible hybrid in-person/remote work schedule
- 75% Commission paid health and dental insurance premiums with incentive-based wellness programs. Options include:
- BC/BS Network Blue HMO
- BC/BS Care Elect PPO
- Harvard Pilgrim HMO
- Harvard Pilgrim PPO
- Delta Dental Premier
- Vision Plan
- Flexible Spending Account and dependent care assistance programs
- Low-cost basic group life insurance and voluntary life insurance
- AFLAC benefits
- Short- and long-term disability participation options
- Barnstable County defined benefit pension plan and optional voluntary deferred compensation 457(b) plans
- Competitive paid time off including 14 paid holidays per year
- Professional development and continuing education opportunities
- Employee assistance program
Current Career Opportunities
Planner – $81,920.01 - $89,516.27 See job description.
Supports plans for healthy, vibrant communities, housing and community development, while balancing the natural and human built environments. Supports regional planning needs on a wide variety of projects through technical assistance to towns, research, analysis and community outreach. Works as a team member on community development and design, economic development and strategic housing plans and programs. Projects include regional and local comprehensive planning, historic preservation, land use and land use regulation, multi hazard mitigation plans, and open space plans.
Requires an ability to manage and coordinate projects and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of public and private groups. Requires independent judgement, initiative and superior communication and organization skills. Bachelor’s degree in community development, urban or regional planning/design or related plus three years of experience in land use planning or design related field; Master’s degree and historic preservation background preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Please apply online at Current Openings - Barnstable County
Position open until filled
Traffic Counting Technicians - $24.00/hr. See job description.
Two positions available for the Summer 2026 season (mid-May to late August) to set up traffic counters and collect and process data collected from the counters; manage the traffic count database; assist in the Regional Transportation Planning Process; conduct turning movement counts at selected Cape Cod intersections perform speed studies and assess roadway pavement conditions. The ideal candidates will have completed at least one full year of technical courses related to the position (engineering, transportation planning), willing to work in a team environment and be familiar with spreadsheet/database programs and Geographic Information Systems.
Valid motor vehicle operator's license and access to a reliable vehicle to perform field work as well as the ability to lift objects up to 50 lbs. required.
Please apply online at Current Openings - Barnstable County and include a resume and list of relevant courses completed or transcript.
Position open until filled
For information about employment with other agencies in Barnstable County Regional Government, please visit: Current Openings - Barnstable County (capecod.gov)
or direct your inquiries to:
Human Resources
P.O. Box 427
Barnstable, MA 02630
Phone: (508) 375-6648
Email: humanresources@barnstablecounty.org
Items Last Updated October 27, 2025
