The Planning Board will soon have to answer to a part-time director.

Town Administrator Derek Sullivan announced to the Board of Selectmen Tuesday evening that the town is searching for a director in its Planning Office. The planner will oversee all land uses, and act as director of the Planning Board. The position is 20 hours per week.

Sullivan did not respond to request for comment about why the board will be subject to a director. It is unclear as to whom the director will answer.

The planners duties include planning; zoning and conservation; assisting property owners and developers in understanding zoning by-laws and subdivision rules and regulations; administering daily operation of Planning office; and preparing the annual budget.

The position will initially be a six-month contract, but Sullivan said that time frame could be longer.

The application opened Feb. 22 and will close March 10. Applicants have until 4:30 p.m. March 10 to submit their letter of interest and resume to the Office of the Town Administrator.