Community Development Planner II - Southeast Region

Commerce; North Carolina; Hybride; USD 61 000 - 63 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

12 Annual Holidays

Health plan (Aetna)

Flexible Spending Accounts

retirement plans

WeSave Discounts

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Résumé du poste

The North Carolina Department of Commerce seeks a Community Development Planner II to lead economic development planning for rural areas in the Southeast region. This home-based role involves coordinating technical assistance, managing projects, and guiding grants and funding opportunities with local governments.

You will work independently under supervision, travel as needed, and support regional planners to improve investment, jobs, and community growth in designated NC communities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in planning or MPA with planning courses.
• Four years of planning experience with at least one year in a lead/supervisory role.
• Equivalent education/experience may qualify.

Responsabilités

• Lead and supervise development and implementation of economic development plans.
• Provide technical assistance and capacity building to rural communities.
• Coordinate interagency planning efforts and grants guidance.
• Travel as required to the Southeast region and work remotely from home

Connaissances

Technical planning

Governmental administration

Communication skills

Team coordination

Formation

Master’s in planning

Master’s in Public Administration (planning)

Bachelor’s in related field + 4 years planning

Description du poste

Agency Dept of Commerce Division Rural , Economic Development Job Classification Title Community Development Planner II (NS) Position Number 60081200 Grade NC17

About Us The North Carolina Department of Commerce is the state's lead agency for economic, community and workforce development. The department works with local, regional, national and international organizations to fulfill its mission to improve the economic well-being and quality of life for all North Carolinians. The Department connects businesses with the site locations, workforce and infrastructure they need to succeed in one of the nation's top states for business. We also connect local communities with the grants and funding they need to attract new business and ensure future prosperity.

Description of Work The NC Main Street & Rural Planning Center works in regions, counties, cities, towns, downtown districts, and in designated North Carolina Main Street communities, to inspire placemaking through building asset-based economic development strategies that achieve measurable results such as investment, business growth, and jobs. This position serves as the primary point of contact for local governments in the Southeast region of the state, supervising the development and implementation of economic development plans. This position serves as a lead team member and conducts and facilitates strategic economic development planning, technical assistance and capacity building, training and education, and grant and funding guidance to all rural communities, towns, and counties in the Southeast region. This position is also charged as a team member to assist with improving efficiencies of the Rural Planning program, developing new tools, resources, and programming to continue to make improvements to the program that result in increased investment, business growth, and job creation in designated program communities. The work is performed independently under the general supervision of the Rural Planning Program Manager and is reviewed through periodic reports, conferences, and evaluation of results achieved. Note: Applicants invited to interview for the position will receive a written assessment exercise after their interview which includes the preparation and submittal of a presentation on an economic development planning scenario.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application. Working knowledge of technical planning methodologies. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of governmental administration, especially at the local level. Working knowledge of governmental programs and services pertinent to the planning and management assistance process. Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form, and to coordinate work of a team of planners. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with State and local officials and the general public.

This is a home-based position and supports the Southeast region of the State. The position requires travel including some overnights. Must have a valid NC Driver's License or the ability to obtain one within 90-days of employment. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits, including health insurance, as well as retirement. Recruitment Range: $60,881 - $62,707

Benefits to include:

• 12 Annual Paid Holidays and monthly accrual of vacation and sick leave
• North Carolina State Health Plan administered by Aetna
• Supplemental Benefits including Flexible Spending Accounts, Accident Insurance, Cancer & Specified Disease, Critical Illness, Dental, and Vision
• NC State Retirement (TSERS), 401(k), and 457 savings plans
• WeSave Employee Discounts
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Learn more about new hire resources, safety, health, and wellness information, leave options, employee discounts and more by selecting the benefits link.

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Commerce does not provide employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout employment. Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax by the vacancy closing date. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.

Re-Entry for Formerly Incarcerated Individuals Our Agency supports the Governor's Executive Order 303 which seeks to re-employ individuals that were previously incarcerated. Formerly incarcerated individuals are invited to apply for any vacant Commerce position(s) in which they believe they are qualified. By providing the requested information, you certify that you have given true, accurate and complete information on this attachment to the best of your knowledge. In the event confirmation is needed in connection with your work, you authorize educational institutions, associations, registration and licensing boards, and others to furnish whatever detail is available concerning your qualifications. You authorize investigation of all statements made in this application and understand that false information or documentation, or a failure to disclose relevant information may be grounds for rejection of your application, disciplinary action or dismissal if you are employed, and(or) criminal action. You further understand that dismissal upon employment shall be mandatory if fraudulent disclosures are given to meet position qualifications (Authority: GS 126-30, GS 14- 122.1).

Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. Master’s degree in a planning curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and two years experience in planning in which one year was in a team lead or supervisory role; or Master’s degree in Public Administration, including planning courses from an appropriately accredited institution and two years experience in planning in which one year was in a team lead or supervisory role; or Bachelor’s degree in a field related to planning, including courses in planning from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of specifically related planning experience in which one year was in a team lead or supervisory capacity; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The posting will close and stop accepting applications at 11:59 pm on the night prior to the closing date posted above.