Lorain County Commissioners

Lorain County Commissioners; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Lorain County Commissioners is seeking a Planning Assistant to support the Planning Coordinator on subdivisions, research, reports, and planning studies. role involves grant applications, surveys, and coordination with state and federal officials.

The position contributes to economic development plans, marketing strategies, and long-term growth for Lorain County, requiring a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience in planning or public administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years experience in planning, public or private sectors.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws related to community development.
• Experience with subdivisions, zoning, and grant administration is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Planning Coordinator with major and minor subdivisions.
• Conduct research and prepare reports, proposals and studies.
• Complete grant applications and surveys.
• Coordinate activities with state, local, and federal officials.
• Assist with economic development plans and marketing strategies for Lorain County.

Skills

Research

Report writing

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Planning, Urban Development, Public Administration or related discipline

Job description

The Mission of Community Development is to serve Lorain County residents and businesses through community development initiatives by striving to, improve quality of life, foster smart growth, promote economic vitality, encourage development and redevelopment, and to provide tools to community leaders for management and for making policy decisions.

Under general direction, a successful candidate assists the Planning Coordinator with major and minor subdivisions for County Planning Commission; conducts research and prepares reports, proposals studies and other documents related to planning; completes grant applications; conducts surveys; coordinates activities with state, local, and federal officials; assists Coordinators and Managers with the coordination and development of economic development plans for Lorain County; develops strategies and marketing plans to attract and retain businesses; performs other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Planning, Urban Development, Public Administration or a related discipline plus three (3) to five (5) years related experience in private industry or public sector and/or any combination of the above education and experience;
• Must possess a current valid Ohio vehicle operator's license and maintain continuing eligibility for coverage under the county's vehicle insurance policy.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules and regulations regarding Community Development Programs.
• Knowledge of: zoning regulations; community development; grant administration, floodplain rules and regulations; subdivision planning; lot splits.
• Knowledge of local geographical area and Lorain County business community.
• Knowledge of State and Local tax incentives/development programs

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