Planner III — Community Planning & Data Analysis

County Of Maui; Wailuku (HI); On-site; USD 684,000 - 770,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Maui seeks a Planner III to independently conduct research studies and surveys pertinent to community planning, and to prepare reports of findings for socio-economic and land use data. The role involves data analysis, map preparation, and reviewing zoning and subdivision projects.

The candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in urban/regional planning or related field, plus significant research/analytic experience; master’s degrees can substitute for part of the experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level education in urban or regional planning, architecture, civil engineering, economics, sociology, public administration or related field, plus 1.5 years of research/analytical experience.
• Master's degree with emphasis in research/analytical methods or planning may substitute for years of experience.
• Substitutions include master's degree in urban/regional planning for two years of required experience.

Responsibilities

• Select reference sources and determine proper approaches to obtain socio-economic and land use data.
• Plan and conduct field data collection activities.
• Analyze data using statistical concepts and formulas.
• Develop data for and prepare maps, charts and presentations.
• Review ordinances related to planning goals and programs.
• Assist in reviewing zoning and subdivision applications.
• Prepare reports of findings and conclusions.

Skills

Data analysis

Research methods

Statistical concepts

Report writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor in urban/regional planning

Master in architecture/civil engineering/ecology/sociology/economics/business/public administration

Master in urban and regional planning

Job description

County of Maui seeks a Planner III to independently conduct research studies and surveys pertinent to community planning, and to prepare reports of findings for socio-economic and land use data. The role involves data analysis, map preparation, and reviewing zoning and subdivision projects.

The candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in urban/regional planning or related field, plus significant research/analytic experience; master’s degrees can substitute for part of the experience.