Planner III (SR-20)

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

IMMEDIATE VACANICES:

Permanent Full-Time

IMPORTANT: HIRING RATES WILL BE BASED ON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS, THE APPLICANT'S QUALIFICATIONS, AND OTHER RELEVANT FACTORS.

Appointment may be made at any rate within the salary range from SR-20D ($5,107) to SR-20G ($5,753) per month.

Collects, compiles and analyzes data relative to the social, economic and physical development of the County of Maui; prepares reports of findings and conclusions; and performs other related duties as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

This class differs from that of Planner II in that the Planner III independently conducts a variety of research studies and surveys pertinent to community planning; whereas the Planner II assists in the conduct of various research studies and surveys pertinent to community planning.

This class differs from that of Planner IV in that the Planner III is primarily concerned with the conduct of research studies and surveys pertinent to community planning; whereas the Planner IV assists in the design and development of comprehensive planning projects.

The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position.

• Selects reference sources and determines proper approaches and methods to obtain socio-economic and land use data necessary for planning activities;
• Plans and conducts field data collection activities;
• Analyzes data involving the use of statistical concepts and formulas;
• Develops data for and prepares maps, charts and other presentations;
• Reviews ordinances in relation to the development of planning goals and programs;
• Assists in the review of zoning and subdivision applications;
• Prepares reports of findings and conclusions.

Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in urban or regional planning , architecture, civil engineering, economics, sociology, public administration, or a related field; and one and one-half ( 1 1/2) years of research or analytical experience in social, economic or community development programs.

Substitutions Allowed:

• In addition to meeting the minimum educational requirement, applicants with a bachelor's degree in urban or regional planning from an accredited college or university shall be given credit for one-half year of the required research or analytical experience in social, economic or community development/planning experience.
• A master's degree from an accredited college or university in architecture, civil engineering, ecology, sociology, economics, business or public administration or a related field with emphasis in the application of research and analytical methods and techniques from an accredited college or university is qualifying for one and one-half (1 1/2) years of the required research or analytical experience in social, economic or community development/planning experience.
• A master's degree from an accredited college or university in urban and regional planning may be substituted for two (2) years of the required research or analytical experience in social, economic or community development/planning experience.

License Requirement: Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license (equivalent to State of Hawaii, Type 3) may be required for specific positions.

Knowledge of: research methods and statistical procedures; report writing; public relations; sources of socio-economic and land use information; fundamentals of community planning, laws, rules and regulations relative to community planning.

Ability to: understand and apply basic statistical concepts and formulas, and learn research methods and techniques used in community planning; read and comprehend a broad range of subjects; learn the functions of community planning; speak and write effectively; collect, compile, correlate, analyze and interpret statistical data; prepare charts, graphs and other presentations.

Health and Physical Condition:

Persons seeking appointment to position s in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties.

Physical Effort Grouping: Light