Planning and Economic Development Specialist 3

Lorain County Community Development; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lorain County Community Development in Ohio seeks a Planning Coordinator to assist with major and minor subdivisions for the County Planning Commission, and to conduct research, prepare reports, proposals, studies and other planning documents.

The role includes completing grant applications, conducting surveys, coordinating with state, local, and federal officials, and helping develop economic development plans and marketing strategies for Lorain County.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in planning or related field and 3–5 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws related to community development programs.
• Familiarity with zoning regulations and subdivision planning.
• Knowledge of Lorain County business community and local tax incentives/development programs.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Planning knowledge

Zoning regulations

Grant administration

Research & analysis

Report writing

Coordination

Economic development

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