Senior Hazard Mitigation Planner & Outreach Lead

County of Delaware; Media (Delaware County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Delaware is seeking an Environmental Senior Planner - Hazard Mitigation Specialist to lead hazard mitigation planning, research, and outreach. You will update the Hazard Mitigation Plan, prepare meetings, and develop content while fostering participation from municipalities and regional partners.

The role requires a Master's or Bachelor’s in planning (or related) with several years of Hazard Mitigation experience, strong communication, and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in planning or related field with relevant Hazard Mitigation experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Research skills.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Familiarity with the local planning process.
• Working knowledge of AGOL or similar hazard mitigation networks is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform tasks related to hazard mitigation planning, including research, report preparation, and outreach.
• Update/maintain the County's Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP); prepare for annual WPAC meetings.
• Develop HMP content and supporting documentation.
• Foster participation with municipalities and stakeholders to reach full engagement.
• Prepare environmental components of municipal or multi-municipal plans.
• Coordinate with Emergency Services, neighboring counties, Philadelphia, and PEMA.
• Assist in Act 167 stormwater planning updates.
• Prepare subdivision/land development reports and guidance for staff.
• Present at regional meetings and local events.
• Provide technical assistance and respond to public inquiries.

Skills

Research skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Teamwork

Time management

Organizational skills

Familiar with local planning process

ArcGIS/AGOL familiarity

Education

Master's degree in planning or related field

Bachelor's degree in planning or related field

Hazard Mitigation experience (2+ years with Master’s) or (4+ years with Bachelor’s)

Tools

AGOL/ArcGIS

Job description

County of Delaware is seeking an Environmental Senior Planner - Hazard Mitigation Specialist to lead hazard mitigation planning, research, and outreach. You will update the Hazard Mitigation Plan, prepare meetings, and develop content while fostering participation from municipalities and regional partners.

The role requires a Master's or Bachelor’s in planning (or related) with several years of Hazard Mitigation experience, strong communication, and teamwork skills.