Senior Planner

Walla Walla County; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental insurance

Retirement benefits

Wellness program

HRA account

Paid holidays

Vacation accrual

Sick leave accrual

Job summary

Walla Walla County is seeking a Senior Planner to perform complex current and long-range land use planning and review development proposals. The role supports the Community Development Director and Deputy, administering planning regulations and helping guide policy implementation.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in Planning or related field and five years of relevant experience with Washington land use controls, area plans, and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Geography or an associated field.
• Five (5) years of relevant experience with Washington State land use controls, comprehensive plans, and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex current and long-range land use planning and review development proposals and plans.
• Assist with code enforcement and policy implementation for planning division.
• Lead meetings, present at public hearings and meetings, and manage report workflows.
• Support director-level administration of planning staff, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Land use planning

Public outreach

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Planning Geography or related field

Job description

Position: Senior Planner

Salary Range: $6,438.63 - $9,464.16 monthly; Starting Salary DOQ, DOE

Location Community Development

Employment Type: Full-time (40 hours/week); Non-Exempt; Courthouse Union , Benefits Apply; Open Until Filled

Full Time Benefits Include:

• County pays $1,550 per month towards medical, dental, vision, life insurance and employee assistance program for employee and eligible family members
• Retirement: Walla Walla County full time employees are eligible for Washington State Department of Retirement Services (DRS)
• HRA Veba account: Employer contribution may apply
• Wellness program
• Access to MetLife Pet Insurance
• Deferred compensation plans offered
• Twelve paid holidays annually
• Vacation accrual based on seniority (see Union Contract)
• Benefited employees shall accrue sick leave benefits at the percentage rate of hours worked per week, to a maximum of eight (8) hours earned per month based on a forty (40) hour workweek but not less than one (1) hour per every forty (40) hours worked per County Policy 30.05.0

Visit Walla Walla County Website for detailed benefits information.

Brief Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform complex current and long-range land use planning, review development proposals and plans, assist with code enforcement, and other related work. Work is performed under the policy and administrative guidance of the Community Development Director and Deputy. Serves as a key assistant to the Director in administering the County’s development regulations and land use planning. Position supports and assists the Director and Deputy Director in the overall administration, management, planning, organizing, and staffing of the planning section and is involved in the development, enforcement, and implementation of policies, procedures, and standards for the planning division. Areas of responsibility include report management, permit processing, land use project review, leading meetings, presenting at public hearings and meetings, public outreach, floodplain administration, site development reviews, long-range planning, environmental review, and natural resources.

Working Environment/Physical Abilities:

Work typically performed in office setting; however, field inspection and site visits are necessary as well as travel for meetings, etc. Required to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time. Require sufficient hearing and speech ability to communicate verbally. Require manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate a computer, telephone, and peripherals.

Minimum Qualifications: Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Geography or an associated field. Five (5) years of relevant experience which provides a familiarity with Washington State land use controls, comprehensive plans, economic development, environmental regulations, and mapping techniques.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

AICP certification and CFM certification preferred. Must successfully pass a background check and a driving record check. Valid driver’s license required. Must have the ability to attend meetings and training workshops outside of regular work hours.

SELECTION IS BASED ON QUALIFICATIONS, BACKGROUND CHECK, DRIVING RECORD CHECK, AND ORAL INTERVIEWS.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER / ADA COMPLIANT