Senior Planner II - Land Use & Zoning

County of Elmore; Mountain Home (ID); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Elmore in Mountain Home, ID seeks a Planner II to process land use applications and implement the Zoning and Development Ordinance under general direction from the Land Use and Building Director. The role requires independent judgement, integrity, and professionalism in monitoring regulations at federal, state, and local levels.

The position involves coordinating with agencies, preparing notices, and presenting staff reports at public meetings. Evening attendance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in planning, public administration, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of LLUPA/Idaho zoning and development ordinances.
• Ability to prepare and present staff reports and agendas.

Responsibilities

• Process and coordinate land use planning applications with outside agencies and applicants.
• Prepare hearing notices, staff reports, and agenda information.
• Present recommendations to Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of County Commissioners.
• Manage projects, budgets, data, and technical studies for planning programs.

Skills

Land use planning

Regulatory compliance

Public speaking

Analytical reasoning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in planning/public administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

County of Elmore in Mountain Home, ID seeks a Planner II to process land use applications and implement the Zoning and Development Ordinance under general direction from the Land Use and Building Director. The role requires independent judgement, integrity, and professionalism in monitoring regulations at federal, state, and local levels.

The position involves coordinating with agencies, preparing notices, and presenting staff reports at public meetings. Evening attendance is required.