Senior Regional Planner - Water and Land Use Strategy

Sowela; Oregon; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sowela is seeking a Senior Planner to support Clean Water Services (CWS), local jurisdictions, and other planning activities. The role focuses on coordinating long‑range planning with CWS partners and stakeholders.

You will review land use applications for consistency with CWS plans, develop policies and guidance, and serve as a liaison between CWS and Washington County. The position requires strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and ability to work across disciplines to advance CWS

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in land use planning and regional transportation planning.
• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning or a related field.
• Valid state driver’s license.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local planning regulations.
• Experience coordinating with multiple jurisdictions and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Review and recommend on CWS, local, and other plans for consistency.
• Manage planning projects from initiation to completion, including budgets and IGAs.
• Provide technical assistance and interpret planning regulations.
• Track and oversee various planning efforts, including master and regional plans.
• Coordinate meetings and assist with public outreach and materials.
• Represent CWS at meetings with stakeholders and partner agencies.
• Provide planning support to partner cities and Washington County.
• Help develop cross-disciplinary strategies to advance CWS programs.

Skills

Planning & coordination

Project management

Public engagement

GIS analysis

Communication

Education

Urban planning degree

Tools

GIS software

MS Office

Job description

Sowela is seeking a Senior Planner to support Clean Water Services (CWS), local jurisdictions, and other planning activities. The role focuses on coordinating long‑range planning with CWS partners and stakeholders.

You will review land use applications for consistency with CWS plans, develop policies and guidance, and serve as a liaison between CWS and Washington County. The position requires strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and ability to work across disciplines to advance CWS