Strategic County Planner: Zoning & Growth Leader

Duchesne County; Duchesne (UT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance: 80%

URS retirement contributions

PTO from hire

108 hours holidays

Job summary

Duchesne County seeks a Planner I–III to support land use planning, zoning, and community development. You will assist with ordinance development, maintain the County General Plan, and staff the County Commission and Planning Commission.

The role involves public engagement, research, grant opportunities, and interdepartmental coordination. A bachelor's degree in a related field and 1–7 years of planning experience are typical; AICP preferred for higher levels, and compensation is hourly in the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Geography, Environmental Studies, Landscape Architecture, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in urban or regional planning, zoning administration, or related work.
• 3-5 years of progressively responsible experience in planning, zoning, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience; AICP Certification preferred for senior levels.

Responsibilities

• Assists with daily department operations including land use studies, ordinance development, and permit review.
• Provides interpretations of county zoning, planning, nuisance, solid waste, and related ordinances to ensure compliance.
• Represents County interests in discussions with boards, commissions, and agencies; prepares reports and recommendations.
• Conducts public meetings and hearings to solicit feedback and educate the public on planning policies and projects.
• Identifies funding sources, applies for grants, and ensures grant compliance for trails and land-use projects.
• Oversees subdivision development, zoning proposals, and building permits to ensure compliance with codes.
• Acts as technical assistant to boards and commissions and drafts planning policy recommendations.

Skills

Public liaison

Research

Policy analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration

Bachelor's degree in Geography

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies

Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture

AICP Certification

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

MS Word

Excel

Gmail

OnBase

Job description

Duchesne County seeks a Planner I–III to support land use planning, zoning, and community development. You will assist with ordinance development, maintain the County General Plan, and staff the County Commission and Planning Commission.

The role involves public engagement, research, grant opportunities, and interdepartmental coordination. A bachelor's degree in a related field and 1–7 years of planning experience are typical; AICP preferred for higher levels, and compensation is hourly in the