Planner

Lake County Job Opening

The Lake County Planning Department is accepting applications for:

PLANNER

The Lake County Planning Department is seeking qualified applicants to fill a Planner position. The position involves administering a wide variety of land-use planning regulations. Successful applicants must have graduated with a degree in Planning, Environmental Studies, Geography or a related field, or have a minimum of two years of professional experience in a similar position, or have an equivalent combination of education and experience.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Preferred qualifications:

• enjoy a team-oriented work environment
• be detail oriented and quality driven
• be able to manage multiple priorities on a daily basis
• be willing to learn, take direction, be ready to adjust, and be able to think on their feet
• have previous experience with customer service, report writing, public speaking, ability to exercise independent judgment, experience with construction, and knowledge of environmental studies
• be able and willing to effectively and professionally communicate with members of the public under potentially stressful conditions
• be able to attend public meetings, including regular monthly evening meetings
• have and maintain a valid driver's license and be able to conduct site visits to properties within the county

DUTIES:

Duties associated with a Planner position would include:

• conducting themselves in a professional manner
• assisting the public with research and answering property related questions
• preparing and presenting reports and other written documents to the public and county boards
• reviewing permit applications and plans to ensure compliance with governmental regulations
• subdivision review and assisting with regulation amendments
• conducting site visits to properties within the county to evaluate for compliance
• taking direction from and reporting to the Planning Director (specific duties assigned to each Planner are determined by the Planning Director)

Hours/Days: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m./M-F; may work some non-office hours.

Wage: $20.00 - $22.00 hourly, D.O.E

Benefits: Lake County offers excellent benefits!

*This position will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis.*

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Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.