Land Use Planner Job Carson City area,Nevada USA,Government

Position: LAND USE PLANNER

land use planner

*** this recruitment may close without further notice depending on the number of applications received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible***

the department of conservation and natural resources (ndcnr), protects, manages, and enhances the state's resources to provide the highest quality of life for nevada's citizens and visitors. The ndcnr with over 900 employees consists of the director's office and the following divisions and programs: environmental protection, forestry, state lands, state parks, water resources, outdoor recreation, natural heritage, state historic preservation office, off-highway vehicles, sagebrush ecosystem, and the conservation districts program.

The department also provides support staff to the nevada tahoe regional planning agency and has responsibility for numerous boards, commissions, and councils. The department has locations and/or provides program services in every community of the state.

the nevada division of state lands (ndsl) is recruiting for a land use planner located in our carson city office. Under general direction, incumbents are responsible for representing the division in various land use planning capacities. They serve as staff to state and regional planning boards and commissions; provide information to all levels of government regarding public land and natural resource activities and proposals on federal lands in conjunction with operating the nevada state clearinghouse;

manage the state lands portfolio; track and analyze the impact of congressional land bills and proposals on public land management in nevada; provide planning expertise to local governments; and develop master plans for the division and client state agencies.

land use planners assist local governments and public entities to develop and revise land use ordinances, master plans and land use planning documents.

essential qualifications

three or more years of applicable experience as described in the job duties and graduation from high school or equivalent education.

job duties

represent the agency and administrator in discussions on controversial land use issues in public hearings and forums, facilitating meetings, negotiating, and mediating conflicts.

develop and revise ordinances, master plans, and land use planning documents, conducting research, analyzing trends, and making policy recommendations.

manage land use planning projects.

provide training and expertise to state and local agencies on land use planning subjects, creating curriculum, materials, and conducting classes.

review federal agencies' activities related to the use and management of federal land, assisting local governments in negotiations.

offer regulatory information and assistance to local governments regarding federal lands, updating land use plans and policies.

develop legislation related to land use and ownership, analyze laws, land use patterns, and facilitate consensus among stakeholders.

represent the division to various entities, provide information to legislative bodies, analyze congressional bills, offer expertise and training to local governments, and provide testimony to legislative bodies.

review existing land use planning documents for accuracy and value, assessing proposed changes and development projects for impact and compatibility.

coordinate and facilitate meetings for the state land use planning advisory council, including scheduling dates, determining site locations, selecting speakers, and compiling, distributing, and posting meeting agendas, agency reports, informational material, and meeting minutes.

perform related duties as assigned.

knowledge, skills, and abilities

knowledge of:

applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and agency policies and procedures; the goals and responsibilities of federal land management agencies and methods used to manage federal lands; state requirements in the development of master plans and zoning requirements.
purpose and relationship of federal, state, and local governmental and advisory bodies in the provision of services and the exercise of regulatory control; the economic, physical, geographical, and demographic characteristics of local communities.
land use planning; zoning principles and practices; development and revision of land use documents and ordinances; research methods; principles, practices, and techniques of training; graphic presentation methods and materials; graphic mapping systems.

skill in:

interpersonal and communication, both verbal and written.
use and operation of office and job-related equipment and software.

ability to:

analyze land use planning problems, situations, practices, and procedures and formulate logical and objective conclusions; mediate complex land use conflicts involving commercial, residential, environmental, and community land issues and negotiate consensus solutions; develop comprehensive land use plans and policies; evaluate land use planning laws and recommend changes in land use legislation.
coordinate and…