Planner, Government, Environmental & Urban Planning

Job Opportunities

All applicants must complete a Whitman County employment application. Resumes and cover letters may be attached, but applicants must include a signed and dated application for each position. Complete applications must be received at the Whitman County Human Resources on or before the position's closing date. Applications may be accepted via email or fax if received no later than the closing date of the position.

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This is responsible professional planning work involving research and planning to provide recommendations for both long and short range development of the County. The employee of this class is responsible for the reviewing and updating of all planning related ordinances, Comprehensive Plans, special projects, and the administration of land use regulations such as Comprehensive Plan amendments, rezones, site plan review and the enforcement of zoning codes.

Work will require considerable latitude for independent judgment according to codes, policies and regulations. The employee of this class will have considerable contact with the Planning Commission, Board of Adjustment, public and other agencies. Work will require attendance at evening meetings. Work is normally performed in an office setting.

• Bachelor’s degree in planning or closely related field plus two (2) years of related experience;
• OR substituting, on a month-for-month basis, any combination of experience, education or training which would provide the level of knowledge and skill required.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver’s license.

PLEASE SUBMIT THE LINKED SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS BELOW WITH YOUR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION.

WHITMAN COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS FORM IS REQUIRED.