Associate Planner

$64,000 + DOE

Ada County is a great place to work! We have over 2000 employees dedicated to enhancing our community’s quality of life. Our Development Services team is growing, and this is an excellent opportunity to be a part of taking this team to the next level.

We offer a competitive Total Rewards package that increases your base salary by 40%, including:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous vacation and sick leave starting on day one
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Participation in one of the nation’s best state retirement systems, with 11.96% employer contribution
• 457(b) deferred compensation plan with up to 3% county match, plus 401(k)
• Paid parental leave, life insurance, and robust wellness programs
• Ongoing training opportunities and career pathing

Development Services staff helps guide growth on behalf of Ada County residents and leaders through every development (and building) activity.

Balancing growth for a sustainable future while maintaining the trust of those we serve.

Learn more about Ada County Development Services by visiting our website. Ada County Development Services.

Please Note: Updated resume and cover letter are required.

Performs complex and varied planning and zoning assignments related to development, plan reviews and technical analysis; produces written reports and makes presentations at meetings; performs related work as required. Planners have considerable latitude to exercise independent initiative and judgment. Completed work is subject to review and evaluation by the Planning Manager and the Department Director.

• Reviews land use applications and site plans for completeness and for compliance with ordinances, codes, regulations;
• Develops and presents analytical reports on zoning applications to the public and officials;
• Maintains consistent policy in plan and ordinance implementation and development application processing;
• Provides input in formulation of plans and ordinance amendments;
• Conducts research and writes comprehensive reports;
• Prepares for and leads preapplication meetings with clients;
• Prepares and processes amendments to the ordinances, plans and agreements;
• Maintains current copies of plans and ordinances, and analyzes plans and ordinances;
• Advises fellow employees, elected officials and the public about technical requirements of plans ordinances and other regulations;
• Provides assistance to others in the technical aspects of development application processing;
• Coordinates the compilation of related data used in the analysis of community planning and zoning;
• Inspects development and field sites, analyzes development in order to determine compliance with existing laws and codes.

• Participates in interagency coordination and planning committees;
• Receives, researches and answers inquiries on planning and zoning matters;
• Participates in special project reviews;
• Performs related functions as required.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in planning or a related field or equivalent combination of education required;
• A minimum of two years of experience working in a public planning agency or in a related field;
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of planning and zoning as they pertain to the design and development of urban, suburban and rural areas;
• Knowledge of the pertinent ordinances, codes, regulations, and plans pertaining to planning & zoning;
• Knowledge of the techniques required in the preparation of maps, charts and graphics;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, and Geographic Information Systems applications;
• Ability to exercise independent judgment;
• Ability to plan, organize and analyze complex planning projects effectively;
• Ability to conduct research, review and analyze complex information;
• Ability to present the results of analysis effectively in verbal, written or graphic form;
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and others.

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a good driving record in accordance with Ada County vehicle policy.

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