Administrative Assistant - Planning and Conservation
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Government
Environmental & Urban Planning
Location: New York
Help protect the natural resources that make Sheboygan County a great place to live, work, and play.
Sheboygan County is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused professional to join our Planning & Resources Department as a Planning & Conservation Technician - Administrative Assistant. This position offers a unique opportunity to combine environmental stewardship, public service, technical expertise, and community engagement in a role that makes a lasting impact.
At Sheboygan County, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where employees are valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. When you join our team, you'll enjoy meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Benefits- Comprehensive benefits package
- FREE access to the InHealth Clinic
- 15 vacation days, sick leave, and 10 paid holidays
- Wisconsin Retirement System participation
- Employee referral program
- Education discounts
- Wellness program
- Quarterly employee recognition awards
- Professional development opportunities
If you're passionate about conservation, community development, and helping shape the future of Sheboygan County, we encourage you to apply today.
Responsibilities- Assist the public with zoning, shoreland, floodplain, subdivision, and sanitary permitting questions.
- Review and process permit applications and maintain accurate records.
- Support conservation, planning, and environmental programs through data management and mapping.
- Prepare reports, correspondence, meeting materials, and public communications.
- Assist with GIS mapping and spatial data management.
- Participate in field inspections, site reviews, and ordinance compliance activities.
- Support financial, administrative, and customer-service functions within the department.
- Collaborate with landowners, contractors, consultants, and government partners to ensure compliance with county regulations.
- Associate degree in environmental studies, planning, geography, natural resources, GIS, or a related field.
- Two years of experience in planning, zoning, environmental services, natural resources, GIS, permitting, surveying, land records, or related work.
- Strong organizational, communication, and customer-service skills.
- Ability to balance office responsibilities with occasional fieldwork.
- Interest in environmental protection, land-use planning, and public service.
- Valid Wisconsin Driver's License.
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