Senior Planner (Planning & Zoning)
Job ID: 107264
Location: Oregon City, Oregon
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:Regular
CLACKAMAS COUNTY CORE VALUES
WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO PRINT OR SAVE THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT FOR YOUR REFERENCE.
IT WILL NOT BE ACCESSIBLE AFTER THE CLOSE DATE.
Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another:
• Service
• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Respect
• Individual accountability
• Trust
By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We’re always looking to improve. That’s the Clackamas County SPIRIT.
https://www.clackamas.us/countyadmin/spirit
Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring.
We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply.
CLOSE DATE
This Job Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on Wednesday, January 10, 2024.
Please Note: The application deadline may be extended to expand the pool of qualified candidates. Any recruitment timeline changes will be communicated to all who have initiated an application process or have submitted an application.
PAY AND BENEFITS
Annual Pay Range: $86,014.75 – $108,556.18
Hourly Pay Range: $41.353247 – $52.190472
Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate’s experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.
Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.
We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle.
Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee’s date of hire.
Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below.
Generous paid time off package, including:
• 12 hours of vacation accrued per month
• Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals in compliance with http://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/a51ff5d3-d243-49ba-aa11-15324f4c0bf8! This means you have access to vacation time at time of hire.
• 8 hours of sick accrued per month
• 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year
Other Benefits:
• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):
• Employer paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee’s share of the retirement contribution.)
• OPSRP members get vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65
• A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• A Choice of Dental Plans
• Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes
• Longevity pay
• Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
• A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information)
This is a full time County position represented by AFSCME.
https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/e044da55-8261-4563-b291-b40e891a2031
http://www.clackamas.us/des/benefits.html
JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS
• Are you passionate about land use planning and have experience with conducting research and analyzing data related to land use planning?
• Do you have exceptional skills in building partnerships through a commitment to providing excellent customer service?
• Do you thrive working in a team environment and value team success?
• Do you envision yourself in a role that allows you to use your leadership skills to foster a collaborative work environment, and to contribute to organizational effectiveness and success?
• Do you have a personal commitment to putting ethics into action by holding yourself to the highest standards of professionalism, honesty, and objectivity?
If you answered “yes” to the questions above, please read on!
We are searching for an experienced, motivated, and team-oriented individual with strong communication and interpersonal skills to join our dynamic team at the Clackamas County Department of Transportation & Development as a Senior Planner. If selected for this position, you will be joining the Planning & Zoning team responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining public planning policies and programs to manage land use, transportation and economic growth within the County.
As a Senior Planner, you will be involved in complex planning research and analysis and may be responsible for providing team direction to a small group of Planners assigned to specific planning projects. You will also be responsible for researching analyzing, evaluating, and reviewing complex land use applications for compliance with local and state regulations as well as advising the public and various agencies on procedures and requirements relating to land use planning. The Senior Planner classification is the advanced journey level position in the Planner series, consisting of Planner Trainee, Planner 1, Planner 2, Senior Planner, and Principal Planner. In this role, you will have a key responsibility of preparing land use decisions and presenting various written and oral reports and recommendations that concern the physical, environmental, and economic conditions of Clackamas County.
We are committed to being an exemplary team with best practices in planning & zoning, working together towards the common goal of achieving overall success of our organization. It is critical that every member of our team recognizes the vital role we play in our community. To that end, we are searching for an individual, who is motivated to be a positive and collaborative contributor, demonstrating strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills that will allow us to improve, develop and enhance our operations.
Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*
• At least five (5) years of experience in local, regional, or statewide land use planning
• At least three (3) years of experience providing excellent customer service to the public as well as to other external and internal stakeholders within various levels of organization
• Experience leading projects and project teams
• Experience conducting research, collecting and analyzing data, and making recommendations based on the findings
Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*
• Bachelor’s Degree or advanced degree in Urban, Regional, Rural or Environmental Planning or related field (law, geography, etc.)
• Experience in local, regional, or statewide land use planning within the state of Oregon
• Project Management experience
• Experience managing consultants or external stakeholders
• Experience making presentations to decision-making bodies
Pre-Employment Requirements:
• Driving may be necessary for County business. For position(s) with occasional/incidental driving, incumbents must possess a valid driver’s license. Accommodation requests for an acceptable alternative method of transportation will be reviewed on an individual basis in compliance with State and Federal legislation. For position(s) with regular driving, incumbent(s) must also possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. http://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/828106a0-265a-47cc-a3a6-0a2c8b028673
*For Veterans qualified for Veteran’s Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.
KEY COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN THIS ROLE:
Aligns with Clackamas County Core Values of Service, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, Individual Accountability and Trust.
Builds & Maintains Relationships with internal and external customers, partners and stakeholders; honoring commitments; and, delivering exceptional customer service.
Commits to Teamwork and Collaboration by working effectively towards a shared goal, encouraging sharing of information, productive problem solving and putting team success first.
Demonstrates Excellent Customer Service by anticipating, assessing, and responding effectively to the needs of those we serve.
Communicates Professionally demonstrating self-awareness, respect for others, and adjusting to various levels of technical skills & understanding of subject matters.
Embraces Continual Learning through commitment to continuous learning and self-improvements and willingness to grow within the job as technology and organizational changes demand.
Manages Time Effectively and exhibits the ability to work on tasks, projects or initiatives with competing priorites.
Values Technology & Use of Electronic Systems appropriately and effectively for the processing and distribution of information, supports the implementation and use of technology in the workplace.
Seeks to Problem Solve by using critical thinking and analytical skills, identifies alternative strategies bringing a solution-focused approach to address challenges or issues.
Engages in Self-Management by demonstrating the ability to manage and continually improve their own performance through thoughtfulness, self-awareness, self-motivation, personal accountability, and the ability to develop strategies to effectively manage tasks.
Displays Creativity and Innovation by taking initiative in improving processes, programs, services and products through new approaches, ideas or being open to other’s ideas.
Puts Ethics into Action by holding themselves to a high standard of professional, honest, and objective behavior in all dealings or interactions.
Promotes Cross Cultural Effectiveness by engaging in a culture of respect, inclusiveness, and appreciation of diverse perspectives, backgrounds and values.
TYPICAL TASKS
Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
• Serves as team leader for a small group of professional personnel engaged in comprehensive planning activities in support of a major project or aspect of the Department’s work program; assists in developing and monitoring time lines, budgets and coordinating personnel; develops and administers approved contracts for professional and technical services.
• Reviews, analyzes and prepares reports and recommendations on significant administrative and quasi-judicial applications such as conditional uses, plan amendments and zoning changes.
• Conducts and/or coordinates comprehensive analyses, technical investigations and research on complex planning and economic related issues; determines methodologies, information resources and techniques to be utilized in planning studies and research.
• Prepares and presents oral and written reports including recommendations and technical supporting material to the Division Director, Planning Commission, Economic Development Commission, Board of Commissioners and other policy and decision-making boards; may serve on regional planning and economic development related committees.
• Pursues consistency with County plans and requirements by meeting with individuals proposing major developments; advises on planning considerations and alternatives, restraints and opportunities, precedents, laws and process considerations.
• Prepares new or revised ordinances and codes necessary to implement planning programs and policies; coordinates implementation of new programs with other agencies and departments to ensure conformance and compliance with existing programs and policies.
• Participates in preparing grant proposals and administering grant funds; develops and revises long range revenue and expenditure estimates and funding priorities.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Thorough knowledge of: Principles, methods, and procedures of city, County, regional and statewide planning; environmental, social, economic, and legal issues related to County planning and development; land use and design principles and practices; statistical methods and their application to planning and economic development projects; principles of community organization and citizen involvement; visual communication principles and practices; public speaking techniques; basic math; English grammar and composition.
Some knowledge of: Principles and techniques of supervision.
Skill to: Coordinate the work of planning professionals; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; prepare and deliver oral presentations to public and private groups; organize and conduct comprehensive research studies utilizing various sources of information; analyze and evaluate complex data and make recommendations; direct the preparation of maps, charts and other graphic materials which illustrate planning studies; prepare clear and concise reports; interpret and apply appropriate laws, regulations, and codes; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and other County personnel.
WORK SCHEDULE
This position works 40 hours during a standard workweek with one of the following schedules:
• Monday through Friday, working 8 hours per day (5/8)
• Monday through Thursday, working 10 hours per day (Friday off) OR Tuesday through Friday, working 10 hours per day (Monday off)
• Monday through Thursday, working 9 hours per day and every other Friday, working 8 hours per day, with every other Friday off (9/80)
Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended.
Please Note: This position is eligible for hybrid on-site/telework subject to the https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/9065b5fb-2237-47ce-9534-e7c8c40fc2bc and based on the Department’s business needs. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington. Washington residents must perform 50% of their time on-site at Clackamas County.
EXPLORE CLACKAMAS COUNTY
Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents.
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ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
The mission of the Department of Transportation and Development (DTD) is to assist residents and businesses in creating vibrant, sustainable communities through innovative and responsive public service.
DTD is responsible for a broad range of county services involving land use planning and permitting, building permits, county code enforcement, solid waste and recycling, road construction and maintenance, surveying, plat approvals, public land corner restoration and dog services. The county’s urban renewal programs also report to DTD.
http://www.clackamas.us/transportation/
APPLICATION PROCESS
Clackamas County only accepts online applications.
Help With Your Application:
https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/6b3147a3-bf84-4f52-8238-64a37e936b4f
https://www.clackamas.us/jobs#helpwiththeapplication
If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or mailto:[email protected]?subject=Application%20Materials%20Question. Our office hours are Monday – Thursday 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays).
HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN’S PREFERENCE
https://www.clackamas.us/des/jobs.html
https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/a67ee11c-861c-4126-aa5a-4dec6174f6eb
VISA SPONSORSHIP
Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process.
RECRUITING QUESTIONS?
Lindsay Roberts, Recruiter
mailto:[email protected]
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/4868764
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