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PLANNER: The Land Management Division of Lane County Public Works Seeks a Planner.

This position compiles, researches, and analyzes social, economic, statistical, and land use data and trends; prepares reports on current & long-range planning matters; processes land use applications, provides customer service to the public, including answering planning-related inquiries & interpreting land use regulations, conducts field surveys of land usage; compiles data & delivers special presentations to private sector, community groups, Board of County Commissioners & various committees.

To perform professional planning work on projects of limited complexity relating to comprehensive plan/implementing code development and/or code administration; and to perform related duties as assigned.  

Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm.

*This is a AFSCME represented position*  

Strategic Plan
In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.

The 2018-2021 Strategic Plan focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.EXAMPLES OF DUTIES - DUTIES MAY INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:
Compiles, researches and analyzes social, economic, statistical and land use data and trends; prepares written reports on current and long-range planning matters.

Conducts field surveys of land usage; compiles, colors and/or draws working maps, sketches and layouts.

Answers public inquiries on planning-related issues; interprets land use regulations to the public.

Delivers special presentations to the private sector, community groups, the Board of County Commissioners and various committees; prepares staff reports as necessary.

Participates on special committees and task forces as necessary.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of:
Modern principles and practices of planning.
Current literature, information sources and research techniques in the field of urban planning.
Laws, ordinances, policies and regulations governing planning, growth management and land use.
Ability to:
Interpret and apply applicable laws, ordinances and policies.
Learn to perform professional planning work with a minimum of supervision.
Analyze and compile technical information and reports.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of
work.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING; ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Training:
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in planning or a related field.
Experience:
One year of responsible professional planning experience.
An equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Tobacco Free Campus Policy 
The Board of County Commissioners wants to help Lane County be the healthiest county in the state. Effective October 1, 2018, any tobacco use, including vaping devices, will not be allowed inside or on the grounds of properties owned or occupied by Lane County including: All outdoor areas, parking lots, County vehicles, and personal vehicles while on County property.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Lane 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 Amendment Act and would like to request an accommodation, you may request an accommodation during the online application process, or request an accommodation by contacting the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date at 541-682-3124.