Planner
Planner
Lake County
Polson, MT
Lake County Job Opening
The Lake County Planning Department is accepting applications for:
PLANNER
The Lake County Planning Department is seeking qualified applicants to fill a Planner position. The position involves administering a wide variety of land-use planning regulations. Successful applicants must have graduated with a degree in Planning, Environmental Studies, Geography or a related field, or have a minimum of two years of professional experience in a similar position, or have an equivalent combination of education and experience.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Preferred qualifications:
enjoy a team-oriented work environment
be detail oriented and quality driven
be able to manage multiple priorities on a daily basis
be willing to learn, take direction, be ready to adjust, and be able to think on their feet
have previous experience with customer service, report writing, public speaking, ability to exercise independent judgment, experience with construction, and knowledge of environmental studies
be able and willing to effectively and professionally communicate with members of the public under potentially stressful conditions
be able to attend public meetings, including regular monthly evening meetings
have and maintain a valid driver's license and be able to conduct site visits to properties within the county
DUTIES:
Duties associated with a Planner position would include:
conducting themselves in a professional manner
assisting the public with research and answering property related questions
preparing and presenting reports and other written documents to the public and county boards
reviewing permit applications and plans to ensure compliance with governmental regulations
subdivision review and assisting with regulation amendments
conducting site visits to properties within the county to evaluate for compliance
taking direction from and reporting to the Planning Director (specific duties assigned to each Planner are determined by the Planning Director)
Hours/Days: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m./M-F; may work some non-office hours.
Wage: $20.00-22.00/hourly or D.O.E
Benefits: Lake County offers excellent benefits!
*This position will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis.*
Visit our website to apply: https://lakemt.applicantpro.com/jobs/
Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.