What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Planner position at Lake County Illinois?
General Description
Becoming a Principal Planner at the Lake County Division of Transportation will allow you to work with a large network of professionals including engineers, consulting firms, regulatory agencies, municipalities, and residents while helping deliver the Division's $800M, 5-year Transportation Improvement Program. The general function of this position is to serve as the Division's Non-Motorized Coordinator. Your day will consist of preparing, reviewing and evaluating applications, plans, or reports relative to regional transportation planning.
This is an office position, with regular hours of work Monday through Friday, from 8:00am - 4:30pm. Alternative work schedules are available including varying start times and remote work opportunities.
Essential Functions
- Coordinate bicycle/pedestrian path connectivity throughout the county.
- Coordinate compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for facilities within the County Right of Way.
- Prepare and present data in the form of written, graphic or oral reports and recommendations.
- Manage planning department projects.
- Participate in activities and events related to departmental issues and initiatives.
- Inspect all transportation projects for compliance.
- Serve as point person for assigned project or program with the department.
- Develop procedures, standards, and checklists in support of program compliance.
- Participate in the preparation of the Annual, 5-Year, and 20-Year County Transportation Improvement Programs.
- All other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge Skills Abilities and Education Required
- Working knowledge of principles and practices of transportation planning.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Effective problem solving ability for complex issues.
- Can work well both individually and as a member of a team.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with various stakeholders.
- Thorough understanding of IDOT's Phase I and Phase II process for local, state, and federally funded projects, preferred.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a major course work in Planning, Civil Engineering, or related field, required.
- Possession of a valid Driver's License, supplemented by a satisfactory driving record, required.
- Five years or progressively responsible experience in professional planning activities. Master's degree in planning, Civil Engineering, or related field may be substituted for one year of experience.
Physical Requirements:
- Requires light work involving standing or walking some of the time, exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular basis, and moderate dexterity in operating machinery, tools, or office equipment.
Supplemental Information
Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package. We also offer flexible working hours, and a comprehensive wellness and training program. Visit our Prospective Employee page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County! Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of all background checks, preemployment screenings, and medical exams.
Lake County is committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
