What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Planner - Community Development position at Lewis County?
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Lewis County is currently hiring an Assistant Planner to join the Planning Division of their Community Development Department.DEPARTMENT / OFFICEThis is a Teamsters represented position within the Community Development Department.Interested individuals are encouraged to apply online at https://jobs.lewiscountywa.gov and to view application materials and job description. Late applications will not be accepted.Job Type: Regular Full-Time, Non-exemptSalary Range: Grade 120: $4,876–$6,560/mo. (DOQ)NATURE OF WORK Under close supervision, performs a variety of routine planning functions on behalf of the Lewis County Planning Division; provides customer service to the public; conducts planning research; and performs other related duties as assigned.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.Responds to planning inquiries from the public at the permit counter, via telephone and email, and during pre-application conferences between staff and the public. Provides information regarding planning policies and permitting processes; interpret and explains codes. Receives and processes various types of current planning permit applications. Conducts planning research, analysis, and special projects as assigned. Prepares staff reports and other documents used in long-range planning. Presents planning information to committees, elected officials, the Planning Commission, and the public. Participates in investigating code violations; works with property owners, Code Enforcement Officers, and the County Prosecutor’s Office to correct and resolve violations in code.WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work is performed in a standard office environment and occasionally in the field when assisting other Planners during onsite reviews; work involves public contact, light physical demands, and frequent use of a personal computer.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is the entry level in the Planner job series with emphasis on direct customer contact and response to public inquiries regarding County development regulations.EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS: Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Regional Planning, or a closely related field; AND six (6) month’s experience as an intern in a community development department.A valid Driver’s License is required.KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Knowledge of: County policies and procedures. Principles and practices of planning. Planning policies, procedures, and processes. Regulations and codes governing planning activities. Planning records, reports, and documentation. Customer service standards and protocol.Skills in: Performing a variety of basic planning functions. Responding to routine planning inquiries, interpreting basic development codes, and providing customer service to the public. Conducting planning and policy research and analysis. Operating office equipment and utilizing GIS and standard computer software applications. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other staff, County departments, outside agencies, and the general public. Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Regional Planning, or a closely related field; AND six (6) months’ experience as an intern in a community development department; OR equivalent experience in urban or regional planning. A valid Driver’s License is required. Proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Ability to speak, read, and write the English language effectively. Education in lieu of experience will be considered in accordance with Section 2.1 of the Lewis County Employee Handbook.
Lewis County is currently hiring an Assistant Planner to join the Planning Division of their Community Development Department.DEPARTMENT / OFFICEThis is a Teamsters represented position within the Community Development Department.Interested individuals are encouraged to apply online at https://jobs.lewiscountywa.gov and to view application materials and job description. Late applications will not be accepted.Job Type: Regular Full-Time, Non-exemptSalary Range: Grade 120: $4,876–$6,560/mo. (DOQ)NATURE OF WORK Under close supervision, performs a variety of routine planning functions on behalf of the Lewis County Planning Division; provides customer service to the public; conducts planning research; and performs other related duties as assigned.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.Responds to planning inquiries from the public at the permit counter, via telephone and email, and during pre-application conferences between staff and the public. Provides information regarding planning policies and permitting processes; interpret and explains codes. Receives and processes various types of current planning permit applications. Conducts planning research, analysis, and special projects as assigned. Prepares staff reports and other documents used in long-range planning. Presents planning information to committees, elected officials, the Planning Commission, and the public. Participates in investigating code violations; works with property owners, Code Enforcement Officers, and the County Prosecutor’s Office to correct and resolve violations in code.WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work is performed in a standard office environment and occasionally in the field when assisting other Planners during onsite reviews; work involves public contact, light physical demands, and frequent use of a personal computer.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is the entry level in the Planner job series with emphasis on direct customer contact and response to public inquiries regarding County development regulations.EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS: Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Regional Planning, or a closely related field; AND six (6) month’s experience as an intern in a community development department.A valid Driver’s License is required.KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Knowledge of: County policies and procedures. Principles and practices of planning. Planning policies, procedures, and processes. Regulations and codes governing planning activities. Planning records, reports, and documentation. Customer service standards and protocol.Skills in: Performing a variety of basic planning functions. Responding to routine planning inquiries, interpreting basic development codes, and providing customer service to the public. Conducting planning and policy research and analysis. Operating office equipment and utilizing GIS and standard computer software applications. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other staff, County departments, outside agencies, and the general public. Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Regional Planning, or a closely related field; AND six (6) months’ experience as an intern in a community development department; OR equivalent experience in urban or regional planning. A valid Driver’s License is required. Proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Ability to speak, read, and write the English language effectively. Education in lieu of experience will be considered in accordance with Section 2.1 of the Lewis County Employee Handbook.
