Associate Planner

Full Time Benefits Include: • County pays $1,500 per month towards medical, dental, vision, life insurance and employee assistance program for employee and eligible family members • Retirement: Walla Walla County full time employees are eligible for Washington State Department of Retirement Services (DRS) • HRA Veba account: Employer contribution may apply • Wellness program • Access to MetLife Pet Insurance • Deferred compensation plans offered • Twelve paid holidays annually • Vacation accrual based on seniority (see Union Contract) • Benefited employees shall accrue sick leave benefits at the percentage rate of hours worked per week, to a maximum of eight (8) hours earned per month based on a forty (40) hour workweek but not less than one (1) hour per every forty (40) hours worked per County Policy 30.05.0

Brief Duties and Responsibilities: Performs current and long-range land use planning, research, review development proposals and plats, and other related work. Responsible for land use, environmental, and development proposal review work compiling, analyzing, modifying, and illustrating a variety of economic, social, and physical factors consistent with state and county laws, ordinances, and the county Comprehensive Plan. Works under the policy and administrative guidance of the Community Development Director and/or senior planning staff. Independently conducts assigned projects and coordinates efforts with other county departments, the Planning Commission, the Technical Review Committee, the Hearing Examiner, the Board of County Commissioners, and the general public.

Working Environment/Physical Abilities: Work is typically performed in an office setting, however traveling to meetings, public hearings, or a development site(s) in various weather conditions is required. Required to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time. Require sufficient hearing and speech ability to communicate verbally. Require manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate a computer, telephone, and peripherals. Position may require climbing, standing, and walking at field sites.

Minimum Qualifications: Education And Experience: Bachelor’s degree in planning, geography, or an associated field and Three (3) years of responsible experience which provides familiarity with land use controls, comprehensive plans, economic development, environmental regulations, and mapping techniques.

Licenses And Other Requirements: Must successfully pass a background check and a driving record check. Valid driver’s license required. Must have the ability to attend meetings, training workshops outside of regular work hours.