Senior Planner
About this Position
Lane County Land Management Division Planning team is looking for a positive and collaborative land use professional to advance unincorporated and rural areas planning. The next senior planner will focus on areas such as processing complex land use applications (e.g. plan amendment/zone change) and appeals, managing code amendment projects, and as needed, providing assistance to the current planning team.
The Land Management Division includes the following programs: Land Use Planning, Building Safety, Administration and Code Compliance. The Division provides customer service in areas such as issuing planning, building, and septic permits; reviewing building plans; inspecting structures for compliance with state and national code standards and regulations; and responding to complaints of code violations.
The Lane County Planning Program is responsible for the administration of land use codes, including zoning and land division regulations. Planning staff are also responsible for the maintenance of the Lane County Rural Comprehensive Plan (RCP) and the formulation and amendment of land use regulations to implement the RCP. In addition to these responsibilities, staff complete projects at the direction of the Board of Commissioners and also coordinate regional planning efforts with local, State, and Federal agencies and organizations. Planning Program staff strive to enhance the quality of life for current and future generations of Lane County residents by planning for places that provide a spectrum of economic, environmental and social benefits through a balanced land use management approach that is consistent with Oregon's Statewide Planning System.
Lane County operates one of the premier land use programs in the state. Within Lane County there are 35 rural communities, 12 cities, a large regional metropolitan planning area, and millions of acres of farm and forest-zoned lands. Lane County stretches from the Coast to the Cascades and it is the only jurisdiction in the State of Oregon where all 19 Statewide Planning Goals are implemented. Strong development pressures and organized anti-development interests make Lane County an exciting and dynamic place to practice planning.
Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm; Occasional overtime, per operational needs.
*This is an AFSCME represented position*
QUALIFICATIONS:
Training:
- Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in regional or urban planning or a related field.
Experience:
- Three years of increasingly responsible experience in city, county or regional planning, including one year of lead responsibility.
Special Desired Experience:
- Knowledge and experience working with Oregon Land Conservation and Development Goals and Rules is preferred.
- An equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
CLASSIFICATION DETAILS:
Senior Planner Classification Page
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
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.
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 2022 -2024 Strategic Plan (Download PDF reader) 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.