PLANNER 1

Warren County, Ohio

Application Deadline: August 19, 2016

The Warren County Regional Planning Commission is seeking an amazing entry-level, full-time, Planner 1. The preferred candidate will have experience working on planning projects, including master/comprehensive plan updates, and zoning code updates; have the ability to understand planning, zoning and placemaking principles and practices; and will be familiar with local government planning and development operations and procedures.

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. The Planner I(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

  1. Assists in the development, implementation and evaluation of plans, policies, procedures and programs pertaining to County development (e.g., researches, assimilates and analyzes data; formulates alternative solutions of policies, prepares graphic reports, etc.).
  2. Prepares zoning, land use and special study maps.
  3. Provides technical assistance and information regarding land use, public utilities, government regulations, economics, population mechanics, conservation, etc.
  4. Represents Regional Planning Commission in contacts with government officials, developers, general public, etc.
  5. Assists in maintaining and administering the Warren County Subdivision Regulations.
  6. Reviews and recommends amendments to subdivision, zoning and other County township regulations.
  7. Reviews and processes minor subdivision (lot split) applications.
  8. Reviews preliminary and final subdivision plats.
  9. Sends out preliminary and final plat transmittals.
  10. Reviews requests for zoning text and map amendments.
  11. Prepares letters to applicants regarding actions taken.
  12. Gives oral presentations on staff reports and community plans.
  13. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Planning or related field. AICP certification encouraged.

Experience: No direct experience is required. Experience in planning related activities preferred.

Applicants must submit a Letter of Interest and Resume to the Warren County Regional Planning Commission, 406 Justice Drive, Lebanon, Ohio 45036 to the attention of Sharon Coffman. You may also submit this material via e-mail to Warren County Regional Planning Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

COMPENSTATION:

Salary Range: $30,201.60-$43,596.80 depending on experience.