Planner I - Kootenai County
ID, ID
About the Job
PLANNER I– Planning for present & future generations
Check out our Community Development page: http://www.kcgov.us/departments/bandp/
APPLY ONLINE AT https://www.kcgov.us/356/Employment-Opportunities AND
ATTACH COVER LETTER AND RESUME
THE POSITIONS: Provides planning and zoning related information to the public and reviews permits for compliance with local, state, and federal requirements and performs other related work as required. There are two areas of expertise that the Planner II position could be assigned to: Front Counter Planner or Current Planner.
- $28.57 to $33.94 per hour depending on experience
- Public Employees Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI), a pension plan with five year vesting, 11.18% employer contribution, and a lifetime payout upon retirement.
- Excellent and comprehensive benefits package. For example, employee-only medical/dental/vision premium of only $55.33 per month (nicotine free rate). View our entire benefits package.
- 40 hours of vacation after 6 months of employment.
- Do you have student loan debt? This position is Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligible allowing employees who qualify 100% student loan forgiveness
View the full job description
DO YOU QUALIFY?
- Do you have a Bachelor of Arts/Science Degree in Geography, Landscape Architecture, Urban or Regional Planning or related field?
- Do you have 1 year relevant planning experience in the public or private sector?
- PLEASE NOTE: A Master’s degree may substitute for 1 year of relevant planning experience in the public or private sector.
- Certification in the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) preferred
- Do you possess or have the ability to possess a driver’s license and are you insurable?
THIS POSITION IS A GOOD FIT FOR YOU IF:
- You understand principles of comprehensive planning, zoning and subdivision regulations
- You can interpret and apply state and county ordinances and regulations
- You have knowledge of Kootenai County, its people and government organizations
- You have excellent oral and written communication skills
- You are organized, able to set priorities and meet critical deadlines in a high volume environment
- Have a strong working knowledge of ArcView and ArcGIS software
CONTACT US:
Community Development (208) 446-1082
Human Resources (208)446-1640
OUR LOCATION: Located in beautiful northern Idaho, and home to approximately 185,000 residents, Kootenai County is surrounded by scenic mountains and more than twenty pristine lakes--an outdoor enthusiast's dream. The largest city and county seat is located in Coeur d'Alene and is on the majestic shores of Lake Coeur d'Alene. With a low crime rate it is an ideal place to call home. Click here to learn more about living in Kootenai County.
TO APPLY: Apply online at https://www.kcgov.us/356/Employment-Opportunities In order to be considered please attach cover letter and resume to your online application. Must successfully pass the County’s pre-employment and subsequent drug tests.
EOE/Vets Preference/Drug Free Workplace