(3A) Assistant County Planner - GIS Specialist

Cass County Government•Fargo, ND

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Cass County North Dakota is searching for a full-time Assistant County Planner - GIS Specialist to join their dedicated staff. This role involves a blend of fieldwork, collaboration, and technical creativity, focusing on reviewing subdivision and floodplain ordinance compliance, inspecting properties, designing GIS maps for various county plans, preparing visuals for presentations, and updating internal web applications with the latest data. The position works closely with the County Planner to ensure Cass County grows safely and efficiently.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
2+ years of experience in planning and zoning, geography, GIS, grant writing, or any equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and experience
Knowledge of operations, services, and functions of a planning, zoning, and floodplain program
Firm understanding of pertinent Federal, State, and local codes and ordinances governing building construction, subdivision, and zoning
Valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Planning, Geography, GIS, or a closely related field
American Institute of Certified Planners certifications
Knowledge of local Government operations, policies, and procedures
Understanding of local Government planning practices, including land use and zoning regulation
Firm grasp of county 911 requirements, policies, and procedures
Skilled in the principles and practices of project management and strategic planning
Technical drawings, schematics, and plans experience
Strong knowledge of geographic information systems usage in planning activities and data presentation
High-level proficiency in ESRI ArcGIS products, Microsoft Office, and eRecording software

Responsibilities

Reviewing subdivision and floodplain ordinance compliance
Inspecting properties to ensure they meet county regulations
Collaborating with the Highway Department to design detailed GIS maps for the 5-Year Highway Plan
Preparing visuals for upcoming budget presentations
Updating the internal LINK web application to reflect the latest data
Tackling tasks that keep Cass County growing safely and efficiently