Consulting Municipal Land Planner

Puget Sound Energy • Bothell, WA

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About The Position

Lead land planning strategist and implementor for complex regulatory acquisitions of PSE's critical energy infrastructure which could be represented singularly or in combination through multiple jurisdictions, complex political and public engagement, large expense, significant land use and environmental concerns. Provides leadership, mentorship and strategic guidance to land planning team and internal/external customers on development of appropriate course of action to accomplish regulatory objectives (e.g. minimization or elimination of permit requirement or issuance of permit). Develops project specific strategies and provides expertise as PSE responds to proposed new regulations at the local, state and federal level on land use and environmental issues. Note: Job title is reserved for complex and critical multi-year projects with typical capital and/or O&M budgets greater than $40M. Demonstrates commitment to conduct business honestly, ethically and consistent with our core values and Code of Conduct. Ensures duties are performed in accordance with all regulatory compliance obligations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban/Land Planning, Natural Sciences or related field and 10 years direct land planning experience or equivalent combination of education and/or relevant work experience
• Expert knowledge of land use procedures and processes at the local, state and federal levels
• Strong understanding of municipal political processes and structures
• Excellent customer service skills including the proven ability to manage customer expectations and guide jurisdictional staff through the application of regulatory requirements as they relate to critical utility infrastructure
• Demonstrated ability to successfully lead projects involving multiple stakeholders in a charged environment
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to read and understand company construction drawings
• Experience utilizing MS Office suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Nice To Haves

• Masters of Science degree in Land Planning
• Significant experience in energy utility regulatory negotiations.
• License or certification in wetland science, geology, or other environmental disciplines.
• American Planning Associations AICP certification.

Responsibilities

• Works independently to perform complex permitting functions in support of PSE's most significant, high profile projects
• Provides expert policy and strategy recommendations on regional land use issues across PSE's service territory
• May lead cross-department and cross-business unit projects to solve complex business issues and/or improve land use-related processes and policies
• Mentors, guides and trains other Land Planners
• Develops blanket contracts and manages consultant resources for overflow work
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• There are additional voluntary options of supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, and an Employee assistance program (EAP).
• For long term savings, PSE offers a 401(k) investment option and a cash balance retirement plan.
• Employees will also receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays throughout the calendar year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees