Planner III - Hazard Mitigation Specialist

County of Delaware•Media, PA

48d

About The Position

The Environmental Senior Planner -Hazard Mitigation Specialist is responsible for carrying out and taking the lead on tasks including research, report preparation, and outreach for activities as set forth in the Department Work Program with a focus on hazard mitigation and related planning efforts. This role involves updating and maintaining the County's Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP), fostering participation from municipalities, developing informational resources, and collaborating with various agencies and neighboring counties. The specialist will also assist in stormwater planning, prepare environmental components of comprehensive plans, review state-mandated modules, develop grant applications, and provide technical assistance to municipalities.

Requirements

Master's degree in planning or related field, plus 2 years of Hazard Mitigation Plan experience; OR bachelor's degree in planning or related field, plus 4 years of Hazard Mitigation experience; OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to work in a team environment on a wide range of projects involving both public and private interests is essential.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Research skills.
Organizational and time management skills.
Familiarity with the planning process at the local level.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of AGOL or/and existing network within the hazard mitigation profession is/are a plus.

Responsibilities

Conducts activities related to updating/maintaining the County's Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP).
Prepares for and sets an annual Hazard Mitigation/Act 167 WPAC meeting.
Conducts necessary outreach and collects needed input for HMP update.
Develops HMP content including necessary data and appendix supporting documentation.
Fosters existing HMP municipalities and strives to add un-signed municipalities with a goal of 100% participation.
Develops informational resources for both the public and municipalities to further overall county understanding for the necessity for hazard mitigation planning.
Fosters collaborative relations with hazard mitigation efforts of the County Emergency Services Department as well as neighboring counties, the City of Philadelphia, and Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA).
Assists in county stormwater planning efforts including aiding in the implementation and updating of the Countywide Act 167 stormwater plan.
Prepares subdivision/land development reports and other section tasks as requested.
Provides work guidance to Planners and Interns, as required.
Prepares environmental components of municipal and/or multi-municipal comprehensive plans.
Participates in regional environmental and watershed group committees.
Presents at regional meetings, conferences, and local events.
Performs state-mandated sewage facilities planning module reviews.
Develops grant applications.
Provides technical assistance to municipalities concerning environmental issues and programs.
Responds to public inquiries regarding environmental issues.