Planner II OR Planner III

Twin Falls County•Twin Falls, ID

About The Position

Twin Falls County is hiring a Planner II or Planner III to perform current and long-range planning services and ensure compliance with County zoning and subdivision ordinances, codes, and administrative agency stipulations. The work includes subdivision plat and conditional use permit applications and related land-use and zoning matters. The position works under the direct supervision of the Director, with considerable latitude for independent judgment and initiative. Duties are primarily performed in a general office environment and may include fieldwork and site visits. The Planner III also supervises Planner I/II staff. The Planner II salary is $29.35–$33.75 per hour ($61,048–$70,200 annually), depending on qualifications and experience. The Planner III salary is $32.38–$37.12 per hour ($67,142.40–$77,209.60 annually), depending on qualifications and experience. Applicants must pass a position-relevant background investigation and remain in good standing during County employment, and must possess a valid Idaho driver’s license.

Requirements

Planner II: Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, public administration, GIS, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Planner II: Two to three years of experience in planning or a related field is required, or equivalent experience and training that provide the necessary knowledge and abilities.
Planner III: Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, architecture, urban design, or a related field, or equivalent experience and training that provide the necessary knowledge and abilities.
Must pass a background investigation relevant to the position and remain in good standing during County employment.
Must possess a valid Idaho driver’s license.
Knowledge of comprehensive planning and zoning administration, development processes, and ordinance and code implementation and administration.
Knowledge of project development, design, engineering, traffic and transportation engineering, and review procedures for plans, permits, and licenses.
Knowledge of County planning and development objectives, ordinances, and codes, including zoning, development, design, subdivision, and sign regulations.
Knowledge of applicable state statutes, case law, and court decisions concerning planning, zoning, development, and land use.
Knowledge of research, statistical analysis, database management, municipal administration, and conflict resolution methods.
Ability to work cooperatively and constructively with coworkers and members of the public.
Ability to read and interpret legal and property descriptions, ordinances, codes, technical documents, building plans, blueprints, and diagrams, and relate plans to projects at different construction stages.
Ability to prioritize projects, review and schedule workloads, and ensure efficient use of staff and resources.
Ability to prepare and present oral and written reports and maintain hearing, review, inspection, and enforcement records and related documentation.
Ability to present reports to public interest groups, County bodies, advisory boards, task forces, community groups, the media, and other interested parties.
Ability to operate standard office equipment and a personal computer using applications appropriate to assigned duties.
Ability to communicate effectively and maintain working relationships with employees, the public, developers, builders, customers, applicants, property owners, and other parties, including in stressful or adversarial situations.
Sufficient speech and hearing to discern verbal instructions and communicate in person and by telephone, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Sufficient visual acuity to review written instructions and materials, technical documents, blueprints, and plans, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Sufficient manual dexterity to operate office equipment, computer systems, and a motor vehicle, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Sufficient flexibility, mobility, strength, and agility to work in an office and perform field inspections, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Planner II: AICP certification preferred.
Planner III: Five to ten years of experience in planning, development, or a related field preferred.
Planner III: AICP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Review development and subdivision plans, site plans, and conditional use permit applications for compliance with County codes and applicable agency stipulations.
Coordinate applications and review processes with affected agencies and parties.
Administer public hearing and appeal processes, including scheduling and presiding at hearings.
Verify compliance with stipulations on conditional use permits and subdivision plat applications.
Implement, administer, interpret, and amend the County comprehensive plan and related development ordinances and codes.
Research and prepare staff reports, hearing findings, responses, legal and related records, correspondence, and documents.
Provide technical advice and interpretations to the public, County staff, departments, agencies, and governing bodies.
Prepare and present planning, zoning, subdivision, development, and land-use proposals to County commissions and other administrative bodies.
Maintain planning records, documentation, correspondence, and database information, and prepare and present oral and written reports.
Coordinate updates to planning-related maps and documents with the GIS Analyst.
Prepare special studies and reports concerning planning and development issues and impacts as directed.
Represent the County to regional planning and intergovernmental bodies, community organizations, business and development associations, and other interested groups.
Research and prepare reports for Planner III and other County officials and agencies.
Monitor plan applications in geographic and proposed development areas.
Research and evaluate planning philosophy and goals, review plan application and implementation, and recommend studies and revisions.
Research and recommend comprehensive plan amendments and revisions.
Coordinate with task forces and study groups, gather public comments, and coordinate County planning efforts with municipalities and regional government bodies.
Evaluate and prepare recommended changes to zoning ordinances.
Perform work in accordance with County policies, procedures, and safety policies, and other assigned duties.
Planner III: Supervise Planner I/II staff.