Planner IV - GIS and Data Specialist

State of Delaware•Dover, DE

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About The Position

The DNREC Conservation Programs Section serves as a liaison between DNREC and the state's three Conservation Districts and it administers a number of programs related to water quality protection, drainage, and sediment and stormwater management. This position is responsible for advanced planning, research, and analysis in support of State efforts to mitigate impacts of nonpoint source pollution by implementing water quality best management practices and effective outreach and education initiatives. Position will use analytical abilities to interpret and communicate complex information in support of planning and policy development. Work involves leading projects, coordinating internal and external stakeholders, and providing technical guidance on data-driven planning efforts.

Requirements

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
At least three years experience as a planner OR at least three years experience in a planning function.
Experience in having responsibility for a most complex planning project (complexity is to be determined based on variables such as discipline, population, fiscal impact, geographic area, social impact, planning horizon, public involvement, research and analysis, and the nature of the project team).
Experience in serving as a subject matter expert in the field of Geographical Information System (GIS) operations and analyses.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Nonpoint Source Pollution (NPS) and Best Management Practices (BMPs)
Experience in research analyses to determine trends and patterns, and technical report writing

Responsibilities

Analyze and assess data, problems, and issues and their impact on programs, plans or the current environment.
Define and evaluate alternative uses of resources, viable options/approaches and anticipated costs and benefits, consequences and outcomes using present and projected information.
Develop recommended course of action for public and private decisions in formal plans and policies including policy statements, budget allocations, regulations and/or legislation to affect and facilitate change and reach objectives.
Formulate plans and policies to meet the social, economic, and physical needs of communities.
Develop, promote and market strategies for the implementation of plans, policies and programs.
Build consensus with community leaders, customers, advocates, and other affected parties via negotiations, mediation and facilitation.
Involve and educate special interest groups, customers, and public officials via variety of forums, e.g., seminars, workshops, conferences, newsletters, assessments, and analytical reports.
Coordinate planning activities and policies across state, regional, county and local levels; integrate with other entities outside the state.
Provide technical assistance, training and education for understanding and managing change.
Design and manage the planning process.
Systematically evaluate the impact of plan implementation and incorporate findings with the ongoing planning process.