Senior Planner (Job ID# - 44920)

State Of New Hampshire • Concord, NH

390d • $65,166 - $88,608

About The Position

The Senior Planner position at the State of New Hampshire's Department of Business and Economic Affairs involves overseeing and implementing agency policies related to natural resources, land use planning, and economic development. This role includes managing data collection and GIS activities, supervising municipal assistance programs, and coordinating with various state agencies to ensure effective planning and development initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in planning, geography, environmental science, or a related field.
• Experience in land use planning, economic development, or related policy areas.
• Strong analytical and data management skills, particularly with GIS.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with various stakeholders.
• Experience in budget development and management.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in planning or a related field.
• Experience with FEMA programs and floodplain management.
• Knowledge of state and federal planning regulations.
• Familiarity with grant writing and funding acquisition.

Responsibilities

• Administer agency policies and objectives for program activities in natural resources, land use planning, and economic development.
• Initiate and direct data collection and management activities related to the State Data Center and GIS.
• Supervise municipal and regional assistance programs and floodplain management.
• Prepare annual work programs in collaboration with program staff and ensure their implementation.
• Work with the Finance Director to develop and implement program budgets.
• Participate in state agency coordination activities related to land use planning and community development.
• Serve as the state coordinator for FEMA's National Flood Insurance Program and Risk Mapping, Assessment, and Planning program.
• Prepare and administer contractual agreements with government units and private firms.
• Collaborate on the design and implementation of GIS and other research/data collection projects.
• Serve as the lead contact to the Census Bureau on population estimates and census activities.
• Supervise the annual population estimates and periodic projections released by OEP.
• Oversee and direct the ongoing State Development Program.
• Prepare grant applications to secure funding for statewide planning documents.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Dental insurance coverage
• Retirement savings plan (401k)
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed