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Principal Planner
Location:
Howell, MI
Description:
Livingston County was named a 2022 Top Workplace by the Detroit Free Press! Based solely on employee feedback, the Top Workplace title is a badge of honor for the County. With over 700 employees serving within 18 departments, 5 elected offices, and 5 Courts, Livingston County's top priority is providing effective and efficient services that improve the quality of life for all of our residents. About Us: We are located in Southeast Michigan and are one of the fastest growing counties in Michigan. Livingston County consists of 16 townships, 2 villages and 2 cities. The county contains a diverse mix of rural agricultural areas, historic downtowns, suburban development, lake-side living and large recreational lands. Home to two metro parks (Kensington and Huron Meadows), 3 state recreation areas (Island Lake, Brighton, and Pinckney), 1 state park (Lakelands Trail), 2 state game areas, 1 wildlife area, 2 Livingston County parks (Lutz and Fillmore), and numerous local parks, Livingston County has an abundance of recreational opportunities. Livingston County offers 163 park acres per 1,000 residents, more than any other county in Southeast Michigan. Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Planning Director, this position is responsible for providing professional planning services for complex and large-scale projects. Benefits: Retirement plan includes a 401a with up to 8% employer contribution Comprehensive Medical, Pharmacy, Dental & Vision Optional HSA with an employer match Optional Voluntary 457 Deferred Compensation plan Short-term & Long-term disability & Basic Life & AD&D insurance Health & Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts Paid vacation, sick days & 13 Holidays. Unused vacation and sick time rolls over Tuition Reimbursement Up to $500 annual Wellness reimbursement* & $100 incentive for completing your annual physical & Health Assessment . Voluntary benefits such as Pet Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital & Whole Life policies Employee assistance program *Pro-rated based on DOH Pay Rate Information: The Principal Planner position is a non-union/full-time position and starting pay is $71,593.60/yr . This position is eligible for step pay increases within our Non-Union Grade 10 Wage Scale . Top end of the current wage scale for this position is $90,708.80/yr . Essential Job Functions: An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the duties, which the employee may be expected to perform. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. 1. Conducts complex planning studies to include conducting research, organizing, and evaluating data, and preparing and presenting reports.2. Assists local communities with planning activities to include providing professional guidance, on-site inspections, site plan review, and other technical assistance.3. Provides customer service to other departments, outside agencies, and the general public regarding planning issues.4. Attends, participates, and may facilitate various meetings and committees.5. Recommends and identifies alternatives on planning related issues.6. Serves as the planning liaison with local communities to include assessing needs and coordinating services.7. Gathers and compiles data and prepares and presents graphical presentations.8. Keeps abreast of legislative and regulatory developments, new administrative techniques, and current issues through continued education and professional growth. Attends conferences, workshops, and seminars as appropriate.9. Perform all other duties as assigned. Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Minimum Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job. Requirements include the following: Bachelor's Degree in planning or related field and five years of experience as a professional planner. The County, at its discretion, may consider an alternative combination of formal education and work experience. American Institute of Certified Planners certification is required, or ability to achieve within 2 years of employment. Michigan Vehicle Operator's License. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of land use and urban planning and development, and applicate local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Considerable knowledge of specialization such as housing, zoning, historic preservation and economic development, research methods, mathematical and statistical principles related to urban growth and development and planning and zoning enabling legislation. Skill in assembling and analyzing data and preparing comprehensive and accurate reports. Skill in effectively communicating ideas and concepts orally and in writing. Ability to establish effective working relationships and use good judgment, initiative and resourcefulness when dealing with County employees, contractors to the County, representatives of other governmental units, professional contacts, elected officials, and the public. Ability to assess situations, solve problems, work effectively under stress, within deadlines, and in emergency situations. Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate in person and by telephone, read regular and small print, view, and produce written and electronic documents, and enter data on a computer keyboard with repetitive keystrokes. The employee must be mobile in an office setting, stand, sit, stoop, and kneel, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must lift or push/pull objects of up to 15 lbs. without assistance. Accommodation will be made, as needed, for office employees required to lift or move objects that exceed this weight. The typical work environment of this job is a business office setting where the noise level is quiet and sometimes moderate. The employee is also required to travel to other locations and may be exposed to outside weather conditions in reviewing target sites. Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less). Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more). Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors). Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up or down or to the left and right when vision is fixed on a given point). Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships). Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).
Company:
Livingston County
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro
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