Associate Planner III (Open Until Filled)

Job Summary

The Associate Planner III is responsible for current permitting activities. Supervises and mentors junior planners, reviews and prepares written responses on complex or inter-jurisdictional development applications. Oversees Permit Review Committee and assists with Planning Commission activities and meetings. Assists with long-range planning including updates to the comprehensive land use plan and codes, reviews and comments on changes to other jurisdiction's plans or regulations. Represents the Tribes on regional planning committees as assigned and participates in or coordinates other projects and initiatives as directed.

Compensation

$33.27 Minimum

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Planning or related field.
• Masters Degree in related field preferred.

Minimum Related Experience

• Five (5) years of experience in current planning, working with land use, zoning, building permits, subdivision review, and environmental regulatory compliance.
• Two (2) years of experience working with multiple planning specializations, including comprehensive planning, land use code amendments, subdivision review, transportation planning, smart growth strategies, and critical areas/shoreline management planning.
• One (1) year of supervisory experience.
• One (1) year of experience working in Indian County preferred.

Required Licenses/Certifications/Prerequisites

• WA State Driver’s License. (Personal Auto Insurance)
• Must adhere to the Motor Vehicle Regulations. (Abstract Required)
• Must pass an Agility exam to determine if physically capable of performing the job.

Terms of Employment

This is a regular Full-time position. To find out more about the department, please visit their website: https://www.tulaliptribes-nsn.gov/PublicWorks/Planning.