Planner I or II

Responsibilities

• Accepts, reviews, and evaluates various land use applications;
• prepares and presents staff reports, including analysis and recommendations;
• applies the Larimer County Land Use Code in a manner consistent with County policies and procedures;
• assists in the analysis and drafting or refinement of land use regulations and procedures;
• assists in the development and execution of methods to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of adopted regulations, procedures, plans, programs, and strategies;
• conducts meetings involving the general public, special interest groups, County staff, County boards and commissions, and any others as assigned;
• responds to requests for information from citizens, developers, and others for a wide variety of inquiries including, but not limited to, County plans, policies, procedures, regulations, and pending development and building permit applications;
• performs special studies and projects as assigned and required.

Qualifications

• Planner I: One (1) year of experience in professional planning or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities preferred. Bachelor's degree, or equivalent education, from an accredited college or university in Urban Planning or a related field required. Possess reliable transportation to be able to work in any County facility as needed and required.
• Planner II: Three (3) years of experience in urban planning or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities with at least two (2) as a Planner I in Larimer County, or comparable experience, required. Bachelor's degree, or equivalent education, from an accredited college or university in Urban Planning or a related field required. Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Urban Planning or a related field preferred. Possession of AICP (American Institute of Certified Planners) certification preferred. Possess reliable transportation to be able to work in any County facility as needed and required.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
457(b) Deferred Compensation
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Schedule

The typical schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. A hybrid work option may be available after the successful completion of the probationary period. Attendance at occasional night meetings is required.

Supplemental Information

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing. All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.