Assistant Planner
- Deschutes County, OR
- $6,304-7,663 per month
- Permanent
- Full-time
The Community Development Department facilitates orderly growth and development in the Deschutes County community through coordinated programs of Building Safety, Code Compliance, Coordinated Services, Environmental Soils, Planning and education and service to the public.ABOUT THE COUNTY:
We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,250 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.We hope you'll consider joining our talented team.ABOUT THE JOB:You will have the opportunity to review land use applications to achieve compliance with Deschutes County Code and state land use laws, manage the County's addressing program, and conduct research on planning issues to assist citizens and CDD personnel. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. However, the required work hours may include support for approximately three evening meetings (5:00 pm to 9:00 pm) per month.This position is located in Deschutes County and may be eligible for hybrid of in-office/remote work as allowed by policy and approved by the supervisor. Key Responsibilities:
- Apply basic principles, practices and procedures, regulations, and ordinances governing the Deschutes County CDD, including answering inquiries and providing information on planning issues to assist citizens and CDD personnel; duties may vary according to job assignment.
- Review and process planning and permit applications of low to moderate complexity.
- Assign addresses pursuant to Title 16 in coordination with local jurisdictions and fire districts.
Knowledge of or experience with:
- Exceptional communication skills with the public and across various levels of government.
- Principles of record keeping and regional community resources available to citizens.
- County, state, and federal laws, regulations and ordinances governing planning, zoning, code enforcement, building safety, municipal services, urban development, traffic engineering, and transportation planning.
- Performing a variety of technical urban/rural planning functions.
- Understanding and applying complex development regulations, technical standards, review procedures, federal and state rules and regulations, and County policy and procedures.
- Explaining regulations, policies, and procedures related to planning, development, and addressing.
- Bachelor's degree in Planning, Engineering, Earth Sciences, Business or Public Administration;
- AND one (1) year of related experience with computers and community development programs;
- OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the job.
Deschutes County offers eligible employees a comprehensive health care package that covers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents. Coverage becomes effective the first of the month following 1 month of employment. Included in the health care package is the Deschutes Onsite Clinic (DOC), which provides a wide range of health, wellness, and primary care services to employees and their dependents. The DOC offers convenient hours and no out-of-pocket costs to patients. The DOC Pharmacy is a full service pharmacy available to employees and dependents to have their prescriptions filled at a discounted co-pay. In addition to the health care package, Deschutes County provides a generous and comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees.Employer paid benefit offerings include:
- Life Insurance for employee and dependents
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Long-term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement Program through Oregon PERS
- Time Management Leave
- 125 Flexible Spending Program
- 457 Deferred Compensation Program
- Supplemental Life and Accident Insurance