Associate Planner

Ada County is a great place to work! We have more than 2000 employees dedicated to enhancing our community’s quality of life.  Our Development Services team is growing, and this is an excellent opportunity to be a part of taking this team to the next level.

We offer a competitive benefits package which includes excellent medical, dental and vision insurance; generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start; 11 paid holidays a year; participation in one of the  Nation's best state retirement systems which includes 11.94% employer contribution; various savings plans including a deferred compensation 457(b) plan with up to 3% county match; 401K plan; paid parental leave; work-from-home options; life insurance; wellness programs; ongoing training opportunities and career pathing.

The generous Ada County Total Rewards package increase the base salary by approximately 40 percent.

Our Mission: Development Services staff helps guide growth on behalf of Ada County residents and leaders through every development (and building) activity.

Our Vision: Balancing growth for a sustainable future while maintaining the trust of those we serve.

Learn more about Ada County Development Servies by visiting our website.  Ada County Development Services

POSITION GENERAL SUMMARY
Performs complex and varied planning and zoning assignments related to development, plan reviews and technical analysis; produces written reports and makes presentations at meetings; performs related work as required. Planners have considerable latitude to exercise independent initiative and judgment. Completed work is subject to review and evaluation by the Planning Manager and the Department Director.
 
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
An Associate Planner performs complex work according to general instruction. The work requires ability to work independently and use discretion to complete work.

• Reviews land use applications and site plans for completeness and for compliance with ordinances, codes, regulations;
• Develops and presents analytical reports on zoning applications to the public and officials;
• Maintains consistent policy in plan and ordinance implementation and development application processing;
• Provides input in formulation of plans and ordinance amendments;
• Conducts research and writes comprehensive reports;
• Prepares and processes amendments to the ordinances, plans and agreements;
• Maintains current copies of plans and ordinances, and analyzes plans and ordinances;
• Advises fellow employees, elected officials and the public about technical requirements of plans ordinances and other regulations;
• Provides assistance to others in the technical aspects of development application processing;
• Coordinates the compilation of related data used in the analysis of community planning and zoning;
• Inspects development and field sites, analyzes development in order to determine compliance with existing laws and codes.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

• Participates in interagency coordination and planning committees;
• Receives, researches and answers inquiries on planning and zoning matters;
• Participates in special project reviews;
• Performs related functions as required.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in planning or a related field or equivalent combination of education required;
• A minimum of two years of experience working in a public planning agency or in a related field;
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of planning and zoning as they pertain to the design and development of urban, suburban and rural areas;
• Knowledge of the pertinent ordinances, codes, regulations, and plans pertaining to planning & zoning;
• Knowledge of the techniques required in the preparation of maps, charts and graphics;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, and Geographic Information Systems applications;
• Ability to exercise independent judgment;
• Ability to plan, organize and analyze complex planning projects effectively; 
• Ability to conduct research, review and analyze complex information;
• Ability to present the results of analysis effectively in verbal, written or graphic form;
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and others.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a good driving record in accordance with Ada County vehicle policy.

• Work is performed primarily in an office environment and the employee in this class is subject to inside environmental conditions;
• May be required to conduct field inspections and be subject to outdoor environmental conditions;
• May be required to lift up to 20 lbs.;
• Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, which permit the employee to function in a general office environment to accomplish tasks.

DISCLAIMER:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. Ada County provides Veteran's Preference for all County jobs except for those deemed "key positions" in accordance with Title 65, Chapter 5 of Idaho Code.

Salary : $55,000 - $75,000