Planner I or II

Overview Larimer County Community Development, located in Fort Collins, Colorado, is recruiting a Planner I or Planner II (depending on qualifications). This planning professional will work closely with the development review team to guide development projects, implement land use plans, and provide exceptional service to community members, applicants, and internal partners. 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. As assigned, serves as staff to the Board of County Commissioners, Planning Commission, or other commissions and committees, including preparation of reports and recommendations. What We're Looking For Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing. Knowledge of principles and practices of urban planning and land use regulations. Experience with group process, group dynamics, meeting facilitation, negotiation, mediation, and group problem‑solving principles and techniques. Specific technical subject matter as may be required to fulfill the job duties assigned to a given staff position, including, but not limited to, land use planning, historic preservation, landscape architecture, natural resource ecology, or site planning. Correctly apply relevant laws, regulations, intergovernmental agreements, plans, policies, and procedures. Collect and analyze data, develop routine plans and reports, and make recommendations. Effectively and efficiently perform development review functions. Effectively respond to conflict situations and people in conflict. Provide professional customer service to clients and the public. Accomplish the assigned workload in a timely manner and meet established performance standards and objectives. 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 Here’s what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions: 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 is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. A hybrid work option may be available after completing the probationary period. Attendance at occasional night meetings is required. Other Information An offer of employment is contingent upon 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr