Senior Planner - Planning, Building & Development

Senior Planner - Planning, Building & Development

Job Description

Primary responsibilities would include grant funded administration of public infrastructure projects and the preparation of environmental review records. Under general supervision, performs work of considerable difficulty in the advanced analysis of technical data and major project work in planning and general administration of grant programs. This is a professional position involving responsibility for community development programs. Responsibilities of this position include: assistance with the preparation of the Consolidated Housing and Community Development Plan; administration of the County's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program and other community development programs in which the County may participate. The candidate will also be responsible for the evaluation of funding applications, the provision of technical assistance to grantees and grant applicants, program and project management/financial record keeping abilities, and monitoring of grantee performance. Strong assistance is required in the facilitation of the public participation process and presentations on CDBG Program matters to various Commissions and Committees, the County Board, and other public or private groups. Performs related work as required or assigned. There is a need for staff attendance at occasional night meetings. This is a grant funded position.

Required Skills

Strong management and communication skills needed. Considerable knowledge (and understanding) of community development principles and practices of urban/regional planning, community development, or public administration, and community development programs and resources. Considerable knowledge of local, state and federal legislation affecting community development. Good knowledge of the principles and practices of program/project management and administration. Excellent communication skills as shown by the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with others, both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, supervisors, community and public officials, State and Federal agency representatives, and members of the public. Ability to prepare and review complex studies and reports. Strong research and analytical abilities essential, as are excellent computer skills.

Required Experience

Completion of a baccalaureate degree program from a college or university of recognized standing with major course work in urban or regional planning, business or public administration, social science, or a closely related field. Master's degree is preferred. Preference may be given to candidates holding an advanced degree and/or practical experience with the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. Three years progressively responsible experience in planning at the level of Planner or three years experience in the community development field is preferred.

ANY OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT IS CONDITIONED ON THE SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF A PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAM, WHICH INCLUDES A DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREEN.
Job Location
Waukegan, IL, US.
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
Salary
$53,778-$65,910 US Dollar (USD)
Applications will be accepted
April 20, 2010