Economic Development Planner
County of Sullivan
April 7, 2015
Professional Area:
Economic Planning and Development
Experience:
3-5 years
Contact person:
Sullivan County Personnel Department
Phone:
845-807-0485
Fax:
845-807-0494
Location:
Monticello, NY
Sullivan County Division of Planning & Environmental Management is seeking an ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PLANNER. This is a mid-level professional planning position responsible for a diverse range of planning and economic development program functions. These assignments may include, but are not limited to, program planning, small business development, reporting and program evaluation, financial management, assisting in the development of economic and community revitalization plans and participating in the identification and application of State and Federal grants. Work assignments may increase in level of complexity and responsibility as the incumbents' professional competence increases.
Candidate must possess a Master's Degree or higher in planning, economic development, community development, business studies, environmental studies, geography, public administration or a closely related field and four (4) years’ experience in community and economic development planning; or a Bachelor's Degree or higher in planning; economic development, community development, business studies, environmental studies, geography, public administration or a closely related field and six (6) years of experience as described above.
Note: Post Bachelor’s work in planning or a closely related field can be substituted on a basis of thirty (30) credits being equivalent to one (1) year of required experience.
All new hires to County employment must certify to County residency within 6 months of appointment.
Submit applications and resumes to Sullivan County Personnel Department, 100 North Street, Monticello, NY 12701. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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