Planning & Zoning Director - Gem County, Idaho

Planning & Zoning Director

Gem County, Idaho

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Land-Use Management and Code Enforcement

Zoning Administration

Experience: 

1-3 years

Contact person: 

Lorna McGowan

Phone: 

208/477-2013

Fax: 

208/365-7795

Email: 

lmcgowan@co.gem.id.us

Website: 

http://www.planetizen.com/Gem%20County

Location: 

Emmett, ID

GEM COUNTY / CITY OF EMMETT

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Planning Director/Zoning Administrator

DEPARTMENT:  Development Services

REPORTS TO: Board of County Commissioners

PAY RATE:$53,000+ per annum, DOE (exempt)

BENEFITS:  Medical/Dental/Vision/Life paid for employee, PERSI retirement, sick       leave, vacation, holidays, and funeral leave.

JOB SUMMARY

Under direct supervision of the Gem County Board of County Commissioners and accountable to the Emmett Mayor and City Council, performs professional level technical work related to land use planning, zoning, construction plan review, site inspection and grant writing. Manages development services for Gem County and City of Emmett, including department budget oversight, ordinance development, employee supervision, staffing of planning and zoning commissions and administration. Oversees Gem County code enforcement and building functions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Oversees the day-to-day operation of the Development Services Department, including budgeting, purchasing, training and supervision of Planning and Zoning, Code Enforcement and Building Department employees.
• Serves as the Zoning and Floodplain Administrator for Gem County and City of Emmett, responsible for all duties assigned to the Administrator through the Zoning and Floodplain Ordinances.
• Ensures development service activities are effectively coordinated with other City and County departments, local and regional service providers and state and federal agencies.
• Performs in-depth analyses of land use proposals regarding conformity with established plans and ordinances; conducts planning related research and collects and analyzes data to produce complete, accurate and logical staff reports, compliance letters and other zoning certificates. Requires physical travel and on-site investigation of real property conditions.
• Prepares and oversees the preparation of written staff reports on development applications to City and County Zoning Commissions and elected officials. Required to attend evening meetings and make oral presentations during public hearings.
• Prepares and oversees the preparation of written reports, studies and recommendations on long-range planning initiatives to the Joint Planning Commission and elected officials.
• Directly provides and oversees customer assistance to the public, the real estate community, appraisers, developers and others inquiring into planning and zoning related issues, planning application procedures, and community development regulations and ordinances.
• Reads, interprets, and reviews site designs, topographic plans, landscape plans, and architectural plans and comments on needed changes and adjustments to plans.
• Provides advice and recommendations to the appointed and elected officials regarding the Joint Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision Ordinance, and Floodplain Ordinance deficiencies and potential amendments.
• Ensures all requirements of the Subdivision Ordinance are followed, including application procedures, on-site inspections, bonding and improvements.
• Represents Gem County and City of Emmett on various local and regional planning and community development committees and effectively and accurately reports to elected officials on outcomes and anticipated impacts of committee results.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with appointed and elected officials, other civic leaders, clients, state and federal authorities, and other local government departments;
• Uses ArcView and associated computer databases to research property ownership and land use information

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education / Experience

• Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for satisfactory job performance. The following factors will be considered minimum qualifications:

1)    A minimum of four years of experience in land development and/or land use planning field;

2)    Bachelor’s degree in planning or a related field plus two years of experience in land development and/or planning field;

3)    Knowledge of the principles, theories and objectives of state and local area laws, codes and other regulations pertinent to planning, zoning and community development;

4)    Knowledge of zoning, subdivision and floodplain ordinances and comprehensive plans, including their formation, process of adoption and enforcement;

5)    Reading and understanding complex site plans and blueprints;

6)    Research techniques and report compilation;

7)    Personal computers and related software applications (e.g. GIS, word processing, database and spreadsheets).

• Proven knowledge and competencies in the following areas: 1) Idaho Local Land Use Planning Act; 2) Idaho statutes related to subdivisions and annexations; 3) basic land development and real estate practices; and 4) qualitative research and analysis skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills; tactful interaction with the general public; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers.

Reasoning

• Ability to solve problems using the principles of logic.

Language

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively respond to questions from groups of the community, officials, customers and general public.

Mathematical

• Ability to calculate basic figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area circumference and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Licensing

• AICP preferred.
• Possession of a valid Idaho driver’s license and a safe driving record is required. If selected for employment, out-of-state candidates must obtain a valid Idaho driver’s license within the introductory period.

PUBLIC WORKS ANALYST - Village of Winnetka, IL

VILLAGE OF WINNETKA PUBLIC WORKS ANALYST
The Village of Winnetka is seeking a Public Works Analyst, a position that plays an integral role in the Village’s Public Works Department, and has significant responsibilities in the areas of public relations, program evaluation, budgeting, purchasing, project management, and payroll. Winnetka’s Public Works Department provides the following core services: refuse collection and disposal, roadway and right-of-way maintenance, snow removal, stormwater drainage and sanitary sewers, public facility maintenance, internal fleet services, engineering, and forestry. The selected individual will provide administrative and technical assistance for the Department, supervise customer service at the PW Yards building, act as the Department’s FOIA Officer, assist in public relations needs, serve as the liaison to the Environmental & Forestry Commission and work closely with the Water & Electric Department as well as the community.
Desired Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, political science, or a related field. Master’s degree in public
  or business administration preferred.
  
• 2 to 4 years minimum recent work experience; experience in municipal government or public body strongly preferred.
  Other Requirements:
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Good organization and prioritization skills.
  • Ability to provide excellent customer service and to work effectively with elected officials, citizens, and employees.
  • Good knowledge of business mathematics, statistics, research methodology, as well as experience with computer
  spreadsheets, databases and related software.
  • Analytical, planning and management skills that can be applied to maintain/enhance a high level of services. • Valid Illinois driver’s license and safe driving skills.
  The weekly work schedule is normally 37.5 hours in duration, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., but may be extended in the event of emergency, disaster, workload, administrative obligations, or work in progress. The position requires occasional work on some Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays and attendance at evening meetings. Work activities are typically conducted in a climate-controlled open office environment and noise levels are usually quiet.
  This is an exempt position. Salary range: $57,301 to $77,006 (DOQ) plus excellent benefits.
  The Village of Winnetka is an established North Shore suburban community, located approximately 20 miles north of Chicago. The Public Works Department has 31.5 FTEs and a fiscal year 2015 departmental budget of $17.9 million; it is also largely responsible for implementation of the Capital Improvements Program. In all, the Public Works Department manages and maintains over 58 miles of roadway, 109 miles of sewer lines, provides refuse collection to approximately 4,000 households, reviews over 200 development plans annually, and cares for thousands of parkway trees.
  Candidates should apply with application, resume, and cover letter. Position open until filled. Applications may be obtained in person or downloaded from the Job Opportunities page at www.villageofwinnetka.org. Submit materials and direct inquiries to:
  Megan Fulara, Human Resources Village of Winnetka
  510 Green Bay Road Winnetka, IL 60093
  Email: mfulara@winnetka.org Phone: 847-716-3545
  

Equal Opportunity Employer

Assistant Director of Purchasing, University of Illinois - Chicago, IL

University of Illinois

Assistant Director of Purchasing

Chicago Campus

 

The University of Illinois seeks a(n) Assistant Director of Purchasing - Contracts and Systems. The Assistant Director of Purchasing – Contracts and Systems (AD of C&S) assists with directing/managing the contracts and procurement systems activities within the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) purchasing unit to ensure operational needs are met and conducted 1) in compliance with University guidelines/regulations and established departmental policies/procedures and 2) in support of customer service goals. The AD of C&S provides leadership, training, and supervision for UIC Purchasing staff in the areas of 1) contract negotiation and coordination and 2) procurement systems management.   Additional responsibilities include:

 

1. Manages campus-wide Purchasing operations focusing on contracts negotiation and execution, including coordination of highly specialized and complex contracts for goods and services, ensuring that contractual terms and conditions are in the best interests of the University, and that legal and statutory requirements, rules and regulations are followed throughout the procurement contract process. Supervises Purchasing contracts team in support of such operations.

 

2. Acts as primary liaison with University Counsel and Risk Management to resolve complex issues necessary to secure University-preferred terms and provisions in procurement-related contracts. 

 

3. Develops, implements, and maintains contract templates to improve efficiencies in the contract process.

 

4. Develops and implements contract negotiation strategies that effectively yield cost savings and promote fiscal practices that align with University and departmental budget goals. 

 

5. Develops and implements training programs/sessions on procurement and contracting topics for purchasing staff and staff in campus colleges and departments to ensure compliance with established University and departmental guidelines and regulations, and to promote consistency in applying procurement and contract law and acceptable procurement/contract practices with daily operations .

 

6. Manages and oversees development and implementation of new and/or revised procedures related to procurement and contracting processes to improve overall proficiency, identify issues that require immediate addressing to avert potential problematic situations, and to administer related activities in compliance with State laws, administrative rules, and University policies and guidelines. 

 

7. Consults with departmental officials/staff to: identify procurement contracting needs; prioritize activities of current projects to ensure that departmental needs are met; address/resolve related procurement contracting issues in a timely manner; and develop working relationships that promote enhancement of Purchasing Division contract operations.

 

8.  Manages deployment and support activities for procurement systems, with such activities including but not limited to: 1) deployment plan development and management; 2) internal and external communications; 3) project team representation; 4) systems testing; 5) user support; and 6) issue identification and resolution. May supervise one or more procurement systems trainers. 

 

9. Develops and implements training programs/sessions on procurement systems topics for purchasing staff and staff in campus colleges and departments.

 

10. Acts as primary liaison with BIS, AITS, UPAY, and Strategic Procurement to resolve issues with procurement systems. 

 

11. Serves on University, campus, and departmental committees/teams as assigned.

 

12. Coordinates hiring activities with the office of University Administration Employee Relations and Human Resources (ER/HR) including conducting interviews and making hiring decisions. Responsible for administering other human resource activities related to job performance including: conducting performance appraisals; addressing work-performance issues; and participating in salary decisions that recognize staff contributions to the overall success of operations and services. 

 

13. Participates in developing and implementing effective strategies related to section activities that successfully integrate departmental and section short- and long-term objectives and goals and ensure that available resources are being effectively maximized.

 

14. Develops and prepare productivity reports for administrative review that include analysis of decision-making activities that redefine established goals, and provides recommendations to improve overall operations and services.

 

15.  Performs other duties and responsibilities appropriate for an Assistant Director of Purchasing Contracts and Systems.

 

Required:

 

Incumbent must be a current University of Illinois employee that possesses a Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, marketing, public administration, or related field with at least four years of procurement and/or contracts experience.  Other requirements include: three years of experience in public procurement; considerable knowledge of procurement and contract development, negotiation principles and practices, legal aspects of contracts, and State laws including the Illinois Procurement Code, Administrative Rules, and University procedures related to procurement and contracts, or similar complex rules and regulations; knowledge and proficiency with Banner, SciQuest, and Prodagio/Imagitek systems; supervisory experience in the areas of Purchasing and related systems; direct experience managing deployment and support activities for procurement systems; ability to prioritize and work on multiple comprehensive projects concurrently; ability to communicate effectively with a broad group of constituents to effectively resolve issues, analyze situations, exercise independent judgment and recommend solutions to problems; strong oral and written communication skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; solid organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail; excellent verbal and written communications skills to effectively interact with University and departmental officials/staff; strong interpersonal skills that reflect courtesy, diplomacy, and a collaborative approach to develop and maintain effective work relationships; knowledge and respect of policies and procedures outlined for the University of Illinois, OBFS, and department.

 

Preferred Qualifications: Juris Doctor (J.D.)

 

This is a full-time, 12-month Academic Professional position. For full consideration, candidates must apply and submit a letter of application, resume, and names/addresses/phone numbers of three professional references by March 6, 2015at https://uajobs.hr.uillinois.edu/.

 

Employee Relations and Human Resources

809 S. Marshfield Ave

MC 078

Chicago, IL 60612

(312) 996-5130

 

The University of Illinois is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity and diversity. University Administration welcomes applications from women, underrepresented minorities, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, sexual minority groups and other candidates who will lead and contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives.

 

Business Administrative Associate (Purchasing Senior Contract Coordinator), UIC - Chicago

Business Administrative Associate (Purchasing Senior Contract Coordinator) -  Chicago


The University of Illinois' Office of Business and Financial Services seeks a Business Administrative Associate - Purchasing Senior Contract Coordinator. The Senior Contracts Coordinator leads and participates in special projects/initiatives representing a University of Illinois central purchasing unit and serves as a subject matter expert and mentor for other procurement professionals.  This individual will also oversee complex contract negotiations, prepare complex RFPs and contracts, and develop and deliver training or presentations regarding procurement and contracting topics.

This person may also supervise staff in a specific functional area. The deadline to apply for this position is September 3, 2014.

Visit (http://apps.obfs.uillinois.edu/news/dsp_news.cfm?TS=20140825153406630) for complete information.