Planner / Planner Senior

Job Description

Would you be interested in assisting with the development and administration of short- and long-term communication initiatives focused on building and maintaining community and governmental support for our Public Works projects?  If so, consider applying for the Planner / Planner Senior position to support the County through :

• Providing technical assistance and data points to the public and other governmental agencies on grant applications and other related project documents.
• Assisting in coordinating departmental cooperative efforts with federal, state, and local agencies. This includes setting up and conducting public information meetings and listening sessions regarding Public Works projects.
• Conducting independent research and analysis of a wide range of communication modes and making recommendations to leadership on the most effective means to convey plans and programs to internal and external audiences.
• Preparing and distributing materials and information using various electronic formats and software for proposals such as project impact statements, project design and construction plans.
• Performing field work as needed by compiling data and information for project studies and community outreach.

This is a permanent, full-time position located at the Richard H. Hansen Public Works and Transportation Complex in Pike Lake, MN at 4787 Midway Rd, Pike Lake, MN 55811.

The salary range reflected above is the normal hiring range.

The full salary range for a Planner, including longevity pay, is $29.02 - $41.01 per hour.

The full salary range for a Senior Planner, including longevity pay, is $32.25 - $45.88 per hour.

This position is part of the Civil Service Basic Unit Employees Collective Bargaining Agreement represented by Council 5 of AFSCME.

St. Louis County does not participate in E-Verify. All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States , for St. Louis County,  on a full-time basis. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas.

Planner :

An employee in this class is responsible for assisting in the development and administration of short- and long-range planning programs. Duties include assisting in recommendations regarding policies, procedures, regulatory documents, services and other improvement projects or programs in a specialized area of assignment. The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff.

Planner Senior :

An employee in this class is responsible for planning, designing, developing, coordinating, implementing, monitoring and administration and evaluation of assigned functional area.  Duties include project management; developing plans and specifications, initiating requests for bids, and contracts; site design, survey and preparation; inspection of construction / installation projects; assisting in the administration of assigned programs; reviewing and evaluating services and programs; developing recommendations for program, policy, service, or budget changes; communicating with and educating the public on related state and department policy and programs; and working independently with local units of government on project / program implementation. Work direction may be exercised over staff in lower classifications. The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff.

Planner :

These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled. CONSTANT : Near, midrange, and far vision; depth perception; field of vision; color vision; hear within 5 feet and up to 20 feet; balance; bend neck; climb stairs; talk / speak; walk; and customer / public contact. FREQUENT : Feel; grasp; handle; maintain posture; move about; reach; sit; stand; exposure to weather; work alone, with others and around others; work inside; work outside; and drive. OCCASIONAL : Lift and carry up to 20 pounds; crouch; use fingers; rotate neck; and squat.

Planner Senior :

These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled. FREQUENT : Near and midrange vision; visual accommodation; hearing up to 5 feet; talk / speak; works alone, with and around others; public contact. OCCASIONAL :   Lift and carry / push / pull up to 10 pounds; far vision; depth perception; field of vision; hear up to 20 feet and drive.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Planner (Pass / Fail) :

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Planner Senior (Pass / Fail) :

Note : If the successful candidate possesses the above qualifications, they may be considered, at the discretion of the hiring authority, for appointment at the Planner Senior level. This would be determined at the time a job offer is extended.

RATING SYSTEM :

Supplemental Questionnaire will be 100% of the scoring process :

Points will be awarded based on the applicants answers to supplemental questions 9-15.

Experience beyond ten years may be included on the application for purposes of meeting minimum qualifications or informing the hiring authority of your complete employment history.

Please Note : When answering the supplemental questions on the website, the webpage may time out after 30 minutes. It's recommended you draft your answers in a separate document and copy / paste the answers into the application when you're finished writing. Failure to answer and save all of the questions on the "Supplemental Questions" page within 30 minutes may result in the deletion of your answers by the application system.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT & SCREENING PROCESS SCHEDULE :

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

The essential functions for this position are listed under the "ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK" on the specification, available in the Human Resources Department or online at  www.stlouiscountymn.gov / jobdescriptions.

VETERANS PREFERENCE :

If you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference, please attach to your application a copy of document(s) listed for the option that applies to you :

Please refer to Minnesota Statute 197.455 for additional requirements. Click Here.

PHYSICAL - MEDICAL STANDARDS :

Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.

DRUG TESTING :

Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test.

BACKGROUND CHECK :

Applicants selected for appointment to a position with St. Louis County are subject to a background investigation.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION :

All new employees must submit documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility within three days of their first day of employment.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD :

Appointees to the position must successfully complete at least a six-month probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.

NON-DISCRIMINATION :

St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer.

Compensation details : 29.02-39.43 Hourly Wage

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