Planner III

Planner III (Hybrid)

Pay Range: $33.43 - $42.40 per hour (CTP Pay Plan, C43 Step 1-13) Hiring Range: $33.43 - $ 35.48 per hour (CTP Pay Plan, C43 Step 1-4 DOQ)

There is one Planner III opening with the Yakima County Public Services Planning Division. This position provides experienced professional planning expertise and recommendations on routine to complex projects and other assignments; performs a broader range of skilled and professional duties under supervision of a Section Manager; acts as a resource for Section or Division within area(s) of expertise; participates in plan and regulatory updates; special studies, public outreach and education efforts related to land development and long range growth management planning; instructs others in methods or procedures needed to carry out their work on assigned projects or area of specialization. The Planner III is capable of working independently with minimal supervision or direction.

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Planning, Environmental Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Geography, Geology or a field directly related to the area(s) of assignment AND three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional experience (including related internships), demonstrating knowledge and experience in one or more areas within the Planning field related to the area of assignment, including: Environmental Planning (SEPA, Critical Areas/Shorelines and Natural Resources) Transportation Planning, Current Planning (Subdivision and Zoning), and Comprehensive Long Range Planning; OR any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

*A Masters' Degree may substitute for one year of experience.*

Benefits included in position:

Health Care Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life and Basic LTD), Retirement Benefits, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Leave

Apply here: https://yakimacounty.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/YakimaCountyWA/details/Planner-III--Hybrid-_R1897. The position is open until November 30, 2023, with weekly reviews. Apply immediately! For information, contact Yakima County Human Resources Department (509) 574-2210 EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability.