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LAKE COUNTY Planner - Lake County in POLSON, Montana
The Lake Planning Department is accepting applications for a Planner. The Lake County Planning Department is seeking qualified applicants to fill a Planner position. The position involves administering a wide variety of land-use planning regulations. Successful applicants must have graduated with a degree in Planning, Environmental Studies, Geography or a related field, or have a minimum of two years of professional experience in a similar position, or have an equivalent combination of education and experience. QUALIFICATIONS: Preferred qualifications: -Enjoy a team-oriented work environment -Be detail oriented and quality driven -Be able to manage multiple priorities on a daily basis -Be willing to learn, take direction, be ready to adjust, and be able to think on their feet -Have previous experience with customer service, report writing, public speaking, ability to exercise independent judgment, experience with construction, and knowledge of environmental studies -Be able and willing to effectively and professionally communicate with members of the public under potentially stressful conditions -Be able to attend public meetings, including regular monthly evening meetings -Have and maintain a valid drivers license and be able to conduct site visits to properties within the county DUTIES: Duties associated with a Planner position would include: -Conducting themselves in a professional manner -Assisting the public with research and answering property related questions -Preparing and presenting reports and other written documents to the public and county boards -Reviewing permit applications and plans to ensure compliance with governmental regulations -Subdivision review and assisting with regulation amendments -Conducting site visits to properties within the county to evaluate for compliance -Taking direction from and reporting to the Planning Director (specific duties assigned to each Planner are determined by the Planning Director) Hours/Days: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m./M-F; may work some non-office hours. Wage: $20.00-22.00/hourly or D.O.E Benefits: Lake County offers excellent benefits! This position will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis. Visit our website to apply: https://lakemt.applicantpro.com/jobs/ Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.