Upper Explorerland Regional Planning Commission (UERPC) is hiring a Regional Planner. This position will work under the direction of the Economic Development Department Head to provide planning, economic development, community development, administrative, and technical assistance to UERPC and its individual member cities and counties.
This candidate should have knowledge of planning principles, practices, and techniques, including pertinent laws, regulations, and legislation; basic statistical knowledge (for data analysis); knowledge of geographic information systems (GIS) and mapping; and knowledge of other computer operations and software. Upper Explorerland offers a full benefit package including health, dental, and vision insurance, IPERS public employee retirement plan, and short and long-term disability. This position has flexible hours within a 32-to-40-hour work week. Hiring pay range: $21.63 – $24.00 an hour. For more information on responsibilities, view the full job description.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Public Administration, Economic Development or related field preferred. Prefer one year of experience in municipal or regional planning or closely related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
To apply, complete and attach the application, resume, and three references via email to djohnson@uerpc.org.
Accepting applications until position filled.