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Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:05/10/26 Division:Planning & Zoning Division Management Level:Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours:40 Benefit Eligibility:This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays,…

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Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting.

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05/10/26

Planning & Zoning Division

Individual Contributor

Benefit Eligibility:

This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Jefferson County Planning and Zoning Division is seeking a Planner I to join the team!

The Jefferson County Planning and Zoning Division provides land use and development services, including interpreting zoning and land use regulations and issuing permits for fences, signs, driveways, buildings, and other projects in unincorporated areas.

The Planner reviews development and zoning applications, manages projects, and analyzes demographic and statistical data to support planning initiatives. This role presents proposals at public hearings, represents the county at external meetings, develops and updates community plans and regulations, and provides accurate planning information and responsive customer service to the public, applicants, consultants, and county partners.

This position operates on our four-day work week (Monday-Thursday). This position is hybrid, with remote work and in-office work as needed.

What We Offer

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Hiring Range: $65,000 - $72,000 USD Annual

Compensation will be determined based on education, experience and skills.

What We Offer

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Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays, including a starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires; retirement matching; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement; flexible schedules; remote work options; and more. For more information, click here for our Total Rewards summary. 

Requirements

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Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Land Use, Planning, Urban & Regional Planning, Geography or similar work and education experience

Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities:

One or more years of experience in planning, zoning, or a similar field
Membership in the American Planning Association (APA) or progress toward professional involvement in planning organizations
Experience with permitting and development review processes (permitting software experience preferred but trainable)
Working knowledge of GIS and other geospatial applications
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to interpret and analyze technical planning, zoning, and land use documents
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex planning issues
Experience providing direct customer service, including managing challenging public interactions
Effective verbal and written communication skills, with comfort in in-person collaboration
Demonstrated reliability and strong professional work ethic