ABOUT THE POSITIONThe Clark County Comprehensive Planning Department is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Senior Planner position. This position performs professional current and/or advanced planning work, including conducting planning studies; collecting data, preparing reports, presenting data; and providing information and advice to the public in person, electronically, and over the telephone.
Current Planning DivisionThe Senior Planner in the Current Planning Division primarily reviews proposed projects for conformance with Clark County’s Master Plan and Unified Development Code (Title 30). Proposed projects require decision by the Planning Commission or the Board of County Commissioners and generally includes zone changes, special use permits, waivers of development standards, major subdivisions, and design reviews as well as administrative applications. This position is also responsible for providing information on zoning matters to the public.
Advanced Planning DivisionThe Senior Planner in the Advanced Planning Division is primarily responsible for long range planning projects. Assignments within this Division include Master Plan updates and amendments, parks planning, trails planning, demographic information, and special projects. These projects require close coordination with a variety of departments; local, state, and federal agencies; and may include public outreach with town advisory boards and citizen advisory councils and are part of a public hearing process that involves the Planning Commission and the Board of County Commissioners. In addition, this division is responsible for maintaining Title 30 with regular updates of revised regulations to promote public health, safety, and general welfare.
Parks Planning Parks Planning is primarily responsible for the coordination of park planning projects. In coordination with other departments and agencies, this position develops and maintains the park capital project ranking criteria, park district assessment, level of service, gap analysis, park funding options, inventory of vacant park lands and provides input on the design and construction of SNPLMA funded park projects. In addition, this position is responsible for processing Master Plan Amendments and Zone Changes related to parks and working with other staff to update the Recreation and Open Space sections of the Master Plan.
Trails Planning Trails Planning is primarily responsible for the coordination of trails planning projects. In coordination with other departments and outside agencies, this position assists in the planning and siting of new trails and reviews land use applications for conformity with existing or planned trails. The position also coordinates new trail funding, design, and construction. In addition, this position is responsible for processing Master Plan amendments and zone changes related to trails and working with other staff to update the Recreation and Open Space sections of the Master Plan.
This is an open and continuous recruitment, scheduling dates will vary depending on when the application was received and reviewed by Human Resources.
This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources.
Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.
NOTE: A resume is required in addition to the completed employment application. Applications submitted without a copy of the candidate’s resume are incomplete and will not be considered.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEducation and Experience: Bachelor's Degree with major course-work in city, regional, environmental, transportation or urban planning or related field AND two (2) years of full-time professional planning experience. An advanced degree in city, regional, or urban planning or other appropriate area is highly desirable. Professional level experience and/or education that has provided the skills and knowledge necessary to perform all job functions at this level may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to two (2) years.Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application.
Working Conditions: Attend meetings outside of normal working hours.
Licensing and Certification: Specified positions must possess a valid Nevada Class C Driver's License at time of appointment.
Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.
Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIESReceives and processes applications for variances, rezoning, specific plan amendments, subdivision maps, annexations, use permits, and related zoning/planning and regulation items. Interprets, explains and enforces provisions of County codes, applicable laws and regulations, and other policies and standards to potential applicants and the public; answers telephone and counter inquiries regarding County and local governmental ordinances and requirements. Reviews construction plans and business license applications for conformity to codes and regulations; processes routine plans and applications, variances, use permits, and business licenses. Monitors status of development applications from acceptance to issuance of final permit. Conducts research studies and prepares reports and recommendations regarding land use, zoning, urban design, population trends, transportation, housing, air quality, redevelopment, emergency response, and other community service needs. Researches and reviews plans for ordinance regulations; provides specific information to engineers, architects, contractors, developers, property owners, etc. regarding codes, regulations and procedures in area of expertise. May be assigned to coordinate the planning activities for specific program(s). Uses computers and software programs for various technical planning projects and studies. Prepares a variety of written communications, including analytical reports, correspondence; directs the preparation of graphic materials. Makes field surveys and investigations related to planning and zoning projects or requests. Makes oral and graphic presentations or prepares materials for presentation to Boards and commissions and community groups; answers questions and provides information and assistance to the public in person, on the telephone and in writing. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. May provide work direction and instruction to technical or office support staff; may assist in instructing less experienced professional staff. Assists with the review and modification of the General Plan and site specific plans; assists with various grant-funded, redevelopment and other projects. Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work; specified positions may drive a motor vehicle to attend meetings and inspect property sites.
PHYSICAL DEMANDSMobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment, and to drive a motor vehicle in order to attend meetings and inspect development sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Flexible Schedules including 4/10 options
- More Money in Your Pocket
- 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement
- No Social Security Deduction
- No State Income Taxes
Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO)
- Medical - Employer pays 90% of premium
- Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills)
- 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost
- Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health
Retiree insurance - eligible after 5 years of service Dental Vision Life Insurance - Employer Paid AD&D - Employer Paid Long Term Disability - Employer Paid Generous Leave Accruals that include:
- 13Paid Holidays includinga Floating Birthday Holiday
- Paid Vacation Leave
- Paid Sick Leave
- Holiday Leave
Other leave options
- Catastrophic Leave
- Parental Leave - Up to 90 days
Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include
- Guardian - Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
- Trustmark - Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care.
- Sunlife Financial - Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
- TASC - Flexible Spending Account - FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available
- Morgan Stanley - Deferred Compensation Plan
Employee Assistance Program Onsite Fitness Center - $12/month*Benefits vary and are subject to change depending on assignment, hiring organization and bargaining unit.
Closing Date/Time: Continuous
