COUNTY DEPARTMENT:          Stark County Regional Planning Commission
LOCATION:                                201 3rd St. NE, Suite 201, Canton, OH  44702
JOB CLASSIFICATION:              Senior Regional Planner
HOURS OF WORK:                    8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.
SALARY:                                      $50,000 - $60,000

DEFINITION:  This is a professional position responsible for preparing planning studies and technical reports in major work elements of comprehensive planning and planning administration programs, including the following:  zoning and land use planning and analysis, environmental planning, housing and economic data analysis, preparation of long-range plans. This is an exempt professional position under the provision of the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act.

CHARACTERISTIC WORK:  Complete planning research, analysis and composition of various comprehensive planning projects.  Review and prepare recommendations regarding proposed zoning amendments and compliance of new subdivisions and developments with applicable subdivision regulations and state law. Ability to interpret, apply, and explain regulations, policies, and procedures. Must have strong communication, public presentation, and problem-solving skills for informed decision making in complex situations. Attend and participate in various public meetings. Basic understanding of ESRI and Adobe software products is preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Bachelor’s degree in urban/regional planning, public administration or related field is required with master’s degree preferred.  A minimum of five (5) years planning experience with a government agency or equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.

 PERSONS INTERESTED IN POSITION SHOULD APPLY BY: November 15, 2024

 SUBMIT RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO:
Stark County Regional Planning Commission
ATTN:  Robert A. Nau, Executive Director
201 3rd Street NE, SUITE 201
Canton, OH  44702
 Or Email to JLBayer@starkcountyohio.gov

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