Job Summary
This is a senior-level professional position that is responsible for leading transportation projects and programs of the county’s planning work program, Planner III’s are assigned to the most challenging projects and assignments, measured by a combination of the project’s complexity, scope, impact on the community or other relevant considerations. The position exercises the highest levels of independent judgment, communication, project management and inter-agency relationship skills. The incumbent operates flawlessly in a team-based work environment and employs exemplary interpersonal communication skills. These work methods are necessary to oversee transportation programs and projects given a wide variety of technical, financial, partner relationships with the Regional Transportation Commission, Washington State Department of Transportation, local jurisdictions and other internal and external agencies. The position makes and implements work assignments with limited direction and guidance.
This position does have the option of working a remote hybrid schedule, however, the candidate selected MUST reside within Washington or Oregon. No exceptions.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Graduation from a four-year college or university with major course work in planning, architecture or a related field; AND two (2) years experience in a planning position comparable to a Planner II; or a Master’s Degree in urban planning (or other discipline appropriate to the assignment) AND one (1) year experience in planning in a position comparable to a Planner II; or substituting, on a month-for-month basis, experience related to the duties of the position for the required education.
Desired skills/ training:
This is a technical position performed in an office environment with some field work. To perform the essential tasks, incumbents must be able to: see, read, communicate in person and over the phone, in writing and perform basic keyboard functions; and driving for field work requirements.
For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line, please visit our website at:
https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
With its great natural beauty, Clark County, Washington, always has attracted people and businesses. We welcome those who visit and settle here, providing fresh perspectives, growing diversity and vibrant energy.
Our forward-looking community is framed by the scenic Cascade Range to the east and the majestic Columbia River to the south and west. The area is a picturesque place to work, play, and live.
Named for Captain William Clark of Lewis and Clark Expedition fame, our county is one of the fastest growing regions in Washington state and the Portland, Oregon, metropolitan area. Today, more than 467,000 people call Clark County home.
Clark County government works to enhance the quality of life for all of our diverse community by providing services with integrity, openness and accountability. We are one of the county's largest employers, providing a wide range of rewarding careers for about 1,570 people.