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Working Title: Shoreland and Floodplain PlannerJob Class: Planner Principal StateAgency: MN Department of Natural Resources
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 2/8/2024
Closing Date : 2/28/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources
Division/Unit : Ecological & Water Resources
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $30.55 - $45.02 / hourly; $63,788 - $94,001 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Association of Professional Employees / MAPE
FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative
Telework Eligible : Yes
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.This position exists to administer and support the statewide floodplain, shoreland, and river-related programs including education and outreach efforts to build capacity within the local governments that administer the shoreland and floodplain programs. Position places emphasis on:
Administering the Lower St. Croix Riverway (LSCR) program including leading education and outreach efforts to build capacity within local governments that administer the LSCR program;
supporting DNR area staff in reviewing and approving local shoreland, and river-related ordinances and leading updates and review of floodplain ordinances within FEMA timelines for compliance with applicable state and federal program requirements;
supporting DNR area staff in reviewing development proposals and addressing issues under these programs;
developing rules and model ordinances for these programs;
developing and delivering training, tools, and other resources to build capacity of local governments and DNR area staff to administer these programs;
conducting research and analysis to understand and address policy issues that arise with these programs; and
identifying and promoting areas for improved coordination and consistency among these programs.
This position may be eligible to telework on a full or part-time basis which is subject to change. If approved, the employee would be required to complete a telework agreement.Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor‘s degree in public policy, administration, natural resource management, urban planning, environmental science, geography, political science, or related degree.
Three years of professional experience in local or regional land use planning and zoning, or three years administering programs impacting floodplain and/or shoreland areas.
Knowledge of planning and zoning principles, permitting, and local government administrative procedures sufficient to review, evaluate and make reccomendations on development proposals.
Project management skills sufficient to prioritize multiple assignments, manage complex efforts simultaneously, and ensure timely completion of projects.
Excellent writing, presentation, and communication skills sufficient to translate highly technical information for a variety of audiences and stakeholder groups.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills to cultivate and maintain professional networks, build consensus, resolve conflicts, and effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders to accomplish common objectives.
Software proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and online mapping applications sufficient to read and interpret map files, create and edit spreadsheets, and asemble presentations and digital communications.
Ability to Identify and evaluate information/data and develop policy and program management recommendations and to conceptualize alternative solutions to complex issues and convey them to diverse audiences.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in public policy, administration, natural resource management, urban planning, environmental science, geography, political science, or related degree.
Experience administering state floodplain, shoreland and river-related laws and regulations.
Knowledge of and experience with federal and state legislative and rulemaking processes.
Education or experience in hydrology, shoreland conservation practices, and related construction methods.
Education or experience developing and delivering curriculum to technical professionals.
Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP) certification or technical certification from Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI).
Certification from the Association of State Floodplain Program Managers (ASFPM - CFM) and/or American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP).
Additional RequirementsApplicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:
Conflict of Interest Review
Criminal History Check
Education Verification
Employment Reference / Records Check
License / Certification Verification
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
Vacancy caducado!