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Notice of Job Opportunity
Date Opened:
November 7, 2012
Date Closed:
Position:
Planner I - Environmental
Agency:
Licking County Planning Commission
November 16, 2012
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university and one (1) to two (2) years’ related experience and / or
training; or equivalent combination of education and expertise.
Additional Qualifications (Agency/Dept. Qualifications):
Valid State of Ohio drivers license, Association of State Floodplain Managers (ASFPM) Certified Floodplain
Manager (CFM) Certification*
*Shall be obtained within one year of the employee’s start date and maintained as required by the Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to maintain Community Ratings System (CRS) standing.
Certified Professional in Erosion Sediment Control (CPESC) and Certified Professional in Stormwater Quality
(CPSWQ) are preferred.
Hours:
Monday – Friday (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)
Salary:
$36,000 - $44,000
Duties:
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Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
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Promotes and maintains positive and effective working relationships and promotes good public relationships as a
representative of Licking County Government.
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The Planning Department operates as a team and as such may require a team effort to complete tasks in a timely
manner.
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Administers, enforces and provides guidance and education for the Flood Damage Prevention Regulations for
Licking County, Ohio, and various municipal and village entities within Licking County including the Licking
County Soil and Water Conservation Department in regard to stream bank erosion issues.
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Provides technical assistance to elected officials, developers, property owners, Planning Commission members and
general public (e.g., explains procedures for obtaining a floodplain permit, dividing land, rezoning, etc.); assists
officials with planning problems; acts as a liaison between other departments and agencies (e.g., County Engineer,
Health Department, Soil & Water Conservation Districts, Ohio Department of Natural Resources, etc.).
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Assists in development of comprehensive plans and zoning resolutions for the County and political subdivisions;
assists in the administration of the Subdivision, Land Division, Development and Congestion Prevention Regulations
for Licking County, Ohio; and the Flood Damage Prevention Regulations for Licking County, Ohio; preparation and
administration and coordination of grant applications, including the Energy Conservation Grant, FEMA Hazard
Mitigation, Flood Mitigation Assistance, Pre-Disaster; and related special planning projects.
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Reviews soil, erosion control and storm water management plans for compliance with the Subdivision, Land
Division, Development and Congestion Prevention Regulations for Licking County, Ohio.
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May serve as a representative for Licking County on various boards and committees as determined necessary and
appropriate to the position of Environmental Planner and be required to attend meetings, seminars and trainings after
regular business hours, including weekends. Some of which may be out-of-town and require travel and overnight
stays.
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Will manage and complete tasks, assignments, and/or projects on time and provide complete, accurate, wellorganized products and records at all times.
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Coordinates and performs various tasks related to operation of planning department, including implementation of
standardized review procedures for subdivisions and developments. Assists in policy development to improve
methods of providing planning services, record keeping, etc.
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Assists in research and preparation of analysis on issues and problem requests, recommends approval/disapproval
based on analysis, and prepares reports on matters to be considered by the Licking County Board of Commissioners
and the Licking County Planning Commission.
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Provides information regarding functions of and services provided by the department, including development of
informative materials.
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Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to the essential functions of
the position, and all agency safety procedures.
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Remains informed of current developments and procedures pertinent to duties; may be required to attend
seminars/training.
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Complies with and promotes the Licking County Board of County Commissioners, Licking County Planning
Commission, and the Licking County Planning Department policies and procedures at all times.
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Other duties may be assigned.
Application Procedures: Submit completed application to the Licking County Human Resources
Department, 20 South Second Street, 3rd Floor, Newark, Ohio 43055. Applications can be obtained in person in
the Human Resources Department between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. daily or printed from the web site at
www.lcounty.com.
Successful candidates will be subject to Licking County’s pre-employment drug screen
Licking County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.