TITLE:                                  PLANNING DIRECTOR

REPORTS TO:                                     The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC)

DEPARTMENT:                                  OFFICE OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT

JOB SUMMARY:                                The Office of Planning and Community Development is primarily responsible for land use planning and code enforcement. The Director provides day to day leadership, management and development of staff in a complex regulatory work environment. Work involves the exercise of considerable judgment resolving sensitive land use and development issues within County, State, Federal and Tribal guidelines, policies and codes. The Director is expected to work closely with the Board of County Commissioners, Planning Commission and the community to develop goals, objectives, rules, regulations and policies that achieve quality, sustainable regional development. Unique to Okanogan County is that we do not plan fully under GMA, and respect a long-standing land use agreement with the Colville Confederated Tribes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Planning, Geography, Construction Administration, Business Management or closely related field, or a demonstrated, practical equivalent in formal education and experience.
• At least three (3) years of executive level management experience in a project-driven environment.
• Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in a multi-function atmosphere of critical decision-making, precise communications and interpersonal skills.
• Have knowledge of and/or experience working with the Growth Management Act of Washington State and other laws governing planning, development and environmental regulation. This knowledge can come from experience in either the private or public sector. Knowledge of similar planning regulations from outside WA may be considered; however, must have the ability to progress toward proficiency in WA State GMA knowledge and other state-specific regulations within the first 6-12 months.

• A valid Washington State Driver’s License.
• A criminal history and background check will be performed. Candidates may not qualify if they have misdemeanor or felony charges or convictions. Convictions will not necessarily disqualify you from employment. Factors such as age and time of the offense, seriousness and nature of the violation, and rehabilitation will be taken into account.

. A full job description and application instructions may be found at www.okanogancounty.org/HR  for more details contact Shelley Keitzman 509-422-7169.  Applications will be accepted until February 23, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.  Position will remain open until filled.  EOE