Assistant Planner/Highway GIS Specialist

Assistant County Planner assists the County Planner in the implementation and administration of the review and enforcement of all current subdivision and flood plain ordinances as adopted by the Cass County Board of Commissioners. Responsible for assisting in inspecting and enforcing residential, commercial, industrial, and other properties before, during and after plat approval to ensure they meet the requirements of Cass County Subdivision Ordinance, Cass County Floodplain Ordinance, Township Zoning, and Fargo Cass Public Health regulations.

Additionally, this position will assist the Highway Department with GIS map design and creation for the 5-Year Highway Plan, budget presentation, and other meetings/presentations throughout the year; as well as aiding the Highway Department in yearly updates to our internal LINK web application.

This position is scheduled Monday through Friday.

Two (2) years’ experience in planning and zoning, geography, GIS, grant writing or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge of skills and abilities for this position.

Knowledge of operations, services, and functions of a planning, zoning, and floodplain program, understanding of pertinent Federal, State, and local codes and ordinances governing building construction, subdivision, and zoning.

Must have a valid driver’s license and a High School Diploma or GED.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Geography, GIS or a closely related field

• American Institute of Certified Planners

• Local Government operations, policies, and procedures

• Local Government planning practices include land use and zoning regulation

• County 911 requirements, policies, and procedures

• Principles and practices of project management and strategic planning

• Technical drawings, schematics, and plans

• Use of geographic information systems in planning activities and data presentation

• High-level proficiency in ESRI ArcGIS products, Microsoft Office, eRecording software, Required
• 2 year(s): Two (2) years’ experience in planning and zoning, geography, GIS, grant writing or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, Required
• High School or better

Preferred

• Bachelors or better in Planning or related field

ANNUAL SALARY: $64,112 - $69,745 *Additional salary growth available through regular increases within the classification up to $92,262 and COLA adjustments.