Planner - Land Management
Apply NowCompany: Carver County, MN
Location: Chaska, MN 55318
Description:
Salary: $79,372.80 - $119,059.20 Annually
Location : Chaska Government Center, MN
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 02951
Division: Public Services
Department: Land Management
Opening Date: 04/22/2025
Closing Date: 5/13/2025 4:30 PM Central
JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Land Use Manager, the Land Management Planner develops, plans, educates and implements provisions of the County's land use and subdivision programs; and performs analysis, recommendations for and implementation of inspections, monitoring and enforcement of various ordinances relevant to the department in the areas of land use and water management controls including applicable areas of the subdivision, flood plain, shoreland, wetland, conditional use, interim use, variance, building permit, on-site sewer, agricultural preserve, feedlot, storm water and erosion/sediment control and watershed regulations. The Land Management Planner researches, prepares and presents written and oral reports, recommendations, resolutions and orders to the Planning Commission, Board of Adjustment and the County Board of Commissioners.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Presents recommendations and report findings at the monthly Planning Commission, Board of Adjustment and County Board on the issues of conditional use, interim use, variance & appeal, preliminary/final plat, and ordinance amendment.
Facilitates a minimum of two (2) official public hearings per year, which may involve government officials, special interest groups, lawyers and members of the public to address issues regarding land use.
Represents the Department on issues of planning and policy development within the Division and the County.
Completes the annual review of conditional and interim use permits to ensure compliance with county ordinances.
Implements the Zoning Ordinance pursuant to Chapter 152 of the County Code and M.S. 394.
Coordinates the public hearing notification process in accordance with state statute.
Implements Floodplain and Shoreland Regulations according to law.
Collaborates with townships in the County and state agencies, including the DNR, Mn/DOT and BWSR to assure compliance with state and local regulations.
Reviews and analyzes applications, plans, surveys, and reports within the Department and/or Division; and provides information and recommendations to landowners, developers, contractors, realtors, and attorneys, concerning building potential, restrictions, process and design parameters.
Initiates, investigates, and pursues enforcement and corrective action or litigation when appropriate for violations of County Code regulations by working with the County Attorney's Office, provides affidavits, and testifies in District Court as needed.
Administers the Minor Subdivision and Platting processes, pursuant to Chapter 151 of the County Code and departmental procedures and assures quality control for approximately 30 subdivisions per year.
Provides professional assistance to Environmental Services, Planning/Water Management and other County staff in enforcement, development reviews, Water Management and technical support related to feedlots, SSTS, and other programs.
Performs other comparable duties of a like or similar nature as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree with emphasis Planning, Urban Studies, Geography, Community Development, Public Administration, or a related field and two (2) years of experience in Planning & Zoning Administration or related field.
or
Master's Degree in Planning, Urban Studies, Geography, Community Development, Public Administration, or a related field and one (1) year of experience in Planning & Zoning Administration or related field.
and
A Valid Minnesota Driver's License or evidence of mobility.
SCORED EXAMINATION PROCESS
All applications will be screened for minimum qualifications, scored and ranked. The highest ranked candidates meeting minimum qualifications will be recommended for the scored oral examinations (interviews). Final selection for the position will include successful completion of oral interview(s), reference checks, and background investigation.
01
Do you have a bachelor's degree or higher in Planning, Urban Studies, Geography, Community Development, Public Administration or related field?
02
How many years of experience do you have in planning, zoning, land use, or related field?
03
If yes please explain where your experience was from. If you indicated no, please reply with "N/A"
04
Do you have a valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility?
05
How many years of experience do you have in the Planning/Zoning Field working with Urban or Rural Zoning Codes?
06
If you indicated experience above, please briefly describe your background below. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.
07
How many years of experience do you have in the Planning/Zoning Field reviewing/issuing building permits?
08
If you indicated experience above, please briefly describe your background below. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.
09
Please indicate the areas below in which you have Zoning (i.e. land use) work experience (post student/intern). Select all that apply:
10
If you indicated experience above, please briefly describe your background below. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.
11
Please indicate the areas of Public or Governmental land use in which you have work experience. Select all that apply:
12
If you indicated experience above, please briefly describe your background below. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.
13
How would you describe your written communication skills? Be prepared to support your answer if invited to interview.
14
If you indicated experience above, please briefly describe your background below. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.
15
For which of the following products would you describe yourself as an advanced user? Select all that apply:
16
If you indicated experience above, please briefly describe your background below. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.
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Location : Chaska Government Center, MN
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 02951
Division: Public Services
Department: Land Management
Opening Date: 04/22/2025
Closing Date: 5/13/2025 4:30 PM Central
JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Land Use Manager, the Land Management Planner develops, plans, educates and implements provisions of the County's land use and subdivision programs; and performs analysis, recommendations for and implementation of inspections, monitoring and enforcement of various ordinances relevant to the department in the areas of land use and water management controls including applicable areas of the subdivision, flood plain, shoreland, wetland, conditional use, interim use, variance, building permit, on-site sewer, agricultural preserve, feedlot, storm water and erosion/sediment control and watershed regulations. The Land Management Planner researches, prepares and presents written and oral reports, recommendations, resolutions and orders to the Planning Commission, Board of Adjustment and the County Board of Commissioners.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Presents recommendations and report findings at the monthly Planning Commission, Board of Adjustment and County Board on the issues of conditional use, interim use, variance & appeal, preliminary/final plat, and ordinance amendment.
Facilitates a minimum of two (2) official public hearings per year, which may involve government officials, special interest groups, lawyers and members of the public to address issues regarding land use.
Represents the Department on issues of planning and policy development within the Division and the County.
Completes the annual review of conditional and interim use permits to ensure compliance with county ordinances.
Implements the Zoning Ordinance pursuant to Chapter 152 of the County Code and M.S. 394.
Coordinates the public hearing notification process in accordance with state statute.
Implements Floodplain and Shoreland Regulations according to law.
Collaborates with townships in the County and state agencies, including the DNR, Mn/DOT and BWSR to assure compliance with state and local regulations.
Reviews and analyzes applications, plans, surveys, and reports within the Department and/or Division; and provides information and recommendations to landowners, developers, contractors, realtors, and attorneys, concerning building potential, restrictions, process and design parameters.
Initiates, investigates, and pursues enforcement and corrective action or litigation when appropriate for violations of County Code regulations by working with the County Attorney's Office, provides affidavits, and testifies in District Court as needed.
Administers the Minor Subdivision and Platting processes, pursuant to Chapter 151 of the County Code and departmental procedures and assures quality control for approximately 30 subdivisions per year.
Provides professional assistance to Environmental Services, Planning/Water Management and other County staff in enforcement, development reviews, Water Management and technical support related to feedlots, SSTS, and other programs.
Performs other comparable duties of a like or similar nature as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree with emphasis Planning, Urban Studies, Geography, Community Development, Public Administration, or a related field and two (2) years of experience in Planning & Zoning Administration or related field.
or
Master's Degree in Planning, Urban Studies, Geography, Community Development, Public Administration, or a related field and one (1) year of experience in Planning & Zoning Administration or related field.
and
A Valid Minnesota Driver's License or evidence of mobility.
SCORED EXAMINATION PROCESS
All applications will be screened for minimum qualifications, scored and ranked. The highest ranked candidates meeting minimum qualifications will be recommended for the scored oral examinations (interviews). Final selection for the position will include successful completion of oral interview(s), reference checks, and background investigation.
01
Do you have a bachelor's degree or higher in Planning, Urban Studies, Geography, Community Development, Public Administration or related field?
- No
- Yes, I have a bachelor's degree in a field listed above
- Yes, I have a master's degree or higher in a field listed above
02
How many years of experience do you have in planning, zoning, land use, or related field?
- None, less than 1 year
- 1 year, less than 2 years
- 2 years or more
03
If yes please explain where your experience was from. If you indicated no, please reply with "N/A"
04
Do you have a valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility?
- Yes
- No
05
How many years of experience do you have in the Planning/Zoning Field working with Urban or Rural Zoning Codes?
- None
- Some, less than 2 years
- 2 years, less than 3 years
- 3 years or more
06
If you indicated experience above, please briefly describe your background below. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.
07
How many years of experience do you have in the Planning/Zoning Field reviewing/issuing building permits?
- None
- Some, less than 2 years
- 2 years, less than 3 years
- 3 years or more
08
If you indicated experience above, please briefly describe your background below. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.
09
Please indicate the areas below in which you have Zoning (i.e. land use) work experience (post student/intern). Select all that apply:
- Approving, issuing, monitoring permits (CUP's, IUP's, Adm & Variances)
- Approving, issuing, monitoring permits (Building Code)
- Site inspections (Setbacks, Land Uses, etc.)
- Erosion Control/Water Management (Bldg Permits, Grading/Filling, etc.)
- I have none of the above experience
10
If you indicated experience above, please briefly describe your background below. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.
11
Please indicate the areas of Public or Governmental land use in which you have work experience. Select all that apply:
- Public, public hearings, report writing or governmental work experience
- Enforcement or compliance inspections
- Working with government attorney's office staff
- I have none of the above experience
12
If you indicated experience above, please briefly describe your background below. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.
13
How would you describe your written communication skills? Be prepared to support your answer if invited to interview.
- None
- Proficient (Experience w/Property Owners and General Public)
- Advanced (Experience w/Advisory Boards, Attorney, and Inter-Division)
- Expert (Experience w/Administration and Elected Officials)
14
If you indicated experience above, please briefly describe your background below. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.
15
For which of the following products would you describe yourself as an advanced user? Select all that apply:
- Microsoft Products
- GIS Software or GPS Software
- Electronic Permitting Software
- None of the above
16
If you indicated experience above, please briefly describe your background below. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.
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