SENIOR PLANNER

The Jefferson County Department of Planning is seeking a qualified person to fill a senior-level position.  Responsibilities include:  providing oversight for County-level planning, development, and housing programs, and conducting comprehensive land use planning and development activities in local communities. Civil Service exam required for permanent appointment.

*Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer*

Salary Range: $33.88 - $43.44 per hour. (2024 rate)

Excellent fringe benefits include:

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Flex Spending Account
• NYS Retirement
• Deferred Compensation
• Paid Vacation
• Sick Leave
• And more!

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Either:

(A)       Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a master's degree and two years of experience in municipal, community, regional, environmental or transportation planning; OR

(B)       Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a bachelor's degree and three years of experience in (A) above; OR

(C)       An equivalent combination of experience and training as outlined in (A), and (B) above.

NOTE:  Candidates will be required to submit a college transcript with their application.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Apply online on our Employment Portal:

https://jefferson-portal.mycivilservice.com/

Or send a paper application and resume to:

Jefferson County Dept. of Human Resources,175 Arsenal St. Watertown, NY 13601.