Do you have experience in land use planning and developing master plans? Do you enjoy coordinating internal and external partners, leading teams and public outreach?
If this sounds like you, come join our leadership team as Park Planner and support one of Oregon’s greatest resources – State Parks!
This position falls under the classification Natural Resources Specialist 3
Our Mission
OPRD’s mission is to provide and protect outstanding natural, scenic, cultural, historic and recreational sites for the enjoyment and education of present and future generations.
Our Operating Principles
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) believes Operating Principles are core values that, if mutually accepted and supported by all employees, will create a connected, respectful, and trusting work environment. Our Operating Principles are: Accountability, Commitment, Empathy, Empowerment, Fun, Integrity, Respect, & Well-being.
What you will do:
In this role, you will review land use law and ensure compliance; Create processes and approaches to identify and develop statewide planning needs; Develop and coordinate Park Master Plans; Assist in the management of agency trails planning projects; Coordinate internal and external multi-disciplinary teams.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Three years of experience in Planning work with a specific focus on land use. At least one year of the experience must be at a technical or professional level performing activities in the parks planning fields from resources inventory, through opportunities analysis to schematic design and for the design field from concept through construction;
AND
A Bachelor's degree in Planning, Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, Recreation Planning, or closely related field; or three additional years of related experience.A Master's degree in Planning, Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, Recreation Planning or related field will substitute for up to one year of the required experience.
Special Requirements:
- To be hired, you must have a criminal records and driving records check that meets OPRD Criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment.
- You must have a valid driver’s license at the time of hire and throughout employment
What we are looking for (Desired Attributes):
The following are skills that we have identified as key to success in this Park Planner role at OPRD. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you have these skills, please let us know in your application.
- Professional park master planning experience.
- Professional land use planning experience.
- Leading diverse teams and communities through all planning stages from resources inventory, through opportunities analysis to schematic design and design stages from concept through construction.
- Computer proficiency in CAD, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office.
- Skill in evaluating situations, applying rules and guidelines, determining and carrying out appropriate course of action to achieve desired results.
- Skill in facilitating and maintaining composure during emotionally charged situations and meetings.
- Skill in communicating with diverse teams to ensure broad understanding.
- Skill in working as part of a team and involving perspectives from across division sections.
How to Apply:
If you would like to view the full job posting and be considered for this position, please visit https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Park-Planner--Natural-Resource-Specialist-3-_REQ-102427