Planning Manager - Economic & Community Development

Planning Manager

• Economic & Community Development Salary $40.74
• $50.

28 Hourly Location Virginia, MN Job Type Permanent, Full-Time Job Number 26-069/686-02 Department Economic & Community Development Opening Date 04/23/2026 Closing Date 5/7/2026 11:59 PM Central Description Benefits Questions Kind of Work This position will oversee the Community Development Division in the Economic and Community Development Department at St. Louis County. Areas of specialty include Community Development Block Grant, Emergency Solutions Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships Program, St. Louis County Film Incentive Program, St. Louis County HRA, Tax Abatement Financing, Property Assessed Clean Energy Program, supporting the creation of new housing units, economic development tools on the County Land Explorer, and similar economic development programs and functions as assigned. The salary range reflected above is the normal hiring range for 2026. The full salary range, including longevity pay, is $40.74

• $58.

84 per hour. This position is part of the Civil Service Supervisory Unit represented by the St. Louis County Employees Association. St. Louis County does not participate in E-Verify. All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States , for St. Louis County, on a full-time basis. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas. Distinguishing Features of Work An employee in this class is responsible for planning, directing, managing, coordinating, implementing, monitoring and administration of an assigned functional area. Duties include directing the administration of programs, projects and business service delivery; strategic business planning; budget oversight; enforcement of policies; compliance with regulations; preparation of business documents; continuous improvement; and supervising assigned staff. The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff. Work Environment These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled.

CONSTANT

Hearing with 5 feet and up to 20 feet; talk/speak; work with and around others; and work inside.

FREQUENT

Near, midrange and far vision; and customer/public contact.

OCCASIONAL

Lift and carry up to 10 pounds; depth perception; field of vision; visual accommodation; color vision; balance; move about; work alone; clients with behavioral challenges; extended days; work outside and driving. Selection Process

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

(PASS/FAIL): Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree AND five (5) years full-time paid verifiable and increasingly responsible related experience where one (1) year was supervising or assisting in the administration of a related program; OR, a Master's degree AND three (3) years full-time paid verifiable and increasingly responsible related experience where (1) year was supervising or assisting in the administration of a related program; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as determined by the director of human resources. Possession of a valid driver's license.

RATING SYSTEM

Supplemental Questions will be 100% of the scoring process: Points will be awarded based on the applicants answers to supplemental questions 7-13. Experience beyond ten years may be included on the application for purposes of meeting minimum qualifications or informing the hiring authority of your complete employment history.

Please Note:

When answering the supplemental questions on the website, the webpage may time out after 30 minutes. It's recommended you draft your answers in a separate document and copy/paste the answers into the application when you're finished writing. Failure to answer and save all of the questions on the "Supplemental Questions" page within 30 minutes may result in the deletion of your answers by the application system.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT & SCREENING PROCESS SCHEDULE

April 24, 2026

• Applicant screening will begin. Week of May 11, 2026
• Supplemental question scoring to be completed Week of May 25, 2026
• Interviews to be conducted

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The essential functions for this position are listed under the "

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK

" on the specification, available in the Human Resources Department or online at www.stlouiscountymn.gov/jobdescriptions .

VETERANS PREFERENCE

If you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference, please attach to your application a copy of document(s) listed for the option that applies to you:

Veteran:

DD214 noting character of service

Disabled Veteran:

DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months.

Spouse of Disabled Veteran:

DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months & marriage certificate. (Eligible only if Veteran is unable to qualify because of the disability.)

Spouse of Deceased Veteran:

DD214, Marriage Certificate and Death Certificate. Please refer to Minnesota Statute 197.455 for additional requirements. Click Here .

PHYSICAL-MEDICAL STANDARDS

Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.

DRUG TESTING

Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test.

BACKGROUND CHECK

Applicants selected for appointment to a position with St. Louis County are subject to a background investigation.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION

All new employees must submit documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility within three days of their first day of employment.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD

Appointees to the position must successfully complete a twelve-month probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.

NON-DISCRIMINATION

St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer. Eligible St. Louis County employees earn a competitive salary and benefits package, including: Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave Paid Holidays Medical Plan Dental Plan Vision Plan Disability Insurance Life Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Retirement Benefits Deferred Compensation Training and Advancement Opportunities Employee Assistance Program Employee Resource Groups Employee Wellness Program Pet Insurance Benefits are prorated for part-time employees and administered in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement or management compensation plan. 01 Please type or clearly print your name. 02 The information you provide related to your education, training, and experience is subject to verification. I understand that giving false information, failing to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification. Yes 03 Are you legally authorized to work in the United States for St. Louis County? Yes No 04 All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States, for St. Louis County. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas, and it does not currently participate in E-Verify. Will you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status) to work legally for St. Louis County in the United States? Yes, I will now, or will in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status) to work legally for St. Louis County in the United States No, I will not now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status) to work legally for St. Louis County in the United States 05 Do you have a valid driver's license? Yes No 06

SME Explanation:

Questions 7-13 will be reviewed by a Subject Matter Expert (SME). The questions will be scored and used to help determine 100% of your score. For each question please list the organization(s) and/or employers where you gained the experience. All information listed must also be supported in the work experience section of your application. I have read and understand the instructions given above and acknowledge that I understand my score is derived 100% from my answers to supplemental questions 7-13. Yes No 07 Describe your experience in managing community and economic development projects or initiatives. 08 Describe specific federal, state or local community development programs that you have administered and your level of responsibility. 09 A. Please describe your experience with the tax forfeiture process, managing forfeited property and related redevelopment. B. Please describe your working knowledge of property management, property valuation, and real estate practices. 10 One of the essential job functions for the position is comprehensive knowledge of legal procedures, laws, statutes, ordinances and policies to ensure program compliance. These procedures and laws are numerous, complex, and difficult to interpret and implement. How will you prepare yourself so you can effectively perform these and other legal requirements of the position? 11 Describe your direct management experience including the number of people you have managed and the programs you had direct responsibility of managing. 12 Describe your strategy in building and maintaining strong and healthy relationships with local community partners, boards, and elected officials. 13 Please describe what you believe will be the most significant challenge you would face as a Planning Manager? 14 I certify that my responses to the questions above are true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. Yes No Required Question Employer St. Louis County, Minnesota Address 100 N 5th Ave. W., Room 1 Duluth, Minnesota, 55802 Phone 218-726-2422 Website http://www.stlouiscountymn.gov