Planner/Planner Senior

Planner/Planner Senior Salary $30.18

• $41.00 Hourly Location Duluth or Virginia, MN Job Type Permanent, Full-Time Job Number 26-030/847-02 Department Planning & Zoning Opening Date 03/10/2026 Closing Date 3/24/2026 11:59 PM Central Description Benefits Questions Kind of Work Professional planning work involving the development and implementation of short
• and long-range planning programs, which varies based upon the assigned functional area of the County.

The incumbent of this position will perform a broad range and an advanced set of professional level of duties associated with land use planning, ordinance administration, data entry, research and analysis for a variety of planning activities, drafting administrative standards and amendments, and compiling reports. They will also provide information and assistance to department staff, the general public, and other professionals regarding short and long-range plans, zoning and land use matters, and development requirements. Responsibilities specific to this role include but are not limited to: Lead and Drive AIS Prevention Aid Program Facilitation Co-lead and drive Cannabis Registrations and Inquiries Obtain Wetland Professional Certification to assist with administering the Wetland Conservation Act Outreach Committee Member The salary range reflected above is the normal hiring range. The full salary range for a Planner, including longevity pay, is $30.18

• $42.65 per hour. The full salary range for a Senior Planner, including longevity pay, is $33.54
• $47.

71 per hour. This position is part of the Civil Service Basic Unit Employees Collective Bargaining Agreement represented by Council 5 of AFSCME. 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 Planner:

An employee in this class is responsible for assisting in the development and administration of short

• and long-range planning programs.

Duties include assisting in recommendations regarding policies, procedures, regulatory documents, services and other improvement projects or programs in a specialized area of assignment. The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff.

Planner Senior:

An employee in this class is responsible for planning, designing, developing, coordinating, implementing, monitoring and administration and evaluation of assigned functional area. Duties include project management; developing plans and specifications, initiating requests for bids, and contracts; site design, survey and preparation; inspection of construction/installation projects; assisting in the administration of assigned programs; reviewing and evaluating services and programs; developing recommendations for program, policy, service, or budget changes; communicating with and educating the public on related state and department policy and programs; and working independently with local units of government on project/program implementation. Work direction may be exercised over staff in lower classifications. The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff.

Work Environment Planner:

These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled.

CONSTANT

Near, midrange, and far vision; depth perception; field of vision; color vision; hear within 5 feet and up to 20 feet; balance; bend neck; climb stairs; talk/speak; walk; and customer/public contact.

FREQUENT

Feel; grasp; handle; maintain posture; move about; reach; sit; stand; exposure to weather; work alone, with others and around others; work inside; work outside; and drive.

OCCASIONAL

Lift and carry up to 20 pounds; crouch; use fingers; rotate neck; and squat.

Planner Senior:

These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled.

FREQUENT

Near and midrange vision; visual accommodation; hearing up to 5 feet; talk/speak; works alone, with and around others; public contact.

OCCASIONAL

Lift and carry/push/pull up to 10 pounds; far vision; depth perception; field of vision; hear up to 20 feet and drive. Selection Process

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Planner (Pass/Fail): Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.

Possession of a valid driver's license.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Planner Senior (Pass/Fail): Graduation from an accredited college or university with Bachelor's degree AND four (4) years full-time paid verifiable professional experience in the assigned functional area; OR a Master's degree AND two (2) years full-time paid verifiable professional experience in the assigned functional area; OR four (4) years as a Planner, and the recommendation of the director of the department.

Possession of a valid driver's license.

Note:

If the successful candidate possesses the above qualifications, they may be considered, at the discretion of the hiring authority, for appointment at the Planner Senior level. This would be determined at the time a job offer is extended.

RATING SYSTEM

Supplemental Questionnaire will be 100% of the scoring process: Points will be awarded based on the applicants answers to supplemental questions 11-16. 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

March 11, 2026

• Applicant screening will begin Week of March 23, 2026
• Supplemental question scoring to be completed Week of April 6, 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. 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 Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed? (All Fields) None Some high school (No Graduation) High school graduation/equivalent 0

• 31 college credits completed (No Degree) 32
• 59 college credits completed (No Degree) 60 or more college credits completed (No Degree) Associate in Arts Degree completed Bachelor's Degree completed Master's Degree completed Doctorate degree or equivalent completed 06 Which of the following best describes your work experience?

48+ months full-time paid verifiable professional experience in land use 36-47 months full-time paid verifiable professional experience in land use 24-35 months full-time paid verifiable professional experience in land use 12-23 months full-time paid verifiable professional experience in land use 0-11 months full-time paid verifiable professional experience in land use None of the above 07 Do you have a valid driver's license? Yes No 08 At the discretion of the hiring authority, this position may be filled using either the Planner (full salary range including longevity pay is $30.18

• $42.65) or the Planner Senior class (full salary range including longevity pay is $33.54
• $47.

71) per hour. Please indicate your willingness to accept employment as follows: Planner Planner Senior Either (Planner or Planner Senior) 09 If offered the position, which office location would you prefer to work from? Duluth, MN Virginia, MN 10

SME Explanation:

Questions 11-16 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 11-16. Yes No 11 Please describe your knowledge and experience in comprehensive, community and land use planning. 12 Describe your experience in zoning, permitting, wetland and environmental review. 13 Please describe your ability (including writing skills) to present facts and findings through the use of reports that will be presented to the public and county personnel. 14 Describe your experience in conducting project research, review, mapping, and evaluation of an issue. 15 Describe your experience and communication style in working with the general public, commissions, and boards. 16 Please describe your experience in directing daily work activities of designated staff. 17 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