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Duties include supporting land acquisition/conservation efforts, preparing grant applications and assisting with contract development and oversight. As experience and proficiency are gained, assignments expand to include more complex analytical, technical, and public-facing planning tasks. Work is performed under the direction of the Parks Planning Manager/Landscape Architect 2, who provides technical guidance and reviews work. The position requires sound judgment, initiative and the ability to learn and apply professional planning principles related to land use, site development, and park planning. Work is evaluated through reports, conferences and results achieved. Responsibilities increase in scope and complexity as the incumbent develops greater expertise.Job Description:\nThe following documents are required to be submitted with your application. Applications that do not include all required documents may not be considered:\nResume\nCover Letter\nESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS\nPark Planning and Implementation\nAssists with park, trail, and open-space planning projects, including the Park and Open Space Plan, Regional Trail Plan, site-specific plans, and the Conservation Futures Program. Plans and coordinates public engagement activities such as community workshops. \nSupports the development and annual update of the comprehensive project list for park and open space facilities for the six-year capital improvement program. May Provides data to support departmental budget preparation. \nAssists with planning and coordinating projects of limited complexity that require coordination with County staff, agencies, community groups, the general public, etc.\nPrepares and presents oral and written reports summarizing project status, timelines, and fiscal information. \nKeeps the Parks Planning Manager/Landscape Architect 2 & Director informed of project developments and identifies potential issues needing direction. \nParticipates in implementing park projects, in coordination with contractors, consultants and internal teams. \nAssists in drafting contracts, use agreements, resolutions and staff reports under the direction of the Parks Planning Manager/Landscape Architect 2, and in coordination with the Parks Director and legal staff, to ensure accuracy of content and legal compliance of documents and other work performed. \nProvides technical review of written plans, documents, codes, and policies under supervision.\nConducts field inspections of natural area properties to evaluate site conditions or potential acquisitions. Fieldwork may involve traversing rocky, uneven and steep terrain, in varied weather conditions. \nPublic Participation and Outreach\nAssists with developing and coordinating public involvement processes to notify, inform, and gather input from community groups, the general public, cities, counties, and tribal organizations on park planning and open space issues.\nHelps develop strategies to improve public engagement and participation. \nSupports presentation of design concepts and collection of public feedback to support consensus-building. \nRepresents the department at public meetings as assigned and assists with delivering presentations.\nExplains basic planning concepts, design information, land-use terminology, and funding considerations. \nDevelops informational materials, graphics and visual aids. \nSupports communication between the County, partner organizations and the public regarding assigned projects. \nAssists with administering the Special Events Program, including processing event permits and shelter reservations within the park system. \nProvides staff support to internal committees and the Board of County Commissioners on parks and open- space planning topics. \nResearches and prepares surveys and/or questionnaires to collect community input. \nReal Estate\nAssists with real-estate activities, including research, outreach, and coordination of tasks related to Conservation Futures land acquisitions and other park land purchases. \nMaintains records of all County Park property, acquisitions, leases, legal actions, and related documentation. \nConducts field evaluations of properties for potential park use.\nSupports negotiation preparation and documentation for property transactions under supervision and in coordination with legal and finance staff.\nAssists in acquiring real estate property rights (rights of way, easements, fee-simple, real estate, air rights, rights of entry, etc.).\nPerforms research on property boundaries, zoning, ownership, assessments, market values, comparable sales and related land-use factors. \nInvestigates public complaints and inquiries related to County-owned real property or easements related to Parks and Recreation projects.\nProject Management\nAssists the Parks Planning Manager/Landscape Architect 2 with project management tasks, assuming more responsibility as experience is gained. \nGrant Administration\nAssists in identifying potential funding opportunities for acquisition and development projects consistent with the department’s six-year capital improvement plan.\nHelps prepare grant applications, including gathering data, preparing graphics, assisting with project budgets and drafting content. \nSupports administrative management of grant funding and helps track compliance with grant requirements. \nMaintains grant and contract files.\nMiscellaneous\nPerforms other related duties as required/assigned.\nEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS\nBachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Planning, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Construction Management, Public Administration, Finance, Economics, Environmental Sciences or a related field. \nPrefer experience in park planning, land use planning, project management, or real estate. \nAn equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and/or experience may be considered.\nPossession of a valid Driver's License at time of hire and for the duration of employment.\nKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES\nFoundational knowledge of the principles and practices of land use planning, park administration and park planning.\nBasic knowledge of contract administration processes and procedures. \nBasic knowledge of project management principles and budgeting practices.\nIntroductory knowledge of real estate appraisal concepts and governmental appraisal review processes.\nKnowledge of environmental assessment concepts and common title issues.\nKnowledge of the processes for securing public funding for land acquisition and development.\nKnowledge of policies, procedures and regulations applicable to recreation planning and design.\nKnowledge of landscape site inventory and analysis methods. \nKnowledge of public participation processes and engagement principles.\nKnowledge of legal processes related to land acquisition and land use planning techniques. \nProficiency in the use of computers and standard office software including Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and PowerPoint. Working knowledge of AutoCAD, GIS, Photoshop, InDesign and/or Sketchup is highly desirable.\nSkilled in communicating effectively both orally and in writing, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction.\nSkilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers and the public. Ability to coordinate development activities with landscape architects, architects, engineers, County crews and private contractors. \nAbility to establish and maintain cooperative, effective, and productive working relationships using tact, patience and courtesy.\nAbility to support community outreach and build grassroots support for public land acquisition initiatives. \nAbility to prepare clear and effective presentations and informational materials. \nAbility to assist in preparing grant applications and other funding proposals and to help evaluate program planning operations and effectiveness.\nAbility to work with volunteer groups on parks projects. \nAbility to work independently within defined parameters and exercise sound judgment on moderately complex tasks as experience is gained.\nAbility to plan, organize and prioritize work to meet established deadlines. Ability to oversee contractors on department projects, conduct inspections and prepare related reports. \nAbility to coordinate with various government agencies in obtaining required permits. \nAbility to maintain accurate and organized records\nAbility to work on projects that may involve complex financing arrangements and sensitive community or political considerations. \nAbility to apply sound business practices and judgment while supporting land preservation goals. \nBEHAVIORAL STANDARDS\nAll County employees are responsible for contributing to a safe and positive work environment, actively demonstrating the County values in their daily work and interactions:\nRespect: Appreciating and valuing customers, other County employees and County leadership by showing courtesy, friendliness and fairness. Communicating in a productive and professional manner. \nAccountability: Honoring and delivering on commitments by taking responsibility for personal actions and results; being a responsible steward of public resources and the trust County residents have placed in each of us.\nIntegrity: Modelling transparent and ethical behavior and demonstrating it with honest and trustworthy behaviors and actions; leading by example and performing work to the highest standards.\nInnovation: Striving for excellence by actively pursuing opportunities for new and improved methods, procedures or technologies; fostering an environment of engagement and empowerment and embracing continuous improvement.\nWORKING CONDITIONS \nThe work environment is primarily inside, where the noise and temperature levels are moderate.\nWork is also performed outdoors and requires occasional travel within the County, exposing the employee to weather extremes, various forms of precipitation and the hazards associated with travel on public roads.\nTotal Compensation:\n$76,757 - $107,428 AnnuallyTotal compensation is an estimate based upon base compensation, median retirement fund contributions, and current employer-paid health and related benefit contribution rates (including medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, and leave). 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