Planning Supervisor (Planner 4) - The Office of Resilience and Climate Action

About the position

This position will be able to request a hybrid telework schedule with the expectation of being in the office if needed. Flexibility is our goal, and you will be able to work with your supervisor to determine your in-person schedule. Planning and Public Works (PPW) has an exciting opportunity at the supervisory level in our Sustainability Division. The Office of Resilience and Climate Action oversees the County's Sustainability, Natural Resources, and Environmental Education efforts. You will have the opportunity to lead the implementation of the Sustainability 2030 Plan, which calls for a county-wide greenhouse gas reduction of 45% by 2030. You will supervise members of the Sustainability Team that work on transportation, built environment, natural climate solutions, waste reduction and equitable environmental outreach. The Office of Resilience and Climate Action is committed to implementing the Sustainability 2030 Plan to make Pierce County a more equitable and healthier place to live. If you have a passion for sustainability and are ready to supervise a team focused on projects and plans that reduce greenhouse gases and improve community resilience, then this is the job for you!

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate work assignments for an assigned work unit to assure adherence to prescribed timelines and compliance with departmental procedures.
• Coordinate work with others across departments and organizations on the development of various plans.
• Participate in and supervise the preparation and presentation of reports and information and present to County Officials, departments, external entities, and the general public regarding a wide range of planning functions and other related areas.
• Conduct performance evaluations, and develop and establish performance measures and standards.
• Oversee development, preparation and presentation of department staff reports, including draft policies and regulations.
• Provide leadership over assigned projects and programs.

Requirements

• Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bachelor's degree in planning or related field.
• Four years of local, county, or state planning work.
• One year of lead worker and/or supervisory experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree.

Benefits

• Vacation (Annual Leave)
• Military Leave
• Holidays
• Personal Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Insurance Benefits
• Retirement and Deferred Compensation
• Social Security
• Miscellaneous Benefits
• Telework/Remote Options