*To apply, please visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/polkcoor*

**RECRUITING TO FILL ONE (1) POSITION CONSISTING OF EITHER AN ASSISTANT PLANNER OR A PLANNER TRAINEE**

ABOUT THE JOB
Work involves conducting research, analysis and presentation of data of limited complexity. Work assignments may be in rural, regional, natural resource planning or human resource planning. Work deals primarily with the application of the zoning and subdivision ordinances, the preparation and interpretation of comprehensive planning documents, and preparation of reports and graphics. Participate and contribute to the Department’s long range planning projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree with course work in Planning, Geosciences, Geography, Environmental Science, Public Administration, Economics, Political Science, or other closely related courses; or any equivalent combination of experience and training.

POLK COUNTY, THE ORGANIZATION:
Polk County takes pride in knowing that our employees are what makes the County a great place to work. We have a strong desire for each employee to feel respected; connected to the department they work for as well as other County departments and the community at large; and know that they are critical to County business. We understand that work may be necessary, but not what should define each individual. We all have diverse personalities and interests away from the job, and at Polk County we encourage our employees to be connected to something bigger than work.

*RECRUITMENT CLOSES MARCH 6, 2025*