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Company Name : Land Conservation and Development Department
Location : Salem, OR
Position : Natural Hazards Planner- Floods

Job Description : Initial Posting Date:
03/14/2022
Application Deadline:
04/04/2022
Agency:
Land Conservation and Development Department
Salary Range:
$5,233 – $8,043
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Natural Hazards Planner- Floods
Job Description:
The Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development (DLCD) is seeking a qualified candidate to fill one full-time, permanent Natural Hazards Planner – Floods (Planner 3) in the Planning Services division.
While the position is based in our Salem office; agency staff are currently working remotely to the maximum extent possible. Once DLCD offices reopen, agency staff will have the opportunity to request a hybrid remote/office work arrangement. The position is represented by the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) union.
DLCD is charged with helping communities plan for, protect, and provide a high quality of life for all Oregonians. In partnership with community members and local governments, we foster equitable, inclusive, sustainable, and vibrant communities, while protecting our natural resources legacy for current and future generations.
What You Will Do
The person in this position be the coordinator for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) in Oregon, which includes technical assistance to and compliance review of local governments participating in the NFIP.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
Flood Hazards Program Administration
Assisting and Reviewing Local Governments
Education and Outreach
Technical Advice
Department Representation
Contingent Duty – Disaster Recovery
For more information regarding the responsibilities and duties of the position, please review the position description here .
The Benefits of Joining Our Team
The State of Oregon offers a competitive and affordable health and benefits package, including excellent medical, vision and dental coverage, paid holidays off, and personal business leave, as well as paid and accrued vacation leave and sick leave. In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Our goal is to become a diverse, equitable, and inclusive agency that implements an equitable and inclusive planning program for Oregon. Efforts are supported by the State of Oregon Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Action Plan and an agency Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Committee.
We recognize that to successfully meet our mission and agency values, our commitment to racial equity, diversity, equity, and inclusion is at the heart of our work. DLCD values the lived and professional experiences of individuals from historically and currently underserved and under-resourced communities. We are committed to building and sustaining an inclusive, belonging, and equitable working environment for all employees. Candidates with diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, language fluencies, lived experiences, and skillsets are encouraged to apply.
What We Are Looking For
A Bachelor’s Degree in Urban or Regional Planning, Public Administration, Social Science, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Economics, Geography or a related field; AND
Three (3) years of progressively responsible planning experience related to the job.
Note: A Master’s Degree in Regional Planning, Public Administration, Social Science, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Economics, Geography or a related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
OR
Six (6) years of planning experience related to the job.
NOTE: Course work in Urban or Regional Planning, Public Administration, Social Science, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Economics, Geography or a related field can substitute for up to two (2) year of the progressively responsible experience. A copy of your transcripts must be attached to your application to receive credit. Use the charts below to convert semester and quarter hours to months.
Candidates who are the most competitive will have the following:
Experience in floodplain regulations
Certification as a floodplain manager by the Association of State Floodplain Managers
Experience in or knowledge of local government planning, especially experience with land use planning
Lived or professional experience serving individuals from historically and currently underserved and under-resourced communities
Spanish language fluency. Individuals with fluency in other languages are also encouraged to apply
The State of Oregon requires all executive branch employees to complete their COVID-19 vaccination series or have an approved exception to the requirement due to a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief. Successful candidates for this position must submit vaccination documentation or be approved for an exception prior to their first day of employment. Failure to provide proof of full documentation or receipt of an approved exception will lead to withdrawal of the job offer. For more information, visit our policy listed here .
Tips for Interested Candidates
A cover letter and resume are required. Failure to attach a cover letter and resume may result in a candidate’s disqualification. Your candidate profile, cover letter, and resume are the perfect place to display your interest in the position and highlight the skills and experience you will bring, making you the best candidate for the position. Submissions are screened for consistency of information and communication skills at the professional level (attention to detail, spelling, grammar, etc.).
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The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is a PERS participating member, they will have the base salary increased by 6.95% and pay the 6% employee contribution to PERS. Successful candidates who are not yet a PERS participating member, will receive the 6.95% pay increase and begin the 6% employee contribution upon participating in PERS. This announcement is for one, full-time, permanent, Planner 3 position – Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process following pay equity .
If you have questions about the job announcement, or need an alternate format top apply, please contact Taylor Sorgenfrie, HR Manager, at: taylor.sorgenfrie@dlcd.oregon.gov | 971-718-6489
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Applicants who require visa sponsorship will not be considered at this time.
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