Assistant Planner
Deschutes County Bend, Oregon, United States
- Location: Bend, Oregon, United States
- Categories: Accounting and Finance, Planning and Development
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Aug 23, 2025
Job Description:
Assistant Planner
Description
SummaryABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:
The Community Development Department facilitates orderly growth and development in the Deschutes County community through coordinated programs of Building Safety, Code Compliance, Coordinated Services, Environmental Soils, Planning and education and service to the public.
ABOUT THE COUNTY:
We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,250 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.
Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.
We hope you’ll consider joining our talented team.
ABOUT THE JOB:
You will have the opportunity to review land use applications to achieve compliance with Deschutes County Code and state land use laws, manage the County’s addressing program, and conduct research on planning issues to assist citizens and CDD personnel. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. However, the required work hours may include support for approximately three evening meetings (5:00 pm to 9:00 pm) per month.
This position is located in Deschutes County and may be eligible for hybrid of in-office/remote work as allowed by policy and approved by the supervisor.
Key Responsibilities:
- Apply basic principles, practices and procedures, regulations, and ordinances governing the Deschutes County CDD, including answering inquiries and providing information on planning issues to assist citizens and CDD personnel; duties may vary according to job assignment.
- Review and process planning and permit applications of low to moderate complexity.
- Assign addresses pursuant to Title 16 in coordination with local jurisdictions and fire districts.
Knowledge of or experience with:
- Exceptional communication skills with the public and across various levels of government.
- Principles of record keeping and regional community resources available to citizens.
- County, state, and federal laws, regulations and ordinances governing planning, zoning, code enforcement, building safety, municipal services, urban development, traffic engineering, and transportation planning.
- Performing a variety of technical urban/rural planning functions.
- Understanding and applying complex development regulations, technical standards, review procedures, federal and state rules and regulations, and County policy and procedures.
- Explaining regulations, policies, and procedures related to planning, development, and addressing.
Notification to all candidates will be sent via email and/or text only. Please opt in for text messaging or check your email and your Governmentjobs.com account for application status.
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Compensation
$6,304.35 to $7,662.99 per month for a 172.67 hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This union-represented position is available immediately.
BENEFITS:
Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities. Please click HERE for full benefit details.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Engineering, Earth Sciences, Business or Public Administration;
- AND one (1) year of related experience with computers and community development programs;
- OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the job.
Necessary Special Requirements
Driving is a requirement for this position. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license within 30 days of hire date. The employment offer will be contingent upon presentation of an acceptable and verifiable driver's license, pre-employment screening for criminal history, driving history, and controlled substances (NOTE: Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). This screening must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.
Excellent County benefit package when eligible.
Deschutes Countyoffers eligible employeesa comprehensive healthcare package that covers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents. Coverage becomes effective the first of the month following1month of employment. Included in the health care package is the Deschutes Onsite Clinic (DOC), which provides a wide range of health, wellness, and primary care services to employees and their dependents. The DOC offers convenient hours and no out-of-pocket costs to patients. The DOC Pharmacy is a full service pharmacy available to employees and dependents to have their prescriptions filled at a discounted co-pay. In addition to the health care package, DeschutesCounty provides a generous and comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees.
Employer paid benefit offerings include:
- Life Insurance for employee and dependents
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Long-term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement Program through Oregon PERS
- Time Management Leave
- 125 Flexible Spending Program
- 457 Deferred Compensation Program
- Supplemental Life and Accident Insurance
Closing Date/Time: 9/21/2025 11:59 PM Pacific