Washington County Seeks Senior Planner for Land Use and Development Projects in Hillsboro, Oregon
The Washington County Department of Land Use & Transportation is actively recruiting for a Senior Planner position within its Land Use Planning Section. This role is crucial for managing development projects, reviewing land use applications, and drafting amendments to the development code. The Senior Planner will primarily focus on development activities in Washington County's unincorporated areas that fall within the regional urban growth boundary. Additionally, the position involves supervisory duties, tracking development activity, and contributing to updates of the Community Development Code (CDC). The department emphasizes its mission to foster a safe, livable, and economically thriving community through technical innovation, predictable processes, and empowered staff. Candidates are expected to possess a Bachelor's Degree in urban or regional planning or a related field with five years of experience, or a Master's Degree with three years of experience.