Planner 3 â Capital Project Support (Temporary Extra Hire)
Planner 3 â Capital Project Support (Temporary Extra Hire)
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Description
This hybrid position requires a minimum of one day per week in the office during core business hours. Additional in-person meetings may be required based on project needs.Position Summary
Why Its a Great Opportunity:
In this temporary position with Planning and Public Works (PPW) you will support the implementation of capital projects in the Engineering Services Section of Surface Water Management (SWM). These projects aim to improve flood risk reduction water quality fish passage and habitat restoration across Pierce County. Your work will include facilitating the capital delivery process tracking project data and schedules maintaining a prioritized culvert inventory and assisting with property acquisition outreach.
You may also engage with elected officials tribal governments local and state agencies non-profit partners and the public. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects that protect the environment and benefit the community.
Why Its a Great Department:
Planning and Public Works (PPW) is a diverse and fast-moving department filled with motivated professionals working to ensure Pierce County is positioned to handle growth while building operating and maintaining reliable infrastructure to support livable communities. PPW is responsible for a broad and complex portfolio of services that provide unique opportunities to collaborate innovate and inspire. We are responsible for the county road and levee systems sewer systems airports ferries building permits environmental review sustainability community planning and code enforcement - just to name a few!
Learn more about Planning and Public Works at to be Successful in the Role:
Success in this role requires initiative attention to detail and a strong ability to support capital project delivery through coordination scheduling reporting and public communication. You will help develop work plans support team meetings track metrics and assist in the delivery of the Surface Water Improvement Plan. Effective collaboration and communication are key to ensuring projects are delivered on time and aligned with community and environmental goals.
Your Future in this Role:
This role provides a direct impact on Pierce County communities by supporting environmentally focused infrastructure planning. Youll gain hands-on experience with capital projects interagency coordination and planning processes. Pierce County also offers career growth opportunities through leadership programs professional development training and long-term career pathways in the public sector.
Core Daily Responsibilities:
- Assist in the administration and facilitation of a stage gate capital delivery process.
- Measure collect and present individual and team Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the Engineering Services Section.
- Develop and manage a comprehensive team schedule and individual work plans.
- Maintain and update the fish passage inventory including prioritization of culverts for replacement in support of salmon recovery efforts.
- Support property acquisition efforts through outreach activities including organizing open houses and preparing mail-ready materials.
Qualifications
- Any equivalent combination of education and experience is required
- Bachelors degree in planning or related field
- Five years of related planning work
- Please submit a copy of your cover letter and resume. Failure to attach this will result in an incomplete application
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in local county or state planning is desired
As a condition of employment the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.
Supplemental Information
To be considered for this opportunity please:
- Complete and submit an online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting APPLY above or go to: you have a question about this opportunity please email the Recruitment Team at and specify the Job Number and Title.
- If you do not have internet access you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
- Individuals needing accommodation in the application testing process or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at at least two days prior to the need.
This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the Countys needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include assessments phone screen and interviews.
At Pierce County diversity equity and inclusion means commitment not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit develop and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds cultures lifestyles and perspectives committed to our vision. Employees of the County have local direct and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County place people are proud to call home
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Employment Type
Full-Time
