Principal Planner

Principal Planner - GIS

Recruitment #100521-MFEA07-100200

Summary Statement

This class provides policy expertise at the State level.  Positions at this level have broad responsibilities for functioning as the top management level of planning professionals by representing the State officials regarding planning policies at the state, regional, and national level.  This position is responsible for supporting the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) functions of the Office of State Planning Coordination as well as policy leadership regarding GIS and data coordination between local, state, and federal jurisdictions.

Selective Requirement

Selective Requirements must be met in addition to the job requirements.  Applicants who do not possess the selective requirement will not be qualified.
  1. Experience in using ESRI Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software, such as ArcGIS Pro, Spatial Analysis, or ArcGIS Online.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
  • Analyze and assess data, problems, and issues and their impact on programs, plans or the current environment.
     
  • Define and evaluate alternative uses of resources, viable options/approaches and anticipated costs and benefits, consequences and outcomes using present and projected information.
     
  • Develop recommended course of action for public and private decisions in formal plans and policies including policy statements, budget allocations, regulations and/or legislation to affect and facilitate change and reach objectives.
     
  • Formulate plans and policies to meet the social, economic, and physical needs of communities.
     
  • Develop, promote and market strategies for the implementation of plans, policies and programs.
     
  • Build consensus with community leaders, customers, advocates, and other affected parties via negotiations, mediation and facilitation.
     
  • Involve and educate special interest groups, customers, and public officials via variety of forums, e.g., seminars, workshops, conferences, newsletters, assessments, and analytical reports. 
     
  • Coordinate planning activities and policies across state, regional, county and local levels; integrate with other entities outside the state.
     
  • Provide technical assistance, training and education for understanding and managing change.
     
  • Design and manage the planning process.
     
  • Systematically evaluate the impact of plan implementation and incorporate findings with the ongoing planning process.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Principal Planner
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

  1. Experience in applying the principles and practices of planning related to land use and geospatial data coordination. 
  2. Experience in interpreting the laws, rules, regulations and procedures in land use and geospatial data coordination. 
  3. Experience in planning project management which includes planning, developing, implementing, managing and evaluating planning projects to ensure objectives are met.

Additional Posting Information

As a condition of employment, all employees must certify that they are fully COVID-19 vaccinated by September 30, 2021; or be required to test for COVID-19 on a weekly basis starting on September 30, 2021; or request an exemption from the COVID-19 vaccination(s) due to health or sincerely held religious beliefs or practices by September 30, 2021.  If hired after September 30, 2021, these certifications or requests must be completed during their initial week of employment. This will be in effect until further notice.  More information can be found here.

Writing Exercise: A writing exercise will be given at the time of interview.

Conditions of Hire

As a condition of hire, the applicant must agree as a requirment of employment to obtain AICP (American Institute of Certified Planners) certification within 24 months of accepting position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at Delaware State Jobs.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance. The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.