Employment Opportunities

Water Quality Management Planner – Associate or Senior

APPLICATIONS

Application Deadline: Open until filled (First review of applications will be on Tuesday, July 22, 2024)

Interested applicants should submit an employment application, cover letter, a resume, and one writing sample to:

Leann Buboltz
Administrative Coordinator
[email protected]
Subject Line: Environmental Planner Position

A confirmation email will be sent upon receipt of application materials.

Water Quality Management Job Description

BACKGROUND

ECWRPC is an advisory planning agency currently serving ten counties in Northeastern Wisconsin, seven of which are members of the Commission. The Commission focuses on four core program areas which include Regional Comprehensive Planning, Economic Development Planning, Transportation Planning and Water Quality Management.

SUMMARY

The East Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission (ECWRPC) is looking for an energetic and dynamic professional to join its Water Quality Management Program (also known as the Sewer Service Area Program). The Associate or Senior Planner (depending on experience and qualifications) will be responsible for leading and managing the Water Quality Management Program, which includes working with the staff from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and community stakeholders throughout the region.

ANNUAL SALARY

The position is full-time at 37.5 hours/week and offers a starting annual salary in the range of $54,120 -$70,356/year for an Associate Planner and $63,436 – $85,825/year for a Senior Planner (depending on experience and qualifications), plus full benefits, including health insurance, flexible scheduling, paid time off, and participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Collaborates with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources staff, sanitary district staff and local municipal and county staff on implementation of the Water Quality Management program.
Leads and manages the Water Quality Management program including but not limited to, the writing and the development of Sewer Service Area (SSA) Plans, processing 208 Conformance Reviews, SSA amendments, and related activities. Ensures the program deliverables for the Water Quality Management program follow state and federal regulations, laws, ordinances, policies and procedures.
Performs field inspections to gather data relevant to the development review process and/or to verify that development project complies with approved plans.
Reviews, interprets and understands engineering documents including but not limited to site plans, plats, and other technical documents.
Works with the Executive Director and the Deputy Director to develop the Water Quality Management section of the Commission’s annual work program and budget.
Works with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) staff to map, visualize, and analyze data.
Conducts research and prepares statistical reports on land use, physical, social & economic issues.
Generates a positive image for the Commission by communicating with staff, commissioners, and external stakeholders in a timely and efficient manner.
Works with local communities on the writing and development of their Comprehensive Plans and other planning programs within the Commission, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s OR Master’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Community Planning, Geography, Natural or Water Resources, Environmental Science or a closely related field from an accredited college or university, with 2 – 4 years of experience preferred.
Planning experience with a planning agency, city, county or other municipality.
Advanced knowledge of the philosophies, principles practices & techniques of planning including a specialization in environmental planning and comprehensive planning.
Ability to problem-solving and develop innovative solutions.

Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws; codes; and regulations including recent changes.
Skilled in the use of project management techniques. Ability to manage projects effectively and meet firm deadlines. Ability to develop professional working relationships at various levels and resolve or de-escalate complaints.
Ability to exercise interpersonal skills including tact, diplomacy, patience, respect, courtesy and discretion in work, including balancing confidential matters and transparency.
Skilled in reading comprehension to understand technical and legal materials and to apply them accordingly.

Advanced level of proficiency and previous experience in a variety of computer software applications especially web browsers, MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Experience with ArcPro and GIS applications a plus.

LTE Special Projects Planner – Transportation

APPLICATIONS

Application Deadline: Position will remain open until filled
Anticipated Position Duration: June 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024
Interested applicants should submit an employment application, cover letter, and a resume to:

Leann Buboltz – Administrative Coordinator at [email protected];
Subject Line: LTE Special Projects Planner Position

A confirmation email will be sent upon receipt of application materials.

2024 LTE Transportation Special Projects Planner Position Description

SUMMARY

The East Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission seeks an experienced professional in the field of transportation for its LTE – Special Projects Planner position. The Special Projects Planner will be a limited-term employee responsible for assisting with the development of the Complete Streets Guidebook, the Safe Routes to School Program, and other transportation and GIS projects as necessary.

BACKGROUND

The East Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission (ECWRPC) serves communities and counties within a seven-county region in northeastern Wisconsin. The core program areas of the Commission include Regional Comprehensive Planning, Transportation Planning, Economic Development Planning, Water Quality Management, and the NR-135 Non-Metallic Mining Reclamation Program. The Commission serves as the region’s federal Economic Development District, the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for Appleton (Fox Cities) and Oshkosh, and staff for the Fond du Lac MPO.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

▪ Reports to the Executive Director and Deputy Director and works with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, and Federal Transit Administration, develop and implement transportation deliverables.
▪ Develop a Complete Streets Guidebook to be utilized by the East Central staff, municipalities, and Counties as a guide for developing applications for the Transportation Alternatives Set Aside Program.
▪ Collects and analyzes qualitative and quantitative data, and prepares analytical analyses, presentations, graphics, and reports.
▪ Conducts presentations on planning projects with partner organizations.
▪ Ensures agency compliance with relevant local, state, and federal laws and regulations, particularly those related to transportation planning programs.

QUALIFICATIONS

▪ Bachelor’s degree in urban and regional planning, geography, economics, public administration, or a related field is required. Alternatively, a master’s degree in urban and regional planning, geography, economics, public administration, or a related field is a plus.
▪ Knowledge of urban planning and transportation as well as local government policies and procedures.
▪ Organized and can manage multiple projects simultaneously with excellent attention to detail.
▪ Must possess strong interpersonal skills to develop good working relationships at various levels and able to resolve conflicts effectively.
▪ Experience in grant administration, grant application review, and reporting.
▪ Strong communication skills, including verbal and written communication.
▪ Experience in grant administration, grant application review, and reporting.
▪ Self-motivated, creative, and energetic.
▪ Advanced level of proficiency and previous experience in a variety of computer software applications, especially Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
▪ Experience with ArcPro and GIS applications a plus.

ANNUAL SALARY AND BENEFITS

This position is part-time at approximately 25 hours/week and offers compensation in the range of $28.00-$34.00/hour (depending on experience and qualifications). This position is not eligible for benefits.