The State of New Hampshire
Location
Concord, NH | United States
Job description
State of New Hampshire Job Posting
Department of Business and Economic Affairs
Office of Energy and Planning
100 North Main St., Suite 100, Concord, NH 03301
19-3050 Regional Planners - 4
PRINCIPAL PLANNER
Position #16673
$28.18 - $3 8.09
Full-time (37.50 hrs./wk.)
*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.
The State of New Hampshire, Business and Economic Affairs office of Energy and Planning has a full-time vacancy for Principal Planner.
Summary:
Assists with the coordination and implementation of the state's Floodplain Management Program by providing technical assistance, outreach activities, and training to municipalities, the public, and other stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
Assists the Senior Planner with implementing the state's Floodplain Management Program, which includes FEMA's National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and Risk Mapping, Assessment and Planning (Risk MAP) programs, by developing and managing the annual grant activities for both programs.
Provides technical assistance to municipalities, the public, and other stakeholders on the NFIP and floodplain management-related issues.
Provides guidance and information to municipalities, the public, and other stakeholders on the NFIP and floodplain management topics by developing and/or updating fact sheets, web site information, newsletter articles and other informational materials.
Assists with conducting assessments of the floodplain management programs for the communities in the state that participate in the NFIP through site visits to ensure the program's requirements are being met and to provide technical assistance and training.
Assists in developing and providing training for municipalities, the public, and other stakeholders on NFIP regulations and requirements and floodplain management topics through workshops and other activities.
Provides outreach activity and community coordination support to Risk MAP projects including the development of fact sheets and other outreach materials, web site information, and community contact databases.
Maintains a high level of knowledge about the NFIP and floodplain management through participation in training, conferences, and other activities.
Provides staff support to other planning programs such as the Municipal and Regional Assistance program and the State Data Center, which includes providing guidance and outreach to municipalities and other stakeholders on planning issues and planning-related data through training and outreach activities, including planning conferences and the preparation of planning outreach documents.
Represents OEP Director as a designee to, or member of, state and interstate boards and commissions.
Other information:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Master's degree from a recognized college or university with major study in planning, economics, geography, government, law, business/public administration, resources management, natural resources planning, environmental science, environmental law, community development, architecture or a related field.
Experience: Four years' experience in professional planning or experience in a related field.
OR
Education: Bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university with major study in planning, economics, geography, government, law, business/public administration, resources management, natural resources planning, environmental science, environmental law, community development, architecture or a related field.
Experience: Five years' experience in professional planning or experience in a related field.
License/Certification: Valid driver's license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Familiarity with floodplain management and/or NFIP desirable.
For further information please contact Joseph Doiron, Director of Workforce Development, [email protected] or 603 271-0416.
*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:
HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:
The actual value of State-paid health benefits is based on the employee's union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected.
Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 13.85% of pay
Other Benefits:
o Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
o Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
o State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
o Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
o $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low cost group life insurance
o Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
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TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964
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