The Pennyrile Area Development District (PeADD) has an opportunity for an Infrastructure Coordinator in our Community & Economic Development department. PeADD offers a work environment that supports you personally and professionally, and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated. Examples include flexible work schedules; option for hybrid telework; and an extensive benefit package to include health/dental/vision insurance, retirement and immediate paid sick and vacation leave.

PeADD is committed to recruiting and retaining individuals in a wide range of skills and occupations. We need exceptional people who share our passion for promoting, developing, and protecting the economic, health, education and quality of life of the people of our nine-county area.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist water and water utilities in the Pennyrile area with planning, project development, and administrative activities.
  
• Act as facilitator of the Pennyrile Area Water Management Council.
  
• Meet with local officials to facilitate the development, expansion, improvement and /or upgrading of water/wastewater treatment, storage, and distribution/collection systems.
  
• Assist in administration of grants and loans awarded to water and wastewater providers in the PADD region.
  
• Provide management and technical assistance to utility commissions and districts in the area of long-range planning, project development, system management, record keeping and other areas.
  
• Responsible for some GPS data acquisition and GIS data sharing/organization

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, GIS, Public Administration or related field.
  
• Excellent organizational, communication, and computer skills are a must 
  
• Handle a multitude of tasks simultaneously.
  

Join PeADD and help us improve the lives in the Pennyrile region of Kentucky!  Apply here.  PeADD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Lincoln Trail Area Development District (LTADD), a multi-jurisdictional, planning and development agency, is seeking a motivated and dynamic individual to serve as GIS Specialist. Position provides direct support and coordination within the Community & Economic Development department. Requires a Bachelor’s Degree with emphasis in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), engineering, planning, geography, or geology. Planning, mapping, or engineering experience preferred. Relevant software certifications or up to 2 years of practical experience may be substituted for relevant education.

Areas of work concentration include producing accurate and expedient maps, graphics, datasets, narratives, reports, etc. in support of a variety of projects that involve land use, transportation, utilities, economic, hazards, or other programs that LTADD may be engaged in. Must be able to handle multiple projects, and work effectively with staff, public officials and general public.
Salary Range: $39,499-$44,000
Forward resume, work history, and three references to [email protected] with subject: GIS Specialist. Or mail to Executive Director, LTADD, 750 S Provident Way, Elizabethtown, Kentucky 42701. Please refer to www.LTADD.org for further position information. EOE/AA/ADA.

Seeking qualified applicants for the office of Executive Director.  The Planning Director directs planning initiatives in Mount Vernon, Poseyville, Cynthiana and Unincorporated Posey County (Indiana) and reports to the Posey County Area Plan Commission. Please send your letter of interest and resume to the attention (Executive Director Opening) at the address above or email to [email protected] on or before March 8, 2024.  The position will remain open until filled after that date.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS.  This position level requires (i) a bachelor’s degree, preferably in urban planning, public administration, geography, or a related field and (ii) some experience of progressively responsible planning experience in a county, municipal, joint, area, metropolitan, or regional agency.  Such experience shall include growth management control administration (community planning, land use zoning, land subdivision, site development, and regulatory variances).  Preference may be given to applicants possessing qualifications above the minimum.

HIRING ENTICEMENTS. Starting salary $60,000.00.  The Executive Director is an employee of Posey County, Indiana. The starting salary may be negotiable subject to applicant possessing qualifications above the minimum stated herein and if approved by the Posey County Council, the fiscal body of Posey County.

Benefits are those of an employee of Posey County, including Medical, Vision, Disability and Life Insurances, Paid Vacation Days, Sick Days, Personal Days and accrued Comp Time in accordance with the Posey County Employee Handbook.

FUNCTIONS. 
Oversees the development, review and approval process including location improvement permits, rezonings, subdivisions, site development plans, special uses, regulatory variances, and floodplain management.  Presents growth management control actions to the Area Plan Commission, Area Board of Zoning Appeals, and applicable local legislative bodies. Oversees the recruitment, employment, supervision, evaluation, and release of staff and contract personnel. Prepares department operations budget for approval by the County Council.  Research and report to Area Plan Commission of funding opportunities through grants and loans for planning and zoning initiatives. Ensures that the Area Plan Commission is kept fully informed on the condition of the agency and about any trends, events, or emerging issues of significance to the agency’s success. Report events and activities to elected and appointed officials of the County and participating municipalities. Maintain working relationship and communication with local, county and state government agencies, offices and directors of the same. Interaction with citizens in addressing complaints, providing guidance on the Zoning Ordinance, taking applications for zoning requests, tracking resolution of complaints, preparing monthly reports on applications and complaints, and identifying issues and trends requiring the attention of the  Area Plan Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals.  Represents the organization on regional/local boards.  Implements Comprehensive Plan or other community planning projects.  Prepares or reviews all departmental reports and presentations. Attends and presents at a substantial number of public meetings, including evening meetings. Organizes business of the Area Plan Commission and Area Board of Zoning Appeals, public notification of growth management cases, and related public meetings and hearings. Maintaining current knowledge of issues relating to planning, land use, and ordinance enforcement, including changes in state and local laws and ordinances. 

KNOWLEDGE. Theory, principles and techniques of the community planning and development process.   Principles of personnel management, including supervision, training and performance evaluation. Principles of budgeting and finance. Knowledge of real estate terminology, laws, practices, principles, and regulations. Knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Office, geographic information systems, database management and internet applications.

SKILLS. Effective and persuasive leadership comfortable with all levels of staff, appointed and elected officials, public stakeholders, citizens and others. Proven management skills and ability to manage day-to-day operations. Strong written and oral communication skills, including the editing, oversight or preparation of technical reports, and the presentation of information to government entities and various committees. Strong interpersonal and public relations skills to work effectively with various officials, staff, citizens and other customers.  Strong organizational skills. Ability to exercise sound and independent judgment within general policy guidelines.

Posey County Area Plan Commission Office
126 East 3rd Street Coliseum Bldg.
Room 132
Mt. Vernon, IN  47620
812-838-1323
Attention:  Executive Director Opening

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