Utah Job Openings

The following are planning related job openings in the State of Utah. This listing is a complimentary service and the Utah Chapter of the APA is not liable for any errors or misprints. Openings will be posted for a period of 4 weeks or until the filing deadline, whichever is sooner. If you desire to extend your listing for an additional 4 week period, you must contact the webmanager at least 3 days prior to the deadline. Please send all job openings to the webmanager via email. Postings for positions located within Utah are free of charge. 

Out-of-state job postings will be assessed $40 for each 4 week period. 

Utah APA will send a billing invoice upon receipt of submittal. Utah APA reserves the right to refuse or amend any submittal, regardless of content or source. (updated as positions open/close)

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Environmental Planners:

EPG's Salt Lake City, Boise and Cheyenne offices are seeking junior (0-3
years of experience) and mid-level environmental planners (4 -12 years
of experience) for environmental planning and interdisciplinary NEPA
compliance projects in our growing firm. Bachelors or Masters degree in
landscape architecture (preferred), planning, geography or related field
is required. Previous project management experience, NEPA documentation,
and coordination with federal land management agencies in the western US
are also preferred.

EPG provides environmental planning, permitting and landscape
architecture services to all levels of government, utility companies,
and Native American communities. We provide competitive salary,
paid-time off, health benefits and a 401k program. For more information,
please visit our web site at www.epgaz.com <outbind://11/www.epgaz.com>

Please send a cover letter and resume to EPG at:

Human Resources
EPG, Inc.
247 South 500 East
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
Fax: 801-746-3596
jobs@epgaz.com

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Morgan County Planning Technician/Code Enforcement

Department: Planning & Development Services (formerly Community Development )
Position: Planning Technician/Code Enforcement
Salary: $14.00 per hour
Type of Position : Full-Time (M-H 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Applications should be directed to:

Sherrie Christensen, Planning Director
Morgan County
PO Box 886
Morgan , UT 84050
(801) 845-6091

Applications can also be accessed at www.morgan-county.net and clicking on Personnel”.

Duties: Performs a variety of duties related to normal office functions in the Planning & Development Services Department:

• Reviews business licenses and conditional use permits for compliance with zoning regulations.
• Receives zoning compliance complaints, investigates complaints and sends notices of zoning violations.
• Assists County Planner in assigned Planning Duties
• other office related duties as requested.

Minimum Qualifications: One (1) year of experience performing duties such as licensing, permit processing, ordinance enforcement, technical planning, construction administration, or in a field that would demonstrate an understanding of the permit approval process; or two (2) years of post-secondary education in planning, geography, or related field. Equivalent combination of related education and experience [substituting each one year of post-secondary education/training for six months of experience]. Preference given for a Bachelor's degree. New hire probationary period will be one (1) year.

Preference will go to applicants who meet the minimum requirements and have previous experience or knowledge of Planning and Zoning practices.

MORGAN COUNTY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Director of Community Development

Draper City is seeking a qualified individual to serve as the Director of Community Development. This position will be responsible for the management and direction of the Community Development Department which is comprised of the Building, Planning and Code Enforcement Divisions. Must have prior similar government experience and demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, employees, general public, and the business and development community. Candidate must possess considerable knowledge of administrative, supervisory, government, and business practices and procedures.

Candidate must have graduated from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Business Administration, Public Administration, or closely related field. A Master's degree is preferred. Must have a minimum of five years experience in a management capacity in a municipal environment, including experience with planning and development programs; or the equivalent combination of education and/or managerial experience. Please review the attached job description.

Salary range $80,260 to $112,364 depending on qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits are included. Must pass pre-employment drug testing and criminal background check. Resume, cover letter, and City application required. Send materials directly to, Draper City . Employment applications are available at www.draper.ut.us or Draper City Administration Office at 1020 E. Pioneer Road , Draper, Utah 84020 or fax to (801) 576-6511. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., January 16, 2009. EOE

See full application HERE

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In an effort to better serve our chapter members, we will be posting job announcements for local planning agencies. If your agency has an opening, and would like to have it posted here, please forward the specifics to the Utah APA (please include posting and closing dates). Please send planning-related postings only!