• Job Description

  Req#: REQ-169447

  Initial Posting Date:

  11/14/2024

  Application Deadline:

  12/01/2024

  Agency:

  Land Conservation and Development Department

  Salary Range:

  $5,746 - $8,831

  Position Type:

  Employee

  Position Title:

  Associate Housing Accountability Planner

  Job Description:

  Join the Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development (DLCD) as an Associate Housing Accountability Planner in our Housing Accountability and Production Office (HAPO). This position will serve a core research and analysis role within the newly formed HAPO. The incumbent in the position will work with the Housing Accountability Manager and Senior Accountability Planner to review, research, and resolve complaints received by the office related to the application of state housing laws. The Associate Housing Accountability Planner will review allegations of housing violations, work with complainants to gather relevant facts and circumstances on each case, assess allegations against relevant sections of Oregon Revised Statute, and make recommendations on how the local government might amend local regulations and practices to comply with state housing laws. This position will advance the department’s commitment to facilitating increased housing production, affordability, and choice as well as Governor Kotek’s housing initiatives to produce 36,000 units of housing per year for the next ten years. If you have experience in housing planning, policy development, participating in complex and high-profile projects, and building collaborative relationships, express your interest and apply today! This recruitment is being used to fill two positions.

  As part of DLCD’s mission, in partnership with community members and local governments, we foster equitable, inclusive, sustainable, and vibrant communities, while protecting our natural resources legacy for current and future generations.

  A day in the life. As the new Associate Housing Accountability Planner you will:

  • Participate and engage in efforts to further agency wide efforts to develop and implement equity.
  • Administer technical assistance grants for local governments related to planning for needed housing and implementing state statutes related to the provision of needed housing.
  • Research and produce guidance documents, model ordinances, adoption-ready policies, and ready-build plans to support local governments in adopting policies that facilitate increased housing production, affordability, and choice.
  • Provide support to the Housing Accountability Manager and Senior Housing Accountability Planner in analysis, interpretation, and review of the application of state housing laws, Oregon Administrative Rules, policies, procedures, and program requirements.
  • Conduct analysis and reviews of state and local laws/ordinances, regulations, policies, and procedures. Attend public meetings to present HAPO priorities and decisions.
  • Facilitate resolution of noncompliance issues arising from planning activities involving multiple programs and deal with land use as it relates to removing barriers to increase housing production, affordability, and choice.
  • Implement an efficient, cost effective, and timely technical assistance grant program to support local governments in remedying found issues of noncompliance.
  • Ensure equitable delivery of services to staff and community partners including but not limited to Tribes, state agency partners, local government elected and appointed officials, staff, service providers and other community members.

  For a copy of the full position description, please email Jan.Guerrero@dlcd.oregon.gov.

  Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

  One of DLCD’s foundational goals is to become a diverse, equitable, and inclusive agency that implements an equitable and inclusive planning program for Oregon. Efforts are supported by the State of Oregon Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Action Plan and an agency Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Committee and Work Plan.

  At DLCD, all employees are expected to recognize value in individual and cultural differences; lead activities in their division to promote and foster a diverse workforce; actively engage in implementing the DEI Work Plan and associated activities including achieving the agency’s affirmative action objectives and goals.

  We recognize that to successfully meet our mission and agency values, our commitment to racial equity, diversity, equity, and inclusion must be at the center of our work. DLCD values the lived and professional experiences of individuals from historically and currently underserved and under-resourced communities and honor our Government-to-Government relations responsibilities with Oregon’s federally recognized Native American Tribes. We are committed to building and sustaining an inclusive, belonging, and equitable working environment for all employees. Candidates with diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, language fluencies, lived experiences, and skillsets are encouraged to apply.

  What’s in it for you:

  • Opportunity to collaborate with a team of talented professionals who are passionate about the agency’s mission and priorities.
  • Flexible work location, with a mix of remote and in-office work.
  • 11 paid holidays per year and additional personal business time off.
  • Comprehensive benefit package options.

  The Benefits

  The State of Oregon offers a competitive and affordable health and benefits package, including excellent medical, vision and dental coverage, paid holidays off, and personal business leave, as well as paid and accrued vacation and sick leave. In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.

  After a qualifying period, new employees are enrolled in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP). State employees also have access to benefits like deferred compensation plans through the Oregon Savings Growth Plan and the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

  Join thousands of state employees who came for a job and stayed for a career!

  Minimum Qualifications

  A Bachelor's Degree in Urban or Regional Planning, Public Administration, Social Science, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Economics, Geography or a related field; AND

  
  Three (3) years of progressively responsible planning experience related to the job.

  
  Note: A Master's Degree in Regional Planning, Public Administration, Social Science, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Economics, Geography or a related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience. OR

  
  Six (6) years of planning experience related to the job.
  
  NOTE: Course work in Urban or Regional Planning, Public Administration, Social Science, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Economics, Geography or a related field can substitute for up to two (2) year of the progressively responsible experience. A copy of your transcripts must be attached to your application to receive credit.

  We’re Also Looking for :

  • General experience in local government planning. Experience with Oregon's statewide planning program would receive added consideration as would experience in a range of population sizes.
  • Familiarity with integrated land use and transportation planning.
  • Lived or professional experience serving individuals from historically and currently underserved and under-resourced communities.
  • Individuals with fluency in languages in addition to English are encouraged to apply.

  If you have these qualities, let us know! We offer bilingual differential pay, which is an extra 5% of the employee’s base pay. Please note, bilingual language skills are encouraged, but not required for this position.

  Tips for Interested Candidates

  A cover letter and resume are required. Your candidate profile, cover letter, and resume are the perfect place to display your interest in the position and highlight the skills and experience you will bring, making you the best candidate for the position. Failure to attach a cover letter and resume may result in a candidate’s disqualification. Submissions are screened for consistency of information and communication skills at the professional level (attention to detail, spelling, grammar, etc.).

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  • The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is a PERS participating member, they will have the base salary increased by 6.95% and pay the 6% employee contribution to PERS. Successful candidates who are not yet a PERS participating member, will receive the 6.95% pay increase and begin the 6% employee contribution upon participating in PERS. DLCD employees are eligible for step increases on an annual basis, up to the top of the classification salary range.
  • This announcement is for one, full-time, position. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process following pay equity . Prior to making a job offer, an internal pay equity assessment will be completed. The successful candidate’s professional experience and education will be compared to the state employee workforce performing work of a comparable character to determine appropriate placement in the salary range. Candidates new to state service typically receive a salary within the first half of the salary range.
  • If you have questions about the job announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact Human Resources Generalist, Jan Guerrero, at Jan.Guerrero@dlcd.oregon.gov
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Applicants who require visa sponsorship will not be considered at this time.
  • For information on veterans' preference points, visit: Veterans Resources

  This recruitment may be used to fill other positions within the same classification.

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