The Lincoln-Lancaster County Planning Department promotes and facilitates the efficient, high-quality development of the City of Lincoln and Lancaster County resulting from meaningful interaction with our customers and the community. The Planner II position will provide complex professional planning work and is part of the Lincoln-Lancaster County Planning Department's Long Range Planning Division. More information on the Planning Department can be found here: https://www.lincoln.ne.gov/City/Departments/Planning-Department

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The Planning Department is seeking an individual to serve as the Historic Preservation Officer and to administer the historic preservation programs for the City of Lincoln and Lancaster County. Salary $71,793.28 - $95,763.20 Annually. Job posting closes August 4, 2024.

The Historic Preservation program in Lincoln has continued to evolve and advance. The successful candidate will continue to maintain our digital records, will engage with members of the public, and will advise City staff and elected officials on important preservation policies and practices. In addition, the successful candidate will manage the CLG program and a National Parks Service grant to research Underrepresented Communities - specifically the history of women in the trades.

Considerable independent judgment is required in interpreting and adapting professional standards and principles as well as official policies, ordinances, regulations, and guidelines to routine and unusual urban design and planning issues.

General supervision, review of work items, and establishment of goals is completed in consultation with the Long-Range Planning Manager and Planning Director. Strong design skills, ability to communicate project concepts to a wide audience, and effective interpersonal abilities are paramount.

Planning and/or experience with historic preservation programs is required and completion of studies with a master's degree in planning, historic preservation, architecture, or related field is desirable. Certification from the American Institute of Certified Planners is encouraged (AICP).

Lincoln is a growing City of over 295,000 and has enjoyed a steady annual population growth rate for the past 30 years. The City consistently earns top national rankings for its quality of life and its economy. This State Capital and college town offers the excitement of a big city with the convenience and friendliness of small-town living. Residents are proud of the city’s award-winning trail network, excellent educational system, low crime rate, high-tech infrastructure, and great climate for job seekers and entrepreneurs.  Lincoln consistently earns top national rankings and has been named the "happiest City in America".

The City of Lincoln offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, group life, Employee Assistance Program, and employer matched retirement plan. The City offers a Remote Work option after completion of six months of work, at the discretion of department directors and direct supervisors.