Planner II
Monroe County Planning Department
Bloomington, Indiana
Job Description
We’re looking for a creative, educated and dedicated planner to join our team.
JOB DUTIES INCLUDE:
- Significant responsibilities in comprehensive planning projects (long-range planning)
- Reviewing development proposals (current planning)
- Leading projects and initiatives, including:
- Bike and pedestrian planning
- Historic preservation
- Environmental conservation
SKILLS WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Creative thinking, positive attitude
- Strong commitment to public service and community improvement
- Team orientation and personal accountability
QUALIFICATIONS:
· Required: Master’s degree in planning or a closely related field
· Demonstrable experience in ESRI-based products, including ArcGIS Pro, ArGIS online, and other GIS-related applications relating to planning and ability to maintain department GISdata and provide related training.
· Alternative transportation and/or historic preservation training and experience desired.
· Thorough knowledge of fundamental planning issues and concepts, including basic planning theory, urban design, subdivision, environmental issues, growth management, economic development, housing, and transportation.
COMPENSATION:
- Starting salary of $60,133 per year (40 hours per week); salary increases to $66,810 after year three
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance and Employees Health Clinic
- Membership in Indiana Public Employees Retirement System
- Free transit pass
- Paid APA dues (including AICP if you're certified
BENEFITS:
- Public employee pension program (14.2% of salary total invested on your behalf w/ 10-year vestment period at no cost to the employee, with potential to voluntarily add up to 10% of post-tax total to fund)
- Free primary healthcare for all health insurance participants via employer-provided health & wellness center-Health / dental / vision insurance w/ 80% employer contribution towards total-Government holidays or floating holiday package for those in 24/7 facilities
- Nonexempt positions earn comp benefit time for hours worked over their weekly minimum
- Retirement counselor resources
- Free parking
- 6 weeks paid parental leave after 1-year of full-time employment
- Complete pay transparency
- Perks & discounts program with local / national / international opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP program) for employees and their families
LIVING IN BLOOMINGTON, INDIANA:
- Home of Indiana University
- Culturally diverse community with vibrant music and arts scene
- Close to parks, nature and bike trails, Lake Monroe, and the Hoosier National Forest
HOW TO APPLY:
Visit the Monroe County website listed below:
Submit 1) County Application for Employment (link here: https://www.in.gov/counties/monroe/files/MCG-Application.pdf); 2) Resume and Cover Letter; and 3) References to:
Jackie N. Jelen, AICP
Planning Director, Monroe County Planning Department
Monroe County Government Center
501 N. Morton St., Suite 224
Bloomington, IN 47404
Phone: (812) 349-2561
Email: [email protected]
Interviews will begin immediately. Deadline for Application: Monday, August 14, 2026, at 4:00 PM.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,133.00 per year
Benefits:
- 457(b)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
