IT Capacity Planner jobs in Boise, ID

POSITION SUMMARY

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• The incumbent shall prepare a project schedule consistent with the study and development needs of the Burns Paiute Tribe.
• The incumbent, in coordination with the Tribe will identify the study area lands under the Tribal jurisdiction to develop new or regulate existing infrastructure systems.
• Researches and maintains demographic files and needs of the Tribe.
• Attends meetings of the Planning Board, the Tribe’s departments and enterprises, City & County entities and Tribal Council to promote projects and programs.
• Implements projects and plans for economic and community development.
• Maintains Tribal planning documents and maps; and ensures allocations, contracts, budgets and reporting requirements are kept current.
• Participates in the coordination of grant applications for economic development, acquisitions and other projects.
• Works with General Manager and Economic Development department in the preparation of the Tribe’s Economic Development Strategy, purposes and prepares a complete economic development plan in coordination with the Departments in the project. Maintains and updates the Tribe’s CEDS plan.
• Works with Departments to develop planning studies and reports in support of new and updated plans, programs and regulations.
• Collects a variety of statistical data and prepares reports and maps on topics such as census information and land use.
• Acts as a liaison between Tribal Council and other government agencies, developers and elected officials in developing community comprehensive plans and transportation plans.
• Develops written reports on behalf of the Tribe for submittal to Federal, State and other agencies as required by Federal or State transportation legislation, contracts and grants.
• Develops and writes the Scope of Work (SOW) for the selection of design and engineering services specific to community development projects, roads, multi-use pedestrian trails and other development projects.
• Conducts bid evaluations and provides recommendations for procurement of design and construction services for community development, roads, multi-use and other development projects according to the BPT Tribal Procurement Policy.
• Lead RFP Process including issuance, review and awards.
• New information as needed shall be collected through surveys, interviews, public meetings, or other appropriate means.
• Ensure tribal emergency management plans are updated with new developments and that hazards include mitigation strategies for all projects.
• Oversee all grant funding and projects within Tribal Planning Department

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, planning, business or related field.
• Three (3) years of experience in municipal, county, regional, Tribal planning and/or grant application management.
• One (1) year of experience in strategic planning and management.
• Must possess a current Oregon Driver’s License with clean DMV printout.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form.
• Must have the ability to meet and deal with a variety of individuals and groups in an effective professional manner using tact and diplomacy.
• Must be able to interpret and administer, to the fullest extent possible, the policies, regulations, and public laws as they pertain to the Tribe and transportation/roads projects.

OTHER DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Knowledge of the concepts, principles, methods and techniques used in economic development and land use planning.
• Ability to understand complex oral and written directions.
• Ability to plan and complete deadlines.
• Ability to review plans to determine compliance with regulations and to apply regulations to field conditions.
• Ability to create graphic designs, development strategies, and render site plans via sketches and/or computer graphics is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of civil engineering and construction management.
• Statistical, algebraic or geometric knowledge and ability to apply such knowledge in practical situations.
• Knowledge of computer hardware and software programs, which may include Microsoft Office, Internet applications and GIS.
• Ability to Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Physical Ability to perform essential job functions including, but not limited to, sitting for extended periods of time, stranding, walking, stooping/bending, pushing/pulling (approximately 20 lbs.), lifting (approximately 30 lbs.) and climbing stairs.

INDIAN PREFERENCE

Successful Candidate must:

• Submit to, and pass a drug test
• Agree to a criminal background check
• Sign confidentiality clause
• Be insurable to operate tribal vehicles (3-year clean driving record)