Jefferson County, (pop. 25,447), is located in central Oregon in a high desert climate east of Mount Jefferson and Mount Hood. The county's largest city is Madras, (pop. 7,982), which serves as the county seat and gateway to central Oregon's vast selection of outdoor recreational opportunities. The area's low-humidity climate offers over 300 days of sunshine and only receives 13 inches of precipitation each year. Madras is located within 70 miles of four ski resorts and 30 different golf courses. The city is just 30 miles from Redmond, which has a regional airport, and only 40 miles from Bend, which has major shopping, specialized medical care and other amenities.

Jefferson County's Community Development Department operates with 12 FTEs on a $2.7 million budget. Reporting directly to the Community Development Director, the Planning Services Manager performs professional, current, and long-range planning and is responsible for assisting the Director in planning, directing, managing, supervising and overseeing the activities and operations of the department. This position is responsible for interpreting, developing, and enforcing state and county land use laws, administrative rules, and ordinances, and serves as the County's designated Planning Director. The Planning Services Manager develops detailed recommendations for the Department Director on all phases of planning operations and administration, including budgeting, personnel actions, priority setting, and coordination with external groups and agencies. This role involves a wide range of technical and analytical functions related to comprehensive land use plans, land use permit applications, and policies and procedures adopted by the Planning Commission and the Board of County Commissioners. The Planning Services Manager works independently to prepare staff reports for review by the Department Director and County Counsel.

Education & Experience: A bachelor's degree with major coursework in planning, public administration, geography or a related field, and four (4) years of work experience in Planning with Oregon Land Use experience is preferred. Two (2) years of lead work or supervisory experience is desirable, but not required. A valid Oregon driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required. Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) from the Association of State Floodplain Managers or an American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification is preferred. A satisfactory combination of education and experience, as determined by the hiring authority, that demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position will be considered.

For a complete position profile, full job description, benefits summary and to apply online, visit Prothman at https://www.prothman.com/ and click on "Open Recruitments".

For questions, call 206-368-0050.

Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Apply by September 21, 2025. (Applications reviewed as submitted. Open until filled.)