APPOINTMENT STATUS - Regular Full-Time, on-site in Holdrege offices
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES – The Community Planner shall perform professional work
within the 13-counties of the South Central Economic Development District, Inc. (SCEDD) such
as economic development activities, housing, grant writing/administration, strategic planning and
various community and economic development studies. This role requires analytical thinking and
innovative problem-solving, utilizing data-driven strategies and GIS mapping to drive impactful
initiatives. Work also involves a significant amount of coordination and relationship building with
local, state, and federal agencies and citizens at large.
DUTIES – Activities of the Community Planner include comprehensive planning, grant writing and
administration, housing studies and surveys, code enforcement in cooperation with municipalities,
GIS mapping, and related duties to provide planning and technical assistance for community and
economic development programs to spur growth and initiatives to move communities forward.
• Attend job-related meetings and assist in communicating details of specific project status,
project compliance, and activities as required. Weekday evenings are periodically required
to accommodate City/Village Council meetings (typically 2-4/month, no weekends).
• Work with responsible agencies/groups to develop and conduct plans and programs.
• Become a Certified Administrator of Community Development Block Grants.
• Keep current with planning and development issues and trends both local, regional, and
national in scope.
• Mapping in ArcGIS platform, applicable experience in geography planning and mapping,
and/or willingness to learn through online module training.
• Identify funding opportunities to address emerging challenges and implement solutions to
support priorities.
SUPERVISION - The Community Planner will work under the supervision and direction of
Management and will be expected to complete assignments independently or as a member of a
project team.
QUALIFICATIONS - The Community Planner will have an associate’s degree or experience in a
related field, bachelor’s degree preferred. Individuals with experience or background in education,
journalism, or political science may be great candidates! Persons in this position must possess
effective verbal and written communication skills using various media and computer programs,
strong organizational skills, knowledge, and ability to work with local, state, and federal programs,
willingness to adapt to changing workforce needs, and the ability to interpret and implement
program requirements. A valid Nebraska Driver’s License is required for travel (day and weekday
evenings).
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS – Eight paid holidays and accrual of 24 days leave in the first year of full-
time employment; health insurance options; IRA employer match contribution; term life insurance;
short-term disability plan.
APPLICATION - Provide a resume and letter of application as an example of your written
communication skills within 3-days of application. Visit www.scedd.us to learn more.
