Planner/Planner Senior
Salary
$30.18 - $41.00 Hourly
Location
Duluth, MN
Job Type
Permanent, Full-Time
Job Number
26-159/847-01
Department
Land and Minerals
Opening Date
10/19/2026
Closing Date
11/2/2026 11:59 PM Central
Kind of Work
Are you a self-motivated, detail-oriented individual looking for a new opportunity? In this role, you will serve as a lead worker to support and coordinate the entire range of land sales such as new tax forfeiture sales, settlement sales, repurchase sales, historic or legacy forfeiture sales, adjoining owner sales, county fee land sales, and former shoreland lease lot sales. Youll also create auction tracts, prepare auction sales and parcel sale lists.
A Planner/Planner Senior in this role will have the following responsibilities:
Create auction tracts using internal research and following state and county regulations
Prepare sales and parcel lists for public auction
Serve as a lead worker as part of the land asset team to support and coordinate all aspects of department land sales
Coordinate and meet with other departments and governmental agencies to achieve the goals of the land sale program
Work with the land asset team and the department management team to meet the goals and directives of the County Board
Provide strong customer service skills to assist customers thru the auction process
Possess strong organizational skills with high attention to detail to manage a fast-paced environment
Note: Responsibilities do not include urban planning. Experience in investigating and reviewing land records and titles is preferred.
The salary range reflected above is the normal hiring range.
The full salary range for a Planner, including longevity pay, is $30.18 - $42.65 per hour.
The full salary range for a Senior Planner, including longevity pay, is $33.54 - $47.71 per hour.
This position is part of the Civil Service Basic Unit Employees Collective Bargaining Agreement represented by Council 5 of AFSCME.
St. Louis County does not participate in E-Verify. All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States, for St. Louis County, on a full-time basis. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas.
Distinguishing Features of Work
Planner:
An employee in this class is responsible for assisting in the development and administration of short- and long-range planning programs. Duties include assisting in recommendations regarding policies, procedures, regulatory documents, services and other improvement projects or programs in a specialized area of assignment. The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff.
Planner Senior:
An employee in this class is responsible for planning, designing, developing, coordinating, implementing, monitoring and administration and evaluation of assigned functional area. Duties include project management; developing plans and specifications, initiating requests for bids, and contracts; site design, survey and preparation; inspection of construction/installation projects; assisting in the administration of assigned programs; reviewing and evaluating services and programs; developing recommendations for program, policy, service, or budget changes; communicating with and educating the public on related state and department policy and programs; and working independently with local units of government on project/program implementation. Work direction may be exercised over staff in lower classifications. The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff.
Work Environment
Planner:
These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled. CONSTANT: Near, midrange, and far vision; depth perception; field of vision; color vision; hear within 5 feet and up to 20 feet; balance; bend neck; climb stairs; talk/speak; walk; and customer/public contact. FREQUENT: Feel; grasp; handle; maintain posture; move about; reach; sit; stand; exposure to weather; work alone, with others and around others; work inside; work outside; and drive. OCCASIONAL: Lift and carry up to 20 pounds; crouch; use fingers; rotate neck; and squat.
Planner Senior:
These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled. FREQUENT: Near and midrange vision; visual accommodation; hearing up to 5 feet; talk/speak; works alone, with and around others; public contact. OCCASIONAL: Lift and carry/push/pull up to 10 pounds; far vision; depth perception; field of vision; hear up to 20 feet and drive.
Selection Process
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Planner (Pass/Fail):
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Planner Senior (Pass/Fail):
Note: If the successful candidate possesses the above qualifications, they may be considered, at the discretion of the hiring authority, for appointment at the Planner Senior level. This would be determined at the time a job offer is extended.
RATING SYSTEM:
Supplemental questionnaire will be 100% of the scoring process:
Please Note: When answering the supplemental questions on the website, the webpage may time out after 30 minutes. Its recommended you draft your answers in a separate document and copy/paste the answers into the application when youre finished writing. Failure to answer and save all of the questions on the "Supplemental Questions" page within 30 minutes may result in the deletion of your answers by the application system.
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT & SCREENING PROCESS SCHEDULE:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The essential functions for this position are listed under the "ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK" on the specification, available in the Human Resources Department or online at www.stlouiscountymn.gov/jobdescriptions.
VETERANS PREFERENCE:
If you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference, please attach to your application a copy of document(s) listed for the option that applies to you:
Please refer to Minnesota Statute 197.455 for additional requirements. Click Here.
PHYSICAL - MEDICAL STANDARDS:
Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.
DRUG TESTING:
Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test.
BACKGROUND CHECK:
Applicants selected for appointment to a position with St. Louis County are subject to a background investigation.
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION:
All new employees must submit documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility within three days of their first day of employment.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD:
Appointees to the position must successfully complete a twelve-month probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.
NON-DISCRIMINATION:
St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer.
Eligible St. Louis County employees earn a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
Benefits are prorated for part-time employees and administered in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement or management compensation plan.
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Please type or clearly print your name.
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The information you provide related to your education, training, and experience is subject to verification. I understand that giving false information, failing to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification.
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Are you legally authorized to work in the United States for St. Louis County?
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All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas, and it does not currently participate in E-Verify. Will you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status) to work legally for St. Louis County in the United States?
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Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed? (All Fields)
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Do you have a valid drivers license?
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At the discretion of the hiring authority, this position may be filled using either the Planner (full salary range including longevity pay is $30.18 - $42.65) or the Planner Senior class (full salary range including longevity pay is $33.54 - $47.71) per hour. Please indicate your willingness to accept employment as follows:
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SME Explanation: Questions 9-14 will be reviewed by a Subject Matter Expert (SME). The questions will be scored and used to help determine 100% of your score. For each question please list the organization(s) and/or employers where you gained the experience. All information listed must also be supported in the work experience section of your application. I have read and understand the instructions given above and acknowledge that I understand my score is derived 100% from my answers to supplemental questions 9-14.
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Please describe your experience with the management of tax forfeit property, land use planning and the sale of land.
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What is your process for managing multiple projects that may or may not have deadlines?
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Please describe your skills in conducting research and/or evaluation of an issue, preparing and presenting your facts and findings, and monitoring your work quality and accuracy to minimize errors.
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This position requires knowledge of a variety of state statutes and departmental policies to make independent decisions. Please describe your experience in working in a similar setting and how that has prepared you for this position.
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Please list and describe your experience with various computer and technology applications - both hardware and software.
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Give an example of a time you had to deal with an upset customer. What was the situation, what you did to resolve it, and what was the outcome?
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I certify that my responses to the questions above are true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Required Question
Employer St. Louis County, Minnesota
Address 100 N 5th Ave. W., Room 1
Duluth, Minnesota, 55802
Phone 218-726-2422
Website http://www.stlouiscountymn.gov
| Location | Duluth, MN |
| Salary | $30.18–$42.65 Per Hour |
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