Job Description

DescriptionThe Department of Transportation Project Delivery is seeking a Planning Analyst to join the Multimodal division.Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit .Location and hours:
This position is hybrid and will be performed both on-site at the Public Works Facility located at 1600 Prairie Drive, Medina, MN 55340 or 625 South 4th Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55415 and remote as job duties require. The typical work hours will be 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. There is no public transportation to the Public Works facility. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire.While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin.About the position type:
This is a limited duration (temporary) full-time, benefit earning position expected to last up to two years.This position is internally classified as a Planning Analyst.
Click to view the job classification specification.In this position, you will:

• Assist in property management and agreement administration related to property owned by the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority (HCRRA).
• Monitor, track, and resolve encroachments.
• Confer and interface with departmental, other public and related agencies or groups on property management.
• Prepare and monitor leases and permits, including expirations, escalations, and restoration requirements.
• Review requests for new agreements, including construction or landscape plan review.
• Inspect property for maintenance issues and encampments and track using GIS data collection technology.
• Perform administrative duties including mailing, scanning, filing, and invoice processing.
• Participate in determining program goals and objectives, including developing new contract tracking system.
• Analyze data and prepare reports for management.
• Participate in county-wide initiatives and recommend policies and procedures concerning property management and land use agreements.

Need to have:
One of the following:Bachelor's degree or higher in business administration, public administration; research methods; statistics; behavioral/social science; urban/city planning, or a field appropriate to the area of specialization. * Related education and/or experience to total four years.Nice to have:

• Experience with:

• Agreement preparation and management.
• Managing multiple projects and delivering results.
• Working closely with stakeholders and subject matter experts to ensure successful project completion.
• Using Geographic information systems application (GIS), SharePoint, Bluebeam Revu, and FileNet.
• Microsoft Office suite and Adobe Pro/Adobe Sign.
• Public processes and public infrastructure.
• Ability to visit HCRRA-owned property and traverse vegetated or uneven surfaces.

About the department:Public Works creates healthy and livable communities through economic development, environmental stewardship and advancement of a multimodal transportation network. About 450 employees work together on a wide range of programs and projects to achieve our mission.About Hennepin County:Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that reduce disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive.Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at (login as Guest).Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.Your future. Made here.This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies.Watch this for application best practices and tips.Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience.
Final candidates may be required to complete a background check.If you have any questions, please contact:Talent Acquisition Division
Hennepin County Human Resources Department612-348-7855Why work here?Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed - not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can't - including:

• Meaningful work
• Public service
• Competitive pay
• Work-life balance
• Generous benefits
• Opportunities to grow
• Commitment to your success

By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents.Visit our benefits page to learn more:If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) Information about the impact of job changes on benefits can be found .

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