Development Analyst I

Job Summary

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to: assisting in the zoning application process; review of building permit applications and site plans for ordinance compliance; provides professional-level staff support to the Planning and Zoning Commission and Land Use and Development Committee; review application documents to ensure compliance with ordinances, regulations, adopted plans/policies to provide direction as needed; reviews, interprets and applies federal, state and local regulations as they relate to County ordinances; organizes and conducts meetings with applicants and the public for zoning applications and development proposals; creates maps, reports, visual presentations, site plans and renderings; communicates and collaborates with a variety of agencies, governmental departments, consultants and community organizations on zoning matters; monitors development and zoning activity; researches and reports on land use, zoning issue and trends; assists in planning projects within County jurisdiction including comprehensive and neighborhood plans, trail plans, etc.; updates/maintains records, files and related zoning information including data layers for the County’s Geographic Information System. This is an onsite role.

Minimum Qualifications

Accredited bachelor’s degree in planning or related field required. Related fields of study include but are not limited to geography, public administration, environmental studies, landscape architecture, and economics. Prior experience or internships preferred. Must have: a valid driver’s license; strong oral and written communication skills; ability to present clearly, tactfully and professionally before a variety of public bodies and interest groups; research skills; ability to traverse sites of varying topography and physical conditions; knowledge of the principles and practices of urban planning including both long-range and implementation planning; familiarity with zoning, subdivision, and site development processes and general principles of land use; and aptitude with Microsoft Office software, Windows Operating System, and ESRI geographic information system software. Must have valid driver’s license and minimum liability insurance required by law.

Salary Range

Exempt; $59,000 (Start of range) - $66,000 (Top compensation) Will County employees enjoy a wide variety of competitive fringe benefits including: comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision coverage, short/long term disability, sick/personal days, parental leave, holidays, defined pension plan from the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (regular and SLEP), deferred compensation plan, vacation, and tuition reimbursement program.

Apply To

Will County Human Resources Department 302 N. Chicago Street Joliet, IL 60432 Fax: (815) 774-6355 Email: [email protected]

Apply by

April 20, 2026 by 4:30 p.m.

Disclaimer

Completed Will County Employment Application or Resume with cover letter may be submitted by mail, fax or hand delivered. Only interviewed applicants will be notified of the selection process. Equal Opportunity Employer