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Public Works Operator
City of Driggs – Driggs, IdahoFull‑Time • Excellent Benefits
The City of Driggs is hiring a Public Works Operator to support essential city services in our small mountain community at the base of the Teton Mountains.
We’re looking for dependable, motivated individuals who enjoy working outdoors, learning new skills, and contributing to the community. No experience required — we’ll train you.
What You’ll Do
Operate and maintain City transportation, water, and wastewater systems
Perform a variety of hands‑on public works tasks across the community
Learn technical skills through on-the job and classroom training
What We’re Looking For
Strong work ethic and reliability
Willingness to learn and work as part of a team
Comfort working outdoors in all weather conditions and with tools/equipment
The growing City of Driggs, a small resort town nestled in the Teton Mountains on the Wyoming/Idaho border, is seeking an Associate Planner to assist with economic development, current and long-range planning! Come enjoy small town life in the mountains with world class skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting and multitudes of other outdoor activities, while helping the City manage growth and plan for its future!
Associate Planner
Effective Date: September 30, 2026
Department(s): Community Development
Pay Grade: 9; Hiring Range: $34.83-$36.04
FLSA Designation: Non-Exempt (covered)
Posting Closes: Open until filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF WORK
Under the supervision of the Community Development Director, this position performs a number of planning and zoning related duties but will have a focus on community design, economic development and downtown revitalization. The Associate Planner is responsible for managing a myriad of current planning and zoning applications, such as design review, site development permits, boundary adjustments and lot splits, and plat amendments independently, and is expected to take a leading role in managing large and complex current planning and zoning applications, such as rezoning, annexation, subdivisions, and PUDs. The Associate Planner will assist the Director in promoting, facilitating, and coordinating long range planning and community development activities. An Associate Planner must be self-motivated and work well independently, as well as be part of the team. The Community Development Department strives to provide a high level of service to community members and developers in order to ensure city business is conducted smoothly and promptly.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Advanced knowledge of local government operations, planning practice and theory, land development, and economic development.
Well-developed knowledge of planning topics including land-use, transportation, environmental, housing, and urban design.
Knowledge of principles, methodology, practices of research and data collection.
Ability to self-motivate, work independently, and critically analyze information.
Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically both verbally and in writing with private consultants and businesses, elected officials, community volunteers, developers, City staff, and the general public. Ability and confidence in public speaking.
Ability to utilize word processing, spread sheet and presentation software proficiently. Ability to navigate social media platforms and update content.
Documented GIS experience required.
Adobe InDesign and Illustrator experience preferred.
Ability to organize and maintain filing systems.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree in planning or related field.
Three years of relevant planning experience.
Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
Possession of a valid Idaho driver's license or ability to obtain one
TO APPLY
Please submit a resume and cover letter to Jade Krueger, Planning & Building Director via email at jkrueger@driggsidaho.org
