JOB DESCRIPTION

MIDAS Council of Governments, a six-county regional planning agency in northwest Iowa, is seeking an individual to join our team as a Regional Planner. MIDAS Council of Governments was established in 1974 to help member governments in Calhoun, Hamilton, Humboldt, Pocahontas, Webster, and Wright Counties on a variety of projects. Work may include grant writing and administration, comprehensive planning, technical assistance to cities and counties, GIS, public outreach, and other projects as needed. The position requires some travel and night meetings. This position will primarily work from the MIDAS office in Fort Dodge, Iowa.

Preferred Qualifications:

MIDAS is seeking a highly motivated individual with a bachelor's degree in community and regional planning, journalism, public administration, political science, economics, business, or related field. The individual must be proficient with the Microsoft Office suite and possess effective communication and writing skills. Experience with ArcGIS Pro is desired, but not required. A valid driver’s license is required. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Entry-level applicants and recent college graduates are encouraged to apply.

The position is covered under the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS) along with an excellent benefit package including vacation, holiday and sick leave, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible health spending account, life insurance, and short and long-term disability.

For more information about MIDAS Council of Governments, visit our website: https://www.midascogia.net/.

If interested in the position, please submit a cover letter and resume on the MIDAS website under Employment Opportunities and then "Regional Planner": https://www.midascogia.net/about_us/employment_opportunities.php

This position is open until filled and the first review of applications will take place on December 22, 2025.

MIDAS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA).

BENEFITS

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Iowa Public Retirement System/Retirement Benefit
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility 

BENEFITS

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Iowa Public Retirement System/Retirement Benefit
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility