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Planner - Aurora, IL

Planner
City of Aurora, IL 

Compensation $25.18 an hour
The City of Aurora is seeking a Planner for the Planning and Zoning Division.

The City of Aurora is the second largest city in the state of Illinois with a population of approximately 200,000.

Successful candidates should have skills necessary to interpret codes, guidelines and policies to provide recommendations; collaborate to facilitate private and public development; review and process site plans and development proposals; conduct studies, neighborhood meetings and plans for long range planning; analyze and create reports using GIS; produce documents and plans using Adobe software; and provide assistance to citizens, businesses and other governmental agencies.

The successful candidate will be able to apply professional skills to special projects, work in field settings and be able to work independently.

Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning or a related field is required; a Master's degree or related work experience is preferred.

Experience with neighborhood planning and GIS analysis is also preferred.

A valid Driver’s license is required for the position.

Starting rate of pay is $25.18/hour.

Excellent benefit package including health, dental, and life.

Send cover letter, resume, salary history, references and complete application by March 28, 2016, however applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Applications accepted online: https://coagov.aurora-il.org/Click2GovKA/index.html