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Planner (Entry-Level), St. Louis County

Who: St. Louis County

What: St. Louis County is currently seeking a planning professional to work on a variety of tasks. For more information regarding Department of Planning, please visit https://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-louis-county-departments/planningThe typical starting salary range is between $40,539.20 - $48,651.20 annually depending on the candidate's qualifications as well as budgetary considerations.

Responsibilities:
  • Research, compile and analyze data on economic, social, and physical factors affecting land use, and prepare graphic and narrative reports.
  • Confer with civic and local municipal leaders and other authorities to devise and recommend arrangements of land and physical facilities for residential, commercial, industrial, and community uses.
  • Prepare and provide reports and data to support the governmental recommendations affecting land use, public utilities, community facilities, and housing and transportation to control and guide community development and renewal.
  • Educate and assist citizens to increase awareness of existing conditions, solicit their input and address their concerns.
  • Perform other duties as required or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Urban and Regional Planning or a related field with two years of planning experience or a Master's Degree in Urban and Regional Planning or a closely related field.  

Apply here.