Planner II (Registry) - Division of Planning and Development, Memphis and Shelby County, Tennessee

• Location: Memphis, Tennessee
• Posting Date: Sep 6, 2023

Compensation

• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 49,826.6
• Maximum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 76,232
• Pay Basis: Yearly
• Full description and application are available here.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 

Works under the direction of assigned manager to assist in the updating, amending, and implementation of the comprehensive plan for the City of Memphis. Contributes to development of recommendations related to land use, transportation, public facilities, housing, economic growth and development, neighborhood stabilization, quality of life, civic engagement, and budget impact. Develops, plans, and studies for communities, districts, or city systems. Reviews land use proposals for plan consistency, prepares reports and correspondence to support findings. Collects data and information and provides qualitative and quantitative research and analysis. Drafts summaries, test contents, technical reports, and memos of research findings. Reviews plans and reports for accuracy and consistency. Compiles findings for internal and external stakeholders. Coordinates with other city divisions and external stakeholders to gain input and support relevant to the comprehensive plan. Creates and gives presentations, facilitates public meetings, and attends planning meetings and workshops of other Divisions and agencies. Uses design expertise to prepare maps, design concepts and visuals, and 3D renderings to support plans and reports. Creates templates, presentation slides for design concepts, reports, and technical correspondence. Drives to various worksites to attend meetings and to conduct site visits.

Planner Land Use, NYCEDC, New York

 

Planner, Land Use

Land Use  New York, New York

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Our Vision: To make New York City the global model for inclusive innovation and economic growth, fueled by the City’s diverse people and businesses.

Our Mission: To create shared prosperity across New York City’s five boroughs by strengthening neighborhoods and growing good jobs.

The Land Use Department is situated within NYCEDC’s Planning Division, and together with the Neighborhood Strategies and Transportation Departments works to promote robust, inclusive growth in the city’s neighborhoods and waterfronts. The Land Use department is a team of planners who provide in-house consultation and project management for NYCEDC projects on zoning, environmental review, contaminated site cleanup, landmark issues, urban renewal, federal and state regulated wetland issues, and other land use topics. We deliver land use and infrastructure projects to serve the needs of all New Yorkers through collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and external partners.

Recent projects managed by the Land Use Department include supporting the work to construct open space and fill in the gaps of the Manhattan Waterfront Greenway, completing environmental review for the expansion of the New York City Ferry system, supporting land use applications through the Uniform Land Use Review Procedure (ULURP) process, and the preparation of Waterfront Zoning certifications necessary to construct the most recent 100% affordable housing mixed-use project on the South Bronx waterfront.

Position Overview: Within the Land Use team, Planners manage project approval processes and provide technical expertise to departments leading projects throughout NYCEDC. We provide project teams with specific strategies to mitigate risk and navigate the complex regulatory processes needed to secure approvals, including but not limited to zoning regulations, City Environmental Quality Review, and Uniform Land Use Review Procedure (ULURP). The Planner’s portfolio could include projects from anywhere in the 5 boroughs with diverse project goals such as providing quality job opportunities, building climate change resiliency, affordable housing, public open space or transportation improvements.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Under supervision, manage a portfolio of multiple project approvals involving a range of local, state and federal actions including land use approvals, environmental reviews and other required permits
• Work with interdisciplinary teams in the preparation of Requests For Proposals, and the development and implementation of site specific and area-wide planning initiatives
• Interface with development partners, regulatory agencies, elected officials and community groups
• Support the Land Use team’s effort to build consensus-based solutions with regulatory and partner agencies and maintain working trust-based relationships with external agency regulators
• Under supervision, prepare and review technical applications in zoning, environmental review and other land use regulations, and provide technical expertise related to those regulations to project teams
• Contribute problem solving and critical thinking to all stages of a project from formulation, through public approvals to implementation
• Manage consultants to ensure quality products are delivered on-schedule, including managing budgets and Minority/Women Owned Business Enterprise goals
• Proactively manage critical milestones of long-term timelines to ensure complex projects are delivered on-time, and anticipate and flag to senior staff if projects are not on schedule
• Create and deliver presentations, memos and other materials that effectively communicate project recommendations, decision points and/or findings to various audiences (e.g., senior NYCEDC staff, partner agencies, external stakeholders)
• Attend public meetings and hearings on NYCEDC projects and report back to team on status
• Other projects and tasks as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of professional experience in public policy, urban affairs, city planning, or environmental science
• Bachelor’s degree in urban/city planning or a related field preferred but not required
• Familiarity with or interest in New York City zoning, planning issues, environmental regulations, and environmental review procedures
• Ability to use spreadsheet and presentation applications such as Excel, PowerPoint, GIS
• Demonstrated skills in project management and creative problem solving, strong verbal, written, and analytical skills
• New York City residency is required within 180 days of hire
• All new hires must be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus as defined by the CDC, unless they have been granted a reasonable accommodation for religion or disability

About Us: NYCEDC is New York City’s primary vehicle for promoting economic growth in each of the five boroughs. Our mission is to create shared prosperity across New York City’s five boroughs by strengthening neighborhoods and growing good jobs. We do this by developing, managing, and implementing expansion and redevelopment programs that encourage investment and strengthen the city’s competitive position.

NYCEDC is dedicated to the creation of a dynamic, equitable, and sustainable urban economy. We are making sure that whatever happens next, happens right here in New York City—and that all New Yorkers are a part of it.

NYCEDC offers many unique advantages for an exciting and fulfilling career. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• The unique opportunity to make an impact on New York City
• Working on diverse, unique, and challenging projects
• Working closely with teams of creative, highly motivated, and passionate people
• Learning opportunities designed to enhance the practical skills and business knowledge of our employees
• Excellent benefits, including company-paid 401(a) pension plan, 457(b) tax-advantaged retirement savings plans, medical, dental and vision benefits, generous paid family leave and paid time off, and other perks

The New York City Economic Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our diversity and inclusion mission is to attract, retain, and engage a diverse workforce comprised of talented people. NYCEDC employees can expect to work as part of a highly engaged, passionate and inclusive workforce where everyone’s contributions are valued, respected and make an impact on one of the best and most diverse cities in the world!

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Land Use Planner, DLA Piper

Who: DLA Piper

What: DLA Piper LLP (US) is a leading global business law firm. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the best people across our practice and business service groups. We are looking for collaborative, results-oriented people who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and have exceptional problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities:

You will, under the supervision of attorneys, perform a range of substantive case, matter, or entity-related duties. Work independently to manage large multi-disciplinary project teams, guiding them through the zoning entitlement process. Coordinate efforts between attorneys, clients, co-consultants, jurisdictional staff, and appointed or elected officials. You will prepare applications and supporting documentation for matters related to land use including zoning relief, zoning changes, zoning approvals, local ordinances, and property searches.

Additionally, you will draft findings and project descriptions, statements of justification, researching code sections, and reviewing land use and comprehensive plans. You will review and provide direction to technical consultants such as architects and surveyors regarding the form of zoning exhibits and plats.  You will coordinate the state (Illinois) and local lobbying ordinance registration and reporting process and prepare economic disclosure statements and affidavits, including City of Chicago EDS and Cook County ownership affidavits and disclosures.  You will assist with preparation, recording, and filing of documents related to the acquisition, development, finance, and disposition of real property in the Chicago metro area.

Qualifications:

• College degree 
• 1 year experience supporting a Real Estate practice group, a municipal or private-sector setting fulfilling a land use and planning role, or a combination thereof
• Experience requesting public records from public agencies, filing project applications, and effectuating permits in specific jurisdictions
• Experience drafting findings and project descriptions, statements of justification, researching code sections and reviewing land use comprehensive plans
• Experience managing the Municipal Lobbying Ordinance reporting process, assist with the entitlement process and transitional housing entitlement projects
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Excellent communication skills 

Apply here.

Land Use Planner - Rockford (IL) Metropolitan Agency for Planning

Metropolitan - Land Use Planner
Rockford Metropolitan Agency for Planning
Rockford, IL

Works with the Rockford Metropolitan Agency for Planning (the Rockford, IL MPO) to administer the federally required transportation planning process and provide land use, environmental and transportation planning products to the MPO member organizations. Coordinates with Federal, State, local agencies and the public. Produces planning work tasks typical of a metropolitan planning organization.

The successful candidate will investigate, analyze, document and manage ongoing land use, environmental and transportation planning efforts. The successful candidate must possess strong writing skills, prepare recommendations, and perform research, planning and technical analysis for projects.

Essential Functions:

• Communicate and coordinate with State, Federal, and local agencies in developing comprehensive land use plans and funding proposals.
• At a planning level analyze the linkages between land use, demographic and economic adjustments, environmental and transportation initiatives; and at all times connecting the above planning elements to economic development.
• Utilize geographic information systems (GIS) to analyze, produce reports and visually display regional demographic, land use, environmental and infrastructure data for the RMAP planning area.
• In coordination with local land use planning departments, develops updates to comprehensive land-use plans, zoning codes / ordinances and sub-area studies.
• Analyze socioeconomic data, census data and other planning centric data; support and provide guidance to comprehensive planning tasks.
• Investigate potential project funding, planning funding and prepare fiscal reporting documents.
• Coordinate public meetings / workshops; facilitate as necessary.
• Participate on cross-collaborative teams in conceptual planning on corridor, urban design and redevelopment studies.

For the full job description, please visit www.rmapil.org.

Education, Training & Experience:
Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, transportation planning, traffic engineering, economics or a related field. Master’s degree desirable but not required. Three to five years of experience with land use and corridor planning is preferred.

Please submit resume, cover letter, and three professional references to RMAP via e-mail or U.S. Mail by 4:30 p.m. September 5th, 2016:

Postal Address:

Rockford Metropolitan Agency for Planning
ATTN: Jon Paul Diipla, AICP
313 North Main Street
Rockford, IL 61101

E-mail: careers@rmapil.org

The position will remain open until filled.

The Rockford Metropolitan Agency for Planning is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SALARY RANGE Mid I (1-4 years)

CONTACT INFORMATION
Address
313 N. Main St.
Rockford, IL
61101
Resource URL http://www.rmapil.org
Email careers@rmapil.org
Phone 779-348-7627

Planner - Oahu, HI

Planner VII, General City/Urban Planner SR-28
City of Oahu, HI

Salary: $5,599.00 Monthly


Position Information
Supervises and coordinates several concurrent planning projects, studies and activities with responsibility for a major functional segment of the total city planning program; and performs other related duties as required.

Current Vacancy: Serves as the Zoning Regulations and Permits Branch Chief of the Land Use Permits Division of the Department of Planning and Permitting.Additional Job Information

At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

***Salary amount may be subject to pay adjustments***

1) Only ONLINE applications will be accepted. Applications must be submitted online by May 26, 2016, 11:59 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time (HST) to be accepted.

Website: http://www.honolulu.gov/hr/

2) Paper applications will NOT be accepted.
There is one vacancy with the Department of Planning and Permitting, Land Use Permits Division. This list may be used for future vacancies in this and other departments.

Important Notice:
Some notifications will be sent via e-mail. You are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence from this office by checking your e-mail account in a timely manner. To ensure proper delivery, please make sure you:
- use a valid e-mail account;
- verify your e-mail address is entered correctly on your GovernmentJobs account;
- check your spam folders; and
- add info@governmentjobs.com to your contact list.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with specialization in City Planning, Architecture, Engineering, Economics, Sociology, Public Administration or a related field.

Work experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis. Such experience must have provided the knowledge, skills, and analytical ability normally gained from attainment of a bachelor's degree.

Verification Requirement: You must submit evidence of your education within 7 days of filing this application. A reproduced copy of your diploma and/or transcript which shows the embossed seal must be submitted in order to be given credit. Copies will not be returned. Mail or drop off: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Five years of professional work experience in city planning or related planning activities, one of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity.

Such experience must have demonstrated knowledge of the principles, practices, purposes, scope and techniques of the various phases of city planning; trends in Federal, State and local planning as they affect city planning; research methodology and statistical procedures; sources and uses of socio-economic information; State and local laws and ordinances related to city planning; and the principles and practices of supervision.

Substitution:
A Master's degree in the social sciences, city planning, business or public administration or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of professional work experience in city planning or related planning activities.

You must submit a copy of your diploma and/or transcript within 7 days of filing this application in order to be given credit. Mail or drop off: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813.

License Requirement: Valid Hawaii driver's license (Type 3), prior to appointment.Examination Process

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION: In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality, quantity, and/or recency of your education and experience.

City and County of Honolulu; Phone 808-768-8536

650 South King Street, 10th Floor
Honolulu, Hawaii, 96813.

Land Use Planner - Consultant - Indianapolis

Land Use Planner
Faegre Baker Daniels
Indianapolis, IN

Job Level Mid I (1-4 years)
Salary Range Open

Job Description:
Faegre Baker Daniels' land use lawyers represent developers, contractors, lenders, landlords, tenants, and property owners in a variety of real estate transactions. Our professionals handle numerous legal issues related to the acquisition, annexation, zoning, and construction and permanent financing of commercial, office, retail, industrial and residential developments.

We currently are searching for a Land Use Planner to play an important role in our Real Estate practice group. In this position, you will provide support to the attorneys in our Real Estate practice group by utilizing general knowledge of the workings of local and state government to research and apply a variety of land use laws and regulations. This position will manage timelines, meet with clients and local government staff, prepare filings and supporting documents and coordinate a variety of activities related to complex zoning, planning, development, and economic incentive matters throughout Indiana.

Job Requirements:
Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning (preferred) or Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy, Environmental Science, or similar field. The successful applicant must also be well-organized with a strong work ethic, able to handle multiple projects at the same time, proficient with computer applications (particularly in the use of graphics), have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be comfortable with public speaking. A strong aptitude in analytical and problem solving skills is needed to be successful in this position.

Contact Information
Phone:  612-766-7603
Email: hrtalentacquisition@faegrebd.com
Website sjobs.brassring.com/TGWebHost/jobdetails.aspx?partnerid=25727&siteid=5377&AReq=466BR

Postal Address:

600 E. 96th Street, Suite 600
Indianapolis, Indiana 46240

Job #66169

GIS Specialist - Columbia River Gorge - Washington state

GIS Specialist / Land Use Planner
Columbia River Gorge Commission
White Salmon, WA

Experience: 3-5 years
Contact person: Nancy Andring
Phone: 509-493-3323, ext. 221
Fax: 509-493-2229
Email: nancy.andring@gorgecommission.org
Website:  http://www.gorgecommission.org
Location: White Salmon, WA

The Columbia River Gorge Commission seeks an energetic and dynamic Land Use Planner with strong GIS skills. This position will conduct development reviews and assessments, assist with the 10-year update of the Management Plan for the National Scenic Area, and support the Principal Planner and other Gorge Commission staff. 

 Minimum BA/BS and 5 years of planning experience. A Master’s degree may be substituted for 1 year of experience. Salary based on qualifications and experience ($40,000-60,000), includes full benefits and WA public retirement plan. Application Deadline: 3/6/16. For a complete description and application instructions, please visit www.gorgecommission.org. AA/EOE

Planner(s) - Madison, WI

Land Planner & Mapping Specialist
and
Neighborhood Planner 
and 
Limited Term Employment (LTE) Planner 1 or 2 level Planners
City of Madison
Madison, WI

$53,559.22 - $72,365.80 Annually

The City of Madison Planning Division is seeking qualified candidates for multiple openings as a Planner.

Rated as the top medium sized city (population 243,000) in the US by Livability.com, Madison has a highly educated workforce, a diverse and rich array of cultural and recreational activities, incredible natural beauty with its lakes and parks, and a growing economy focused on education, health care and technology. Madison is a city of neighborhoods that seeks continuous improvement in achieving opportunity for all.

The first opening is for a Land Planning & Mapping Specialist. The City is seeking someone who is adept at both the conceptual master planning and detailed site planning aspects of comprehensive land planning. This position also provides opportunities to design, build, maintain, and utilize Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and databases to support the planning efforts of the Department.

The second opening is for a Neighborhood Planner. This position is primarily responsible for providing professional level planning support for established neighborhoods and special project planning efforts. It will also involve a variety of related neighborhood support activities and other professional planning level assignments, as well as data and information gathering, analysis and presentation. This position requires the ability to effectively engage a wide variety of citizen and stakeholder groups.

The third opening is for two limited term employment (LTE) Planner 1 or 2 level Planners anticipated to last through 2017. These two positions will focus on all phases of updating the City of Madison's Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive Plan was adopted in 2006 and State Statutes require that it be updated every ten years. The positions involve responsible professional land use planning, research, and administrative support work in the Planning Division of the Department of Planning and Community and Economic Development as part of an interdisciplinary team. This position requires the ability to effectively engage a wide variety of citizen and stakeholder groups.

To obtain more detailed information and to apply for these positions, please visit our website at www.cityofmadison.com/hr. Applications are due no later than Sunday, March 6, 2016.

Planner - Fayetteville, AR

Planner 

City of Fayetteville, Arkansas

Professional Area: 

Land-Use Management         Code Enforcement

Urban Design

Zoning Administration

Experience: 

Entry level

Contact person: 

Andrew Garner

Email: agarner@fayetteville-ar.gov

Website: http://www.fayetteville-ar.gov

Location: 

Fayetteville, AR

Fayetteville Planning Division located in the beautiful Ozark Mountains of northwest Arkansas and home to the University of Arkansas, seeks a full-time Planner.

Fayetteville is the third-largest city in Arkansas with a current city population of 73,580. Northwest Arkansas offers amenities that rival many major metropolitan areas, including Crystal Bridges, a world-class museum of American art; expansive and diverse shopping; a minor league baseball team; and a world-class performance theatre.

Fayetteville is home to a top research institution in the nation – the University of Arkansas, also known for its successful SEC sports programs. The city offers award-winning schools, state-of-the art medical facilities, a world-class public library, seventy city parks, three lakes, numerous award-winning natural areas, and miles of trails for walking, running, and biking.

Fayetteville ranks on several lists as a top city in the nation, including Livability.com’s ranking of Fayetteville as the 63rd top livable city in the United States, as well as the 9th top college town.

Qualified applicants are asked to electronically submit an application to the City of Fayetteville through the website at www.fayetteville-ar.gov. The position will be open until filled.

The successful candidate will work under the supervision of the City Planning Director to complete a variety of current and long range city planning activities.

Primary duties consist of reviewing development projects and zoning proposals and presenting items at public hearings such as Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment.

This position will also contribute to long range planning activities such as neighborhood and city-wide planning efforts, urban design projects, and code drafting to make codes and ordinances consistent with the overall land use goals and policies of the city.

Work is conducted primarily during daytime weekday hours at the City of Fayetteville office in downtown Fayetteville. Some evening work is required to attend and present at bi-weekly or monthly public hearings.

The minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in planning or a related field, or a bachelor’s degree in a non-related field plus three years directly related experience. Annual salary range is from the mid-30’s to the mid-50’s, commensurate with qualifications.

Entry Level Land Use/Environmental Planner, Latitude 33 - San Diego, CA

Entry Level Land Use/Environmental Planner

Latitude 33

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Email: 

Lat33jobs@latitude33.com

Location: 

San Diego, CA

We are currently seeking an entry level Land Use/Environmental Planner to work as adjunct staff to the County of San Diego. The candidate will work at the County of San Diego, Planning and Development Services Department, supporting project managers in the review, processing, and entitlement of projects.

Qualifications:

• 0-3 years of experience
• Bachelor’s degree in either Urban Planning, Environmental Planning, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Public Policy and/or a related degree
• Excellent writing skills
• Outstanding research skills
• In-depth knowledge of land use planning
• Experience in environmental planning a plus

Responsibilities:

• Conduct discretionary project review
• Write reports
• Prepare scoping letters
• Write environmental documents

Latitude 33 Planning and Engineering is a land planning and civil engineering firm, providing comprehensive services that range from conceptual land planning to detailed engineering, grading and infrastructure design, as well as construction support to both the private and public sectors of the land development market. Our experience includes the planning and design of residential, educational facilities, hospitals, biotechnology, commercial, office, industrial, and mixed-use developments. Planning and civil engineering are closely integrated for a comprehensive interdisciplinary team approach to a project’s design.

Latitude 33 offers a full benefit package including medical and dental insurance, Life and LTD insurance, 4 ½ day workweek, 401k matching and a Profit Sharing Plan.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please forward a cover letter and your resume to Lat33jobs@latitude33.com

Land Use Planner Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP - Los Angeles, CA

Land Use Planner

Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP

Professional Area: 

Land-Use Management and Code Enforcement

Experience: 

7-10 years

Contact person: 

Sharon Lombardi

Phone: 

213-617-5568

Fax: 

213-617-5584

Email: 

hr.la@sheppardmullin.com

Website: 

http://sheppardmullin.com

Location: 

Los Angeles, CA

Sheppard Mullin’s Los Angeles Real Estate, Land Use and Environmental Practice Group is seeking an Urban Planner to join its team of land use and real estate attorneys in Los Angeles. Responsibilities will include assisting in a wide range of land use planning and development projects for public and private sector clients, inclusive of the preparation of entitlement applications, California Environmental Quality Act documents, specific plans and other long- range planning documents. The Planner will also have an opportunity to present projects before state and local government agencies. Strong verbal and written communication skills are required. A minimum of 3 to 10 years of private or public sector experience is required and the ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in urban planning. Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter and writing sample to Alfred Fraijo by email at afraijo@sheppardmullin.com. Starting salary will be competitive and depend on the candidate’s experience.

Learn more about the firm at www.sheppardmullin.com

Transportation/Land Use Planner, Nortern Middlesex Council of Governments - Lowell, MA

Transportation/Land Use Planner

Nortern Middlesex Council of Governments

Professional Area: 

Transportation Planning

Experience: 

1-3 years

Contact person: 

Beverly Woods

Phone: 

978-454-8021 ext 120

Fax: 

978-454-8023

Email: 

bwoods@nmcog.org

Website: 

http://www.nmcog.org

Location: 

Lowell, MA

Northern Middlesex Council of Governments (NMCOG), a Lowell-based regional planning agency, is accepting applications for the position of Transportation/Land Use Planner.

A complete job description and the required minimum qualifications can found on the agency’s website: www.nmcog.org.

Please email cover letter and resume by October 16, 2015 to Beverly Woods atbwoods@nmcog.org or send by conventional mail to: NMCOG, 40 Church Street, Suite 200, Lowell, MA 01852.

NMCOG is an AA/EOE.