Job Description
Job Description
The Planning Group of Poulos & Bennett, LLC is actively seeking a highly organized Land Use/Urban Planner for immediate employment. This position will support multi-disciplinary land use planning projects for private and public clients. General work involves conceptual and site plan development and review assistance complying with state and local land development regulations. Considerable independent judgment and initiative are required in carrying out position objectives within the framework of established policies and regulations, as well as utilizing best planning principles and practices.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Provide research support, including interpretation and application of jurisdictional policies, codes and requirements, for due diligence and entitlement-related projects, such as annexations, comprehensive plan amendments, and rezoning applications.
Presents analysis and recommendations on land use cases to advisory board(s) and City Council based on consistency with the Comprehensive Plan and other ordinances.
Provide internal technical assistance
Provide production support, including written reports and data analysis, in the preparation of planning and permitting documents and deliverables to clients.
Assist with client and jurisdiction meetings and workshops including preparation of agendas, presentations, and meeting minutes.
Accurate and timely submittal of planning and permitting application packages for jurisdictional review, including tracking of applications through the review process and preparation of responses to staff comments.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning with 4+ years of relevant planning experience or a Master's Degree in Urban Planning or a related field with 2 years of relevant planning experience.
Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required
Detail oriented and able to closely follow instructions and direction
Skilled in coordinating multiple projects
Demonstrated problem-solving abilities
Highly organized with the ability to manage priorities effectively
Excellent writing and communication skills
Knowledge of Urban Planning Principles and Applications
Knowledge of GIS Principles, Applications, and Software
Preferred Qualifications
Above average skills using Adobe products, ArcGIS and/or Autodesk products
Ability to work in a high-paced environment with a sense of urgency
A consultative, service-oriented mindset and collaborative problem-solving skills
Demonstrated experience in code-related research and analysis
Understanding of current planning concepts (e.g., Form Based Code, Transit Oriented Design, Missing Middle Housing, Smart Growth, Sustainable Development)
AICP Certification
Company Description Poulos & Bennett, LLC was founded in March 2009 to fill the need for high quality civil engineering services based on responsible design, an innovative approach, and comprehensive engineering principles
With a combined 33 years experience, partners Jamie T. Poulos, P.E. and R. Lance Bennett, P.E. perceived the need for a company that, while armed with the experience and expertise to develop sound projects, also fosters a culture of service in which team members take ownership in the success of every client.
Company Description
Poulos & Bennett, LLC was founded in March 2009 to fill the need for high quality civil engineering services based on responsible design, an innovative approach, and comprehensive engineering principles\r\rWith a combined 33 years experience, partners Jamie T. Poulos, P.E. and R. Lance Bennett, P.E. perceived the need for a company that, while armed with the experience and expertise to develop sound projects, also fosters a culture of service in which team members take ownership in the success of every client.
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