Entry-level Planner

Job Description

PlaceWorks has an immediate need for a full-time, entry-level planner in the Bay Area to join our Planning team. We are looking for an individual with 1 - 4 years of professional experience related to planning (including through an internship or fellowship), who is creative, outgoing, self-starting, and passionate about helping shape and improve communities through their work. We work in a wide array of communities throughout California, and we encourage diverse candidates from non-traditional backgrounds to apply.

Working in a collaborative and casual work environment under the guidance of skilled project managers and other senior staff, this planner will assist project teams by applying planning knowledge and technical skills to contribute to the successful completion of projects at a variety of scales, often working concurrently on more than one project. Typical projects of our planning practice include general and specific plans, master plans, zoning, housing policy, urban revitalization/infill, and local/regional transportation plans, as well as community engagement.

You’re most likely a fit if:

• You love planning for the future of communities and making a difference with your work.
• You can work both independently and in a highly collaborative environment, including a virtual, work from home environment when needed.
• You have strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills and aren’t afraid to ask questions.
• You have excellent writing, formatting, and proofreading skills and are detail-oriented.
• Supporting authentic engagement with diverse communities excites you, and you’re willing to jump in to help with outreach efforts. You may be asked to coordinate events or meetings, prepare and assemble materials/supplies, and talk to community members virtually and/or in person.
• You can support and be part of virtual engagement events through platforms like Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and similar.
• You’re able to attend and travel to client meetings and community workshops which may occur on weekday nights and weekends.
• You have an interest in transportation networks and the relationship to land use, safety, equity, and climate change.
• You have professional acumen to cultivate working relationships with clients, community-based organizations, and other firms.
• You enjoy using your technical skills to create graphics, maps, plan documents, proposals, and presentations that communicate ideas simply and clearly.
• You enjoy analyzing and compiling research and data as required by a project.
• You can manage your time to produce final project documents and products by stated deadlines. You can work effectively on multiple projects at once.
• You’re interested in assisting with marketing, business development, and proposal efforts for planning and outreach work.
• You have a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in urban or regional planning, or related field.
• You are proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• You’re experienced with ArcGIS and Adobe Creative Suite (not required, but these skills are a huge plus!)
• You have a current and valid driver’s license, proof of automobile insurance, and acceptable MVR to drive on Company business for performing site visits and attending meetings.

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $38.00 per hour, dependent upon experience and other relevant factors.