AAHC Real Estate Development and Planning Specialist

City-of-Ann-Arbo; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 62,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, dental benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

City of Ann Arbor is seeking an AAHC Real Estate Development and Planning Specialist to manage development and capital projects, conducting research, due diligence, and preparing documents related to property acquisition, planning, zoning, brownfields, and grant applications.

You will review city, state, and federal ordinances and perform site inspections, supporting the Director of Housing and Economic Development and consultants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Environmental Planning, Architecture, Engineering, Real Estate, Public Administration or closely related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of research experience and 2 years of planning, zoning, business finance and/or real estate experience.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team with strong analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs development and capital project work including research, due diligence and creation of documents related to development such as property acquisition, planning, zoning, brownfield and grant applications.
• Prepares written project analyses and makes written recommendations; reviews relevant ordinances, codes, laws and programs.
• Conducts site inspections and assists the Director of Housing and Economic Development, Project Manager and consultants as required.

Skills

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

AAHC Real Estate Development and Planning Specialist

Requisition Number: AAHCP003200

• Posted : September 17, 2026
• Full-Time

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Description

AAHC Real Estate Development and Planning Specialist

Salary: $62,000 - $74,000 (salary will be commensurate with experience)

The City of Ann Arbor offers a competitive wage and benefits package including medical, vision, dental, paid vacation, sick and holiday leave.

Role Summary:

Performs a variety of development and capital project work of the AAHC including research, due diligence and creation of documents related to development such as property acquisition, planning, zoning, brownfield and other grant applications; prepares written project analyses and makes written recommendations; reviews and understands relevant city, state and federal ordinances, codes, laws, programs, etc.; conducts site inspections of existing and planned facilities; assists the Director of Housing and Economic Development, Construction Project Manager and various AAHC consultants as required and performs related work as required.

Education, Training and Experience Required at Entry:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Urban Planning, Environmental Planning, Architecture, Engineering, Business, Real Estate, Public Administration or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of research experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in planning, zoning, business finance, and/or real estate.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience utilizing analytical and organizational skills.
• The City of Ann Arbor will consider an alternative combination of education and work experience

Education, Training and Experience Preferred at Entry:

• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Real Estate, Planning, Architecture, Engineering or Public Administration or a closely related field
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• 2-5 years of experience in planning, zoning, business/finance, asset management, and/or real estate.
• 2 years of financial modeling and analysis experience.
• 1 year of experience working with boards and/or commissions.

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