Associate Planner

Internetwork Expert; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Profit sharing

401k

Generous paid time off

Flexible schedules

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Internetwork Expert is seeking an Associate Planner to manage various planning projects in San Francisco, California. The role includes responsibilities such as development review, policy analysis, and providing guidance on planning policies and regulations.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning or a related field and three years of experience in a public agency. The position offers a salary range of $83,000 to $106,000 and benefits like paid time off and flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Geography, Environmental Science, or a closely related field.
• Three (3) years of professional planning experience in a public agency setting.
• Valid California Class C driver’s license and an acceptable driver’s record required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and manages planning projects.
• Develops and implements planning plans related to citywide initiatives.
• Prepares and updates General Plan elements.
• Reviews development applications for compliance.
• Provides professional planning guidance to stakeholders.
• Facilitates public meetings and prepares presentations.
• Conducts research and analysis of planning projects.
• Coordinates environmental review activities.

Skills

Municipal planning principles

Zoning and land use regulations

Environmental review knowledge

Effective communication

Collaborative work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning or related field

Job description

BKF is a multi-service infrastructure consulting firm providing civil engineering, construction management, environmental, planning, and surveying services across California, the Pacific Northwest, and beyond. With offices throughout California and the Portland area, BKF has served transportation, water resources, land development, government, and federal clients for over 110 years.

At BKF, you’ll find a unique opportunity to grow your career with intention. Our culture values professional autonomy, innovation, and meaningful collaboration across offices. We are proud to be recognized with the Great Place to Work certification for the second year in a row.

The Associate Planner supports public- and agency-based planning efforts by managing a variety of current and long-range planning projects. This role assists with development review, policy analysis, and plan preparation; coordinates with multiple agencies and stakeholders; and provides professional planning guidance related to zoning, land use, and environmental regulations. The Associate Planner contributes to General Plan, Zoning Code, ordinance updates, specialized planning initiatives, conducts research, analysis, and prepares reports and presentations for public meetings and decision‑making bodies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and manages a range of planning projects and assignments, including multi‑agency and multi‑jurisdictional efforts, from initiation through completion
• Develops and implements long‑range and current planning plans, programs, goals, and policies related to citywide initiatives (e.g., transportation, housing, economic development, and sustainability)
• Prepares and updates elements of the General Plan and specialized plans; evaluates projects and program proposals for consistency with adopted plans, applicable regulations, and planning best practices
• Reviews development applications and entitlement requests (e.g., site plan/design review, conditional use permits, variances, rezoning requests) for compliance with zoning, subdivision, and municipal code requirements; coordinates review with other departments and agencies
• Provides professional planning guidance and customer service to residents, applicants, citizen groups, and other stakeholders regarding planning policies, processes, zoning and rezoning, ordinance updates, and applicable environmental regulations
• Facilitates public meetings, stakeholder workshops, and interdepartmental discussions; prepares and delivers presentations and represents the Department at Planning Commission and City Council meetings, as assigned
• Conducts research and analysis using maps, plans, reports, and surveys; interprets data to define issues, assess trends, develop alternatives, and make recommendations
• Coordinates environmental review activities (e.g., CEQA) for assigned projects, including preparing or overseeing technical studies and ensuring required findings, conditions, and mitigation measures are documented

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Geography, Environmental Science, or a closely related field
• Three (3) years of professional planning experience in a public agency setting or equivalent experience
• Valid California Class C driver’s license and an acceptable driver’s record are required.
• Knowledge of municipal planning principles, zoning and land use regulations, and environmental review requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written), facilitate meetings, and work collaboratively with internal staff, community members, and external agencies

Physical Demands: Must be able to regularly talk, hear and operate a computer, keyboard and mouse and occasionally lift, pull/push and carry up to 20 pounds with accommodations.

Work Conditions: Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds at a low or moderate level consistent with an office setting. Exposure to high‑stress, fast‑paced, deadline‑oriented environment. Travel to other BKF locations and client sites may be required.

• The typical base salary range for this position is $83,000.00 - $106,000.00, annualized depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is a salary position paid biweekly.
• Competitive salaries, profit sharing, and 401k.
• Generous paid time off packages.
• 9 Paid Holidays.
• Flexible schedules.
• Education reimbursement, Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations.
• BKF offers competitive and award‑winning benefits and perks. To learn more.

BKF provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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