City Planner 2

Austin Community College; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health care

Professional growth opportunities

Vibrant work environment

Job summary

Austin Community College is seeking a city planner to conduct comprehensive research and provide planning recommendations. Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and have two years of experience in city planning or community engagement.

As part of a vibrant team dedicated to enhancing Philadelphia, you'll contribute significantly to community projects and work closely with senior planners.

The position offers benefits that include healthcare and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a planning-related field.
• Two years of city planning experience or community engagement experience.
• Certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed research and analysis for planning projects.
• Make planning recommendations based on complex project elements.
• Perform work under the supervision of a higher-level city planner.

Skills

City planning

Community engagement

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a planning related field

Job description

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Apply to this opportunity here: www.phila.gov/jobs

All applications will be accepted from 6/8/2026 to 6/21/2026.

As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What we offer

• Impact – The work you do here matters to millions.
• Growth – Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it?
• Diversity & Inclusion – Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
• Benefits – We care about your well‑being.

General Job Description

This is planning work at the full performance level in the area of specialty. Work involves conducting detailed research and analysis and making planning recommendations. This class differs from the next lower-level class in the series in the responsibility for planning and in the complexity of the elements of large projects or smaller self-contained projects, which require the exercise of a high degree of independent judgment. Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher-level city planner.

Requirements

Education: Completion of a bachelor's degree program at an accredited college or university in a planning related field*.

General Experience: Two years of technical city planning experience in the area of assignment.

OR two years of community engagement experience performing strategic development and design, project management or facilitating process improvements for underrepresented or underdeveloped communities or community groups.

Note: Completion of a two-year master's degree program from an accredited college or university in architecture, urban design, or landscape architecture meets all requirements for the urban design specialty or in any planning-related field* for the general specialty.

Note: Certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners meets the education and experience requirements for both specialties.

The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is April Graham. You can contact April at [e-mail].

The City of Philadelphia is a qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Learn more at https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.

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