COORDINATING PLANNER

City of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Chicago is seeking a Coordinating Planner to manage urban development and revitalization planning projects of a complex nature within the Chicago Department of Aviation. The role may also serve as a senior technical expert in specialized planning initiatives and oversee consulting teams.

The position requires a Master’s degree in a related field and at least five years of experience in major planning studies, including supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Environmental Planning, or a directly related field.
• Five years of work experience in development and management of major planning or research studies, including two years in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Plans and manages the full scope of planning studies including design, data collection and implementation of recommendations.
• Establishes and monitors work objectives and timelines of planning projects and oversees private consultants in the conduct of planning studies.
• Participates in and coordinates the collection and analysis of planning data.
• Summarizes and formats collected data and prepares reports for senior management’s review.
• Coordinates minor planning activities and projects for airside, terminal, and/or land use planning elements of both MDW and ORD airports.
• Evaluates airport planning projects that affect airport operations, ensuring compliance with City of Chicago, FAA, and other standards.
• Apply airport planning principles to coordinate stakeholder engagement regarding airfield improvements, operational/capacity improvements, capital planning updates, and aviation facility development.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and deliverables including illustrations, tables, and drawings to communicate complex technical ideas.

Skills

Project management

Urban planning

Data analysis

Education

Master's degree or higher in Urban Planning/Transportation/Environmental Planning

Job description

Job Description - COORDINATING PLANNER (417116)

Job Description

COORDINATING PLANNER

Job Number:

417116

Description

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

COORDINATING PLANNER

CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION

Number of Positions: 1

Under direction, functions as a project manager responsible for coordinating urban development and revitalization planning projects of a complex nature OR as a senior level, technical expert engaged in researching and managing specialized planning initiatives, and performs related duties as required

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Plans and manages the full scope of planning studies including the design, data collection and implementation of recommendations.
• Establishes and monitors work objectives and timelines of planning projects and oversees private consultants in the conduct of planning studies.
• Participates in and coordinates the collection and analysis of planning data.
• Summarizes and formats collected data and prepares reports for senior management’s review.
• Coordinates minor planning activities and projects for airside, terminal, and/or land use planning elements of both MDW and ORD airports.
• Evaluates airport planning projects that affect airport operations assuring compliance with City of Chicago, Federal Aviation Administration, and other federal, state, and local standards and regulations.
• Apply airport planning principles to coordinate stakeholder engagement regarding airfield improvements, operational/capacity improvements, capital planning updates, and/or aviation facility development.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and deliverables including illustrations, tables, and drawings to communicate complex technical ideas through a graphical and visual approach for a wide range of airport Stakeholders.
• Research and analyze trends and best practices related to airport planning.
• Demonstrate strong numeric analytical competence and strategic thinking capability.
• Coordinate documentation, justifications and other pertinent resources that support new airport development and projects.
• Develop and maintain an organized systematic and prioritized approach for potential project scopes for a Capital Improvement Programs.
• Conduct and guide various internal and external meetings.
• Draft submittal, letters, and reports as necessary related to planning projects, issues or concerns.
• Respond to inquiries from other departments, agencies, developers, tenants, interest groups, and the public regarding airport planning issues or related matters.
• Attend various hearings, public meetings, or events that support planning projects and current work.
• Perform other similar duties as directed by the Director of Planning or other Senior Management.
• Perform other duties as required.

Additional duties may be required for this position

Days: MONDAY-FRIDAY

Hours: 8:30AM to 4:30PM

THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree or higher in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Environmental Planning, or a directly related field, PLUS five (5) years of work experience in the development and management of major planning or research studies, of which two (2) years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position

The candidate selected for hire must pass an airport background check and a Security Threat Assessment (STA).

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

This position requires applicants to complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. The ordinances provide a preference to applicants who meet minimum qualifications and who are veterans of the Armed Forces, and/or residents of Socio‑Economically Disadvantaged Areas (SEDA) and/or Chicago Public School (CPS) high school graduates to be referred to departments for consideration. These hiring preferences do not apply to bidders, as Collective Bargaining Agreements define the hiring process for bidders. Bidders will be considered before external candidates.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly, and Fair ChanceEmployer.

City of Chicago

Job Posting

Job Posting: Aug 5, 2026, 5:00:00 AM | Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External : Aug 20, 2026, 4:59:00 AM