Environmental Planning Analyst

Kimley-Horn; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement match

Health coverage

Paid time off

Student loan matching

Tuition reimbursement

Family benefits

Job summary

Kimley-Horn's Salt Lake City office is seeking an Environmental Planner with 2+ years of experience to join our Environmental Planning team. This is not a remote position.

You will prepare Environmental Quality Act documents, support master and specific plans, and collaborate with project managers across transportation, land use, and development projects. Strong writing and GIS skills are important for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Degree in environmental planning or a closely related field.
• At least 2+ years of experience conducting environmental studies for local agencies and private entities.
• AICP certification is preferred.
• Experience with a wide range of tasks related to environmental planning.
• Knowledge of NEPA compliance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Environmental Quality Act documents, environmental impact reports, and related declarations.
• Assist in Specific Plans, Master Plans, and other planning documents for infill and land development projects.
• Support project managers and collaborate with team members.
• Gain expertise in sustainability, climate action planning, ENVISION, LEED, and Salmon-Safe.
• Handle environmental clearance for local comprehensive plans and land use planning.
• Work on infrastructure projects across transportation, transit, land planning, and aviation.

Skills

GIS/ArcView

Strong writing skills

Strong verbal skills

Education

Bachelors or Masters in EnvironmentalPlanning (or related)

AICP Certification Preferred

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn's Salt Lake City, Utah (UT) office is seeking a Environmental Planner with 2+ years of experience to join their Environmental Planning team! This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Environmental Quality Act documents, environmental impact reports, and negative and mitigated negative declarations
• Assist in Specific Plans, Master Plans, and other environmental or planning policy documents in support of a full range of infill and/or land development related projects
• Perform a variety of tasks, supporting various project managers and collaborating with team members.
• Will likely gain expertise in: Sustainability, climate action planning, ENVISION, LEED, and Salmon-Safe
• Environmental clearance associated with local comprehensive plans/local land use planning
• Working with infrastructure projects from across industries such as transportation, transit, land planning, aviation

Qualifications

• Degree (Bachelors or Masters) in EnvironmentalPlanning (or other degree applicable to the planning field)
• 2+ years ofexperience conducting environmental studies for local agencies and private entities
• American Institute of Certified Planner (AICP) Certification Preferred
• Experience with a wide range of tasks related to environmental planning
• Understanding of the agencies involved with the Environmental Quality Act process as well as the state's Land Planning Law
• Experience with NEPA compliance is a plus
• Strong writing/verbal skills
• Working knowledge of GIS/ArcView
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• Positive attitude and a strong work ethic
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines
• Detail-oriented team player with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
• Ability to work independently and as a team

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune "100 Best Companies to Work" list for 19 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.