Environmental Planning Analyst

Socket.dev; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Retirement Plan

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Time Off

Financial Wellness

Professional Development

Family-Friendly Benefits

Job summary

Kimley-Horn in Temecula, CA is seeking a recent graduate to join as an Environmental Planning Analyst in 2027. This is not a remote position and will involve supporting CEQA/NEPA documents and planning studies.

You will work with project teams on infill and land development, gain exposure to sustainability initiatives, and learn from senior planners. This entry-level role offers mentoring, a robust benefits package, and career growth.

Qualifications

• Degree in planning or related field by Summer 2027.
• Targeted majors include City and Regional Planning, Urban Planning, or Environmental Science/Sustainability/Management.
• Recent graduates entering the workforce through 2027.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing CEQA/NEPA documentation, impact reports, and declarations.
• Support Specific Plans, Master Plans, and related environmental or planning documents for infill or land development projects.
• Collaborate with project managers and team members to advance project goals.
• Gain exposure to sustainability, climate action planning, and related tools.

Education

City and Regional Planning

Urban Planning

Environmental Science/Sustainability/Management

Or Other Related Major

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn's Temecula, California (CA)office is seeking a recent grad to join as an Environmental Planning Analyst in 2027! This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

• Help 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
• Support various project managers and collaborating with team members.
• Will likely gain expertise in: CEQA/NEPA, 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

• A Planning Degree (Bachelors or Masters) from an accredited program by Summer of 2027 in these majors:
  • City and Regional Planning
  • Urban Planning
  • Environmental Science/Sustainability/Management
  • Or Other Related Major

Salary Range:

$87,500 - $91,000

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.