Hybrid Community Development & Planning Specialist

Community Affairs, Department of; United States; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Department of Community Affairs is searching for an Atlanta-based Community Development & Planning Specialist to lead the office’s educational programs and outreach, coordinating workshops and training sessions for local governments. The role requires deep knowledge of comprehensive planning and strong collaboration with partner organizations.

The position emphasizes travel throughout the state, engagement with cities and counties, and the delivery of high‑quality reports and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field AND one year of experience at the lower level PRGM Consultant 1 or equivalent.
• Experience with local government planning processes and comprehensive plans.
• Strong writing and presentation skills, with public speaking comfort.

Responsibilities

• Oversee program coordination and workshop logistics for the Community Planning Institute.
• Coordinate educational offerings and outreach functions for the office.
• Serve as liaison between program staff and cities, counties, regional commissions, and authorities.
• Travel across the state to support outreach events and trainings.

Skills

Comprehensive planning

Public administration

Public policy

Workshop coordination

Public speaking

Excel data analysis

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Team coordination

Travel required

Education

Master's degree in related field

Urban/Regional Planning

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Georgia Department of Community Affairs is searching for an Atlanta-based Community Development & Planning Specialist to lead the office’s educational programs and outreach, coordinating workshops and training sessions for local governments. The role requires deep knowledge of comprehensive planning and strong collaboration with partner organizations.

The position emphasizes travel throughout the state, engagement with cities and counties, and the delivery of high‑quality reports and