Lead Community Planner II: Shape Growing Communities

Bolton & Menk, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Employee ownership (ESOP)

401(k) Match Program

Paid time off

Health insurance

Job summary

Bolton & Menk, Inc. seeks a Community Planner II to lead planning studies, land development reviews, and entitlement efforts from concept through implementation. You will analyze data, develop clear and visually compelling reports, and translate complex planning topics into actionable solutions.

You will also guide client-facing work, lead presentations, facilitate meetings, and engage with community members, officials, developers, and partners to move projects forward. Duluth or St.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Public Policy, or related field from an accredited college or university with 4 years of progressive planning experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) preferred, but not required.
• Thorough knowledge and skills in GIS and its planning uses preferred, but not required.
• General knowledge in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong skills in client needs assessment, meeting quality standards for service, and evaluation of client satisfaction.
• Possess a valid driver’s license as travel to various facilities and job sites may be required.

Responsibilities

• Guide planning studies, land development reviews, and entitlement efforts from concept through implementation.
• Analyze data, develop clear and visually compelling reports, and turn complex planning topics into practical, actionable solutions.
• Lead presentations, facilitate meetings, and engage directly with community members, public officials, developers, and project partners to build alignment and move projects forward.
• Deepen experience in land use and project communication while taking on greater ownership and visibility across projects.
• Contribute to long range planning and comprehensive plans for clients.

Skills

Client needs assessment

Public engagement

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Public Policy, or related field

AICP certification (preferred)

Tools

GIS

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Bolton & Menk, Inc. seeks a Community Planner II to lead planning studies, land development reviews, and entitlement efforts from concept through implementation. You will analyze data, develop clear and visually compelling reports, and translate complex planning topics into actionable solutions.

You will also guide client-facing work, lead presentations, facilitate meetings, and engage with community members, officials, developers, and partners to move projects forward. Duluth or St.