Urban Planning Specialist

Genesee County, MI; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesee County, MI is seeking an Urban/Regional Planner to perform professional planning duties, assist in writing reports, and help with data collection under supervision. A Lead Planner may provide direction.

Responsibilities include master plan and zoning reviews, drafting planning documents, and coordinating with residents, governments, and non-profit groups. Proficiency in GIS and planning software is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in planning or related field; master's may substitute.
• Completion of Bachelor's within six months of employment.
• Bachelor's plus two years' professional planning experience in public/private/non-profit.

Responsibilities

• Complete master plan and zoning reviews.
• Assist with drafting planning documents.
• Assist with project eligibility determinations.
• Assist with projects carried out by organizations and local governments; complete federal reviews, master plan and zoning reviews.
• Develop presentation materials and attend meetings with community groups and officials.
• Draft recommendations for projects and studies.
• Collaborate with residents and stakeholders; use GIS and related software.

Skills

Public planning experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Urban/Regional Planning or related field

Master's degree may substitute for Bachelor's

Tools

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Modeling software

Word processing / Spreadsheets / Databases

Job description

Genesee County, MI is seeking an Urban/Regional Planner to perform professional planning duties, assist in writing reports, and help with data collection under supervision. A Lead Planner may provide direction.

Responsibilities include master plan and zoning reviews, drafting planning documents, and coordinating with residents, governments, and non-profit groups. Proficiency in GIS and planning software is expected.