Are you seeking a career where you can foster a positive working environment and enhance employee relations? Do you possess flexibility, proactivity, approachability, a knack for problem-solving, and a good sense of humor? If so, you’ve found the right place!
 

Wood Rodgers, a leading engineering consulting firm, is hiring an assistant planner to join our Planning Department Team.  We believe planning involves all aspects of improving our communities from land development to transportation, parks and recreation to the environment. The ideal candidate will collaborate on a variety of development and master planning projects. Candidates can anticipate working on both private land development projects and public planning projects. Working with land development clients our Team will assist with the project from concept design to public approvals on a variety of residential, commercial, and industrial projects in urban and suburban settings. Our Team assists public agencies from Cities and Counties to Regional Planning and Transportation agencies working to develop community wide master plans, corridor plans, trail plans, parks/recreation plans, and many other community planning projects. Future Team members can anticipate collaborating and guiding our clients through the public engagement process providing both in-person and virtual engagement opportunities.

This is a staffed, hourly, non-exempt position.

What you'll be doing

• Site research and gathering of relevant regulatory documents.
• Technical research, data gathering and analysis.
• Work with Wood Rodgers GIS team on mapping and data analysis. 
• Create graphics and assemble presentations for clients and/or agencies.
• Prepare conceptual site plans (desired, not required).
• Complete application forms, zoning reports, letters, and other planning related documents.
• Assist with assembling public planning reports and other technical documents.
• Collaborate with landscape architects, transportation professionals, and other planning and engineering staff to help create opportunities for project enhancements
• Assist with Public Outreach for various projects

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor or master’s degree in City or Urban Planning, Geography, Political Science, Landscape Architecture, or other degree applicable to the planning field.
• 1-5 years of professional work experience in the field, or a related field.
• Strong visualization and graphic design skills.
• Knowledge of urban planning, site design, land use and zoning.
• Proficient MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite and GIS; AutoCAD experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interaction with staff, clients, and agencies.
• Experience with technical report writing.
• Self-driven and eager to learn new skills and meet client deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as a team. 

A note on hourly pay ranges
 
The range does not reflect geographic variations and may fluctuate above or below the stated amount. Offers will be based on several factors, including experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, training, and location. Base pay is just one part of the comprehensive compensation package offered by Wood Rodgers. If you feel you meet the requirements but may be outside of the pay range, please apply anyway and let’s talk through it. 

How we elevate your game

• A Unique Culture: An engineering firm that doesn’t feel like one. We are inventors that ask, “why not?” with leadership that empowers employees to grow, challenge convention, and develop creative solutions. We throw big parties, get random days off, and constantly are shown how the company reinvests in our employees rather than corporate bottom-lines.  These all help build a great culture, but at the core are great people; people who want to learn, teach, help, and collaborate.
• Teamwork: experience what being a part of the Wood Rodgers family feels like. Be inspired by your leaders, be encouraged and cheered on by your teammates to live a big life, personally and professionally, while you work with us. Visit our website to get a feel or check us out on social media @woodrodgersinc!
• Learning + Development: take on leadership development programs and goal setting to create big possibilities for your career and life. Develop within the company; be mentored and grow to your potential as a leader from the minute you’re hired.

About Wood Rodgers

At the core of our organizational ethos lies a straightforward yet powerful philosophy:  we believe in assembling a dynamic team of individuals who bring diverse perspectives and unwavering passion to the table.  Our commitment extends beyond mere recruitment; we are dedicated to nurturing and perpetuating a legacy company.  This endeavor is fueled by a collective sense of identity that binds us together, coupled with a robust company culture that serves as the bedrock of our shared values and aspirations.