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SAFEbuilt · 5 hours ago

Planner I Hybrid

United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$60K/yr - $70K/yr

1+ years exp

SAFEbuilt is a company that provides Community Development services and values the integrity and professionalism of its employees. The Planner I role involves assisting city and county planning departments with various planning tasks, reviewing site plans, and conducting research for comprehensive plans, while being mentored by experienced planners.

CommunitiesConstructionTransportation

Responsibilities

Assist city and county planning departments with current and long-range planning tasks

Review site plans, zoning requests, and administrative applications

Provide public counter services and respond to community inquiries

Conduct research for comprehensive plan and code updates

Prepare and present staff reports and recommendations to boards and commissions

Build collaborative relationships with municipal staff and colleagues

Qualification

PlanningZoning practiceReading site plansStatistical knowledge applicationMicrosoft Office proficiencyAdobe Suite proficiencyGIS familiarityCustomer service commitmentSecond language proficiencyEffective communicationAttention to detailTeam-oriented mindset

Required

Assist city and county planning departments with current and long-range planning tasks

Review site plans, zoning requests, and administrative applications

Provide public counter services and respond to community inquiries

Conduct research for comprehensive plan and code updates

Prepare and present staff reports and recommendations to boards and commissions

Build collaborative relationships with municipal staff and colleagues

Understanding basic planning and zoning practice along with the ability to review plans and apply provisions of the ordinances and codes to determine compliance with such regulations

Reading and interpreting site plans, floor plans, elevations, and sections. Ability to understand and apply dimensional scales as it applies to development review

Writing and communicating effectively

The application of statistical, algebraic, or geometric knowledge to practical situations

Working with computer hardware and software programs, which may include the Microsoft Office suite, the Adobe suite, Internet applications, GIS, desktop plan review software, and electronic permitting systems

Being able to positively interact with the other team members, the general public, contractors, governmental entities, and other clientele

Demonstrating specific attention to detail

Bachelor's degree in urban planning, architecture, geography, or a related field

1–3 years of experience in public or private sector planning (internships count)

Strong written, verbal, and visual communication skills

Curiosity, initiative, and a genuine interest in community development

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite; familiarity with GIS or electronic permitting is a plus

A team-oriented mindset and commitment to excellent customer service