Senior Land Use Planner

Job Summary

In this role, you will work as a member of the Community Planning team under a Manager or Principal on a variety of planning projects. Duties will include project management support, leading client communications, facilitating meetings, preparing and delivering reports, memos, applications, and presentations, conducting research, and coordinating with co-workers, clients, project team members, and regulatory agencies on scheduling and deliverables. In addition, you will plan and implement public engagement activities and create informative, attractive, and easy-to-read materials to communicate complex ideas.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Geography, or a related field
  • At least five years of experience in the planning field
  • Experience in project coordination
  • Excellent verbal, written, and web-based communication skills
  • Experience facilitating meetings
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Understanding of land use policy and the ability to interpret and apply comprehensive plans and development codes

 

  • Ability to assist with code audits and code writing
  • Knowledge of public engagement programs, including outreach to diverse communities through interviews, focus groups, questionnaires, public events, and advisory committee meetings
  • Experience conducting research and preparing reports on land use, housing, physical, social, and economic issues
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and work with multiple project managers

Desired Experience and Skills

  • Graduate degree in Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or related field
  • Knowledge of Oregon and/or Washington Statewide Planning Systems
  • Ability to read and interpret development plans
  • Graphic design skills
  • Familiarity with ArcGIS and Bluebeam Revu

Salary Range

$75,000 – $90,000 depending on experience

How to Apply

To be considered, please submit a detailed resume showing all employment and volunteer activities to careers@3j-consulting.com.

Multicultural and multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. 3J Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to build a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and celebrate the value of having a diverse voice for our team, projects, and clients. At this time, we are only able to consider candidates who are able to work in the United States.