Principal Planner - Placemaking + Resilience

Description

• Leads multi-disciplinary/large programs
• Mentors experienced staff
• Directs strategies, complex negotiations, and complex projects/initiatives
• Oversees staff scheduling and QA/QC systems

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Planning, Public Administration, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Architecture, or related field
• 12+ years
• Recognized leader
• AICP, ENV, PLA, AIA, CNU-A, LEED, or other job-related certification required
• Proven business development and financial stewardship

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
• Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Engaged leadership in a related professional organization, especially the American Planning Association or similar organization, encouraged. Professional organization leadership roles, speaking engagements, and thought leadership opportunities encouraged.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance