Professional Planner/AICP

Ardurra Group, Inc.$75K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of planning experience required
  • AICP certification is mandatory
  • Experience in municipal and regional planning, zoning, and community development projects
  • Strong analytical and project management skills
  • Ability to draft and critically analyze ordinances and regulations

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a client representative at evening meetings
  • Draft development review letters for municipal applications
  • Prepare and update municipal comprehensive and master plans
  • Review and recommend zoning amendments and rezoning proposals
  • Prepare Housing Element and Fair Share Plans
  • Conduct redevelopment investigations and plans
  • Carry out various research tasks for municipal clients

Benefits

  • Opportunity for independent project work
  • Engagement with diverse stakeholder groups
  • Occasional field work to enrich planning experience
  • Potential to develop leadership and facilitation skills
  • Work in a collaborative environment that values community enhancement
Full Job Description
The ideal candidate will have experience in municipal and regional planning, land use, zoning, and community development projects. This role involves preparing and reviewing planning studies, reports, and applications; providing technical guidance to clients and municipalities; and supporting public meetings and hearings. Strong communication, analytical, and project management skills are essential.

PRIMARY DUTIES:
  • Serve as client representative and attend evening meetings
  • Draft development review letters pertaining to various municipal development applications.
  • Prepare, amend, and update municipal comprehensive plans, master plans and reexamination reports
  • Review, evaluate and recommend zoning amendments and rezoning's
  • Prepare, amend, and update Housing Element and Fair Share Plans
  • Prepare redevelopment investigations and plans
  • Draft a variety of ordinances and regulations relating to development controls
  • Various research tasks as may be requested by municipal clients

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:
  • Well-developed knowledge of planning principles and practices
  • Working knowledge of the New Jersey Municipal Land Use Law. Knowledge of Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code a plus
  • Understanding of the NJ regulations including MLUL, LRHL, COAH
  • Knowledge of economic development, transportation planning, or environmental planning a plus
  • Strong writing, communication, and copy editing skills
  • Knowledge of computer software programs, including Microsoft Word and Excel. Knowing ArcPRO, SketchUP, and Adobe Creative Cloud a plus
  • Ability to critically analyze ordinances and codes and draft revisions
  • Ability to identify community problems, issues, and opportunities
  • Group facilitation and public engagement skills
  • Ability to multitask and deliver multiple projects on time and within budget.
  • Comfort level with presenting to various stakeholder groups.
  • Ability to complete tasks independently

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & LICENSES REQUIREMENTS:

Must have 10+ years of planning experience, AICP certification required.

In pursuit of PP certification

Competencies:
  • Client Focus
  • Developing Others
  • Fostering Communication & Collaboration
  • Leading Others
  • Managerial Courage

Working Environment/Physical Requirements:

Work is generally performed in an office or administrative setting but may include periodic field work. Field activities can involve exposure to varying weather conditions and typical outdoor hazards. The role requires minimal to moderate physical activity, such as occasional standing, walking, or lifting items up to 20 pounds, while most tasks remain focused on work at a keyboard, workstation, or desk.

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