Senior Planner

G70

$70K — $112K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS/BA in environmental planning, urban planning, environmental science, engineering, or equivalent degree.
  • Master's degree preferred; relevant experience may substitute for education.
  • 6+ years of experience, with at least 4 years in Hawaii planning processes and regulations.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, with required writing samples during interviews.
  • Ability to analyze complex technical information and regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct technical writing and analysis for environmental assessments and EIS documents.
  • Prepare and assist with land use permit applications for government agencies.
  • Develop land use master plans, including research compilation and report data evaluation.
  • Identify regulatory requirements for specific projects.
  • Support community involvement initiatives and programs.
  • Participate in presentations for community, clients, government, and project teams.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on diverse environmental and land planning projects.
  • Engagement in community involvement programs.
  • Collaboration with a dedicated team of professionals in the field.
  • Development of extensive technical writing and project management skills.
Full Job Description
Description

Requirements

Position Summary: Serve as Senior Planner for environmental and land planning assignments responsible for the preparation of master plans, land use permit applications, and environmental assessment/EIS documents. Assists in project management including budget and timeline

Essential Duties (Major Responsibilities/Activities)

Responsible for:

  • Technical writing, analysis and interpretation for environmental assessments, EIS and related reports in compliance with HRS Chapter 343 and NEPA requirements.
  • Preparation of land use permit application materials, and assistance filing with government agencies.
  • Prepare land use master plan materials, including (collection of research materials and compile report data, evaluation of research materials for applicability, preparation of graphic concepts, and coordination report completion, production and distribution).
  • Determination of regulatory requirements for specific projects.
  • Support and participate in community involvement programs.
  • Participation in community, client, government and project team presentations.

Ability to:

  • Traverse off island for periodic site visits and meetings
  • Traverse uneven terrain and walk through project sites
  • Lift 15 pounds


Minimum Qualification Requirements

To perform successfully in this position, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties above in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

  • Qualified candidates must have a BS/BA in environmental planning, urban planning, environmental science, engineering and/or equivalent degree.
  • Master's degree preferred, relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the degree.
  • 6+ years of experience strongly preferred with at least 4 years of recent work experience in Hawaii planning processes and regulations.

Skills/Knowledge

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills. Writing samples will be required at time of interview.
  • Ability to understand, analyze and process complex technical information and materials.
  • Can conduct direct source research techniques, including technical reference documents, government regulations and maps.
  • Coordinate effectively with government representatives, project consultants and client representatives.
  • Proactively engage with Principals and G70 team members to drive progress on tasks.
  • Ability to use of sound discretion and independent judgment.
  • Self-motivated/self-directed.


Compensation: $70,000 - $112,750

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