Planner

About Us

At RVi, we advocate for nature, inspire creativity, tell captivating stories, and forge strong relationships to create places with staying power. We’re process-oriented and results-driven. Our design is grounded in data, inspired by culture, and committed to responsible stewardship. Through creative strategy and design, we lead integrated teams to envision the world’s next great communities, public places, campuses, and hospitality experiences.

About the Role

The Planning Associate will support the Project Manager/Director and the project team by assisting with the coordination of public-sector consulting and privately initiated development applications in multiple jurisdictions throughout Arizona – including Rezonings, Annexations, Comprehensive Plan Amendments, Special Exceptions, Variances, and Due Diligence reports. Responsibilities include performing administrative duties such as coordinating submittals, ensuring delivery to various jurisdictions, requesting information from local governments, and scheduling meetings. The role also involves project-related research, preparing written materials, assisting with monthly updates to Project Schedules, and tracking project deadlines and milestones. Additionally, the Planning Associate will assist other departments through coordination of permit submittal packages, zoning research, and other administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Understand project scope and coordinate with team members to provide regular updates.
• Conduct due diligence for projects by gathering current and historical data from multiple reference sources (e.g., zoning ordinances, master plans, existing drawings).
• Review findings with the Project Manager/Director and project team members.
• Apply land and site planning procedures and regulations, including RVi standard guidelines as well as local and state guidelines.
• Follow RVi QA/QC Manual, protocols, and established standards to ensure product quality and uphold RVi’s reputation.
• Meet or exceed designated chargeability and hours worked, contributing to team-driven results.
• Maintain strong oral and written communication skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university in Urban & Regional Planning, Public Administration, Geography, Landscape Architecture, or a closely-related field of study.
• Zero to three (0-3) years of practical experience as a planner or in a related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work within a fast-paced team environment.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and creative skills.
• Aptitude for independent research and problem-solving.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Proficiency in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Adobe Photoshop, and InDesign is preferred but not required.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Occasional movement inside the office to access file cabinets, printers, etc., as well as on job sites.
• Constant operation of a computer and other office productivity machinery.
• Frequent communication with other office staff.
• Occasional attendance at offsite meetings.

Cultural Fit

• Independent yet collaborative.
• Dependable and flexible.
• Creative problem solver.
• Natural communicator.
• Results-oriented and enthusiastic.
• Client-focused.

Benefits

Work/Life

• Generous Paid Time Off.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Flexible work schedules available for some positions.
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers based on travel preferences.

Compensation

• Competitive compensation packages.
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses, and peer recognition awards.
• 401K match — 1:1 up to 4% of compensation.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Student Loan Repayment.
• Paid Licensing/Certification Fees and Renewals.
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure.
• Employee Referral bonuses.
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement (e.g., gym memberships, fitness trackers, home gym equipment).
• Dependent Care Match.

Wellness

• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP) coverage.
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits.
• Pet Insurance.
• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options.
• Employer-paid Long-Term Disability (LTD), Short-Term Disability (STD), and life insurance.
• MetLife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness.
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services.

Fair Labor Standards Act: Exempt – Overtime Pay is not required.