Senior Planner
LaBella Associates · Richmond, VA · 3 wk ago
On-siteConsultingFull-time
Responsibilities
- Preparing reports and analyses including comprehensive plans, land use studies, and neighborhood/downtown revitalization strategies
- Leading and facilitating public meetings, workshops, and engagement events to gather meaningful community input
- Drafting and updating zoning ordinances, subdivision regulations, and other land use tools
- Preparing and administering grant applications to support municipal projects and programs
- Managing projects, including scheduling, budgets, deliverables, and municipal client communications
- Building and maintaining municipal client relationships, including preparation of proposals and presentations to boards and councils
Requirements
- Masters in Planning, public administration, or a related field and 5-10 years of experience. Candidates with a bachelor's degree will also be considered
- AICP preferred or on track to achieve certification
- Broad understanding of the principles and practices of municipal planning, zoning, and public engagement
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with ability to present to elected officials, boards, and the public
- Strong presentation/facilitation skills
- Graphic and visualization skills to support plans and engagement
- Self-motivated with an eagerness to learn
- Outgoing personality and ability to work effectively with diverse community stakeholders
Qualifications
Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella's benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being.
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Health/Dental Insurance
- 401k Plan with Employer Match
- Paid Parental Leave
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Time Off
- Ledgership Development Program
- Fitnes Reimbursement
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Referral Bonus Program
- Wellness Program
- Team Building Events
- Community Service Events
Benefits
LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside.
Schedule
Flexible Work Schedule
Pay
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