Planner

TKDA
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)

Apr 30, 2025
We are hiring a Planner to join our Planning & Traffic team! You will tackle meaningful projects, collaborate with industry experts, and find ample opportunities for professional growth and development. You will support a mix of planning services related to land use and transportation, mentor graduate planners, and collaborate with expert professionals on a variety of small to large-scale projects. We offer an energizing work environment where our focus is to further advance and diversify our planning and community engagement services. Hybrid Work Environment: Tuesday - Thursday In-Office \| Monday & Friday WFH Job Responsibilities Note: Our team has openings for both land use-focused and transportation-focused planning positions. We collaborate with both specialties and are seeking candidates with either or both backgrounds. Land Use Planning Review and coordinate planning and zoning applications (e.g., subdivisions, conditional use permits, variances) Provide public guidance on development regulations and application procedures Address planning and zoning concerns from citizens and clients Collect data, prepare GIS maps, and conduct analyses for reports and plans Lead and coordinate comprehensive and specialized planning projects Develop and update zoning ordinances and address community needs through better planning initiatives Participate in and lead city, township, and agency meetings Present staff reports and policy proposals at public meetings Transportation Planning Design and develop transportation projects (e.g., corridor studies, schematic designs) Oversee project management, coordination, and monitoring Communicate effectively in technical reports and presentations for diverse audiences Facilitate community engagement through meetings, workshops, and forums Create marketing materials and graphics for clients Build client relationships and promote planning services Attend project-related events in the Twin Cities metro and adapt to occasional travel needs Required Qualifications Bachelor's and/or master's degree in transportation planning, urban planning, civil engineering, landscape architecture or a related field Minimum of 4 years of relevant planning experience Experience managing tasksat varying phases within multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and in coordination with other disciplines Experience facilitating public engagement sessions using a variety of methods to capture feedback Knowledge of planning principles applied to zoning matters Proficiency with graphics and illustrations, a working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite Possession of a valid Driver's License Preferred Qualifications AICP certification 2 years prior project management experience (i.e. designing and implementing complex projects or initiatives from beginning to completion.) In-depth understanding of data management and ArcGIS Prior experience with Adobe Create Suite Prior experience preparing and submitting funding solicitation applications Prior experience developing conceptual project graphics The listed salary range reflects base pay for candidates with 4-10 years of related experience. Compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, and responsibilities. Join Our 100% Employee-Owned Firm At our company, every employee is an owner. From the front desk to the corner office, every one of our 430+ professionals thrive on collaboration and holistic development. Our success is collective, and so are the rewards. Comprehensive Benefits Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible for discretionary bonuses HSA Contributions: Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA-eligible plan 401(k) Match: Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals ESOP: Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year Upon receiving a formal offer, you will get a personalized Total Compensation Overview (TCO) to see how everything adds up and what it looks like to be part of our community. *Pre-Employment Screening* Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history. *Notice to Recruiters and Placement Agencies* TKDA will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or placement agencies unless a service agreement is in place. In the event TKDA receives an unsolicited resume without a service agreement in place, TKDA will not be obligated to pay a service fee of any amount nor will TKDA be held liable to terms or conditions under any agreement of any kind that has not been authorized in writing by a TKDA officer.