Professional Planning Jobs

GIS Specialist /Assistant Planner

Pokagon Band of Potawatomi

The Pokagon Band has an opening for a GIS Specialist / Assistant Planner in Dowagiac, MI.  Applicants must have a minimum of three year's professional experience in a municipal or tribal government GIS capacity.  Work is split between office and field work.  The Pokagon Band provides a generous benefit package including 15 holidays, generous PTO, health insurance, pension, 401(k), and more.      

Position Summary: Responsible for mapping and data analyses using GIS technology. Provide technical support using GIS for Tribal planning activities and other department projects. 

Essential Functions:

• Develop and maintain proficiency with the use of ArcView and ArcGIS and their applications.
• Develop and maintain proficiency with the use of global positioning system hardware and software.
• Work cooperatively with the IT Department to maintain system hardware and software and recommend purchases, as needed.
• Develop custom GIS applications and databases for departmental projects.
• Create custom geographic products related to departmental projects utilizing GIS software.
• Produce digital and hard copy maps for departmental projects.
• Conduct field examinations of road conditions and assessments to include accurate BIA road inventory.
• Oversee the inventory, use, and maintenance of equipment used to conduct job duties.
• Assist with the preparation of special studies, reports, and special projects.
• Maintain records, and prepare reports and correspondence related to work.

Complete Job Posting and How to Apply Here

Posted May 9, 2025

Senior Planner

City of Pontiac

General Summary

The City of Pontiac is seeking a highly responsible and organized person to join the City’s Planning & Zoning team.  

Under the direct supervision of the Planning Manager, the Senior Planner performs advanced-level planning work, assists the administration, aids with updating the Master Plan, Zoning Map or other Planning related documents, generates detailed planning reports and performs advanced-level GIS mapping and analysis. The incumbent will also review residential site plans and commercial plans for compliance with the provisions of the City Zoning Code and issues Certificates of Zoning Compliance for construction. The Senior Planner will help to answer the planning and zoning questions of the general public and assists applicants through the site plan review process.   General knowledge of urban design, planning law, architecture, landscape architecture, and historic preservation principles is important. Ability to multi-task; supervise multiple projects and meet deadlines. Other duties as assigned.

The City is currently completing a Master Plan process, Vision Pontiac, and this position may be involved in some tasks or projects that involve implantation of the plan.

A successful candidate will have the ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers and the public during challenging situations, have excellent communication skills, be well organized, and bring fresh ideas to the team.  The city has a wide variety of residential, commercial, and industrial development with great opportunity for adaptive reuse and infill projects.  
 

Salary

$85,000 - $112,000 depending on qualifications

Complete job posting and how to apply here

Posted April 24, 2025

Planning and Assessing Associate

Spring Lake Township

Spring Lake Township (Ottawa County) is seeking a full-time Planning and Assessing
Associate.  The Associate will split work with the Community Development Director and
Township Assessor to complete a variety of mid-level department tasks. The Associate
will work with various Township Boards, Commissions, and the general public in various
settings including field work related to new construction and investigating code
violations.  The ideal candidate will have an undergraduate in a field related to land use
planning, and/or professional experience in land use planning, with strong analytical,
communication, and writing skills. 
 
Full-time salaried position, $65,000+ depending upon qualifications, including an
excellent benefits package.
 
If you are interested in applying for the position, please visit the Township’s website by
clicking HERE for a full job description. A resume and letter of interest may be sent to
info@springlaketwp.org.
 
Deadline for application: April 25, 2025  
 
Posted April 1, 2025

Planner II (Senior Planner)

City of Southfield

Come join us on our exciting journey of Placemaking and revitalization in the City of Southfield. Southfield is a diverse and vibrant community. We are looking for a dynamic team member to work with us on a variety of exciting projects, including but not limited to: development of the 9 Line non-motorized trail, the redevelopment of the former Northland Center (the first modern suburban mall in America); placemaking and art installations, capital projects and pedestrian amenities, special events and innovative planning & zoning projects; housing redevelopment of former hotels, offices and school sites; mixed-use developments in the Southfield City Centre and much more...

This is a mid-level professional planning position that exists to administer the City’s planning function, which involves the creation, implementation, modification and improvement of plans for the City’s development and redevelopment as a mature, thriving, premier residential and business community. Analyze and prepare reports on long-range planning issues and other land development policies and standards. The position provides technical advice to the Director of Planning, Zoning Board of Appeals, Planning Commission, and other boards and commissions as required. This position includes research and evaluation of social, economic and other data upon which to base planning recommendations.

Pay Range $57,196 – $85,709.

For further information and to apply go to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofsouthfield/jobs/4868750/planner-ii?page=3&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Posted March 26, 2025

Principal Planner

Oakland County

Pay Scale – $73,702 - $98,746

The Principal Planner is responsible for developing and implementing transit services throughout Oakland County. In cooperation with local jurisdictions and transit providers, identifies transit needs and priorities. Informed by demographic data, economic development efforts and operational availability, charts mid-range transit priorities for Oakland County.

Documents mobility challenges and promotes transit solutions. This includes a full range of modes, such as advance reservation, microtransit, ADA paratransit, fixed route, and rapid transit. Acts as the technical lead on one or multiple County transit resource including software, fare management, vehicles, maintenance, and other things to support operations, and optimizing coordination between providers. Interfaces extensively with providers, other transportation agencies and other County departments.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Possess a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Geography, GIS or a related field.
2. Have had at least four (4) years of full-time, progressively responsible work experience in transit planning, city, county or regional planning, private consulting planning, or other closely related professional planning experience.
3. Possess a professional license, registration, or certification from a recognized licensing agency as an engineer, architect, landscape architect, planner, GIS professional or closely related profession.
   
   NOTE: A Master’s Degree in one of the fields listed in section 1 above may be substituted for one year of the required work experience in section 2.
   
   NOTE: Applicants possessing transcripts from a college or university outside of the United States will be required to provide documentation of degree equivalency from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http://naces.org/members.html). The degree evaluation will be required for application processing.

To apply, applicants must visit this link.

Posted March 24, 2025

City of Saginaw

The City of Saginaw is accepting applications for a full-time Assistant Planner to provide administrative and planning support to the Director of Planning & Economic Development.  Primary duties include administering economic development and planning initiatives, budget preparation, neighborhood planning, marketing priority sites, grant writing, capital improvement planning, master planning, community outreach and general project management activities.  Additionally, the position will collaborate with the Urban Planner to prepare recommendations and reports for the Planning Commission, Board of Appeals on Zoning, Historic District Commission, and City Council regarding planning, development review, and other related issues.  Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree with major course work in Urban Planning or related field and 2 to 5 years of experience in municipal planning or a related field.  Good communications and writing ability a must.  This full-time position includes the City’s full benefit package for newly hired employees and a salary range of $60,923.20 - $66,456.00 annually dependent upon demonstrated abilities and qualifications.

Interested parties should visit the City of Saginaw Job Opportunities web page and apply online at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/saginawmi/jobs/4858227/assistant-planner.  The position is open until filled.

Posted March 6, 2025