Michael Baker International is seeking an energetic junior planner who is eager to learn and be an integral member of our hazard mitigation and resilience planning team in New Jersey.
As a Planner I, you will work on grant application development, hazard mitigation plan updates, and supporting other climate resilience planning and policy projects for our clients.
The position requires knowledge and enthusiasm for research, data compilation, public policy and governmental regulations, planning involving communities, infrastructure, transportation, water or similar sectors.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Research best practices and strategies to address impacts of climate change
- Support updates of hazard mitigation plans for local communities, counties
- Perform GIS mapping and analysis to support risk and vulnerability assessments
- Gather data and information on climate change, natural hazards, and other relevant topics.
- Draft reports and other planning documents
- Assist planning and execution of stakeholder engagement and outreach
- Hybrid position; In-office requirements for production and meetings
- Some local travel to meetings within state / region
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Urban and Regional Planning or related field
- 0-2+ years of work experience in the field
- Interested in reducing the impacts of climate change through planning.
- Ability to work in a time-sensitive, fast-paced team environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office required, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite preferred.
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, are essential to success in this role.
- Experience and competency in GIS preferred
BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including :
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
- Professional and personal development
- Generous paid time off
COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $66,000 - $78,000. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.
Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.