Municipal & Transportation Planner

Wcg • Salt Lake City, UT

415d • $120,640 - $160,160 • Remote

About The Position

WCG is seeking an experienced Municipal & Transportation Planner to work on a variety of urban and transportation planning projects. This full-time or part-time position offers flexibility in scheduling and primarily allows for remote work, although local candidates are preferred for occasional in-person meetings. The role emphasizes work/life balance and requires the ability to meet deadlines while collaborating with stakeholders and managing project budgets.

Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal presentation/communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
• Working knowledge of land use planning, zoning, economic development, transportation planning, open space planning, recreation planning, historic preservation, and affordable housing.
• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to facilitate inclusive dialogue with diverse stakeholders.
• Bachelor's or master's degree in urban, city, transportation or regional planning.
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification or willingness to obtain shortly.
• 3-15 years of planning experience.
• Experience with various planning documents such as General Plans, Zoning maps, Future Land Use Maps, and Transportation Plans.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with urban design software or GIS software.
• Rich resume of planning experience.

Responsibilities

• Researches, analyzes and interprets social, economic, population and land use data and trends.
• Prepares complex written reports and recommendations on various planning matters and elements of planning documents or proposals.
• Works both collaboratively and independently on projects.
• Develops and maintains budgets and schedules for planning projects.
• Provides creative solutions for urban planning and growth dilemmas based on proven methods and innovative thinking.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and contract obligations.
• Balances population growth with community needs in each project.
• Facilitates stakeholder and public involvement and consensus-building meetings.
• Attends evening meetings as needed to provide professional planning assistance to member communities.

Benefits

• Health benefits for full-time employees.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Flexible daily schedules and time off.
• Dental insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Flexible spending account.
• Health savings account.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Vision insurance.
• Work from home options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees