Planner - Long Range
About The Position
The City of Hillsboro’s Economic & Community Development Department plays a central role in shaping a vibrant, equitable, and sustainable future for one of Oregon’s most dynamic and diverse cities. As an economic engine of the state and a key part of the greater Portland metropolitan region, Hillsboro is connected by light rail and home to thriving neighborhoods, innovative industries, and a strong sense of community. Our work is grounded in thoughtful planning, inclusive engagement, and policies that support long-term resilience and opportunity for all who live and work here. In this role, you will support a variety of activities that help shape and guide community growth and development. You will undertake research and analysis and play a key role in developing visual communication materials that translate complex land use concepts into clear, accessible information for a variety of audiences. In addition, you will play a lead role engaging community members on land use planning projects and policy initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Geography, or related field and, as assigned, up to two years of municipal planning related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
- Advanced skills researching, analyzing, and compiling land use planning information
- Advanced skills with InDesign Adobe Illustrator, and SketchUp
- Experience engaging diverse community members
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is desirable
Responsibilities
- Creating graphics that simplify complex technical information.
- Researching, analyzing, and compiling information to inform planning projects and policy initiatives.
- Preparing high-quality technical planning documents, maps, and analyses.
- Playing a lead role on community engagement.
- Performing other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay with City contributions to PERS retirement
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, holidays, and more
- Deferred compensation match and HRA VEBA contributions to boost your future savings
- City-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
- Bilingual pay incentives
- Wellness reimbursements
- Free TriMet annual Hop pass and SHARC recreation access for you and your family
- Paid time off to volunteer in the community through Hillsboro Helps
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- A supportive workplace that values work/life balance and employee wellness
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
