NPV is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic Planner to work in our Hudson Valley Office. The role is to support project managers and senior staff in development application reviews, grant preparation, zoning and comprehensive plan preparation, meeting attendance, and similar tasks. Looking for a mature, responsible individual who is both a team player but can work independently, is self-motivated, organized, attentive to detail, well-spoken, and has good writing skills. The individual will have experience in and be committed to the municipal and environmental planning field.
Roles/Responsibilities:
- Assist with and conduct land use application reviews, environmental reviews in accordance with SEQRA, and preparing baseline studies and reports related to the planning field, including data gathered in the preparation of comprehensive plans.
- Attend evening board meetings as staff planner for municipal clients within our region.
Skill Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in planning or related field and 3-5 years of progressive planning experience.
- Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following: land use, zoning, and demographic analysis; fiscal impact analysis, natural resource and ecological analysis, wetland delineations, traffic studies, visual impact studies, and similar environmental and planning responsibilities.
- Knowledge of SEQR and New York State municipal laws.
- AICP certification is preferable.
- Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Adobe Acrobat is required. Knowledge of ArcGis is strongly encouraged.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required.
Salary and Benefits
NPV offers a competitive salary commensurate with level of education and professional experience as well as medical and other benefits.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply on line. Please include letter of interest, resume and at least one technical writing sample in a sinfle PDF file.
