What are the responsibilities and job description for the Planner I or II (Community Development) position at City of Cedar Rapids?
The City of Cedar Rapids is hiring a Planner I or Planner II to join our Community Development team! This position will be primarily focused on supporting the development of an effective, regional, multi-modal transportation system—including efforts to enhance connectivity and provide choices for all transportation users.
In this role, you’ll contribute to long-range planning, GIS-based analysis, and community development initiatives that shape the future of Cedar Rapids. Whether you're early in your planning career or bringing advanced experience to the table, you'll help guide infrastructure investment and policies that improve quality of life across the region.
If you’re passionate about multi-modal planning, urban design, and building vibrant, inclusive communities—we encourage you to apply and be part of our forward-thinking team!
About our Organization
At the City, we are committed to employing individuals who reflect our community’s diverse backgrounds and this position is crucial in the success and strategic direction of a growing and evolving community. We appreciate and leverage the vast experience individuals bring beyond the technical requirements of a job. If you are an individual with similar experience listed here please consider applying. Experience and skills combined with commitment to our core values is key to building a greater community now and for the next generation.
About our Community
Nestled in the heart of Iowa, Cedar Rapids is our vibrant and diverse community known for its rich history, culture, and natural beauty. Our city has a strong sense of community which can be seen at any of our numerous parks, recreational opportunities, and family-friendly events year round. You can also explore our thriving downtown district, filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, or take a stroll along the Cedar River, which runs through the heart of the city. Cedar Rapids - Why you should live here!
About this Opportunity
Planner I:
- Coordinates the development and implementation of long-range planning activities.
- Develops and maintains GIS-based projects for data analysis related to long-range planning, annexations, and infrastructure investment.
- Research best practices and innovative strategies related to long-range planning activities and other planning principles, projects, and makes appropriate recommendations.
- Prepares reports, open house display materials and documentation related to planning projects.
- Provides information and responds to internal requests and questions from the public, developers, and other stakeholders.
- Analyzes and prepares recommendations for ordinance and policy amendments for consideration.
- Participates in the administration of the Neighborhood Services Program including work plans and budgets, and other related activates.
- Researches best practices and innovative strategies for increasing quality of life and social offerings for the purposes of workforce retention and attraction.
- Performs related work as required.
- Coordinates the development and implementation of long-range planning activities.
- Develops and maintains GIS-based projects for data analysis related to long-range planning, annexations, and infrastructure investment.
- Research best practices and innovative strategies related to long-range planning activities and other planning principles, projects, and makes appropriate recommendations.
- Prepares reports, open house display materials, and documentation related to planning projects.
- Provides information and responds to internal requests and questions from the public, developers, and other stakeholders.
- Analyzes and prepares recommendations for ordinance and policy amendments for consideration.
- Participates in the administration of programs and initiatives including:
- Financial management;
- Marketing, promotion, and education; and
- Performance monitoring and evaluation.
- Researches best practices and innovative strategies for increasing quality of life and social offerings for the purposes of workforce retention and attraction.
- Performs related work as required.
Planner I:
- Bachelor's degree in urban and regional planning, landscape architecture, architecture, public administration, or related field, and up to 1 year of related experience in planning, urban design, or public administration.
- An equivalent combination of education and/or experience. (i.e., one year of relevant work experience may substitute for one year of education.)
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse population.
- Bachelor’s degree in urban and regional planning, landscape architecture, architecture, public administration, or related field, and 3 to 5 years of experience in planning, urban design, or public administration.
- An equivalent combination of education and/or experience. (i.e., one year of relevant work experience may substitute for one year of education.)
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse population.
Salary : $61,485 - $88,816