Associate Planner or Planner

Description

Do you thrive on each day bringing a new experience? Can you envision a government organization that supports diversity, creativity, innovation, and enrichment? Do you want to be part of a place that sees plans become reality? Come join a team of professional planners and economic development specialists that serve the Village of Mundelein, Illinois. Mundelein is a growing suburb of approximately 31,600 people with a track record of getting projects implemented. Focus over the previous 20 years has been on Transit-Oriented Development, right-sizing commercial corridors, community enhancement and beautification, connectivity, transit access, densifying core areas, augmenting housing stock throughout, improving regulatory documents and processes, and attracting modern, lasting developments. 

There are many ways that this career path may be filled. If you are passionate about planning, economic development, community building, and similar areas of focus, then we encourage you to apply. Individuals at entry level to moderate level experience are encouraged to apply. There are avenues for introductory assignments and tasks up to involvement with both long-range and current planning (plan implementation) activities.

The team works on (1) design and urban design issues, including architecture, landscape architecture, and site planning; (2) economic development outreach to existing and new potential businesses, grants, TIF, and economic assistance agreements; (3) beautification projects such as community gathering spaces, signage, and infrastructure; (4) transportation issues such as communications with Metra Rail, Pace Bus, multi-modal pathways, and traffic; (5) project management and development entitlement utilizing zoning processes, development agreements, plats, zoning, etc.; (6) policy and regulation development; and (7) communications including social media, newsletter articles, staff reports, presentations, and education.

Members of the team are responsible for certain Commission and Board activities such as attending meetings, program creation and implementation, record keeping, presentations, and some budgeting. Entry level will have more interaction and oversight.  Moderate level planners are expected to perform work with a reasonable degree of latitude for independent, mature judgment, and action is reviewed by the Director of Community Development through observation, conferences, reports, and achievement of desired objectives.

Requirements

Successful applicants will have the following:

• A college degree, preferably in urban & regional planning, urban studies, geography, or similar;
• The ability to understand and read maps and plans;
• Ability to read and understand regulations and zoning/building codes;
• Effective communication skills;
• The capability of handling multiple tasks at once;
• Understanding of basic excel sheets and functions;
• Ability to learn new software for processing permits and following organizational policies, and, 
• Willingness to work with a team. 

Starting salary for this position is in a range of $75,370 to $81,776, depending on appropriate position and qualifications. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to advance a step within the salary on an annual basis.

The Village offers a generous benefits package, including an Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension, vacation, personal, holiday, and sick time. Other benefits include medical premiums being 85% paid by the Village, and dental, vision, and life insurance being 100% paid by the Village. There are other ancillary benefit options such as supplemental life and AD&D coverage, a 457b plan, and medical/dependent flex plans.  Participation in professional organizations and continued learning is encouraged. 

We endeavor to find someone that fits well with our team.  This recruitment will remain open until filled; the initial review of resumes will begin the week of April 13, 2026.

Salary : $75,370 - $81,776