Company
City of Memphis
Salary
$44.685 - $67,912
Responsibilities
- Works under the direction of assigned manager to assist in the updating, amending, and implementation of the comprehensive plan for the City of Memphis.
- Contributes to development of recommendations related to land use, transportation, public facilities, housing, economic growth and development, neighborhood stabilization, quality of life, civic engagement, and budget impact.
- Develops plans and studies for communities, districts, or city systems.
- Reviews land use proposals for plan consistency, prepares reports, and correspondence to support findings.
- Collects data and information and provides qualitative and quantitative research and analysis.
- Drafts summaries, test content, technical reports, and memos of research findings. Compiles findings for internal and external stakeholders.
- Coordinates with other city divisions and external stakeholders to gain input and support relevant to the comprehensive plan.
- Compiles community feedback and updates planning documents.
- Shares updated information and summaries to community groups and other stakeholders.
- Drives to various worksites to attend meetings and to conduct site visits.
Qualifications
Minimum:
- Bachelor's degree in City or Regional Planning, Architecture, Urban Design, or related field
- Two (2) years of experience in planning, urban design, architecture, transportation, GIS/analytics, civic engagement, or community development; or any combination of experience and training which enables one to perform the essential job functions.
- Master's degree may substitute for two (2) years of experience.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license as a condition of continued employment.
- Must establish residence within Shelby County within six (6) months from date of Employment
Preferred:
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) speaking abilities strongly preferred.
- Working experience with relevant software such as ArcGIS, SketchUp, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite is preferred.
Instructions
Apply through the Job Portal.
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Job Type
Full-Time