Land Planner

Overview

Kimley-Horn's Mesa, AZ office is seeking a Land Planner with 10+ years of experience to join their Land Planning team! This is not a remote position.

Project experiences will be diverse, as we provide services to both the public and private sectors. You will perform a variety of tasks, supporting various project managers and collaborating with team members. Responsibilities may include:

• Land use/comprehensive planning
• Urban design
• Community redevelopment
• Private sector entitlements
• Zoning/development codes, design guidelines
• Evaluate development proposals to identify compliance with zoning regulations
• Prepare planning and land use studies and varied technical information
• Perform zoning, land use and urban design evaluation to identify development project sites
• Community and public outreach

• Degree (Bachelors or Masters) in Urban and Regional Planning (or other degree applicable to the planning field)
• 10+ years of directly related experience
• American Institute of Certified Planner (AICP) Certification Preferred
• Strong writing/verbal skills
• Working knowledge of graphic software programs (Adobe Photoshop, Sketchup, InDesign, Illustrator)
• Working knowledge of GIS/Arc View
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• Positive attitude and a strong work ethic
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines
• Detail-oriented team player with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
• Ability to work independently and as a team

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage:
  Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off:
  Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness:
  Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development:
  Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits:
  New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.