Development Planner

The Development Planner supports place-based community development efforts in the greater Dayton region. The Development Planner reports directly to the Vice-President of Community Development. This position supports the work of the VP and senior project managers engaged in planning and real estate development aligned with neighborhood priorities and revitalization efforts.

• Planning. Creates neighborhood and housing development plans and strategies aligned with communities’ priorities and organizational goals and solid urban design.
• Development Process. Guide real estate development projects through public hearings, community engagement, and government approval processes while partnering with private developers, investors, and the local community to advance development.
• Engagement. Facilitates community meetings, workshops, listening sessions, and engagement activities that encourage resident participation in community revitalization efforts.
• Collaboration. Collaborates with internal departments at City Wide, external partners, and public agencies and develops new partnerships to advance neighborhood development projects.
• Project Management. Manages neighborhood redevelopment projects, including engagement, planning, and physical redevelopment.
• Funding. Cognizant of funding sources for community development and able to create simple pro formas as projects are explored.
• Data Analysis. Monitor neighborhood trends and utilize data to support planning, decision-making, and program evaluation.

• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, community development, real estate development, public administration, or a related field
• Five years of experience in community development and neighborhood planning, including real estate projects and planning processes that lead to adopted plans
• Ability to read basic architectural site layout plans and working knowledge of GIS
• Experience working with diverse urban communities and stakeholder groups
• Strong people skills, exceptional public presentation skills, and the capacity to negotiate effectively under occasional pressure from public stakeholders
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Collaborative, adaptable, and community-centered approach
• Autonomy to balance independent work with limited guidance and complete collaborative work with team members and the community
• High level of resourcefulness, flexibility, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving
• Experience in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe
• Willingness to work nontraditional hours, including evenings and weekends on occasion.
• Complete and pass all background checks and clearances
• This position requires an in-office schedule at least four days a week, with the ability to work from home one day a week

• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) credential.
• Housing Development Credential

The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $90,000 depending on experience. City Wide offers a competitive salary and benefits package including health and dental insurance, paid time off (PTO), 401K, HSA, flexible spending accounts, professional development opportunities, and a positive work culture.