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Overview Urban Planner II at Baxter & Woodman. Location options: Katy, TX or Bannockburn, Chicago, Crystal Lake, or Naperville, IL offices. What You’ll Do Delegate project tasks and support staff as needed. Assist in developing Planning Dept. graphic standards and product templates. Develop working knowledge of ArcGIS Urban and related software. Provide QA/QC reviews of project deliverables. Assist with business development activities, including meetings, statements of qualifications (SOQs), and proposals. Develop planning studies and provide technical analysis for short- and long-range projects; support land development services to municipal clients. Review and revise municipal regulatory codes and ordinances to achieve desired results. Facilitate public engagement activities and produce engagement materials; gather stakeholder input. Communicate complex planning concepts to the public with graphic and conceptual renderings; present to clients, public officials, and the public. Perform on-call staff planner functions for local municipalities as required. Coordinate with colleagues on stormwater management, grading, utilities, transportation, and other civil engineering-related issues. Review permit applications for compliance with plans, codes, and regulations. Support national and state conference presentations and involvement in professional organizations (e.g., Texas APA). Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, landscape architecture, urban design, or related field. 4+ years of experience in urban/transportation planning, parks and open space planning, or comprehensive planning projects. Experience leading tasks in community, urban, and regional planning; knowledge of transportation, parks/open space, land use, energy, sustainability, and resiliency. Experience with special area planning for districts, neighborhoods, and corridors is a plus. Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, GIS software, and Microsoft Office. Strong technical writing, graphic, and verbal communication skills. Ability to analyze demographic data and identify trends; ability to interpret and apply land development codes and regulations. Experience with public engagement strategies and tools; ability to explain technical issues to non-technical audiences. Ability to work collaboratively with developers, designers, and public officials. Knowledge of urban spatial structure and municipal systems operations (e.g., utilities, stormwater). Willingness and ability to travel throughout the Houston metropolitan area with own transportation. Education and Certification Bachelor’s degree as listed above. Compensation The pay range for this role is $75,000-$95,000. Actual compensation packages are based on factors such as skill set, depth of experience, and certifications. Benefits and Perks Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans; Employee Assistance Program; financial planning; life and disability insurance; tax-advantaged accounts; paid time off and holidays; parental leave; flexible work arrangements; 401k with advisory support; and Employee Stock Ownership program. Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity - Vet/Disability employer Job Details Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Other Industries: Civil Engineering Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Baxter & Woodman. Get notified about new Urban Planner jobs in Crystal Lake, IL. Crystal Lake, IL - Salary ranges vary by location and recent postings include $115,000-$130,000. #J-18808-Ljbffr Baxter & Woodman

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