Planner Position

PLANNER. D.B. Hartt has opportunities for land use planners with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Architecture or related field. Opportunities exist for entry-level planners as well as for planners with four plus years of relevant experience. Private sector experience is a plus.

Successful candidates must be able to juggle multiple projects in a high-energy environment. Assignments are in the service areas of: comprehensive planning, zoning (code development and zoning consultation), neighborhood and commercial revitalization, and site design and project impact evaluation. Applicants must be willing to attend evening meetings.

Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills are essential, as planners represent the firm at client meetings and respond to inquiries from clients, the general public, developers, and business owners. Strong problem solving, analytical, and design skills are also required, as well as a demonstrated ability to compile and present a variety of issues, concepts and data verbally and in writing.

Preferred experience includes: preparing comprehensive plans; developing land use controls (i.e., zoning, subdivision, design review); formulating economic development; open space and farmland preservation strategies; and working with elected and appointed officials, citizen's groups and the general public.

Essential computer skills include MS Word, Excel, ArcView and Adobe Photoshop.

Salary and project work assigned will be based on experience. Interested applicants should send cover letter, résumé, and samples of graphic skills to: D.B. Hartt, Inc., 1382 W. 9th Street, Suite 420, Cleveland, OH 44113; email dbh@DBHartt.com.

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