Pashek + MTR Seeking Planner

Job Position

Community Planner

Description 

Pashek + MTR is an award-winning planning and design firm committed to a holistic, sustainable practice. Our work spans the public and private sectors, including community planning and design for municipal, non-for-profit and private clients. We are a highly collaborative group of skilled planners, landscape architects, and designers located in a walkable and bikeable urban neighborhood.

We are seeking a passionate and energetic entry-level planner interested in working on a wide variety of community planning projects, such as comprehensive planning, corridor planning, active transportation planning and recreation and open space planning. The position will entail working collaboratively within our office as well as with clients, project stakeholders, and other consultants. The ideal candidate should share our values and want to learn and grow in responsibility within our tight-knit firm.

Learn more about us by visiting www.pashekmtr.com. We emphasize and value diversity and inclusion in all we do. Read our workforce diversity and inclusion statement at https://pashekmtr.com/pashekmtr-diversity-inclusion-statement/.

Requirements 

Understanding of and commitment to planning practice.
Strong writing and communication skills, and ability to present complex information clearly via language and graphic design.
Ability to apply principles of equity and sustainability in all forms of planning.
Ability to organize and synthesize information into clear findings and detailed recommendations.
Comfort with research involving quantitative and qualitative data.
Strong analytical skills.
Facilitation skills – small and large groups, informal and formal meetings, non-traditional community outreach, remote and in-person formats.
Knowledge of Subdivision and Land Development ordinances and zoning ordinances.
Knowledge of urban design concepts.
Ability to make recommendations to governing bodies.
Comfort with tools for project management, data analysis, presentation, and communication.
Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.
Ability to work independently and to partner effectively with colleagues and clients.
Demonstrated experience with Adobe Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
Familiarity with ArcGIS or another GIS, preferred.
Familiarity with the Pennsylvania Municipal Planning Code is a plus.
Valid Driver’s License.

How to Apply

Pashek + MTR offers a flexible, casual work environment, health benefits, and competitive salary. Please submit your resume, references, portfolio and writing samples within one pdf file to jbuerkle@pashekmtr.com.