Application Deadline: Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. P.T. Accepting Online Applications Only

Information on How to Apply

Classification: Planner, Senior; Planner, Associate

Salary: Planner, Senior: $90,792.00 -$122,574.40 Annually; Planner, Associate: $85,134.40 -$110,656.00 Annually

Work Location: Atrium, 99 West 10 Avenue, Eugene, OR

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with the flexibility per business need.

To view detailed information on the duties, knowledge, and abilities that may be expected for this position, please see the classification: Planner, Senior.

To view detailed information on the duties, knowledge, and abilities that may be expected for this position, please see the classification: Planner, Associate.

Qualifications

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes with relevant transferable skills from a variety of sources and experiences. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

When screening your application, the City will consider an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to meet minimum qualifications for this position.

Senior Planner Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

Five years of increasingly responsible professional urban planning experience.

Training:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in urban and regional planning, architecture, or a closely related field. A Master's degree in a related field is desirable.

Background:

Must pass a background check.

License:

Valid Oregon driver's license or, the ability to obtain by date of hire; must pass driving records check and, if hired, maintain a driving record that meets the City's standard. Oregon law requires that an out-of-state license holder must obtain a valid Oregon license (with appropriate endorsements) within 30 days of becoming domiciled in the state (ORS 803.355).

Certifications:

• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) is desirable
• Architectural registration or membership in American Institute of Architects (AIA) may be desirable

The ideal candidate will have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Knowledge:

• Modern principles and practices of urban planning, economics and development.
• Methods and techniques of effective technical report preparation and presentation.
• Research methods and statistical principles related to urban growth and development.
• Recent developments, current literature and sources of information related to municipal planning and administration. Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Principles and practices of supervision and training.
• Citizen involvement techniques and processes.

Ability:

• Analyze site design, terrain constraints, circulation, land use compatibility, utilities and other urban services.
• Ensure project compliance with Federal, State and local rules, laws and regulations.
• Prepare and analyze technical and administrative reports, statements and correspondence.
• Supervise and train assigned staff.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Associate Planner Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

Three years planning related experience.

Training:

Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in urban and regional planning, architecture, landscape architecture or a closely related field.

Background:

Must pass a background check.

License:

Valid Oregon driver's license or, the ability to obtain by date of hire; must pass driving records check and, if hired, maintain a driving record that meets the City's standard. Oregon law requires that an out-of-state license holder must obtain a valid Oregon license (with appropriate endorsements) within 30 days of becoming domiciled in the state (ORS 803.355).

The ideal candidate will have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Knowledge:

• City laws and ordinances related to general plans, zoning and land divisions.
• Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Modern principles and practices of research methodology, urban planning, economics and development.
• Applicable environmental laws and regulations.
• Community involvement techniques and processes.

Ability:

• Interpret planning and zoning programs to the general public.
• Analyze and compile complex technical and statistical information and prepare reports involving site design, circulation, utilities, and other urban services.
• Perform professional planning work with minimal supervision.
• Translate complex planning issues and technical data into an easily understood information for the public.
• Manage controversy related to specific development proposals and community planning issues.
• Communicate clearly and concisely orally and in written and graphic work.