Community Planner
June 10, 2022 by sierra.johansen
About MHTN
MHTN Architects creates memorable and meaningful places for people. Established in 1923, we are an intermountain west Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, and Planning firm committed to a culture of design excellence. We serve clients with expertise and innovation in Higher Education, Commercial, K-12 Education, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Civic, Cultural and Religious project design. With a staff size of 90, seven Core Values drive our actions: Design, Social & Environmental Responsibility, Teamwork, Technical Excellence, Empowerment, Respect, and Service.
After the first week of employment with MHTN, a $3,000 signing bonus will be paid.
To apply, please follow this link to the job application.
Position Summary
The Community Planner position leads planning projects throughout the state of Utah in close collaboration with other planners, landscape designers and other professionals in the firm. Working in a collaborative team setting, this position works closely with clients and the public, performing public outreach, leading design exercises, and collecting feedback to provide solutions to our clients and their communities in meaningful and impactful ways.
This position performs design, research, analysis, and writing, for a wide variety of project types including urban design, comprehensive community planning, neighborhood revitalization, corridor redevelopment, downtown plans, and small area plans. A bachelor’s degree in Planning, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Real Estate, or closely related field is preferred.
The Community Planner is responsible for preparing visually engaging graphics and materials for meetings and events. This position plays a key role in organizing and participating in public events and client meetings and developing narratives supporting planning documents and materials. This role assists on marketing proposal preparation. An effective Community Planner will have a strong understanding of the city and regional planning with experience in building consensus across diverse stakeholders.
Here is a list of the key skills which we seek for this role:
· Proficiency with Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop, SketchUp, MS Office, and GIS Analysis
· Demonstrated verbal and written communication
· Ability to present information in a clear and concise manner
· Strong understanding of city and regional planning with experience in building consensus across diverse stakeholders
· Project management experience preferred
· Self-starter with the ability to work independently, handling multiple tasks and project deadlines preferred
· AICP Certification or in progress to obtain certification preferred
Why MHTN?
We offer a collaborative work environment that promotes professional growth and advancement. We seek team members who have a passion for designing built environments and contributors that will embrace and expand our culture of inclusion. We demonstrate our commitment to our team members by offering the following benefits.
· Medical and Dental Insurance: MHTN pays 80% of the cost
· Life Insurance: MHTN pays 100% of the premium for life and AD&D
· Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability: MHTN pays for 100% of the premium
· 401k with 5% employer match
· Annual discretionary bonus opportunity for all employees
· Company-Paid Continuing Education and mentorship programs
· Paid licensure and industry memberships
· Flexible Paid Time Off
· Flexible Hybrid Work Schedule
· $3,000 signing bonus
To apply, please follow this link to the job application.
MHTN Architects is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
and inclusion.
To apply for this job email your details to sierra.johansen@mhtn.com
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