Project Associate/Senior Project Associate – Planning, Engagement, and Design Job at MIG (Berkeley or Sacramento)

Job Description

We are seeking an entry-to-mid-level Planning & Design Project Associate or Senior Project Associate to join our team of professionals in our Berkeley, CA, or Sacramento, CA office.

Job Responsibility

Work as part of a supportive, cross-office, cross-discipline team that plans and designs with communities
Support a team of planners, designers, and project managers in all aspects of project design and implementation
Support with community engagement and meeting design, preparation, logistics, and facilitation
Research and analysis
Technical and policy writing
Creation of highly visual materials, reports, and/or summaries
Content analysis
Project administration
Client interaction
Work on comprehensive, specific, downtown, and corridor plans
Work on zoning codes, and development entitlement review in support of public agencies
Engage with the local community and using modern tools for mapping and analysis
Some travel, evening, and weekend work will be required for community engagement, site evaluations, client meetings, or to meet deadlines

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, public policy, or a related field
At least one year of relevant work experience (internships OK) for a Project Associate
At least three years of relevant experience for a Senior Project Associate in land use planning, urban planning, urban design, policy, community engagement, master planning or a closely related field
Ability to produce high-quality work products, including planning documents, graphics, maps, and charts
Excellent skills in research, writing, analysis, document presentation, and written and verbal communication
Knowledge and demonstrated interest in the intersection of design, planning, and equity
Knowledge about the principles and practices of land use planning at the city, county, regional, and state level
Software proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite is required
Willingness and initiative to pitch in, adapt, and collaborate as a teammate
Confident presentation and public speaking skills in both small and large group discussions
Local or willing to relocate to the Berkeley or Sacramento area

Nice to have

Master’s degree in urban planning, public policy, or a complementary field
Graphic design proficiencies
Experience in ArcGIS Pro and/or SketchUp
Bilingual with Spanish or other non-English language skills

What we offer

Flexible work schedule
Rewarding work environment
Creative atmosphere that allows for professional development and career advancement opportunities
Comprehensive benefits program including paid time off (PTO)
10 paid holidays
Medical, dental, vision, FSA, and HRA with employer contributions
401K matching
Eligibility for overtime pay

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