Planner

Who We Are

At RVi, we advocate for nature, inspire creativity, tell captivating stories, and forge strong relationships to create places with staying power. We’re process-oriented and results-driven. Our design is grounded in data, inspired by culture, and committed to responsible stewardship. Through creative strategy and design, we lead integrated teams to envision the world’s next great communities, public places, campuses, and hospitality experiences.

JOB SUMMARY 

The Planning Associate will support the Project Manager/Director and the project team by assisting with the coordination of public-sector consulting and privately initiated development applications in multiple jurisdictions throughout Arizona – including Rezonings, Annexations, Comprehensive Plan Amendments, Special Exceptions, Variances, and Due Diligence reports; performing administrative duties including coordinating submittals, ensuring the delivery of submittals to various jurisdictions, requesting information and files from local governments, and scheduling meetings; project-related research and other written materials to support various projects; assisting with monthly updates to Project Schedules and in the tracking and management of project deadlines/milestones; assisting other departments through coordination of permit submittal packages, zoning research, and other administrative tasks.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

• Planning Associates require zero-three (0-3) years of practical experience as a planner or in related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work within a fast-paced team environment.
• Strong problem solving, analytical, and creative skills.
• Aptitude for independent research and problem-solving.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Proficiency in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Adobe Photoshop, and InDesign is preferred, but not required.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university in Urban & Regional Planning, Public Administration, Geography, Landscape Architecture or a closely-related field of study is required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Understand project scope:
  • Coordinate with other team members and provide regular updates.
• Conduct due diligence for project:
  • Gather current and historical data from multiple reference sources (e.g., zoning ordinances, master plans, existing drawings).
  • Review with the Project Manager/Director and project team members.
• Use and understand land and site planning procedures and regulations:
  • Apply appropriate RVi standard guidelines as well as local and state guidelines.
• Ensure Product Quality and RVi Reputation
  • Follow RVi QA/QC Manual, protocols, and established standards.
• Achieve Performance Objectives
  • Meet or exceed designated chargeability, hours worked.
• Contribute to team effort.
  • Accomplish team-driven results as needed.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written.

SCOPE OF AUTHORITY

• Has relatively little authority to act independently but has considerable authority to work with project teams.
• Works closely with Directors and Project Managers.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, printers, etc., as well as on job sites.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.
• The person in this position frequently communicates with other office staff.
• Occasionally needs to attend in person meeting offsite.

CULTURAL FIT

• Independent yet collaborative
• Dependable and flexible
• Creative problem solver
• Natural communicator
• Results oriented and enthusiastic
• Client focused

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT:

• Exempt – Overtime Pay is not required.

DISCLAIMER

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.

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RVi Benefits

To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs. We will support you to be a lifelong learner. You will be encouraged to give back to your community. Meeting deadlines, budgets and project objectives is important, but of equal importance is meeting your needs through training, advancement, and mentorships.

Work/Life:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based upon your travel preferences

Compensation:

• Competitive Compensation packages
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation 
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals 
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match

Wellness:

• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
• Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
• Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services