Associate Planner/Planner

Company Description  

TMDA is positively renowned as a Talent Solutions and Human Resources Advisory organization. We provide a consultative approach in partnering with our clients and members of their team. Our HR Solutions group serve as an extension of the clients; thereby providing compliant growth at a scalable and sustainable rate. 

Firm Principles
Our Mission: Our mission is to connect quality talent with projects they are passionate about, while helping our clients achieve mission critical deliverables to support their organizational goals.
Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most trusted Human Resources Consulting Company by providing exceptional advisory services to both our clients and our candidates through maintaining the highest standards in the process.
Our Values: TMDA follows these core values, not just within our organization, but also with our clients and employees placed with them; Accountability, Empowerment, Inclusion, Originality & Ubiquity. TMDA operates with integrity and transparency.
Direct Client Benefits:

• Pay Transparency State Ranges Depending on Location
  • California | Colorado | Connecticut | Maryland | Nevada | New York | Rhode Island | Washington
• Paid Time Off
• Matching 401K
• Paid Federal Holidays
• HSA, FSA, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Responsibilities:
The Client is accepting applications for the position of Associate Planner / Planner in the Division of Planning & Zoning.

• Under general supervision, provides professional and technical guidance in planning, neighborhood redevelopment, and land use/zoning administration.
• Acts as special projects consultant and/or coordinator. 
• Performs or assists in the preparation and presentation of analytical studies.  Assists with the enforcement of various land use regulatory ordinances (i.e. Subdivision Control Ordinance, Aurora Zoning Ordinance, etc.). 
• Applies professional skills in analyzing statistical data, preparing written reports and making recommendations.
• Other duties of these positions may include but are not limited to:
  • Collecting data from a variety of different sources including visually observed conditions, professional organizations, and governmental agencies.
  • Serve as staff liaison to various boards, commissions, and neighborhood groups per direction of supervisor.
  • Develop and maintain the Geographically based Informational System (G.I.S.).
  • Perform on-site inspections as required; Create maps, charts, graphs, pictorial diagrams; Other duties assigned.
• Successful candidates should have the skill and ability to interpret data.
• Ability to read various types of maps and plan documents.
• Provide recommendations as necessary.
• Collaborate to facilitate private and public development.
• Review and process site plans and development proposals.
• Conduct studies, neighborhood meetings and plans for long range planning; and provide assistance to citizens, businesses and other governmental agencies.
• The successful candidate will be able to apply professional skills to special projects, work in field settings, and be able to work independently.

Qualifications and Education:  

• Associate Planner: This position requires a bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or related field; Requires a valid Illinois Driver's License.
• Planner: This position requires a bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or related field, plus two (2) years of professional planning experience in a municipal setting; Requires a valid Illinois Driver's License.
• Must successfully pass pre-hire requirements including but not limited to a written exam, physical, drug screen, and background check. 
• Associate Planner and Planner are both full-time, union positions.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future. 

Travel Requirements:  

This position will involve no travel.
State Specific Notices:
Massachusetts Applicants: IT IS UNLAWFUL IN MASSACHUSETTS TO REQUIRE OR ADMINISTER A LIE DETECTOR TEST AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT OR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT. AN EMPLOYER WHO VIOLATES THIS LAW SHALL BE SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL PENALTIES AND CIVIL LIABILITIES.
Maryland Applicants: UNDER MARYLAND LAW, AN EMPLOYER MAY NOT REQUIRE OR DEMAND, AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT, PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYMENT, OR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT, THAT AN INDIVIDUAL SUBMIT TO OR TAKE A POLYGRAPH EXAMINATION OR SIMILAR TEST. AN EMPLOYER WHO VIOLATES THIS LAW IS GUILTY OF A MISDEMEANOR AND SUBJECT TO A FINE NOT EXCEEDING $100.
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Additional Information: 

TMDA is proud to be anequal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. If you would like to request reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a diverse ability, please call 757-263-0440 or email operations@tmcompanies.us for other accommodation options. 

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