Urban Planner I

Snell & Wilmer Business Professional Openings

Job Location:

Salt Lake, UT - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 18 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

For Applicants Residing in California: 
Snell & Wilmer takes the privacy of the personal information that we collect from you during the employment application process  compliance with Californias Consumer Protection Act (CCPA) 
we are providing you with our Privacy Notice for California Residents and our general Privacy Policy. As required by the CCPA our notice describes the categories of personal information we collect (or may collect) 
from you as well as our use and disclosure of that personal information. Please review this Notice and our Privacy Policy. By providing your personal information to as part of the recruitment or application process 
you consent to the collection use and disclosure of your personal information by Snell & Wilmer consistent with this Notice.

By clicking consent or I accept you acknowledge that you read and agree to Snell and Wilmer L.L.P.:
Privacy Policy and Privacy Notice for California Residents located at  Planner I Job Details:Snell & Wilmer one of the largest and most prestigious law firms in the Western United States currently has an opening for an Urban Planner I in our Salt Lake City office.
You will support land use and planning entitlement projects by assisting with due diligence preparing applications coordinating with stakeholders and helping move projects through the municipal approval process.
Position responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
With supervision manage current planning and land use entitlement projects from initial site evaluation through final approvals and permitting including rezoning site plan approval variances use permits annexations general plan amendments design review and related applications.
Conduct comprehensive property due diligence including research and analysis of zoning land use entitlements development standards and applicable municipal records.
Prepare submit and coordinate land use and development applications ensuring accuracy completeness and compliance with local planning zoning and design regulations.
Analyze plans (building landscaping engineering etc.) to determine compliance with applicable codes. 
Review title reports deeds surveys and plot legal descriptions to determine property boundaries and history.
Facilitate entitlement efforts coordinating with clients attorneys design consultants public agencies and other stakeholders to maintain schedules track deliverables and achieve timely approvals.
Provide technical guidance and regulatory interpretation to clients and consultant teams regarding planning zoning and development requirements.
Coordinate and participate in public engagement processes including public notification neighborhood meetings and public hearings; prepare presentation materials and represent projects at meetings and hearings which may occur during evening hours.
Interface regularly with municipal planning staff and other public sector representatives throughout the entitlement and approval process.
Maintain organized digital and physical project records and ensure documentation is consistent with firm and regulatory requirements.
Assist attorneys and senior staff with planning and entitlement strategy issue analysis and related land use matters as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.
Experience and Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Urban Planning Architecture Landscape Architecture Geography Sustainability or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
Two (2) or more years of progressively responsible professional experience in urban planning land use entitlement processing real estate development planning consulting law or a closely related field.
Demonstrated knowledge of urban planning principles land use regulations zoning and subdivision ordinances and development review processes.
Experience preparing and processing development and entitlement applications including rezonings site plans variances use permits or similar approvals.
Working knowledge of development fundamentals and project management including coordinating consultants tracking schedules and managing multiple assignments concurrently.
Ability to interpret local planning and zoning regulations and effectively translate regulatory requirements and client objectives into practical compliant solutions.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with clients attorneys municipal staff residents and design consultants.
Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while exercising sound judgment and attention to detail.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public sector officials and development professionals.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word Excel Outlook and PowerPoint.
Graduate coursework in planning or a related field and/or AICP certification (or progress toward certification) preferred.
Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record and ability to travel locally as required for meetings and site visits.Snell & Wilmer offers a competitive performance-based compensation and agenerousbenefits packagestarting on your first  benefits package includes medical dental vision disability life insurance 401K/profit sharing paid holidays tuition reimbursement and paid time off including vacation time personal time and sick time where  & Wilmer values the principles ofDiversity Inclusion and Belonging.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

For Applicants Residing in California: Snell & Wilmer takes the privacy of the personal information that we collect from you during the employment application process compliance with Californias Consumer Protection Act (CCPA) we are providing you with our Privacy Notice for California Residents and...

For Applicants Residing in California: 
Snell & Wilmer takes the privacy of the personal information that we collect from you during the employment application process  compliance with Californias Consumer Protection Act (CCPA) 
we are providing you with our Privacy Notice for California Residents and our general Privacy Policy. As required by the CCPA our notice describes the categories of personal information we collect (or may collect) 
from you as well as our use and disclosure of that personal information. Please review this Notice and our Privacy Policy. By providing your personal information to as part of the recruitment or application process 
you consent to the collection use and disclosure of your personal information by Snell & Wilmer consistent with this Notice.

By clicking consent or I accept you acknowledge that you read and agree to Snell and Wilmer L.L.P.:
Privacy Policy and Privacy Notice for California Residents located at  Planner I Job Details:Snell & Wilmer one of the largest and most prestigious law firms in the Western United States currently has an opening for an Urban Planner I in our Salt Lake City office.
You will support land use and planning entitlement projects by assisting with due diligence preparing applications coordinating with stakeholders and helping move projects through the municipal approval process.
Position responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
With supervision manage current planning and land use entitlement projects from initial site evaluation through final approvals and permitting including rezoning site plan approval variances use permits annexations general plan amendments design review and related applications.
Conduct comprehensive property due diligence including research and analysis of zoning land use entitlements development standards and applicable municipal records.
Prepare submit and coordinate land use and development applications ensuring accuracy completeness and compliance with local planning zoning and design regulations.
Analyze plans (building landscaping engineering etc.) to determine compliance with applicable codes. 
Review title reports deeds surveys and plot legal descriptions to determine property boundaries and history.
Facilitate entitlement efforts coordinating with clients attorneys design consultants public agencies and other stakeholders to maintain schedules track deliverables and achieve timely approvals.
Provide technical guidance and regulatory interpretation to clients and consultant teams regarding planning zoning and development requirements.
Coordinate and participate in public engagement processes including public notification neighborhood meetings and public hearings; prepare presentation materials and represent projects at meetings and hearings which may occur during evening hours.
Interface regularly with municipal planning staff and other public sector representatives throughout the entitlement and approval process.
Maintain organized digital and physical project records and ensure documentation is consistent with firm and regulatory requirements.
Assist attorneys and senior staff with planning and entitlement strategy issue analysis and related land use matters as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.
Experience and Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Urban Planning Architecture Landscape Architecture Geography Sustainability or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
Two (2) or more years of progressively responsible professional experience in urban planning land use entitlement processing real estate development planning consulting law or a closely related field.
Demonstrated knowledge of urban planning principles land use regulations zoning and subdivision ordinances and development review processes.
Experience preparing and processing development and entitlement applications including rezonings site plans variances use permits or similar approvals.
Working knowledge of development fundamentals and project management including coordinating consultants tracking schedules and managing multiple assignments concurrently.
Ability to interpret local planning and zoning regulations and effectively translate regulatory requirements and client objectives into practical compliant solutions.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with clients attorneys municipal staff residents and design consultants.
Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while exercising sound judgment and attention to detail.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public sector officials and development professionals.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word Excel Outlook and PowerPoint.
Graduate coursework in planning or a related field and/or AICP certification (or progress toward certification) preferred.
Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record and ability to travel locally as required for meetings and site visits.Snell & Wilmer offers a competitive performance-based compensation and agenerousbenefits packagestarting on your first  benefits package includes medical dental vision disability life insurance 401K/profit sharing paid holidays tuition reimbursement and paid time off including vacation time personal time and sick time where  & Wilmer values the principles ofDiversity Inclusion and Belonging.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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