Assistant/Senior Planner

The City of Jersey City is looking for an experienced and organized Assistant/Senior Planner to join our team. This role is critical in supporting the City’s comprehensive planning and development functions. The ideal candidate will be a great collaborator and have a passion for urban planning and development.The Assistant/Senior Planner will report to the Director of Planning/Zoning Officer and will be responsible for assisting in the development, implementation, and management of the City’s Planning Division. This individual will provide technical services in the development of short- and long-term planning initiatives.The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in urban planning or related field and at least 5 years of experience in land use planning. They must have excellent writing and presentation skills, be highly organized and able to manage multiple projects and tasks, and be able to work collaboratively with a team. The ability to interact with the public and elected officials is a must. A professional certification such as AICP is preferred. If you are a motivated professional with a passion for urban planning and a desire to make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply for this position.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Assistant/Senior Planner in Jersey City, NJ, USA is $58,000 to $86,000 per year.

Jersey City is in northeastern New Jersey. Its eastern waterfront faces the Hudson River where it meets Upper New York Bay. Liberty State Park has panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, the former immigrant gateway. The park’s Liberty Science Center features interactive exhibits, live animals and an IMAX Dome theater. Bars and ethnic eateries line downtown’s Grove Street.