Urban Planner jobs in Iowa

Urban Planner develops land-use plans for the beneficial development of urban areas. Requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Being an Urban Planner is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on judgment and limited experience to plan and accomplish goals. Additionally, Urban Planner performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision; typically reports to a supervisor or manager. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Urban Planner I
  • City of Des Moines
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
  • Under general supervision, performs professional planning work on projects of average difficulty; assists on more complex projects.  This class is the entry level position in the Urban Planner progression series and is distinguished from the next higher class of Urban Planner II by the closer supervision received and the lesser complexity of assignment.

    The City of Des Moines promotes a healthy work life balance and offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
    • Residency Incentive Program
    • Alternative Work Schedule Options
    • Paid Volunteer Time-Off
    • Parental Leave
    • Vacation and Sick Leave
    • 12 Paid Holidays
    • Health/Dental/Life/LTD Insurance
    • Wellness Programs and Activities
    • Tuition Reimbursement and Continuing Education Programs
    • Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Benefit
    • Defined Benefit Pension Plan through IPERS
    • Deferred Compensation Plan with City Match up to 2.5%
    • Voluntary Insurance Benefit Options
    • Employee Discount Program
    •   Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree with major course work in planning, architecture, landscape architecture, sociology or closely related field; or
    •   Conference of Bachelor’s degree with major course work in planning, architecture, landscape architecture, sociology or closely related field at time of appointment; or
    •   Any equivalent combination in which one year of related experience may be substituted for one year of desired education, but in no case may experience be substituted for more than two years of education.

    Transcripts verifying degree conferred, if applicable, need to be submitted to the City of Des Moines Human Resources Department to receive credit.  Please send electronically to humanresources@dmgov.org, by fax to 515-237-1680, or by mail to 1551 E MLK Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50317 by the application deadline.   
    • Candidates must pass a post-employment offer physical examination and drug screening.
    • Possession of a valid Iowa driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.
    • Conducts office and field research and investigations on demographic, social and physical developments, land use and other community development projects;
    • Calculates basic statistics and development trends and projects;
    • Compiles and analyzes data, makes recommendations, and prepares reports on findings;
    • Prepares charts, tables, maps and other graphic materials to illustrate findings and recommendations, and presents studies, reports and findings;
    • Reviews site and other physical development plans;
    • Gives technical assistance to other City staff members and the public;
    • Explains planning concepts, zoning regulations, comprehensive plans and other projects and developmental policies to other staff members, departments, citizen groups and the general public;
    • Assists in the analysis, recommendation and report preparation process on more difficult studies;
    • Performs related work as required.
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Urban Outfitters Sales Associate
  • Urban Outfitters
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
  • OVERVIEW A Sales Associate contributes to driving sales through providing a genuine experience to each customer. RESPONSIBILITIES Brand Experience Acts as a brand representative reflective of the comp...
  • 14 Days Ago

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Planner
  • Systems Control, a division of Northern Star Industries, Inc.
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
  • Overview As the Planner, you will support the daily manufacturing operations, including tracking and reporting on production schedules and key performance metrics. Qualifications EXPERIENCE & EDUCATIO...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Planner
  • Systems Control
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
  • Overview: As the Planner, you will support the daily manufacturing operations, including tracking and reporting on production schedules and key performance metrics. Qualifications: EXPERIENCE & EDUCAT...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Urban Outfitters Sales Associate
  • URBN
  • Des Moines, IA PART_TIME
  • OVERVIEW A Sales Associate contributes to driving sales through providing a genuine experience to each customer. RESPONSIBILITIES Brand Experience Acts as a brand representative reflective of the comp...
  • 1 Day Ago

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EHS Family Support Worker / Home Visitor - Urban
  • HACAP
  • Rapids, IA FULL_TIME
  • Hawkeye Area Community Action Program, Inc. (HACAP) is a diverse, community-focused nonprofit dedicated to empowering and improving the lives of families living with the everyday barriers of poverty. ...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Land / Urban Planner
  • RaganSmith
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • Ragan Smith is seeking a full-time Land Planner / Urban Designer to join our Landscape Architecture and Land Planning St...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Urban Design/Planning Intern
  • City of Raleigh, NC
  • Raleigh, NC
  • Location : Raleigh, NC Job Type: Intern Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid Job Number: 2024-00305 Department: Urban Proj...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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URBAN PLANNER
  • City of Peoria
  • Peoria, IL
  • Applications are required for each vacancy. Resumes may be attached but will not be accepted in lieu of applications. Th...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Urban Planner
  • Laberge Group
  • Albany, NY
  • Laberge Group is looking to add an experienced Planner to our expanding team! We work with a variety of municipalities t...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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$16/hr Electric Scooter Delivery Driver - OVERNIGHT
  • Spin Mobility Limited
  • Lexington, KY
  • **$16/hr Electric Scooter Delivery Driver - OVERNIGHT** at Spin Fleet Operations (North America) Lexington, Kentucky, Un...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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$16/hr Electric Scooter Delivery Driver
  • Spin Mobility Limited
  • Tucson, AZ
  • **$16/hr Electric Scooter Delivery Driver** at Spin Fleet Operations (North America) Tucson, Arizona, United States **Ab...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Deputy Director for Pre-Development Planning and Urban Design
  • City of New York
  • New York, NY
  • Job Description About the Agency: The New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) promotes qu...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Urban Design Analyst
  • Kimley-Horn
  • Orlando, FL
  • Overview: Kimley-Horn is looking for Planning graduates to join ourOrlando, Florida (FL) office! This is not a remote po...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Iowa (/ˈaɪəwə/ (listen)) is a state in the Midwestern United States, bordered by the Mississippi River to the east and the Missouri River and Big Sioux River to the west. It is bordered by six states; Wisconsin to the northeast, Illinois to the east, Missouri to the south, Nebraska to the west, South Dakota to the northwest and Minnesota to the north. In colonial times, Iowa was a part of French Louisiana and Spanish Louisiana; its state flag is patterned after the flag of France. After the Louisiana Purchase, people laid the foundation for an agriculture-based economy in the heart of the Corn...
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Income Estimation for Urban Planner jobs
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