Planner I

Passero Associates has an exciting opportunity in our Rochester, NY office for an entry level planner to work on a diverse range of assignments supporting our municipal and land development service lines, as well as provide technical support to our architectural and aviation practice areas.

Responsibilities involve the following:

• Assist with reviewing development proposals and plans for conformance with municipal codes, comprehensive plans, studies and regulations.
• Analysis of municipal regulations for the preparation of land use applications, such as special permits, variances, site plan review, and architectural and historic preservation review.
• Conduct basic technical research in accordance with the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA), including data analysis, preparation of the appropriate forms, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with preparation, coordination and submission of project submittal packages for zoning and site development review, including fee calculation.
• Create digital and print presentation materials.
• Assist with the preparation of forms, reports, and grant applications.

Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong organization skills, people skills, self-motivation, decision-making skills, and strategic planning skills.
• Technical aptitude with regards to responding to municipal comments.
• Excellent analytical, research and creative skills.
• Ability to attend to details while keeping big-picture goals in mind.
• Entry-level working knowledge of local, State and Federal regulatory permitting processes.
• Entry-level working knowledge of urban planning and design principles, and site planning; civil engineering, building construction, architecture, land use and environmental law, zoning codes, and subdivision regulations a plus, but not required.
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team.

Q ualifications/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Urban, Community or Regional Planning, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Historic Preservation, Geography, or related fields.
• Minimum of 0 to 2 years of practical experience in aspects of site planning, civil engineering, architectural design review, zoning codes, and general rules and procedures of land use boards and commissions.
• Key skills include demonstrated excellence in technical writing; solid verbal and written communication skills; creative problem-solving skills; ability to work independently and in a team environment; ability to work on several projects or requests simultaneously.
• Computer proficiency includes Microsoft Office suite, communication graphics and website related platforms is preferred.
• Ability to interact effectively with clients, project teams, and colleagues internally and externally.
• Knowledge of GIS is a plus, but not required.

About Passero: founded in 1972, Passero Associates has a staff of more than 180 professionals in nine offices providing high-quality, value-oriented architecture, aviation, civil and structural engineering, planning, transportation, and survey services throughout the northeastern, southeastern, and midwestern United States.


As a full-service professional AEC firm, our technical teams specialize in traffic engineering, sustainability, program management, design-build, construction observation, 3D visualization, and virtual infrastructure services and solutions. We have the resources needed to manage all aspects of your project that ensure adherence to schedule, quality, and cost. Passero develops projects that our clients can be proud of for years to come.

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Recognized nationally by the Zweig Group as one of the "Best Firms to Work For," Passero Associates is a growing multi-disciplinary consulting firm providing planning, engineering, architectural design, structural, surveying, sustainability, program management, design-build, construction administration and inspection services throughout nine offices in the northeastern, midwestern, and southeastern United States.