Land Use Planner - Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay

Job Description

Company Description Marstel-Day, LLC is a small business dedicated to addressing complex environmental and sustainability challenges worldwide. Its interdisciplinary team of scientists, planners, and engineers collaborates to deliver innovative, creative, and cost-effective solutions for public and private sector clients. The firm emphasizes high-quality, mission-driven work and a strong commitment to client service. Team members are encouraged to bring forward-thinking approaches to environmental stewardship and resilient planning. Marstel-Day offers opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects that support sustainable land use and resource management.
Role Description The Land Use Planner for Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay will provide planning support focused on land use, environmental compatibility, and long-term installation development. This part-time, remote role involves reviewing and interpreting regional and base-specific planning documents, analyzing land use constraints and opportunities, and drafting recommendations that support mission requirements and environmental objectives. Daily tasks include preparing maps or planning visualizations, contributing to comprehensive and environmental planning studies, and coordinating with project managers and team members to ensure consistent, high-quality deliverables. The planner will also help identify policy and regulatory considerations, support stakeholder engagement activities, and document findings in clear, concise written reports.
Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in Land Use Planning and Land Use, with the ability to assess development patterns and compatibility.
• Knowledge of Regional Planning and Comprehensive Planning practices, including analyzing growth trends and infrastructure needs.
• Background in Environmental Planning, with an understanding of environmental constraints, sustainability goals, and regulatory frameworks.
• Ability to integrate Comprehensive Planning and Land Use Planning concepts into installation or military base planning efforts.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Urban Planning, Regional Planning, Environmental Planning, Geography, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, GIS/map-reading, and written communication skills, with attention to detail in technical documentation.
• Capacity to work independently in a remote setting, manage part-time hours effectively, and meet deadlines for multiple tasks.
• Experience with military installation planning, coastal or island environments, or federal planning processes is preferred.