Senior Planner

We're seeking an experienced Senior Planner to join our growing team at Urban37, Inc. in a part-time, fully remote role supporting a municipal agency in the San Francisco Bay Area. This position offers approximately 10 hours per week, with a focus on preparing staff reports, providing professional planning support, and assisting City staff with a variety of planning projects and assignments. Success in this position means delivering thoughtful, accurate, and timely planning services while working independently, communicating effectively, and representing Urban37 with professionalism, integrity, and care. What You'll Do Prepare comprehensive, well-written staff reports, findings, resolutions, and conditions of approval for Planning Commission, City Council, and other public hearings. Review and analyze development applications for consistency with applicable zoning regulations, General Plans, municipal codes, and local and state planning requirements. Provide professional planning support for discretionary applications, land use entitlements, and other municipal planning projects as assigned. Conduct research and prepare technical analyses, recommendations, and planning-related correspondence. Assist with the interpretation and application of California planning laws, zoning ordinances, and environmental regulations, including CEQA. Coordinate remotely with City staff, applicants, consultants, and other stakeholders to support efficient project processing and decision-making. Support special projects, policy updates, and other current or long-range planning assignments as needed. Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible professional planning experience, preferably in a municipal or municipal consulting environment. Demonstrated experience preparing staff reports, findings, resolutions, and recommendations for Planning Commission and City Council consideration. Strong knowledge of California land use planning laws, CEQA, zoning regulations, General Plans, and municipal planning processes. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail. Ability to independently manage assignments, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality work with minimal supervision. Experience coordinating with municipal staff, applicants, and other agencies in a professional and solution-oriented manner. Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, City and Regional Planning, Public Administration, or a closely related field. AICP certification is a plus. Why You'll Love Working Here Fully remote work with a part-time schedule of approximately 10 hours per week. The opportunity to use your expertise to make a meaningful impact in Bay Area communities. Interesting and diverse municipal planning assignments that keep you engaged. A supportive, tight-knit team that feels more like family than coworkers. A culture built on collaboration, respect, and humor. We work hard, help each other, and celebrate wins together. Additional benefits may be available based on employment classification and eligibility. Compensation Senior Planner: $65.00 to $85.00 per hour, based on experience, qualifications, and municipal planning expertise. Schedule: Part-Time, approximately 10 hours per week Employment Type: Part-Time #J-18808-Ljbffr