City Planner

City Planner
Location: Dowagiac, Michigan
Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite
Salary: $75,000-$90,000
Position Summary
We are seeking a City Planner to join our team in Dowagiac, Michigan. This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional with at least 3 years of experience who is ready to take the next step in their career and play a meaningful role in the community's continued development.


The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with community planning , with particular emphasis on transportation planning and development . This position will work closely with city leadership, residents, developers, community organizations, and other stakeholders to support thoughtful growth and effective planning initiatives.


We are looking for a detail-oriented, highly organized, and strong communicator who can balance technical planning responsibilities with community engagement and relationship building.
Key Responsibilities

• Support and coordinate community planning and development initiatives.
  
  
• Assist with transportation planning , infrastructure planning, and related community development projects.
  
  
• Review development proposals, site plans, zoning applications, and related planning documents.
  
  
• Conduct research and analysis related to land use, transportation, housing, economic development, and community growth.
  
  
• Prepare staff reports, presentations, recommendations, maps, and other planning materials.
  
  
• Work with developers, property owners, residents, businesses, and community organizations regarding planning and development matters.
  
  
• Assist with planning commission, city council, and other public meetings as needed.
  
  
• Communicate planning requirements, policies, and recommendations clearly to internal and external stakeholders.
  
  
• Help administer and implement the City's comprehensive plan, zoning regulations, and other planning policies.
  
  
• Coordinate with regional, county, and state agencies on planning and transportation initiatives.
  
  
• Monitor community development trends and recommend opportunities for improvement.
  
  
• Ensure planning projects and documentation are accurate, thorough, and completed within established timelines.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, City Planning, Community Development, Public Administration, or a related field.
  
  
• At least 3 years of professional planning experience.
  
  
• Hands-on experience with community planning required .
  
  
• Experience with transportation planning strongly preferred.
  
  
• Knowledge of zoning, land use, development review, and municipal planning processes.
  
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  
  
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
  
  
• Ability to analyze information, identify issues, and develop practical recommendations.
  
  
• Comfortable presenting information to elected officials, committees, community members, and other stakeholders.
  
  
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced municipal environment.
  
  
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships throughout the community.
  
  
• Must be willing to work fully onsite in Dowagiac, Michigan .
  
  

Career Opportunity
This is an opportunity for a planner who is ready to move beyond simply supporting projects and take greater ownership of community planning initiatives . The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation of planning experience, excellent communication skills, and the desire to grow into a larger role within municipal government.


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