JOB DESCRIPTION

Associate Planner

Posting Summary

Oversee land use regulatory processes and related permitting components of all major projects, including new construction and major renovations. Monitor and advocate for the University in the regulatory arena, locally, state, and regionally. The Associate Planner is a key player in the long range land use master planning for the institution including involvement in updating of the Campus Plan and assessing project compliance with master planning principles and premises. Represent the University related to stormwater projects and impacts to ensure compliance with all federal, State and local municipality regulatory requirements.

Utilize political proficiencies and negotiating tactics thorough understanding of municipal and state land use, stormwater regulations, and landscape design principles. Apply expertise in landscape design to integrate sustainable, functional, and aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces that align with campus planning objectives. Act as primary contact with local, state and regional planning agencies related to land use issues. Report to the Associate Director of Planning; collaborate with the second Associate Planner in the department.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Bachelor's degree in land use, urban planning, landscape architecture, ecological design, engineering or related field. American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) planning certificate or eligibility to take the certification exam required.

Five or more years' experience in of land use and/or urban planning, engineering, landscape architecture, ecological design, or related fields, including regulatory processes required. Demonstrated knowledge of landscape architecture principles, ecological design practices, and sustainable development strategies.

Familiarity with the local planning community including the State of Vermont's Act 250 land use criterion, local municipalities' regulatory processes, and stormwater regulations required. Knowledge of legal public hearing proceedings required.

Demonstrated experience utilizing computers for planning, such as AutoCAD, GIS, spreadsheets, word processing, presentation software, and relational databases.

Desirable Qualifications

Anticipated Pay Range

70,000-82,750

Other Information

This position requires frequent attendance at regulatory and community evening meetings on a regular basis.

Special Conditions

A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position

FLSA

Exempt

Union Position

Yes, UVMSU

Job Location

Burlington, Vermont, United States

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

1/9/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Department

Planning Design & Construction/11105

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE

37.5

Term (months per year)

12

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