We appreciate your interest in Mackenzie! Due to an expanding project base, we are looking for qualified and motivated individuals for full-time Urban and Land use planning position in our Seattle, Washington office.
Mackenzie is a regional design firm with offices in Portland, Sacramento, and Vancouver and Seattle Washington. Project types include site development and site selection services; economic development; policy planning; zoning and comprehensive plan development; subarea planning to support community growth and economic development; and due diligence/entitlement for institutional, commercial, industrial, and municipal development projects. This position requires the ability to address multiple concurrent tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced and collaborative work environment. We have a vibrant and active corporate culture that supports employee growth and rewards high performing employees.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree in urban planning, architecture, landscape architecture, geography, or related field and minimum of 3 years of demonstrated work experience in the field
A general understanding and/or experience in the following areas:
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Oregon, Washington, or California zoning, building, environmental/natural resources, transportation, and related development codes and land use laws
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Oregon, Washington, or California land use and entitlement approval processes and procedures
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Market elements of real estate
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Preparing land use application packages and procedural requirements for land use approvals
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Technical experience and proficiency in application and use of ArcGIS
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative suites and related software
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Good written and verbal communication skills
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Ability to effectively work with clients, firm staff, and agency personnel
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
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Preparation and monitoring of project schedule and follow-up with appropriate agencies and project personnel
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Permit coordination and permit expediting including assistance preparing application submittals, monitoring jurisdiction reviews, and assistance in submittal response documentation
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GIS-related mapping assistance
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Assistance in project permitting and land development regulatory aspects of civil/site design and transportation planning projects
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Investigation/research of zoning, demographics, property/site information, and other due diligence tasks
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Preparation and coordination of project materials for special reports and entitlement applications
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Interaction with public agencies in support of land use applications and building permits
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Assistance in report writing, graphic creation, and report and application compilation for land use applications, master plans, and similar products
Salary Range is $78,000 to $95,000
At Mackenzie, we work a hybrid office schedule; all staff work in-office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with an option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefits:
At Mackenzie, we invest in the well-being of our employees, both in and outside the workplace. Over the course of 60+ years in business, Mackenzie has created a vibrant employee culture.
By providing support for young families, and a transition plan for those nearing retirement, we nurture professional development through every stage of a long career.
We foster an active culture, engaging in our community and taking advantage of local sports, recreational, and cultural events.
Mackenzie offers:
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Health, Vision, Dental Insurance Coverage
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Cigna Traditional PPO
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Cigna High Deductible Health Plan
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Flexible Spending Account
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Paid Time Off
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Typical Paid Holidays
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Two Floater Holidays
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18 days of Paid Time Off earned per year
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Paid Volunteer Time
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Paid Parental Leave
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Paid Bereavement Leave
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Transportation Benefits Options
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Company-Funded Profit-Sharing Plan/Employee 401k
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Bonus Programs
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Disability and Life Insurance
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Supplemental Insurance Options through Mutual of Omaha
