Join Our Team at the Southern Georgia Regional Commission!
The Southern Georgia Regional Commission (SGRC) Planning Division is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Planner I. This is an excellent opportunity for Urban Planning professionals to assist in planning and community development efforts throughout the 18-county Southern Georgia region.
About the Position: The Planner I position provides professional and technical planning assistance to SGRC’s member local governments.
Work includes:
- Comprehensive Plans and long-range community planning
- Transportation Planning, with a focus on bicycle and pedestrian mobility
- Public engagement, presentations, and stakeholder coordination
- Demographic and GIS-based data analysis
- Zoning and subdivision reviews
- Development regulations and ordinance updates
The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, detail-oriented researcher, and effective writer who is comfortable working with local officials, community stakeholders, and the public.
Key Responsibilities
- Research, draft, update, and present comprehensive plans, transportation studies, and other long-range planning documents
- Assist with public meetings, workshops, and community outreach
- Assist local governments with zoning, subdivision review, and land development code updates
- Conduct demographic, socio-economic, GIS, and transportation-related data analysis specifically with a bicycle and pedestrian safety program
- Prepare planning reports, maps, graphics, and presentations
- Support department and senior planners on multi-disciplinary planning projects
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Political Science, Geography, GIS, Environmental Studies, or related
- 1-3 years of experience in planning, land use, transportation, or a related area; or an equivalent combination of training and experience
- Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills
- Experience in Microsoft Office Suite and proficiency in keyboarding
- Valid Georgia Class C Driver’s License and acceptable MVR
- Successful background check and drug test
Work Environment & Schedule
Office location will be in Valdosta, GA. Excellent benefits package included. Salary competitive and DOE/Q (depending on experience and qualifications).
To apply, please submit your application, resume, and cover letter to jlbennett@sgrc.us. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The position remains open until filled.
The SGRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.