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03/09/2020
Community Planner
Brandstetter Carroll Inc.
Brandstetter Carroll Inc. (BCI) is a firm of Architects, Engineers, Landscape Architects, and Planners founded in 1979 to provide professional services to public sector clients. Over the past 40 years, BCI has grown to a staff of 60 with offices in Lexington (KY), Cincinnati (OH), Cleveland (OH), and Dallas (TX). The firm offers a dynamic workplace that nurtures innovation and collaboration. Our Lexington office seeks an entry or midlevel professional with a degree in urban planning or a related field to assist with planning projects. Most projects will be parks, recreation, open space, and trails related needs assessments, strategic plans, feasibility studies, and master plans.
RESPONSIBILITIES/TASKS • Prepare planning documents • Create and modify documents, spreadsheets, databases, and figures • Assist with public engagement using a variety of strategies • Formulate planning recommendations • Review, analyze, and summarize previously prepared studies and reports • Communicate with outside agencies and clients to exchange and manage data • Must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously INTERPERSONAL
REQUIREMENTS • Maintain an enthusiastic attitude • Address conflict and contribute opinions in a direct and open way at the time of the discussion; initiate one-on-one conversations with individuals to resolve issues • Champion new ideas and encourage others to do the same • Work across boundaries to create and contribute to an inspirational work environment
TIME AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS • Able to commit 40-50 hours per week • Available some evenings and weekends • Overnight travel may be required • Airplane travel may be required • Work may be necessary outside normal office hours • Must maintain a valid driver’s license
WORK EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIREMENTS • Experience in planning, data analysis, and report writing and preparation • Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills • Possess strong research and analytical skills • Be receptive and adaptive to change • Be proficient at typing and in the use of the following programs: Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. The following are not required, but would be helpful: InDesign, Photoshop, ArcGIS, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and similar programs. • Resumes will be evaluated relative to experience and knowledge.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree program in a relevant field (e.g., Urban Planning; Community and Regional Planning; Landscape Architecture, Geography; Public Administration, or other applicable discipline) from an accredited college
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This work may include, but is not limited to, the following physical activities: sitting, standing, walking, lifting, pulling and/or pushing, grasping, reaching, stooping and crouching, reading, finger dexterity, color determination, repetitive motions, speaking, hearing, and visual acuity.
BENEFITS • Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance • Long-Term and Short-Term Disability • Life and AD&D Insurance • Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Days • Discounted gym membership • 401(k) Savings Plan • Tuition reimbursement plan Brandstetter Carroll, Inc. (BCI) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BCI does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
Send resumes to: Debbie Winn – dwinn@bciaep.com www.brandstettercarroll.com
