[Hiring] Senior or Mid-Level Federal Planner @Marstel-Day, LLC

Role Description

Marstel-Day, LLC, a premier environmental, planning, and sustainability consulting firm, is seeking a Mid-level or Senior-level Planner to support innovative solutions for:

• Community planning
• Facilities planning
• Master planning
• Resilience planning
• Engagement and facilitation
• Partnership development
• Other planning requirements

The Planner will support federal planning requirements with the Department of Defense (DOD) and may also support requirements for:

• The National Park Service (NPS)
• The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
• The Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
• Other federal agencies
• State and local governments
• Private entities
• Nongovernmental organizations

This position may be hired as a Mid-Level Planner or a Senior Planner. Strong candidates will possess:

• Exceptional research, analysis, and writing skills
• Personal motivation and a creative approach to project execution
• Strong knowledge of community planning processes
• Excellent written, graphic, and verbal communication skills
• Federal project management and/or team leadership experience (for senior-level candidates)
• Client engagement skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, landscape architecture, geography, public policy, or similar fields; Master’s degree is a plus
• Certification through the American Institute of Certified Planners is a strong plus
• Other certifications in areas of landscape architecture, LEED, Sustainable Sites, charrette facilitation, GIS, or similar areas are a benefit
• Experience for federal projects is a strong plus
• Mid-level candidates require 3+ years of relevant experience
• Senior-level candidates require 7+ years of relevant experience
• Self-motivation and ability to work independently in a flexible work environment is required
• Intellectual curiosity paired with a high level of organization and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required
• Technical skills with Adobe Creative Suite, CAD, GIS, similar software tools, and/or hand renderings is a strong plus

Requirements

• Up to 15% travel is required to support charrettes, workshops, meetings, and site visits
• Be eligible to work in the U.S. (DHS Form I-9 must be completed and submitted to DHS for verification of citizenship and eligibility through E-Verify)
• Submit to a background check as a condition of any final offer of employment
• If required, submit to background and credit checks to obtain and maintain a secret clearance

Benefits

• Flexible work environment
• Competitive salaries and benefits
• Salary range for Mid-Level Planner: $72K-95K
• Salary range for Senior Planner: $85K-130K
• Access to a Company provided health plan and 401(k) plan
• Disability and life insurance coverage
• Holiday and personal leave accruals
• Other benefits

Application Requirements

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Marstel-Day Employment Page

At a minimum, please submit a resume and GPA for consideration. We will eventually need:

• 3 professional and/or academic references
• A copy of your unofficial college transcripts
• A writing sample

Essential Functions Description

• Meet established deadlines for project-based tasks
• Possess excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy

Marstel-Day provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and takes applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, military status, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. The Company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and takes affirmative action to develop and promote a diverse workforce.

Military Friendly Employer

Marstel-Day is a certified Virginia Values Veterans (V3) employer. We respect and value the service of our veterans and their families. Marstel-Day is committed to hiring transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses.