Associate Planner
Hauge Brueck Associates (HBA), a planning and environmental consulting firm based in Sacramento, CA, is seeking a qualified Associate Planner to join our team. This is currently a part-time hourly rate, primarily remote position. The Associate Planner will work independently on assigned projects and will be expected to manage tasks, meet deadlines, communicate effectively with clients and applicants, and exercise sound professional judgment. On-site meetings, site visits, Planning Commission and City Council meetings, and other in-person meetings may be required based on client and project needs. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated land use planner who enjoys working on a variety of projects and is comfortable taking ownership of assignments with limited day-to-day supervision. The position provides an opportunity to work directly with local governments, applicants, property owners, and community members on a range of planning and development issues.
Key Responsibilities
Development Review: Review rezoning, variances, conditional use permits, subdivisions, development permits, design review applications, and other land use applications for compliance with applicable regulations. Environmental Compliance: Assist with environmental assessments and CEQA documentation, including research, analysis, and coordination of CEQA compliance activities. Public and Inter-Agency Relations: Provide professional planning support to Planning Commissions, City Councils, and other public agencies; respond to public inquiries; and make presentations at public meetings. Policy and Ordinance Drafting: Research, prepare, and update municipal codes, General Plan policies and elements, specific plans, ordinances, and other planning documents. Public Counter and Applicant Support: Advise developers, architects, property owners, and members of the public regarding zoning regulations, development standards, land use requirements, and the development review process. Project Management: Independently manage assigned planning tasks and projects, establish priorities, meet deadlines, communicate project status, and coordinate with clients and other consultants as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in urban/city planning, regional planning, public administration, environmental studies, or a closely related field. Experience: 1–3 years of progressively responsible professional planning experience in a city, county, or land use consulting environment. Knowledge: Working knowledge of California planning law, local zoning and development regulations, and CEQA. Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare professional staff reports, correspondence, and presentations. Independent Work: Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple assignments, prioritize competing deadlines, and exercise sound professional judgment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with California local governments or planning consultants. Experience preparing Planning Commission or City Council staff reports and presentations. Familiarity with California housing and land use laws. Experience with CEQA. Experience interpreting and applying municipal zoning codes and General Plans. Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with public agencies, applicants, consultants, and members of the public. About Hauge Brueck Associates HBA is a Sacramento-based planning and environmental consulting firm providing planning services to local governments and private clients throughout California. Our work includes development review, long-range planning, zoning and ordinance development, CEQA, and other municipal planning services. HBA is an equal opportunity employer and offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth. HBA anticipates the hourly pay range for this position to be between $40-$60 per hour depending on applicant qualifications. To Apply: Qualified applicants are encouraged to email their resume and a cover letter to [email protected].