Associate and Senior Planner Positions (Part-Time)

We are seeking experienced Mid-to-Senior-Level Urban Planners for variable part-time positions for contract staffing assignments to public agencies—for both current and long-range planning projects. These positions are available in our San Diego, Pasadena, Fullerton, and/or Riverside, CA offices. We have current opportunities available and are also establishing a list of potential planners for positions that may become available soon. We appreciate people who require flexibility in their work schedule, as this is a part-time position with varying hours each week. The schedule for each position will depend upon the candidate’s preference and client needs.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborative Teammate Working Directly with Clients: You will work as part of a cross-office, cross-discipline team that provides a full range of planning services to public agencies.
  • Project Work: You will work at MIG offices and/or in a remote capacity to undertake a range of planning work. You will have the opportunity to support a team of planners, designers, and project managers in all aspects of planning projects, including meeting facilitation, research, writing, development of materials, meeting support, content analysis, administration, and client interaction.
  • Project Types: You will work on a range of exciting, broad reaching projects, including comprehensive, specific, downtown, and corridor plans; zoning

Qualifications

Associate Planner Positions

  • A Bachelor’s degree in urban planning or a related field
  • Three or more years of experience working with a city or county in current planning and entitlement processing
  • Strong written and oral communication skills and experience in presentations before advisory bodies and/or city councils
  • Experience in preparing and processing CEQA documents

Senior Planner Positions

  • A Bachelor’s degree in urban planning or a related field
  • Five or more years of experience working with a city or county in the current planning and entitlement processing
  • Project management experience dealing with complex projects
  • Strong written and oral communication skills and experience in presentations before advisory bodies and/or city councils
  • Experience in processing CEQA documents, including Environmental Impact Reports

If you meet the qualifications above and are passionate about supporting a team of dedicated consulting professionals, please submit a cover letter and resume via email to: careers@migcom.com (reference “Southern CA Planner” in the subject line).

MIG values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer; we encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Our teams enjoy a flexible work schedule, a rewarding work environment, and a creative atmosphere that allows for professional development and career advancement opportunities while promoting team spirit and genuine camaraderie. Part-time employees are not eligible for benefits, although they do accrue sick leave. This is an hourly position with eligibility for overtime pay. The pay range for this position is $60-100/hour, commensurate with location, skills, and experience. Candidates may be asked to complete a skills assessment.