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Hybrid Land Use Associate

San Francisco, CA · Hybrid

$225K - $265K/yr

... land use, planning and zoning - Proven ability to represent clients (property owners, developers, tenants, or municipalities) throughout the land entitlement and development process. Strong ...

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Hybrid Land Use Associate

Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid

$225K - $265K/yr

... land use, planning and zoning - Proven ability to represent clients (property owners, developers, tenants, or municipalities) throughout the land entitlement and development process. Strong ...

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Hybrid Land Use Associate

San Diego, CA · Hybrid

$225K - $265K/yr

... land use, planning and zoning - Proven ability to represent clients (property owners, developers, tenants, or municipalities) throughout the land entitlement and development process. Strong ...

Door County, WI

Planner

Sturgeon Bay, WI · On-site

$71K/yr

Within the County organization, the Land Use Services Department oversees zoning administration, land use planning, environmental protection, and compliance with applicable county and state ...

Kimley-Horn

Land Planner

Mesa, AZ

Land use/comprehensive planning * Urban design * Community redevelopment * Private sector ... Bachelor's DegreeEmployment Type: FULL_TIME

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How much do full time land use planner jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time land use planner in the United States is $82,481.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,500.00 and $97,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Land Use Planner vs Part Time Land Use Planner?

AspectFull Time Land Use PlannerPart Time Land Use Planner
Work HoursTypically 35-40 hours per weekLess than 20 hours per week
CertificationsUsually requires relevant certifications (e.g., AICP)May require similar certifications but on a part-time basis
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, field visits, public meetingsFlexible, often remote or part-time office work
Employer UsageMunicipalities, planning agencies, consulting firmsSame as full-time, often for specific projects or consulting

Full Time Land Use Planners work regular hours and are employed full-time by organizations, while Part Time Land Use Planners work fewer hours, often on specific projects or consulting basis. Both roles require similar credentials and operate in comparable environments, but differ mainly in hours and commitment level.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Land Use Planner job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 85% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,481 per year, or $39.7 per hour.

Land Use Planner - Development Review

Greater Nashville Regional Council

Nashville, TN • On-site

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Salary: $55,000 Minimum DOE

The Greater Nashville Regional Council (GNRC) is seeking an experienced land use planner to join its Community and Regional Planning Department. GNRC facilitates the development of regional plans for transportation, solid waste, economic development, and a growing list of additional issues. At the local level, GNRC provides subscription-based staffing support to municipal and county planning commissions and develops local comprehensive plans and zoning ordinances on a fee-for-service basis.


The duties of the land use planner include:

  • Providing professional planning and technical assistance to local communities to include reviewing site plans, preliminary and final plats, and conditional use and zoning permits for compliance with adopted plans, policies, and regulations;
  • Assisting with the development of community plans by 1) documenting and analyzing existing conditions and trends, 2) identifying and assessing best practices and tools, and 3) recommending policies, actions, or investment strategies tailored to address the specific planning objectives;
  • Preparing and presenting staff reports to planning boards, boards of zoning appeals, stakeholder organizations, and the general public;
  • Conducting research and analysis on planning issues to develop recommended updates to local or regional plans, policies, and regulations;
  • Assisting with the development of maps and data visualizations using ArcGIS and other planning applications;
  • Remaining current on state and federal regulations that govern or guide the various planning processes; and
  • Performing other special projects as assigned by the Director of Community and Regional Planning.


Qualifications: The preferred candidate will have practical experience in current planning for a municipal or county government and in the preparation of long-range comprehensive plans at the local or regional level. A masters degree in community and regional planning or a related field is required, along with at least two years of professional experience. A bachelors degree and four years of experience in planning may be substituted for the masters degree. Foreign degrees and credentials will be considered.


Compensation: The starting pay rate will be subject to experience and qualifications. GNRC offers a fully paid pension through the Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System and provides a dollar for dollar match to a 401k up to 3% of gross salary. Inquire for more information about benefits.


Remote Work Policy:While GNRC provides flexibility for remote/hybrid working conditions, this is not a remote position. The selected candidate will be expected to work from the GNRC office with regularity.


Travel Expectations:This position will require regular travel throughout the Middle Tennessee area during and after normal business hours to attend daytime and evening local planning meetings. A valid drivers license and access to personal transportation is required.


About GNRC:The Greater Nashville Regional Council was established by the TN General Assembly as an association of local governments empowered to convene local and state leaders for the purposes of planning and programming state and federal investments into a range of social services and public infrastructure. GNRC serves as the regions federally-recognized Area Agency on Aging and Disability (AAAD), Economic Development District (EDD) and administers the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) on behalf of the Nashville Area MPO Transportation Policy Board . More information is available atGNRC.org.


Position open until filled.

GNRC is an EOE, AA Employer