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LaBella Associates was established in 1978 and is a certified Great Place To Work. We are headquartered in Rochester, NY with offices across New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Virginia, Tennessee, North and South Carolina, Alabama, and Madrid, Spain. LaBella is a multi-disciplined architectural and engineering firm dedicated to client satisfaction through teamwork, respect, and trust. We provide services that take a project from start to finish-from an initial study to determine a project's feasibility to construction administration and start up, and everything in between.

LaBella Associates' Planning Group seeks a Planner to join one of our Upstate NY offices. Our planning team partners closely with municipalities to provide planning and zoning support that strengthens communities and drives sustainable growth. We specialize in community planning, area and neighborhood planning, zoning and land use regulations, revitalization strategies, environmental planning, grant services, and robust community engagement.
The ideal candidate will have experience in community planning, zoning, engagement and data analysis. The candidate may also participate in a broad range of other planning services offered by LaBella Associates including revitalization planning, housing analysis, grants, and community engagement. Excellent writing, communication and interpersonal skills are essential for the position.
Responsibilities
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated with an eagerness to learn any of these duties. Some of the duties the candidate may be involved in include:

• Assisting in preparing reports and analyses including land use plans, strategic downtown/economic development plans, and area/neighborhood plans.
• Preparing maps for reports and planning/development analyses.
• Assisting with grants.
• Assistance with environmental reviews
• Participating in public meetings and community engagement.

Salary Range: $62,000 - $72,000 per year

The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Requirements

Desired Skills

• Understanding of the principles and practices of planning and economic development.
• GIS Mapping
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Graphic skills
• Self-motivated with an eagerness to learn
• Outgoing personality

Qualifications

• Master's in urban planning, public administration, or a related field and 1-2 years of experience. Candidates with a bachelor's degree will also be considered;
• AICP preferred or on track to achieve certification;
• Proficiency with a variety of computer software including Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, ArcGIS, online applications and mobile applications; and

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet-LaBella's benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.