Regional Planner
Northwest Arkansas Regional Planning Commission
Springdale, AR United States
How to Apply
URL: NoneRegional Planner
The Northwest Arkansas Regional Planning Commission (NWARPC) is the lead agency for transportation planning serving as the region's federally-designated Metropolitan Planning Organization.
The NWARPC Regional Planner plans, performs, leads, and directs city, regional, and metropolitan planning duties in the development of regional plans, local plans, and implementing ordinances.
This work includes management of technical and non-technical projects in support of policy and plan development, coordination and planning with local and state governments and transportation stakeholders, public participation activities to engage and involve the broader community, and project programming and related activities for all travel modes. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical benefits and retirement. Salary is negotiable, depending on experience.
Education and Experience:
Requires a bachelor's degree in planning, geography, public administration or closely related field and five years of related planning work experience, preferably at the local government level in current and long-range planning. Five years of project management experience required.
Licenses and Certification:
Preferred - Certification from American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP).
Valid driver's license.
Application Process:
Applicants may apply by submitting their resume to tconklin@nwarpc.org. Position is open until filled.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
NWARPC is an equal opportunity employer does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, national origin, religion or disability, in the admission, access to and treatment in NWARPC's programs and activities, as well as the NWARPC's hiring or employment practices.