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Dudek

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • California

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor's in Planning or related field, 7+ years of experience, strong communication and analytical skills, and GIS knowledge. Pre-employment drug test and background check required.
  • You will facilitate housing discussions, research best practices, manage projects, and foster collaboration with agencies, leaders, and residents to address housing needs.

Requirements

  • Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in City and Regional Planning or a related field
  • As a federal contractor, successful candidates are required to pass the following pre-employment requirements prior to beginning employment: pre-employment drug test and background check.
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Seven or more years of professional relevant experience
  • Master’s Degree in City and Regional Planning, or related field, is desirable
  • Member of the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) is desirable
  • Excellent verbal communication skills
  • Ability to collaboratively work in a team setting, and professionally represent Dudek in client/agency interactions
  • Working GIS knowledge, e.g. experience with Urban Footprint ArcGIS, etc is a plus.
  • Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills
  • Physical Requirements
  • This job operates in a remote or office-based environment and this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, etc.
  • This job requires occasional project site visits-based outdoors which can include excessive noise, uneven walking surfaces, extreme weather, moving vehicles and equipment.
  • This job requires working on a computer, sitting or standing for long periods of time in an office or remote office setting.
  • This job requires attending meetings, both in person and virtually as well as speaking on the phone with peers, clients, etc. Speaking, hearing and listening are required.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  • Outdoor activity may involve walking/trekking in uneven terrain over long distances in extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time.

Responsibilities

  • Helping public agencies, community leaders and residents come together to resolve housing concerns and developing actionable solutions for meeting their affordable, workforce, and market rate housing requirements
  • Eloquently articulating housing issues and navigating this often-contentious topic in front of clients and community groups
  • Researching what other states and cities are doing to successfully meet their housing needs
  • Taking initiative and championing housing-related pursuits
  • Managing, or assisting with managing, housing-related projects
  • Working both independently and collaboratively
  • Bringing a relaxed, friendly, and collaborative spirit to the Dudekian family

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Planner V.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A Bachelor’s degree in City and Regional Planning or a related field is required for this role.

How many years of experience are preferred for this position?

Seven or more years of professional relevant experience are preferred for this position.

Is a Master's degree beneficial for this role?

Yes, a Master’s Degree in City and Regional Planning, or related field, is desirable for this role.

What certification is considered desirable for candidates?

Membership in the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) is considered desirable for candidates.

What is the proposed salary range for this position?

The proposed salary range for this position is $120,000 - $140,000 annually.

Are there any physical requirements for this job?

Yes, the job may require outdoor activity, including walking in uneven terrain, and involves sitting or standing for long periods in an office or remote setting.

Does Dudek offer benefits?

Yes, Dudek offers a variety of benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, and provides a generous vacation package.

What is Dudek’s culture like?

Dudek's culture emphasizes trust, respect, teamwork, fun, and well-being, and encourages collaboration, sustainability, and innovation among its employee-owners.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, Dudek promotes professional development and career growth for its employees.

What initiatives does Dudek have for community engagement?

Dudek has initiatives like DuGreen, DuGood, eDUcate, and DuWell that focus on sustainability, philanthropy, educational outreach, and wellness.

Is prior experience with housing agencies required?

While not explicitly required, experience partnering with housing agencies such as HCD, HUD, and CAHA is beneficial and encouraged for this role.

What are the working conditions for this job?

This position operates in a remote or office-based environment and includes occasional project site visits outdoors.

What skills are important for candidates to have?

Candidates should possess excellent verbal communication skills, research, writing, analytical skills, and be comfortable working collaboratively in a team setting.

Does the company have any Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)?

Yes, Dudek has ERGs that support diverse groups, including women, LGBTQ+ community members, BIPOC employees, and disabled employees.

What is the company's stance on diversity and inclusivity?

Dudek recognizes that different perspectives and inclusivity build a stronger culture and encourages a safe space for underrepresented employees and their allies.

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Dudek

Empowering our employee-owners to Du More for our clients and communities.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1980
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We are an environmental and engineering firm with more than 600 planners, scientists, engineers, contractors, and support staff. We assist private and public clients on a broad range of projects focused on improving communities, infrastructure, and the natural environment. From planning, design, and permitting through construction, we help move projects forward through the complexities of regulatory compliance, budgetary and schedule constraints, and conflicting stakeholder interests. We specialize in energy, water infrastructure, water treatment, mobility, urban development, education, and healthcare projects. Dudek was founded in 1980 by Frank Dudek. Joe Monaco serves as president and CEO and leads our employee-owned company, which has offices throughout the United States, including California, Oregon, Hawai'i, Florida, and Virginia. Mission: We deliver excellence to clients by planning, designing, permitting, and building projects that enhance our natural and built environments.