Job Description
Join the City of New Orleans' prestigious Planning Commission to shape the future of America's most vibrant city. We're seeking a dynamic Senior Urban Planner to lead transformative community development initiatives in post-Katrina revitalization efforts. This full-time government position offers unparalleled benefits including pension plans, comprehensive health coverage, and tuition reimbursement.
As a cornerstone of Louisiana's public service, you'll work directly with neighborhood associations, federal agencies, and private developers to implement equitable growth strategies. Your expertise will directly impact coastal resilience projects, historic preservation initiatives, and affordable housing policies that define New Orleans' unique urban landscape.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive zoning ordinances and land use policies for 7 distinct city districts
- Lead public hearings and community engagement sessions with diverse stakeholders
- Analyze environmental impact reports for coastal protection infrastructure projects
- Coordinate FEMA compliance for flood mitigation planning across 5 parishes
- Manage $2M annual capital improvement budget for urban renewal projects
- Oversee historic preservation tax credit applications for French Quarter properties
- Prepare grant proposals for HUD Community Development Block Grants
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, or related field
- 5+ years progressive experience in municipal planning or government
- LA AICP certification or ability to obtain within 6 months
- Advanced proficiency in GIS software (ArcGIS Pro) and CAD
- Expertise in FEMA floodplain mapping and coastal zone regulations
- Proven grant writing success with federal/state funding agencies
- Valid Louisiana driver's license with clean record
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred