• Associate Planner

    University Of Vermont (Burlington, VT)


    Position Details

    Advertising/Posting Title Associate Planner

    Posting Summary

    Oversee land use regulatory processes and related permitting components of all major projects, including new construction and major renovations. Monitor and advocate for the University in the regulatory arena, locally, state, and regionally. The Associate Planner is a key player in the long range land use master planning for the institution including involvement in updating of the Campus Plan and assessing project compliance with master planning principles and premises. Represent the University related to stormwater projects and impacts to ensure compliance with all federal, State and local municipality regulatory requirements.

     

    Utilize political proficiencies and negotiating tactics thorough understanding of municipal and state land use, stormwater regulations, and landscape design principles. Apply expertise in landscape design to integrate sustainable, functional, and aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces that align with campus planning objectives. Act as primary contact with local, state and regional planning agencies related to land use issues. Report to the Associate Director of Planning; collaborate with the second Associate Planner in the department.

    Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

    Bachelor’s degree in land use, urban planning, landscape architecture, ecological design, engineering or related field. American Institute of Certified Planners ( AICP ) planning certificate or eligibility to take the certification exam required.

     

    Five or more years’ experience in of land use and/or urban planning, engineering, landscape architecture, ecological design, or related fields, including regulatory processes required. Demonstrated knowledge of landscape architecture principles, ecological design practices, and sustainable development strategies.

     

    Familiarity with the local planning community including the State of Vermont’s Act 250 land use criterion, local municipalities’ regulatory processes, and stormwater regulations required. Knowledge of legal public hearing proceedings required.

     

    Demonstrated experience utilizing computers for planning, such as AutoCAD, GIS , spreadsheets, word processing, presentation software, and relational databases.

    Desirable Qualifications

    Anticipated Pay Range 70,000-82,750

     

    Other Information

     

    This position requires frequent attendance at regulatory and community evening meetings on a regular basis.

     

    Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position

     

    FLSA Exempt

     

    Union Position Yes, UVMSU

     

    Posting Details

     

    Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

     

    Job Location Burlington, Vermont, United States

     

    Job Open Date 11/17/2025

     

    Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

     

    Open Until Filled No

    Our Common Ground Statement

    The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

    Position Information

    Position Title Fac Eng, Design & Plan PC3 X

     

    Posting Number S5825PO

     

    Department Planning Design & Construction/11105

     

    Position Number 017295

     

    Percent of Full-Time 1.0

     

    Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5

     

    Term (months per year) 12

     

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    Documents Needed to Apply

    Required Documents

    + Resume

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