As a Senior Planner with M-Group you will have the opportunity to manage complex development applications for municipal clients in compliance with local zoning regulations, comprehensive plans and state laws including CEQA analysis. Planners at the Senior level will: conduct development and architectural design review; analyze graphic, technical and land use data; prepare and present findings and analysis; review applications for CEQA conformance and prepare CEQA documentation; coordinate and attend meetings with agency staff, project proponents and interested parties; prepare detailed staff reports, resolutions and findings; prepare and give presentations to decision makers and the public; conduct building plan checks; and provide and explain detailed information to the public.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Excellent written, verbal and organizational skills. The Senior Planner level requires a minimum of 5-years prior experience working for a local government planning department, preferably with a California City jurisdiction. At least 2 years prior experience required at the Senior level. A Master’s degree may substitute for one of the required years of experience.

JOB LOCATION: Campbell and Santa Rosa, CA and various nearby jurisdictions

HOW TO APPLY: Send resume to:  jobs@m-group.us

WHY JOIN M-GROUP?

BECAUSE WE THINK OF THE FUTURE

We are a socially responsible firm and work to address pressing issues in our evolving communities. We underscore our work with a commitment to respect the natural and man-made environments by planning for long-term sustainability.

BECAUSE WE ARE DEDICATED TO THE PROFESSION

We hire the most talented and experienced planners and give them the support they need to expand their knowledge and passion. As a firm and as planners, we uphold the AICP Code of Ethics in everything we do.

BECAUSE WE ARE COMMITTED TO OUR STAFF

Our company culture encourages M-Group staff to think big, have fun, and create great plans for our communities. We work in an open, mutually supportive, and collaborative manner. We strive to retain employees by providing job satisfaction and solid paths to meaningful work and career growth.

A NEW DESIGN ON URBAN PLANNING

Our story is one of teamwork, innovation and collaboration. We provide planning expertise to a wide range of public sector clients in the Bay Area. We foster the creativity and expertise of our planners by providing the right environment for initiative and self-determination. We believe that by supporting our teammates’ curiosity and continuing self-improvement our firm will continue to grow our in-house talent and potential.

… AND THE BENEFITS

99% Employer Paid Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Profit Sharing

Retirement Plan with 3% Employer contribution after 1 year

12 Paid Vacation Days

Paid Sick Leave

12 Paid Holidays

Short & Long Term Disability

Professional Development Reimbursement

Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits