Description
MILITARY VETERANS
WHO WE ARE
Supported by more than 3,400 employees in nearly 100 locations across the United States, we provide a full continuum of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction, and program management. Our clients include U.S. federal, state, and municipal governments, and a wide range of private commercial and residential development clients. Michael Baker is committed to delivering a standard of excellence that fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technological advancement to help solve our clients’ complex challenges.
PLANNING PRACTICE
We create, integrate, visualize and communicate planning concepts as they move from the initial vision through implementation. Our planning professionals build strong client partnerships, working with residents, businesses developers, educational and medical organizations, state and local governments, the military, and other federal agencies to successfully plan the future of their communities or institutions. At Michael Baker International, we focus on people and places, improving communities, and creating more sustainable, convenient, equitable, healthful, efficient, and attractive places.
DESCRIPTION
Michael Baker International is seeking a Planning Technical Assistant (Planner I) to join our team in our Santa Ana, CA office.
The Planning Department in Santa Ana is an expanding department that is focused on utilizing our expertise to shape Southern California’s landscape. The Planning Technical Assistant position will provide technical support for the entitlement planning services practice, primarily focusing on processing development applications and plans and permitting with opportunities to support other planning initiatives. Other opportunities to support would include fostering agency and client relations. We are part of a multi-disciplinary team supporting other departments with implementing infrastructure projects related to land development, transportation, and surface water. Michael Baker accommodates those that wish to work remotely, however, this position will require a hybrid schedule and driving to agency offices, site visits and similar field work.
The duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
- Assist in the preparation of written technical planning studies and recommendations.
- Conduct analytical research with supervision on planning issues related to ongoing projects.
- Prepare and update project schedules and excel files to manage and track project status.
- Conduct field work as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience: Proven work experience as a Technical Assistant or in a similar role.
- Organizational Skills: Highly organized and able to multitask across multiple projects.
- Attention to Detail: Strong focus on accuracy and problem-solving.
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Landscape Architecture or a related discipline and 0 – 2 years of experience with related projects.
- Possesses strong analytical skills, excellent writing and oral communications skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and Adobe Suite. Experience with GIS and/or AutoCAD and/ or Bluebeam preferred.
COMPENSATION
The salary range for this position is $66,000-$90,000. This will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate.
BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401K Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability
- Professional and personal development
- Generous paid time off
- Commuter and wellness benefits
WORKPLACE FLEXIBILITY: Whether you want to work in the office, at home, or in a hybrid model, we accommodate a variety of preferences. We recognize our employees face many factors when it comes to selecting the best work location, and we are passionate about providing options and flexibility.