Our Federal Planning team's core principles guide our daily decisions and the way we interact with our colleagues and clients. The successful candidate will commit to our core principles of:

• Curiosity and Exploration: We are perpetually curious, building on our expert understanding through continued education and progressive problem-solving. We reject complacency and encourage explorative, collaborative thinking.
• Transparency and Trust: We prioritize transparent communication to create long-lasting relationships, fostering a culture of trust and respect.
• Passion for Planning: We deeply believe in our collective potential to create meaningful impacts on the daily life of a community. The quality of our work is fueled by our passion for planning and owning our clients’ interests as if they were our own.

Key Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will support the Federal Master Planning Team and leadership on complex planning studies, spatial data display, research and preparation of plans on resiliency, sustainability, compatible land use, physical, social & economic issues, and provide GIS technical support to all planning team members. Other duties may be assigned.
• Create databases, maps, and graphs using GIS software and related equipment for distribution.
• Develop GIS projects consisting of vector, raster, and tabular data.
• Create, update, and query the database, applying additional knowledge of spatial feature representations.
• Ability to define internal project schedules, graphic components, mapping/planning graphic elements, and writing assignments based on a Scope of Work.
• Design or assist in the design of page layouts, various charts/figures, brochures, posters, slide shows, and provide deliverables in a variety of media formats. Graphic design skills are preferred.
• Follow standard operating procedures and design criteria established by the Department.
• Conduct research to locate and obtain existing databases.
• Gather, analyze, and integrate spatial data and determine how best the information can be displayed using GIS.
• Compile geographic data from a variety of sources, including field observation, satellite imagery, aerial photographs, and existing maps.
• Analyze spatial data for geographic statistics to incorporate into documents and reports.
• Use principles of cartography to manipulate map layouts and associated symbology characteristics while integrating the use of correct coordinate systems, topography, data layers, north arrows, scale bars, and legends while creating aesthetically pleasing map designs.
• Analyze geographic relationships among varying types of data.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Candidates need to be effective verbal and nonverbal communicators. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, etc.) as well as experience with ArcGIS is required. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, specifically InDesign, preferred. Desire to acquire AICP and/or GISP Certification (when professional experience minimums have been satisfied) preferred, but not required. All candidates are required to have the ability to pass a security/background check and security clearance investigation.

• Knowledge of the philosophies, principals, practices & techniques of federal, urban, regional and/or facilities planning.
• Knowledge of principles, methodology, and practices of research, data collection, and interviews.
• Knowledge of planning disciplines and principles such as urban design, environmental and resiliency planning, military planning, economic development, or land use.
• Knowledge of Global Positioning System (GPS) for field data collection, measuring, mapping, drafting, data conversion, and data manipulation.
• Understanding of geodatabase structure and capabilities.
• Advanced English language skills, both written and verbal, to include technical writing/editing experience and a demonstrated ability to write, edit, and deliver planning content.
• Ability to create, read, analyze, and interpret technical material, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Creative problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve less well-defined planning problems.
• Ability to support planning workshops remotely or in person.
• Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for facilitating relationships with elected/appointed officials or other decision-makers.

• Bachelor's Degree in Geography, Planning, Landscape Architecture, or a related field.
• Must have 3-4 years of professional experience (internship experience is applicable);
• Candidates possessing a master’s degree in planning or a related field may substitute this for 2 years’ professional planning experience.

This position requires the candidate to be a U.S. Citizen due to the projects they will be working on.

Background Check: If this position requires a CAC card, CUI Enclave Access and/or a Security Clearance, a background check will be completed.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While primarily performed in an office environment, travel and on-site work may be required, which could involve lifting 50 pounds of documents or equipment, traversing uneven terrain during site visits, and standing for long periods at team meetings.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This work is principally performed in an office environment; however, there are occasional requirements to visit office sites, which may involve working in an office or outdoors. Travel to conferences and client sites is expected to be less than 25% of the time.

Other Skills: Preferential consideration to candidates who are fluent in Adobe Creative Suite and/or have the ability to develop illustrative plans using a range of software or hand skills. Individual must have ample organizational skills, ability to manage time-critical situations to fulfill deadline requirements, and strong ability to work in team situations. Strong communication skills are essential.

• Highly organized and methodical.
• Strong customer service mindset.
• Clear communicator with patience for helping users adopt better practices.
• Able to balance governance with practicality.
• Able to work independently while coordinating with project managers, technical leads, administrative staff, and IT.
• Understands the importance of version control, access control, data quality, and long-term information retrieval.
• Metadata Governance

The salary range for this position is $71,871- $98,822. Please note that Tetra Tech considers various factors in determining pay, including, but not limited to geographic location, qualifications, licensures, certifications, experience, and other skills relevant to the needs of the business. Additional information on our benefits package can be found at Life at Tetra Tech - Tetra Tech.

About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

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