Urban Planner (Junior to Intermediate) Job at Dyett & Bhatia, Oakland, CA

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  • Dyett & Bhatia
  • Oakland, CA

Job Description

Job Description

Come join our creative and passionate team shaping cities across California! 

ABOUT US

Dyett & Bhatia is a leading boutique urban planning consulting firm, based in Oakland, spearheading long-range planning projects for cities that address the key challenges of our time, across California and beyond. Sustainable placemaking is at the core of what we do, and environmental justice, public health, and climate resilience are principal considerations in our work. Visit to find out more about us. 

POSITION 

We are looking for a creative and passionate urban planner to be a team-member on ongoing assignments. Position will involve research and analysis; writing reports and plans; and assisting with community outreach and project coordination. Projects include general and specific plans, area plans, zoning, and environmental review. Ideal candidates will have exposure to California planning practice, geographic familiarity with the state, and background/interest in one or more of the following areas: 

  • Land use planning
  • Sustainability and climate resiliency
  • Environmental planning/CEQA

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Candidates must have:

  • Exceptional writing, research, and analytical skills
  • Effective verbal communication skills and an ability to work collaboratively in teams
  • Graduate degree in urban planning or closely related field or commensurate experience 
  • Some prior planning-related work experience

Expertise in Adobe CC (InDesign and Illustrator) and GIS is desirable; however, this is not a graphic design or GIS position.

Hiring level is open and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including experienced planners.

Candidates must hold a valid driver’s license and be able to travel occasionally. 

This is a hybrid WFH/in-office position. Successful candidate will need to be based in or willing to relocate to the Bay Area and work part of the week in office. D&B’s office is in the vibrant Piedmont Avenue neighborhood in Oakland, with numerous cafés and restaurants within two blocks. 

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Salary dependent upon qualifications and experience. Expected starting salary + bonus range $80,000 to $100,000 (corresponding to graduate degree and one to four years’ experience). Benefits include paid vacation and sick leave, health and disability insurance, retirement plan match, and professional development allowance.

HOW TO APPLY

Please email resume, cover letter/email, and a writing sample (in PDF format) to  jobs@dyettandbhatia.com.

Job Tags

Work experience placement, Work at office, Work from home, Relocation,

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