[Massplanners] Watertown MA Senior Planner - Open Space

[Schreiber, Gideon]

All,



I wanted to share this great opportunity in Watertown.  Feel free to reach out our HR department with questions and to apply: https://www.watertown-ma.gov/253/City-Employment-Opportunities



The City of Watertown is a thriving community in Greater Boston's inner core with walkable neighborhoods, strong commercial corridors, and a growing team of professional planners. The City has a strong commitment to sustainability, with the passage of an ambitious climate plan, and three new net-zero schools. Watertown has recently completed a comprehensive plan update and will be working in the coming year to update zoning and complete an area plan for Watertown Square that will improve the public realm and implement the MBTA communities act. Watertown has seen significant new commercial growth in recent years, particularly in the life sciences sector. The City is seeking to expand and improve open space, support small businesses, provide additional housing opportunities, build a sustainable multi-modal transportation network, prioritize walkable urban design solutions and grow upon the commitment to thoughtful long-range planning and its implementation.



Watertown is growing its planning team in the Department of Community Development and Planning. The team includes Planners working on current planning programs, transportation, housing, environmental protection, and arts/culture.



The City of Watertown is seeking to fill a key role in this team, a Senior Planner for Open Space. The City is seeking an individual who is passionate about designing great parks, playgrounds and recreation areas. This person will be responsible in the collaborations with community members, our DPW department and Recreation department, and construction contractors for the design and development of the many open spaces in our City's capital plan. Visit the City of Watertown's employment page for job details



Senior Planner - Open Space - Community Development and Planning

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture, Planning or related field; Master's Degree preferred; four to six years of planning and/or design experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Recommended Minimum Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture, Planning or related field; Master's Degree preferred; four to six years of planning and/or design experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Ability and Skill: Knowledge: Knowledge of landscape design, urban design, environmental, conservation, historic preservation and planning issues and funding. Knowledge of related city, state and federal laws and regulations.

Ability: Ability to work independently, conduct independent research and analyze and interpret results. Ability to analyze problems, prepare reports and formulate recommendations. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with local officials, consultants and the general public.

Skill: Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Excellent oral presentation, planning and organizational skills. Proficient computer application and software skills, including Microsoft Office and GIS mapping.

Education, Training and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture, Planning or related field; Master's Degree preferred; four to six years of planning and/or design experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Salary: $66,041 to $81,224 annually, commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

Application deadline: Open until filled.

Download the Senior Planner - Open Space - Community Development and Planning job posting (PDF)<https://www.watertown-ma.gov/asset/2c85e827-ce1e-4495-8435-22b9de30fdfc>



Gideon Schreiber, AICP, Assistant Director of Planning
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Community Development & Planning
City of Watertown, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA 02472
(617) 972-6417 ext 12164
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