PLANNER/SENIOR PLANNER 1

The Senior Planner I position at Pioneer Valley Planning Commission focuses on environmental planning, particularly climate resilience and action. Responsibilities include conducting greenhouse gas emissions inventories, collaborating with municipalities on Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP), and implementing grant-funded activities. Candidates should have experience in environmental planning and strong analytical skills. This is a full-time position based in Springfield, MA.
About the position

The Senior Planner I position at the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission (PVPC) is focused on environmental planning, particularly in the areas of climate resilience and climate action. The role involves a variety of planning tasks, including greenhouse gas emissions inventorying and collaborating with member municipalities on Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) planning and implementation of grant-funded activities. This position aims to ensure sustainable future practices within the community.

Responsibilities
• Perform a wide variety of planning tasks related to environmental planning.
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• Focus on climate resilience and climate action initiatives.
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• Conduct greenhouse gas emissions inventorying.
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• Collaborate with member municipalities on Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) planning.
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• Implement grant-funded activities and other adaptations necessary for sustainability.

Requirements
• Experience in environmental planning and climate action initiatives.
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• Knowledge of greenhouse gas emissions inventorying processes.
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• Ability to work collaboratively with municipalities and stakeholders.
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• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Nice-to-haves
• Familiarity with Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) programs.
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• Experience with grant writing and management.
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• Understanding of sustainable development practices.

Benefits
• Participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program (PSLF).