Planner, Engineering, Environmental​/ Urban Planning

Alta Planning + Design is hiring a Planner I for their Los Angeles office. This entry-level position focuses on active and sustainable transportation planning, requiring a Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or a related field. Responsibilities include data evaluation, site visits, and public outreach. The role offers a flexible schedule in a hybrid work environment, with a salary range of $60,000-$80,000 annually and various benefits.
Position: Planner I

Alta Planning + Design seeks a Planner I for our Los Angeles office. This production-level position is a great opportunity for someone who believes in the importance of active, multimodal, and sustainable transportation and who is interested in growing their career as a transportation planning professional. If you are looking to join an innovative organization and do work that connects people to places while advancing social justice, safety, and environmental resilience, apply with Alta today!
About

Alta

Alta Planning + Design is a sustainable transportation company dedicated to creating active, healthy communities through planning, landscape architecture, engineering, and education/encouragement programs. Founded in 1996, Alta pioneered the field of active transportation, evolving our planning and design work into a global practice that empowers people to live active, healthy lives and connect to places.

Our core values focus on creating places that prioritize moving people over cars, connecting communities to daily needs, and empowering individuals to live active, healthy lives. With over 27 years of experience and more than 225 staff, we work across disciplines to address social justice, safety, and environmental resilience.
Day to Day

In this role, you will work on transportation, trails, safety, and multimodal projects. Responsibilities include evaluating data, conducting site visits, and developing recommendations for clients. You will participate in public outreach activities and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, developing your technical expertise across multiple project types.
Qualifications Required
• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or related field
• Knowledge of multimodal transportation planning and trail design standards
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to prepare plans, reports, and presentations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Ability to work on multiple projects independently
• Willingness to participate in public outreach and site visits
• Team-oriented mindset
Preferred
• Knowledge of ArcGIS Pro, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or Acrobat
• Experience in a consulting environment
• Membership in professional organizations
• Master's degree in planning or related field
What We Offer

Flexible Schedule: Hybrid work environment with most days remote.

Compensation: $60,000-$80,000 annually, based on experience.
Benefits
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Life insurance paid by Alta
• 401(k) with up to 3% match
• 21 days PTO, 11 holidays
• Paid parental leave and short-term disability
• Additional benefits including wellness reimbursements and professional development
Additional Details
• Seniority level:
Entry level
• Employment type:

Full-time
• Industry: Architecture and Planning
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