Urban Planner Position

Western Washington University is hiring an Urban Planner for a faculty position in Bellingham, WA. The role involves teaching undergraduate courses in urban planning, sustainability, and policy, developing curriculum, advising students, and participating in departmental activities. Candidates should have a Master's or Doctorate in a related field and experience in planning and policy. The position offers competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.
About the Position

Western Washington University is seeking an experienced faculty member to join the Urban and Environmental Planning & Policy Department. This is a teaching-focused position that involves instructing undergraduate students in urban planning, design, sustainability, and environmental/natural resource policy courses. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in teaching, research, or service within the planning and public policy professions.

Key Responsibilities
• Teach courses related to urban planning, design, sustainability, and environmental/natural resource policy
• Develop and implement course curriculum
• Advise students on academic and professional matters
• Participate in departmental service activities such as committee work and mentoring of junior faculty members
• Engage in ongoing professional development to maintain expertise in planning and policy fields

Qualifications
• Master's or Doctorate degree in a related field from an accredited institution (or equivalent experience)
• Evidence of community designs, models, exhibitions, community service learning, and other applied works
• Demonstrated abilities in planning and policy history, methods, applications, and theory, and related planning and policy fields
• Experience with experiential and critical pedagogies suitable to classroom and/or field settings

Benefits
• Competitive salary range: $1,385 per credit
• Benefits overview for faculty positions
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Inclusive and supportive work environment
• Recognition for contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion

About Western Washington University
Western Washington University is committed to achieving excellence through advancing inclusive success, increasing our Washington impact, and focusing on transformational education grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and based on innovative scholarship, research, and creative activity.