Entry-Level Urban Designer and Planner (Temporary)

WRT is growing and looking for an Entry-Level Urban Designer and Planner (Temporary) to join our studio in San Francisco.

We are looking for a talented Entry-LevelUrban Designer and Planner (Temporary) with 1-3 years of relevant experience to work in our San Francisco office. The ideal candidate will share our passion and values to foster resilient and equitable communities, have a strong interest in community design, embrace working on projects across the spectrum of WRT’s practice, and be able to work collaboratively with project teams.

The position requires analysis, writing, and graphics for planning projects, as well as community engagement. Projects will include district and neighborhood plans, development and design standards, plans for park and open spaces, and plans for climate resiliency, housing and equity.

Applications are reviewed in a continuous manner.  We encourage early submission, as the position may close once we have a strong pool of applicants, or a candidate has been selected.

Pay Range: $37.02 - $39.90 / hour

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Master’s degree in urban planning and/or urban design + 1-3 years of relevant work experience (including plan or code graphics, and mapping)
• OR bachelor’s degree in urban planning or architecture + 3-5 years of related experience
• Knowledge of urban planning theories and practices and urban design fundamentals
• Community engagement experience required
• Advanced in technical and graphic software platforms including Adobe CC, ArcGIS analysis tools and 3D tools.
• Strong and clear graphic, written, and verbal communication with research and analysis skills
• Effective organizational skills and ability to work on multiple projects and tasks simultaneously under the guidance of project managers and senior staff.
• Ability to liaise with internal teams and sub-consultants under the guidance of project managers and senior staff.

Desired Qualifications (but not mandatory):

• Bilingual (verbal skills) in Spanish and English
• Website development using software such as WordPress, Squarespace, Google sites, Wix or similar platform.

Compensation & Benefits Include*:

The expected pay range for this position is between $37.02 - $39.90 / hour.  Education, skills, experience, skillset will be considered.

• Hybrid work schedule (T/W/TH in-office)
• 401k plan
• Health benefits (medical, vision, dental, life insurance, EAP, etc.)
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, personal days, parental leave, 7 holidays)
• Mentorship for professional development and personal growth
• 8 hours of paid volunteer time off per year
• Licensing or Certification Exam Assistance
• Transit benefits
• HSA or FSA Accounts are available based on eligibility requirements

* Above is partial list of benefits provided.  Benefits pertain to employees working a minimum of 25 hours / week.

Who We Are:

As an interdisciplinary team of planners, designers, and strategists, WRT works across scales to create transformative and lasting impacts in social equity, climate resilience, and learning environments. Our clients value our collaborative approach, leadership, and ability to design meaningful solutions that are responsive to their challenges, values, and aspirations. Founded in 1963, WRT was formed on the environmental ethos of designing with nature. In the 60 years since, WRT has grown into an award-winning planning and design firm with offices in Philadelphia and San Francisco.

*Unfortunately, our firm is unable to accept applicants with VISA requirements at this time.

To apply for this position, please submit your cover letter, resume and work samples (Size limit is 20mb) to the following link: http://www.wrtdesign.com/contact/careers. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.