Fulltime with a 35-hour work week
Salary Range: Fulltime salary is $60,000-$80,000 (depending on qualifications) with a competitive benefits package.
Location: Hybrid work environment in Sandy Hook, CT
Closing Date: Open until filled or closed
About WestCOG
The Western Connecticut Council of Governments (WestCOG) is a metropolitan and regional planning organization that provides transportation, environmental, economic development, GIS and other planning services to 18 municipalities in western and southwestern Connecticut.
Job Description and Responsibilities
WestCOG seeks a qualified, experienced, and highly motivated person(s) to serve as full-time Planner(s) or GIS/Data Analyst(s). Planners and analysts will assist member municipalities in understanding and responding to recent legislation affecting housing, zoning, parking, and storm water. Assignments will often involve translating regulatory changes into practical, locally grounded planning and implementation strategies.
Job responsibilities may evolve over time and are expected to include:
Development of local and regional studies and plans, including:
Buildout analysis that integrates land use regulations and infrastructure capacity
On-street parking suitability and safety road network analysis
Collect and organize information, including spatial data§ Conduct research and analysis, including modeling exercises
Prepare reports and related planning documents for technical and non-technical audiences;
Development of program designs, model regulations, and implementation guidance;
Communicate with local, state, and federal officials;
Facilitate public and stakeholder engagement, and
Other tasks as assigned.
Applying for the Position
For the full job description and details on how to apply, please visit: https://westcog.org/employment/