Associate Planner – Urban Planning
Development Services Division
Neighborhood & Development Services Department

Application deadline: Friday, June 27, 2025

Visit www.icgov.org/jobs to apply online

Permanent full-time position available
Wage: $71,864.00 – $90,438.40 (starting wage contingent upon experience)
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm

Job summary
Under direction, researches and reviews applications for development proposals. Prepares policy proposals and implementation measures regarding current and long-range urban planning. Provides staff assistance to various City boards and commissions.

Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution and one year of related experience; or five years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Degree in Urban Planning or related. Experience in urban planning or related. Valid State of Iowa driver’s license with satisfactory driving record. Must be 18 years of age. Must pass criminal background check.

Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
Master’s degree from an accredited educational institution and one year of related experience; or six years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in design, form-based codes and historic preservation.

More information:
A full job description including a listing of essential duties and responsibilities and necessary knowledge, skills and abilities is available at www.icgov.org/jobs under Job Descriptions.
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It is the policy of the City of Iowa City to afford equal employment opportunities for all employees and potential City employees.

Date posted: June 9, 2025