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Associate Planner, UB Regional Institute

Position Information

Position Title: Associate Planner, UB Regional Institute
Department: The Regional Institute
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/58199
Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

• Support local municipalities with planning for sustainability, with a focus on engagement in the NYSERDA "Clean Energy Communities" and NYS DEC "Climate Smart Communities Program."
• Support development of resources (guidance documents, web tools, trainings, etc.) to assist community partners with project and planning goals.
• Assist with the design and implementation of online and in-person public engagement programming and surveys.
• Collect and analyze data and information in support of projects. Topic areas may include population, demographics, energy, economic development, workforce development, transportation, housing, land use, health and public policy.
• Synthesize feedback and notes from public engagement events such as focus groups, stakeholder meetings, and workshops.
• Assess data for trends, comparative patterns and anomalies.
• Write about findings and prepare charts, graphs and maps for print and online media.

• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelors Degree from an accredited institution relating to the research (including but not limited to urban and regional planning, public policy, business, or geography);
• Academic or other experience relevant to the position, including interest and knowledge of urban planning and policy development, sustainability, clean energy, economic development and community development;
• Excellent writing, organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills;
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a deadline-driven environment;
• Familiarity with regional, state and national data sources on a variety of project topics;
• High comfort level working with various types of datasets and analytical/statistical methods;
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to arrange transportation to community meetings within the region.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters Degree in a relevant field such as urban and regional planning, business, public policy, or geography;
• Familiarity with virtual meeting and collaboration tools (Zoom, virtual whiteboards);
• Familiarity with online survey platforms (Google Forms, Qualitrics, SurveyMonkey);
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, etc.);
• Database experience (Microsoft Access, etc.)
• Experience with ESRI ArcGIS;
• Strong knowledge base of the Buffalo Niagara region;
• Reliable transportation to travel within the region for community meetings.

Physical Demands


Salary Range
$50,000 - $60,000

Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting?
No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Jennifer Crawford
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title: Office Administrator
Contact's Email: jacrawfo@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-878-2440

Posting Dates

Posted: 07/24/2025
Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled
Date to be filled: 09/01/2025