The Regional Commission is seeking a creative and spatial thinker who thrives in a collaborative team environment. The successful candidate will specialize in making technical information engaging and accessible for a variety of audiences through mapping products and contribute as a planner in the organization. The Commission serves 13 local governments and three institutions of higher education – which requires a strong sense of customer and public service, both internal and external to the organization, is a must. The GIS Planner will work closely with professional planning staff and local partners across a variety of specialized areas, including: public health and safety, economic development, housing, transportation, broadband deployment, outdoor recreation, and more.
Essential functions of this position include:
• passion for creating publication quality maps and data visualizations
• coordinates GIS data in supporting planning-related project
• spatial data creation and maintenance
• researching data sources, digitizing data, and collecting geospatial information
• attends meetings and supports a variety of community engagement activities
• develops, prepares, and assists with planning studies, reports, presentations
• grant writing and administration
• assists with implementation projects
• continued personal and professional development
The Regional Commission actively seeks to employ a diverse team to serve the region and is committed to engaging all communities in the New River Valley. This is a mid-level position that offers significant opportunities for continued professional growth. Any combination of education equivalent to a master’s degree in Geography, Planning, Information Systems, or related discipline with at least two years of relevant experience is preferred. Minimum requirements include a BA/BS with four years of relevant experience. GISP and/or AICP Certification is a plus. Starting salary range $55,000 to $72,500, DOQ. The GIS planner is a full-time on-site staff position. Excellent benefits package.
All applicants must submit the following: 1) completed Employment Application found at https://nrvrc.org/news/careers, 2) cover letter, 3) resume, and 4) a sample of work in pdf format. Materials should be emailed to Elijah Sharp, Deputy Executive Director, at esharp@nrvrc.org. EOE.