Associate Planner / Senior Planner – Data Analytics and Demographics

$52,553.00 - $93,438.00 Annually

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wichita/jobs/3520492/senior-planner-advanced-plans

The Wichita-Sedgwick County Metropolitan Area Planning Department is looking to create an innovative and dynamic team of hardworking, committed individuals with a passion for carrying out community goals. The Planning Department is pleased to announce an opportunity for the position of Advanced Plans Division, Senior Planner – Demography and Data Analyst. This position may be filled as a Senior Planner or Associate Planner (based on qualifications).

This is a key position, primarily responsible for providing demographic data reports and analysis; serving as the liaison for the U.S. Census Bureau; and working with various entities to produce annual progress reports and/or updates to the Comprehensive Plan. The Advanced Plans Division is responsible for research projects, area planning, and the Wichita-Sedgwick County Comprehensive Plan. It is one of four divisions in the Planning Department.

The Metropolitan Area Planning Department (MAPD) is a consolidated City-County Department, providing professional planning services to both local governments. The Department has an annual budget of approximately $1.7 million; 17 positions; and four divisions. Applicants are encouraged to review the department webpage at www.wichita.gov/planning for more information about the department and projects.

The Greater Wichita region is a fantastic community. With an aviation heritage spanning more than 100 years, it is a community built on entrepreneurship and innovation. The Wichita region offers an amazing quality of life with a low-cost of living. The region boasts wonderful parks, more than 100 miles of bikeways, multiple museums, fabulous dining opportunities, hundreds of annual events, and more. Check out www.choosewichita.com for more information.