Circlepoint is growing and looking for people to grow with us! For over 37 years, Circlepoint has been providing environmental and communication consulting services on some of the most dynamic projects in California. Each member of Circlepoint’s team is highly skilled and is passionate and dedicated to creating innovative solutions to complex issues and building a better future for communities. Circlepoint prides itself in providing our employees with vast opportunities for professional growth and development in a meaningful work environment.
The Assistant Planner drafts written materials, conducts research, coordinates document production and delivery, and provides excellent customer services to internal services teams, vendors, and clients under the close guidance of the deputy project manager, and/or project manager, and/or principal. Assistant planners must convey detailed technical information accurately, precisely, and concisely through verbal and written formats within established time constraints and budgets. A working knowledge of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) fundamentals is preferred.
Job Duties
Research
- With guidance, conduct research using available public information and/or project-specific technical reports
- Conduct field visits to gather data (i.e., document existing land uses, photograph existing visual character, obtain local planning documents, etc.)
- Oversee the creation, maintenance, and updating of project mailing lists and other necessary project databases and trackers
- Maintain internal project archives
Writing
- Write accurately and succinctly for a variety of audiences
- With guidance, draft reports, report sections, correspondence, meeting summaries, and other products as assigned
- Collate tables, charts, maps, and graphics
- Evaluate technical data and prepare written summaries of key points
Product Production
- Review written products for typographical and grammatical errors
- Review documents for appropriate format, pagination, and graphical presentation
- Coordinate preparation of graphic materials with Creative Services and outside vendors
- Manage printing and distribution
Other General Duties
- Attend and participate in team meetings
- Other duties as assigned by Project Managers
- Maintain 92% utilization
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in planning, environmental studies, or related field
- Entry level experience position. Experience in environmental planning, urban planning, technical writing, research, or related field preferred
- Working knowledge of CEQA and NEPA regulations preferred
- Customer service orientation
- Strong communication, technical writing, and presentation skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, particularly Word and Excel
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
- Occasional travel during workday, nights, and weekends (less than once per month)
- Physical demands include ability to lift and carry supplies.
- Work environment is office setting and occasional work at client offices
Location: Hybrid in San Jose
Salary Range: $60,000-$67,000
