Job Description

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Climate Adaptation and Resilience Planner to be based in the San Francisco, CA office.

The Climate Adaptation and Resilience Planner will focus on climate adaptation and resilience planning primarily for local government and other public agencies, although experience with the private sector is welcome. Qualified candidates will have excellent technical, writing, and communication skills with a demonstrated background in resilience and adaptation planning. Urban planning, or policy modeling/design also useful. The candidate must have a demonstrated expertise in climate change impacts and vulnerability assessment and resilience and adaptation planning.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Contribute to or support the development or implementation of climate adaptation and resilience plans, strategies, and similar policy initiatives
• Develop or contribute to capacity-building activities, including developing decision-support tools, strategy development, and community engagement
• Prepare and/or review strategic plans, guidelines, reports, presentations, and tools to meet project needs
• Interpret and apply applicable local, regional, state, and federal climate adaptation and resilience guidance, policy, or regulations
• Contribute to and coordinate public engagement, stakeholder workshops, and other elements of the outreach and engagement process for planning documents and project approvals
• Consult with other professionals on technical aspects of project and program development
• Research and analyze data on climate, environmental conditions, demographic, and socio-economic factors
• Demonstrate knowledge of community resilience planning, strategy identification, risk assessment, climate hazards, federal/state funding mechanisms, federal and state climate, resilience, emergency management policies and programs, best practices, and standards
• Demonstrate strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Use GIS to analyze climate vulnerability and develop mapping products

Qualifications:
Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Candidate must have a bachelor’s degree in planning, environmental or climate science, environmental policy, natural resources management, geography, or a closely related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited university
• 2+ years’ professional experience in climate adaptation and resilience or a closely related discipline
• Experience with GIS and other spatial analytical systems, highly desirable
• Recent experience consulting on climate change vulnerability and risk assessments that consider an array of climate impacts, including sea level rise, precipitation, and temperature, and the development of adaptation strategies to reduce impacts
• Demonstrated experience contributing to projects, conducting analysis, and writing
• Excellent quantitative skills
• Detail-oriented: Strong sense of commitment, a willingness to learn more, and a desire to work in a dynamic, deadline-driven team environment
• Fluency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with other quantitative/statistical programs is desirable
• Experience in related fields (land use planning, urban design, and transportation planning) is advantageous
• Excellent communication and writing skills; writing sample to be submitted with application

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options , well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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