Community Planner Jobs in Elmwood Park, NJ

A Community Planner in the social service industry plays a critical role in analyzing, managing, and implementing strategies for community growth and development. Their primary responsibilities involve assessing the needs of the community, designing and proposing developmental programs, coordinating with different stakeholders, and evaluating the impact of their initiatives. They work closely with urban developers, government officials, and local residents to create a community that provides accessible social services to everyone. These services may include healthcare, education, housing, or transportation.

As for the competencies, a Community Planner should possess excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills. They should have a strong understanding of urban planning and social service policies. In terms of education, a degree in Urban Planning, Social Sciences, or a related field is typically required, and certification as a professional planner (AICP) could be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Community Planner, individuals might work in roles such as Urban Planner, Social Services Coordinator, or Community Development Specialist.

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Community Organizer (Harm Reduction & Drug Policy Reform)

  • New York, NY (12 miles from Elmwood Park, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (12 miles from Elmwood Park, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Data-entry: Record and input accurate & timely data into our community organizing database....

Senior Urban Designer Technical Oversight

  • New York, NY (12 miles from Elmwood Park, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (12 miles from Elmwood Park, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Senior Urban Designer - Technical Oversight One Architecture & Urbanism Employer: New York, NY, US Location: Mon, Jun 9 '25 Posted on: $100,000 - $130,000 annually Pay: ONE Architecture & Urbanism...

Urban Designer

  • New York, NY (12 miles from Elmwood Park, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY (12 miles from Elmwood Park, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

The New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) provides for the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods in the City of New York (NYC) and maintains and...

Community Planner, HIV Planning Council, Bureau of Division Management & Systems Coordination

  • New York, NY (12 miles from Elmwood Park, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY (12 miles from Elmwood Park, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

The HIV Health and Human Services Planning Council is a federally mandated body staffed through the NYC DOHMH Division of Disease Control/Division of Management and Systems Coordination....

Remote Work

Transportation Planner 6-Traffic

  • Newark, NJ (12 miles from Elmwood Park, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (12 miles from Elmwood Park, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

41609BR** **Requisition ID:** 41609BR **Business Unit:** TSU **Job Description:** As a member of this team, you will contribute to CDM Smith's success by; Being the Task Manager or Project Planner...

Transportation Planner (Ewing, NJ)

  • Jersey City, NJ (12 miles from Elmwood Park, NJ)
  • 24 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (12 miles from Elmwood Park, NJ)
  • 24 days ago

TYLin** is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With...

Urban Designer- Safety Projects and Programs

  • New York, NY (12 miles from Elmwood Park, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • New York, NY (12 miles from Elmwood Park, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

To be considered for this position candidate must be either serving permanently in the Associate Urban Designer title, or be reachable on upcoming Civil Service Exam Lists #5038 or 5517 or be...

Demographic Data for Elmwood Park, NJ

Moving to Elmwood Park, NJ? Find some basic demographic data about Elmwood Park, NJ below.


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Salary for Community Planner Jobs in Elmwood Park, NJ

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSocialServices research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Community Planners in Elmwood Park, NJ offer the following education background
Master's Degree
45.4%
Bachelor's Degree
41.7%
Associate's Degree
4.3%
Doctorate Degree
3.2%
High School or GED
2.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.9%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Community Planners in Elmwood Park, NJ
1-2 years
40.0%
4-6 years
20.0%
Less than 1 year
20.0%
2-4 years
12.0%
6-8 years
4.0%
None
4.0%



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