Clarion Associates is a nationally recognized consulting firm specializing in land-use planning, sustainability, zoning and plan implementation, and historic preservation. We have offices in Denver, Colorado; Chapel Hill, North Carolina; and affiliated offices in Chicago, Cincinnati, and Philadelphia. For more information, please see www.clarionassociates.com.

About the Position: We are looking for a full-time associate who will be an integral part of our growing Denver office. Primary responsibilities for this position will be to provide support for all aspects of the firm’s planning practice, including, but not limited to:

-Research and analysis of trends and best practices;
-Preparation of community outreach materials and participation in public meetings;
-Advanced GIS analysis and mapping;
-Preparation and proofreading of complex and graphic rich plan documents (using both Microsoft Word and InDesign);
-Development of website and social media content;
-Preparation of proposals and other marketing materials; and
-Preparation of concept diagrams, site plans, and 3-D illustrations.

The successful candidate will be a highly motivated team player, capable of juggling multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment and interacting with clients and members of the public. Candidates will be expected to meet high standards of professional quality.

Location: The position will be located in Clarion’s downtown Denver office, but the successful candidate will also work closely with our Chapel Hill office. Candidates must either live in Denver or be willing to relocate; teleworking is not available for this position. Some travel is required.

Requirements: The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of related professional experience. The candidate must be a strong writer with an eye for translating complex ideas and information into concise, user-friendly materials and documents. In addition, the candidate should have excellent oral English communication skills and be comfortable with public speaking. Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and ArcGIS required. Knowledge of Sketch-Up, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and other graphics programs is a plus.

This is a full-time position. We provide a full range of competitive benefits and compensation commensurate with experience. Clarion Associates is an equal opportunity employer.

To apply: Send a resume and cover letter, writing sample, and a portfolio illustrating your graphic and GIS capabilities (10 pages maximum) to hiring@clarionassociates.com no later than 5:00 p.m. on October 6, 2013. Our review process opens immediately and we will consider resume submissions as they arrive.