Driven planner with strong skills in zoning administration and public speaking. Experienced in data collection and site analysis, committed to enhancing community impact through effective plan development and stakeholder collaboration.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Planner
Giffels Webster
Birmingham, Michigan
04.2025 - Current
Supported comprehensive plan development by conducting research and data analysis, coordinating with clients, designing posters, and engaging the community through public meetings and open houses.
Met with applicants and reviewed development proposals, presenting findings to the Planning Commission to ensure alignment with community impact considerations and regulatory standards.
Assisted in reviewing and rewriting municipal zoning ordinances, enhancing clarity and consistency to strengthen regulatory effectiveness.
Planning Aide
Waterford Township
Waterford, Michigan
08.2024 - 04.2025
Prepared documents and authored staff reports for text amendment, rezoning, and special approval proposals for presentation to the Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals
Collaborated with Township departments and stakeholders to draft and facilitate adoption of central business zoning district
Organized and managed site plans, applications, and approval letters for upload into township software, enhancing document accessibility
Housing Navigator
Integrated Services of Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo, Michigan
06.2023 - 07.2024
Facilitated housing and essential services access for 20+ low-income families through applications, appeals, and meetings
Documented client interactions, case progress, and outcomes for accurate program reporting and evaluation
Coordinated community events fostering relationships, promoting resident interaction, and strengthening community ties
Education
Master of Urban Planning -
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
05-2027
Bachelor of Arts - Urban Studies, Political Science
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
05-2022
Skills
Zoning administration
Land use planning
Site analysis
Planning and design software
Data collection
Community engagement
Public speaking
Affiliations
Member of the American Planning Association - Michigan chapter
Timeline
Staff Planner
Giffels Webster
04.2025 - Current
Planning Aide
Waterford Township
08.2024 - 04.2025
Housing Navigator
Integrated Services of Kalamazoo
06.2023 - 07.2024
Master of Urban Planning -
Wayne State University
Bachelor of Arts - Urban Studies, Political Science
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