Planner Jobs in Louisiana
Planner jobs in Louisiana are concentrated in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and the Shreveport metro, where demand is strongest in urban and regional planning, transportation planning, and land use development. Major employers with a lasting presence in Louisiana include the City of New Orleans, the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, and the East Baton Rouge Parish Planning Commission. Openings range from entry-level associate planners to senior project leads, with consistent hiring across municipal agencies and engineering consultancies. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
THIS POSITION IS A REGULAR, PART-TIME POSITION:
Regular, part-time staff are hired to work either full or part-time for specific projects and limited periods of time and fulfill temporary workload requirements. The employee is eligible for participation in specific but, limited benefit programs. This position requires computer (provided by Jacobs) communications and reporting.
Position is for domestic and international work.
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:
Candidate shall be able to manipulate and create explosives safety site planner databases and be competent in ESRI ArcMap 10.7.
Jacobs requires highly motivated, result-oriented employees who can work independent of direct management, implement written plans, and ensure a safe workplace. This position require 19-plus years of experience working with graphical information systems data.
- US Citizenship
- Satisfactory completion of DOD/DOJ Security Background Check or National Agency Check (NAC)
- Maintaining munitions related qualifications, training, and associated certifications/licenses
- Passing an annual medical physical and qualifying for operations in OSHA Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Levels A, B, C, and D
- Valid State Drivers License
- Ability to obtaining ATF Employee Possessor or Responsible Person Certification
- Management activities (project, schedule, budgets, costs)
- Ethical responsibility
- Leadership
- Clear and timely communications, (verbal, E-mail, text, and written)
- Operational planning and implementation of technical approaches and risk controlled methodologies
- Interaction with federal and state regulators, local officials and stakeholders
- Teamwork
In the capacity of a Explosives Safety Planner the candidate shall be competent, experienced, and proficient at implementing the duties and responsibilities of the assigned position as required to prepare DWESO and foreign country approved explosives safety site plans.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree in Computer Information Systems
- 19 plus years of manipulation of GIS data
- Proficiency in Explosives Safety Siting Application, Automated Site Planner, Version 6.1.4 or later.
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Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to a 401(k) plan, as well as legally mandated benefits.
The base salary range for this position is $98,900.00 to $155,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on August 11, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.
Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.
Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
THIS POSITION IS A REGULAR, PART-TIME POSITION:
Regular, part-time staff are hired to work either full or part-time for specific projects and limited periods of time and fulfill temporary workload requirements. The employee is eligible for participation in specific but, limited benefit programs. This position requires computer (provided by Jacobs) communications and reporting.
Position is for domestic and international work.
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:
Candidate shall be able to manipulate and create explosives safety site planner databases and be competent in ESRI ArcMap 10.7.
Jacobs requires highly motivated, result-oriented employees who can work independent of direct management, implement written plans, and ensure a safe workplace. This position require 19-plus years of experience working with graphical information systems data.
- US Citizenship
- Satisfactory completion of DOD/DOJ Security Background Check or National Agency Check (NAC)
- Maintaining munitions related qualifications, training, and associated certifications/licenses
- Passing an annual medical physical and qualifying for operations in OSHA Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Levels A, B, C, and D
- Valid State Drivers License
- Ability to obtaining ATF Employee Possessor or Responsible Person Certification
- Management activities (project, schedule, budgets, costs)
- Ethical responsibility
- Leadership
- Clear and timely communications, (verbal, E-mail, text, and written)
- Operational planning and implementation of technical approaches and risk controlled methodologies
- Interaction with federal and state regulators, local officials and stakeholders
- Teamwork
In the capacity of a Explosives Safety Planner the candidate shall be competent, experienced, and proficient at implementing the duties and responsibilities of the assigned position as required to prepare DWESO and foreign country approved explosives safety site plans.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree in Computer Information Systems
- 19 plus years of manipulation of GIS data
- Proficiency in Explosives Safety Siting Application, Automated Site Planner, Version 6.1.4 or later.
#LI-AC4
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to a 401(k) plan, as well as legally mandated benefits.
The base salary range for this position is $98,900.00 to $155,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on August 11, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.
Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.
Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.
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Planner Job Market in Louisiana
A snapshot from current Louisiana openings, updated as new roles post.
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What Louisiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in planner jobs across Louisiana.
- AICP certification from the American Institute of Certified Planners preferred or required
- Bachelor's degree in urban planning, regional planning, or a related field
- Experience with GIS software including ArcGIS for spatial analysis and mapping
- Knowledge of Louisiana zoning ordinances, comprehensive plans, and land use codes
- Ability to prepare written staff reports and present findings to public boards or commissions
- Experience coordinating with state and local agencies such as DOTD or parish planning bodies
Planner Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a planner in Louisiana?
Becoming a planner in Louisiana typically starts with a bachelor's degree in urban planning, geography, or a related field, though many positions at parish and municipal agencies prefer a master's in urban or regional planning. Louisiana does not issue a state-specific planner license, but the American Institute of Certified Planners credential is widely recognized and often preferred by employers such as parish planning commissions and the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development.
Which companies hire planners in Louisiana?
Louisiana planner roles are posted by Inflow NS, Turner Industries, and Engineers & Constructors International and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring is especially active across New Orleans and Baton Rouge, where municipal agencies, regional planning commissions, and engineering consultancies maintain consistent planner headcount.
Which Louisiana cities have the most planner jobs?
New Orleans, Shreveport, and Lake Charles have the most planner openings in Louisiana. New Orleans anchors demand through its large municipal planning office, active coastal resilience programs, and redevelopment initiatives, while Baton Rouge draws hiring from state government agencies, East Baton Rouge Parish, and the engineering firms clustered around its industrial and petrochemical corridors.
How can I get hired as a planner in Louisiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for an associate planner or planning technician role at a Louisiana parish planning office or regional planning commission such as the Capital Region Planning Commission in Baton Rouge or the City Planning Commission in New Orleans. Both bodies regularly bring on candidates with a planning degree and no field experience. A GIS certificate or demonstrated proficiency in ArcGIS gives applicants a strong edge, and lateral moves from zoning technician or code enforcement roles are a recognized pathway into full planner positions at Louisiana municipal agencies.
Where can I find and apply to planner jobs in Louisiana?
You can find and apply to planner jobs in Louisiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Louisiana openings across municipalities, regional agencies, and private firms. Search the listings, find roles that fit your experience and specialty, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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