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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Jefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Purpose of Announcement
EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO SUPPLEMENT THE EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL ONE (1) CURRENT EAST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT AND FUTURE VACANCIES AS THEY OCCUR.
Kind of Work
Under the supervision of a Planner III, performs a variety of urban planning tasks such as planning research, data collection and analysis, public hearing reports and presentations, records management and maintenance, GIS applications, and other tasks as assigned. Conducts studies of planning topics, with an emphasis on land use and zoning, and performs studies of regulatory text and of neighborhood land use, zoning, and other characteristics. Researches, writes, and prepares maps and other graphics for zoning, subdivision and site plan reports, ordinances, resolutions, and agreements. Makes technical planning recommendations and reports the results of all planning, zoning, or land use research and analysis. Reviews land use applications, architectural and landscape architectural drawings and engineering blueprints to ensure compliance with all applicable development regulations and planning policies. Inputs, maintains, analyzes, monitors, and reports on land use, zoning, and other data in the Parish’s Geographic Information System (GIS), other computerized databases and project review and permit management systems. Performs related work as required. Position requires driving of a personal vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and personal automobile with minimum liability insurance available for business use (business travel is reimbursed on a mileage basis) will be given preference.
Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination
Applicant must meet ONE of the following three options:
1. Possession of an accredited Master’s degree in Urban Studies or City, Urban, Regional, or Community Planning.
SUBSTITUTION: Successful completion of graduate-level coursework in Urban Studies or City, Urban, Regional, or Community Planning may substitute for the required experience in Option 2 or 3 above, at the rate of one (1) credit hour for one (1) month of experience.
Related education, experience, and/or professional certification(s) above and beyond the minimum qualifications will be required for consideration of an entrance salary above the minimum rate.
Kind of Examination
(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)
JOB POSTING NO: 5086-22R
DATE: 12/14/07
AMENDED: 01/09/26
RE-OPENED: 11/13/26
Applications may be filed online at http://www.jeffparish.gov/apply OR either of the office addresses below:
Application Offices
East Jefferson: Room 206, 1221 Elmwood Park Blvd. Jefferson, LA 70123
West Jefferson: Suite 3100, 200 Derbigny St. Gretna, LA 70053
Jefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Purpose of Announcement
EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO SUPPLEMENT THE EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL ONE (1) CURRENT EAST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT AND FUTURE VACANCIES AS THEY OCCUR.
Kind of Work
Under the supervision of a Planner III, performs a variety of urban planning tasks such as planning research, data collection and analysis, public hearing reports and presentations, records management and maintenance, GIS applications, and other tasks as assigned. Conducts studies of planning topics, with an emphasis on land use and zoning, and performs studies of regulatory text and of neighborhood land use, zoning, and other characteristics. Researches, writes, and prepares maps and other graphics for zoning, subdivision and site plan reports, ordinances, resolutions, and agreements. Makes technical planning recommendations and reports the results of all planning, zoning, or land use research and analysis. Reviews land use applications, architectural and landscape architectural drawings and engineering blueprints to ensure compliance with all applicable development regulations and planning policies. Inputs, maintains, analyzes, monitors, and reports on land use, zoning, and other data in the Parish’s Geographic Information System (GIS), other computerized databases and project review and permit management systems. Performs related work as required. Position requires driving of a personal vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and personal automobile with minimum liability insurance available for business use (business travel is reimbursed on a mileage basis) will be given preference.
Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination
Applicant must meet ONE of the following three options:
1. Possession of an accredited Master’s degree in Urban Studies or City, Urban, Regional, or Community Planning.
SUBSTITUTION: Successful completion of graduate-level coursework in Urban Studies or City, Urban, Regional, or Community Planning may substitute for the required experience in Option 2 or 3 above, at the rate of one (1) credit hour for one (1) month of experience.
Related education, experience, and/or professional certification(s) above and beyond the minimum qualifications will be required for consideration of an entrance salary above the minimum rate.
Kind of Examination
(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)
JOB POSTING NO: 5086-22R
DATE: 12/14/07
AMENDED: 01/09/26
RE-OPENED: 11/13/26
Applications may be filed online at http://www.jeffparish.gov/apply OR either of the office addresses below:
Application Offices
East Jefferson: Room 206, 1221 Elmwood Park Blvd. Jefferson, LA 70123
West Jefferson: Suite 3100, 200 Derbigny St. Gretna, LA 70053
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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 Northrop Grumman, Turner Industries, and Wood and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 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?
Lake Charles, Shreveport, and Baton Rouge 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.
Are there remote planner jobs in Louisiana?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since planners regularly attend public hearings, site visits, and commission meetings in person. About 22% of planner openings tied to Louisiana are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the growing flexibility in research, GIS analysis, and report-writing tasks. Policy and long-range planning roles tend to offer more remote flexibility than current planning or permitting positions.
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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