Employment Opportunities

Thank you for your interest in employment with the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission! Current openings will be posted here as they become available. Even if no positions are currently listed, we welcome your interest. Please email your resume to employment@tricountyrpc.org to be considered for future opportunities. We encourage you to check back regularly for updates on open positions. 

The Tri-County Regional Planning Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Employment selection and related decisions are made in accordance with Federal law, and the Commission does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, religion, sex, familial status, or any other protected class.

Tri-County's Current Employment Opportunities

Tri-County Regional Planning Commission (TCRPC or “Tri-County”) serves as the metropolitan planning organization (MPO) for the Peoria-Pekin urbanized area in Peoria, Tazewell, and Woodford counties. Tri-County promotes intergovernmental cooperation and regional planning to steward the region toward a collaborative vision for the future. Among its many activities, TCRPC coordinates local and regional transportation planning processes, supports local communities in the creation of comprehensive plans, and develops or coordinates regional environmental planning projects.

All individuals with an interest in planning, geography, GIS, or governance are encouraged to contact TCRPC at employment@tricountyrpc.org to request an informational interview prior to submitting their application.

Job Summary

Tri-County seeks a full- or part-time Planning or GIS intern to support staff in the implementation of its various planning and mapping projects. Examples of the varied work produced by staff are available for review on TCRPC’s website: https://tricountyrpc.org/. The length of the internship will be negotiated based on TCRPC’s staffing needs and the intern’s availability.

Job Duties

Tri-County manages a wide variety of planning and mapping projects. Internship job responsibilities will be identified with consideration for both the intern’s interests, skills, and the immediate needs of TCRPC. All work will be performed under the mentorship and guidance of TCRPC staff. Examples of previous job responsibilities include:

  • Data collection and visualization (e.g., charts, graphs, or maps).
  • Research issues and data related to transportation and community planning.
  • Utilize Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to perform data input tasks, including scanning, georeferencing, and digitizing.
  • Assist GIS staff with various asset management projects, such as sidewalk condition inventories and locating physical utility infrastructure, such as water distribution, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer.
  • Assist with external and internal communication for online newsletter and website, including copy writing, social media updates, photography, creation of flyers and marketing materials, and development of presentation graphics.
  • Prepare report outlines or drafts, record meeting minutes, and update mailing lists.
  • Assist in public engagement events and activities.

Qualifications

The successful applicant will demonstrate experience or interest in planning, community development, geography, GIS, social or political science, environmental science, or the region. Candidates must be thoughtful, organized, and motivated to work in a team setting and on multiple projects.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is $20 an hour, up to 35 hours per week. Interns will also receive either validation for the parking deck below the TCRPC offices or a stipend to offset the cost of bus passes, bike maintenance, or taxi rides.

To Apply

Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. To apply, please submit a resume, a letter of interest summarizing relevant experience and professional goals, and contact information for three references via email to employment@tricountyrpc.org. Applicants may also submit documents in person or by mail to TCRPC, 456 Fulton St, Suite 401, Peoria, Illinois 61602. 

TCRPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Candidates must be able to work legally in the United States.

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