Planning & GIS Analyst - Education Facilities

Planning & GIS Analyst - Education FacilitiesRemote | Dallas, TXWhy You'll Love Zonda Zonda provides data-driven housing market solutions to the homebuilding industry, with a strong commitment to supporting education and school planning. From builders to building product manufacturers, mortgage clients, multifamily executives, and school districts, we partner with our customers to streamline access to both housing and educational facility data, empowering smarter decisions for communities. As a leading brand in residential construction and education facility planning, our company stands behind a mission to advance the home building industry and foster thoughtful school development, because we believe better homes and schools mean better lives and stronger communities. Together, we're building the future of housing and education. Who You Are You're an analytical, detail-oriented planner who enjoys turning data into insights that help school districts make smarter decisions. You're comfortable working with GIS and planning tools, collaborating closely with teammates, and supporting client-facing work. You're energized by problem-solving, adaptable in fast-moving environments, and interested in growing into a project leadership role over time. What You'll Do • Develop and refine school attendance boundary scenarios using planning software and GIS tools • Redraw boundaries to reflect new campus openings, closures, and district growth • Support client workshops and public meetings with real-time technical and GIS expertise • Create maps, data visuals, and planning scenarios for client presentations • Incorporate client feedback through post-meeting revisions and follow-up communication • Collaborate with Advisors on long-range enrollment and facilities planning projects • Maintain organized project files, datasets, and documentation • As experience grows, take ownership of select projects and increased client interaction What You Bring • Bachelor's degree in urban & Regional Planning, Geography, GIS, or a related field • 3-5+ years of experience in planning and/or GIS-focused roles • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data visualization skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a collaborative environment Bonus Points If You Have • Experience supporting K-12 school district planning or facilities planning projects • Exposure to demographic analysis, enrollment projections, or boundary planning concepts • Experience presenting or supporting public meetings or client workshops • Client-facing or consulting experience • Hands-on experience with GIS platforms such as ArcGIS or similar tools Growth at Zonda This role is designed to grow with you. Over time, you'll have opportunities to lead planning projects, strengthen client relationships, and become a key contributor within Zonda's Advisory practice. Work Environment • Collaborative, team-based consulting culture • Primarily remote, with occasional in-office collaboration, virtual meetings, and client travel Inclusion & Equal Opportunity Employment Zonda (formerly Hanley Wood | Meyers Research) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion & belonging. Here at Zonda, we are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States.

Created: 2026-03-10