Urban Planner. Please have interested applicants send their cover letters
and resumes
toresumes@manhattanbp.org<http
with
“Urban Planner” in the subject line. More information about the position is
included in the link below.
http://www.mbpo.org/free_detai
Urban Planner
Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer seeks an Urban Planner to be
part of his energetic, collaborative and innovative team to implement a
shared vision of progressive policies and community-based planning.
Prospective staff members must be committed to seeking out new and better
ways for the Manhattan Borough President's Office (MBPO) to connect with,
and deliver for, the borough's diverse neighborhoods, communities and
constituents. The Urban Planner will report to the Director of Land Use,
Planning and Development.
Major responsibilities of this position will include, but are not limited
to:
- Tracking, evaluating and making recommendations on land use
applications to the City Planning Commission, the Landmark Preservation
Commission, the Board of Standards and Appeals, and other City entities;
- Researching and monitoring community-specific land use matters and
borough-wide issues;
- Collaborating with other office units to identify and address emerging
planning issues;
- Developing self-initiated policy proposals and projects;
- Serving as a resource for planning information and assistance to
community boards;
- Representing the MBPO at community meetings on land use matters;
- Communicating with elected officials during the public review process;
- Testifying on behalf of the Borough President at various City agency
hearings; and
- Responding to information requests from the public.
Specific requirements include:
- M.S. of Urban Planning and/or related discipline;
- At least one year of experience with government, civic or
community-based organizations preferred;
- Strong familiarity with New York City government and its public review
process;
- Familiarity with Manhattan neighborhoods;
- Strong research, writing, communication, interpersonal, and
organizational skills;
- Proficiency in all MS Office software products; strong database and
GIS skills preferred;
- Being comfortable in flexible, sometimes long work hours; and
- The ability to work well under pressure and deadlines.
The Office of the Manhattan Borough President is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. The Office of the Manhattan Borough President is committed to a
diverse workforce, and we seek diversity among applicants for this
position. People of color, women, gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgend
people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Interested
candidates should send a cover letter and resume in a single Word or PDF
document via email to resumes@manhattanbp.org with “Urban Planner” in the
subject line.
Please Note: New York City residency is required within 90 days of
appointment. However, City employees in certain titles who have worked for
the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau,
Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County.