Springfield Field Office Director, Landmarks Illinois - Springfield, IL

Landmarks Illinois is pleased to announce the opening of our new position to fulfill the organization’s strategic goal of expanding our work as the statewide, nonprofit preservation organization.  Landmarks Illinois is seeking a self-motivated, organized, and dedicated historic preservation professional to open our first field office as the

Springfield Field Office Director. The Springfield Field Office Director will be responsible for providing service-driven, direct advocacy, educational, and technical assistance support to a broad group of stakeholders in downstate Illinois.  The objectives of this position are to save places that matter, empower local citizens to preserve their communities, and strengthen Landmarks Illinois’ stakeholder network to foster a greater preservation ethic across the state. The Springfield Field Director position is a full-time, salaried position with the salary level being negotiated commensurate with experience.  The successful candidate will have access to organizational benefits including health, dental, and life insurance, as well as paid holiday, sick, and vacation time.  After the first year of employment with Landmarks Illinois, the Director is also eligible for Landmarks Illinois’ retirement plan. Please read the attached position description for additional information.  Applications for the Springfield Field Office Director position must be received no later than Friday, February 15, 2013 by 5:00 p.m. Central.  E-mail a cover letter, resume, four professional references, and a two-page writing sample to Bonnie McDonald, President of Landmarks Illinois, at McDonaldB@lpci.org.

Housing Specialist, Nan McKay & Associaties, Chicago Housing Authority - Chicago

POSITION:     Housing Specialist    
STATUS:     Non-Exempt

SUMMARY:
The position duties include a wide range of activities related to determining and
documenting applicant and/or participant eligibility, income, rent and
contractual relationships with property owners. Interviews Housing Choice
Voucher Program Participants on a weekly basis. The position requires full
accountability for an assigned case load including  accurate and complete files,
resolution of special cases, and responsiveness to stakeholder inquires.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Conduct annual and bi-annual re-examinations within required time frames
• Complete interim re-examinations as required
• Conduct participant briefings and interviews
• Determine housing assistance payment and tenant rent calculation
• Educate participants on program requirements and family obligations
• Resolve concerns between owners, tenants and the Housing Authority
• Process all transactions within required CHA systems including Yardi
• Provide excellent customer service to participants, landlords, co-workers,
clients and vendors
• Housing Choice Voucher Specialist Certification required within 120 days of
hire.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education equivalent to a four-year degree from a regionally accredited institution
in Public Administration, Social Science or a closely related field; a minimum of
two years of progressively responsible work experience for a public agency, or
related work in the social service or community service field preferred.
Ability to apply regulations pertaining to the program. Must be able to
communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Must have excellent
interpersonal skills necessary for conducting HCVP Participant interviews. Must
possess strong computer and organizational skills required to prioritize tasks and
demands and consistently deliver work product on time.
Send Resume and Cover Letter to: charesumes@nanmckay.com

Fellowship in Women's and Public Policy, Institute for Women's Policy - Washington, DC

www.iwpr.org/about/fellowships

Targeted Fields
Physical Sciences. Social Sciences. School of Public Affairs. Fields
related to women's policy studies.

Open To
Prospective/Current Graduate Students.

Citizenship
No citizenship requirements.

Eligibility Requirements
Graduate work is desirable but not required. Applicants should have
basic quantitative and library research skills and knowledge of women's
issues.

Stipend
Stipend of $27,000 plus health insurance and a public transportation
stipend.

Deadline
3/1/2013

Program Description
Nine-month fellowships assist in the professional development of
students and graduates interested in economic and social justice for
women. Underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply.

For More Information
Fellowship Coordinator
Institute for Women's Policy Research
1200 18th Street NW, Suite 301
Washington , DC  20036

Real Estate Analyst, Clarion Associates Inc. - Chicago

Clarion Associates, Inc., is a national real estate and land use consulting firm that works on major
assignments for both private sector and public sector clients from its affiliated offices in Chicago,
Colorado (Denver, Ft. Collins, and Snowmass), Cincinnati, Philadelphia, Florida, and Chapel Hill, North  Carolina.  The primary focus of the Chicago office is real estate consulting and analysis, often in a litigation support capacity.   About half of the clients of our Chicago office come to us through law firms, and much of our day-to-day client contact on litigation-related assignments is with lawyers at major corporations from across the U.S.  In addition, however, the Chicago office has a diverse real estate consulting practice focused on market and valuation analysis on a variety of real estate types including contaminated properties, special purpose properties, and historically or scenically significant properties.

Over the years the Chicago office has worked on assignments in virtually every state and some foreign
countries and we are currently working on assignments in California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois,
Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, and
Wisconsin, and as well as several assignments in the Chicago area.

QUALIFICATIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
We have an immediate need to fill a full-time Real Estate Analyst position.  The day to day duties for this position involve a combination of real estate research and data collection, real estate analysis, report
preparation, and client communication on a wide variety of project types. The work is typically
conducted in a "team" capacity with either the Senior Vice President or Vice President in the Chicago
office and an associate staff member.

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, real estate or another related field.
Approximately 1-3 years' work experience
Strong analytical skills
Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word is a prerequisite.  Experience with other real estate related
software such as Access (database) or ArcView (GIS), is a plus, but is not required.
The ideal candidate would possess a basic understanding of financial analytical techniques such as
income and expense forecasting, selection of capitalization and discount rates, present value
calculations, and capitalization of income.
The ideal candidate would also be a skilled writer, a thoughtful analyst and an excellent oral
communicator.  Completion of coursework in real estate valuation, analysis or finance, and a basic
understanding of the real estate appraisal process is a plus.

CANDIDATE PROFILE
We are seeking a candidate with an interest in the real estate industry.  Although a real estate major or
background is a plus, it is not a requirement.  We are seeking a candidate with the desire to learn and
develop their skills on the job. START DATE
Immediate opening
CONTACT
To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to Charlie Brigden at the following email address:
ClarionCareers@gmail.com

Master Planner, Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission - Prince George's County, MD

THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK & PLANNING COMMISSION

invites applications for the position of:

Master Planner (13766, Grade J)

An Equal Opportunity Employer

SALARY: $62,658.00 - $109,200.00 Annually

POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED

DESCRIPTION:

The Prince George’s County Planning Department of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission is seeking an experienced Master Planner to manage a comprehensive revision of the county’s Zoning Ordinance.

As Master Planner you will manage a multi-year effort to modernize the county’s Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances. You will be working with a team of planners, technicians, and consultants to create an ordinance that is: effective at regulating a broad range of development types (including urban and transit-oriented mixed-use, traditional residential and commercial, and rural development types); logically organized, clearly written, and transparent to the public; able to advance the public’s interest in development standards without unduly extending the time, complexity, or cost of the approval process for the private sector; and generally demonstrates best national practices in zoning and subdivision legislation. You will collaborate with county, state, and federal officials; affected community members and neighborhood associations; business groups, land developers, and their consultant teams. After adoption of the new ordinance, you will serve as an expert on its application and implementation. The position reports to the Chief of the Countywide Planning Division.

EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT DUTIES:

1. Manages a staff team that will review, analyze, and draft comprehensive revisions to the county’s nearly 1,000-page Zoning Ordinance.

2. Oversees the selection and management of consultants.

3. Applies best national practices in zoning and subdivision legislation.

4. Identifies needed improvements to the development approval process as well as the underlying development standards.

5. Analyzes current development trends in the county, including urban, transit-oriented and mixed-use development, and modernizes the ordinance accordingly.

6. Solicits input from stakeholders in the residential community, the business sector, and government on needed revisions.

7. Explains recommended revisions to elected and appointed officials and community groups prior to adoption.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s degree in planning, public administration, or related fields and six years of progressively responsible professional level planning experience that included at least three years of project leadership and coordination experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Proven ability to manage projects to meet work program objectives; including the delivery of work products on schedule and within budget, and in accordance with progressive planning principles, best practices, and high quality standards.

2. Expert proficiency in zoning, land use regulation, land use law, and/or land development.

3. Specific familiarity with urban, mixed-use, and transit-oriented development and alternative approaches to regulating it.

4. Demonstrated ability to manage or facilitate complex, multi-year projects involving multiple stakeholders and a wide array of disciplines, sensitive political issues and challenges, and diverse communities.

5. Strong communication skills, oral and written; ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including elected officials and agency officials at all levels of government, non-profit organizations, developers, civic groups, and others involved in planning, community and economic development, rural and environmental preservation, agriculture, and real estate development.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:

http://www.mncppc.org/jobs

OUR OFFICE IS LOCATED AT:

6611 Kenilworth Avenue

Riverdale, MD 20737

301-454-1411

An Equal Opportunity Employer Job #13766

MASTER PLANNER (13766 GRADE J)

Planner II, Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, Alberta, Canada

Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo

January 28, 2013

Professional Area: 

Planning / Land Use

Experience: 

3-5 years

Website: 

http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca

Location: 

Fort McMurray  Alberta  T9H 2K4

Canada

Position Type/ Hours: This is a permanent full-time position working thirty-five (35) hours per week within the Comprehensive Planning Branch of the Planning and Development Department.

Position Description: Under broad supervision, research, prepare and present statutory documents, reports, studies, and statistical analysis ensuring stakeholder input, for planning projects to include solutions to contemporary planning problems. Manage assigned projects to meet time and budget goals. In addition, this position will provide back-up coverage for the subdivision and development functions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree in Planning or equivalent education and experience in urban planning.

• Minimum three (3) years experience in planning or related discipline with knowledge of computer applications, with one (1) year experience in leading planning related projects.

You will possess the following:

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Must possess proven leadership ability and skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively with the public and staff and tactfully handle complaints and inquiries.

• Legal aptitude is required.

• Must be capable of acquiring knowledge of pertinent Municipal Bylaws, processes and procedures.

• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of land use regulations, legal, environmental, infrastructure, development control, finance and economics and other considerations that are part of plan and policy implementation.

• Advanced knowledge of methods for implementing public policy and community planning.

• Applies project management concepts (e.g., project goals, scope, and the importance of principles such as time and cost).

• Working knowledge of zoning ordinances and planning procedures and structure of council-manager municipality.

• Effective communication, presentation, interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills are required.

• Proven ability to read and interpret engineering plans, drawings, and specifications.

• Valid Class five (5) Driver's license and a personal vehicle for business use is required.

• Must be willing to attend evening meetings and work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Pay Level: PL 19

Salary Range: $44.43 (Probationary Rate) $48.85 – $52.38 (Permanent Rates)

In addition to the rate of pay, we offer other attractive incentives:

-excellent training and development opportunities

-an extensive employer paid benefits plan

-home equity protection program

-an additional annual payment of $12,480 which represents a cost of living allowance

Requisition Number: 002993

Closing Date: February 23, 2013 at 12:00 AM

Posting Type: Internal & External (POSTED: January 25, 2013 CUPE CLOSING DATE: February 1, 2013)

To apply: Please visit our website at www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca

Planner I, Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, Alberta, Canada

Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo

January 28, 2013

Professional Area: 

Planning / Land Use

Experience: 

1-3 years

Website: 

http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca

Location: 

Fort McMurray  Alberta  T9H 2K4

Canada

Position Type/ Hours: This is a permanent full-time position working thirty-five (35) hours per week within the Comprehensive Planning Branch of the Planning and Development Department.

Position Description: Under general supervision, will assist with the formulation and preparation of statutory planning documents and reports; undertake components of studies, research and produce statistical analysis and provide solutions to contemporary planning problems. Support the subdivision and development areas, and prepare reports and site plans.

Qualifications:

 • A Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following: Urban and Regional Planning, Geography, Architecture, or Engineering. An equivalent combination of post-secondary education and direct work experience may be considered.

• Membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners is an asset.

• Preference given to candidates with direct experience.

You will possess the following:

• Effective presentation, interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills are required.

• Working knowledge of computer drafting and mapping systems is required.

• Proven ability to read and interpret engineering plans, drawings, and specifications.

• Valid class five (5) Driver’s license and a personal vehicle for business use is required.

• Must be willing to attend evening meetings and work outdoors in all weather conditions.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and tactfully handle planning and development enquiries.

Pay Level: PL 18

Salary Range: $42.95 (Probationary Rate) $47.21 – $50.60 (Permanent Rates)

In addition to the rate of pay, we offer other attractive incentives:

-excellent training and development opportunities

-an extensive employer paid benefits plan

-home equity protection program

-an additional annual payment of $12,480 which represents a cost of living allowance

Requisition Number: 002991

Closing Date: February 23, 2013 at 12:00 AM

Posting Type: Internal & External (POSTED: January 25, 2013 CUPE CLOSING DATE: February 1, 2013)

Exec. Dir., Regional Planning Organization - Ft. Riley, KS

The Flint Hills Regional Council (FHRC) which covers five counties around Ft. Riley, Kansas, seeks seasoned Executive Director to propel, organize, grow and lead a new organization in service to FHRC Board of Directors composed of 21 local government members, reflecting views and concerns of 140,000 citizenry in the seven county metropolitan region. Strong executive-level generalist management experience including background of government and regional planning agency leadership required. Knowledge of transportation, land use, environmental quality, regional growth management planning, and implementation highly important. Ability to manage multiple complex projects/programs and services delivery in timely manner through competent technical staff is critical. Excellent oral/written communication and public presentation and interpersonal skills required. Outgoing, energetic, creative style important. Appointed by and reports to FHRC Board. Salary negotiable, depending upon qualifications and experience. Complete description of organization and Executive Director’s qualification criteria available at:http://flinthillsregion.org/162/employment-opportunity-executive-directo....

Apply directly to Recruitment Coordinator:

Gary Stith, Interim Executive Director
500 Huebner Road, Ft. Riley, Kansas 66442
Office Phone: (855) 785-3472
Office Fax: (855) 329-3472
Email: Employment@FlintHillsRegion.org

Senior Urban Designer, M-Group - Mountain View, CA

Senior Urban Designer

Metropolitan Planning Group (California Mountain View)

January 25, 2013

Professional Area: 

Urban Design

Experience: 

7-10 years

Contact person: 

Karen Hong

Phone: 

6509381111

Email: 

jobs@mplanninggroup.com

Website: 

http://www.mplanninggroup.com

Location: 

Mountain View  California  94043

United States

M-Group exists to bring innovative and effective planning solutions to Bay Area cities. Since the creation of the firm in 2006, we have brought high-caliber planning services to 35 Bay Area communities.  M-Group’s planners have extensive experience working on large, complex and high-profile projects and our staff brings together a range of accomplishments and a wealth of real-world experiences. http://www.mplanninggroup.com/

M-Group is looking to fill a Senior Urban Designer position. The desired staff person will be based primarily in the Mountain View office but must be available to travel for work in the nine Bay Area counties and possibly beyond. We will fill the position at the appropriate level of experience.

Senior Urban Designer:

• Part-time or Full-time (40 hours a week).
• Main responsibilities include:
  • Project manage and execute advance planning projects for City planning departments, including research, graphic preparation, report and document preparation, public speaking, attending and presenting at public hearings.
  • Marketing efforts, including putting proposals together in response to RFPs.
• Applicants must have/demonstrate:
  • An undergraduate degree in Urban Planning or related field.  Masters degree in planning or design field preferred.
  • A minimum of 5 years experience in the planning field.
  • Experience in General Plan Updates, Specific or Precise Plans, Design Guidelines, and Zoning Code Updates.
  • CEQA knowledge required.
  • Project management experience, including contract and budget management.
  • Team management experience. The ability to work independently and also be a great team player.
  • Good public speaking skills.
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, SketchUp, GIS, and AutoCAD. 

How to Apply:

Go to http://bit.ly/mgroupjobs and apply per instructions.

Planning Group Leader, RS&H - St. Charles, Ill. (Chicago West Suburbs)

Planning Group Leader
RS&H - Saint Charles, IL

RS&H, whose tradition began in 1941, is a facilities and infrastructure consulting firm whose client-centered program structure provides value-added solutions to clients around the world. Our firm is rapidly growing and is seeking innovative and forward thinking professionals at all levels to join our dynamic team. RS&H’s success is due in large part to the hard work and dedication of its associates. We recognize and reward the efforts of our associates by providing them an array of professional development opportunities and comprehensive compensation and benefits plans. RS&H, a leading national planning and design firm, has an opening for the position of Planning Studio Leader (Planner V) in the Chicago office. RS&H’s Chicago practice is seeking a motivated senior practitioner to lead the office’s community/urban and regional planning practice. Qualified candidates will have a degree in the field of urban planning or closely related field with 10 years’ experience or more in community planning, context sensitive solutions, and urban design. The position is expected to evolve into a Midwest planning practice leadership role for these services. It will report to the Great Lakes Planning Market Leader The successful candidate will help develop a mid-west community planning practice with emphasis first in the Chicago region. We are committed to providing outstanding professional services and technical excellence. The successful candidate will be responsible for project management, personnel, production, business development and related tasks. Typical assignments include: land use planning, transit and TOD planning, site and development planning; context sensitive solutions, redevelopment planning feasibility and finance, environmental studies, water front planning, design guideline, comprehensive plans, corridor and downtown plans and related assignments. Duties include: Business Development Project management and key professional resource in assigned market area. Recruit, direct and supervise a professional technical group. Operating and marketing budgets, goal setting, staffing, recruiting, project coordination and productivity necessary to provide high quality services. Oversees all design, management and technical aspects of all projects within the group. Coordinates with other office directors/leaders to ensure a consistent level of technical standards and applications among offices. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Planning. Master’s Degree Desired. 10+ years’ experience in successful project management and profitable practice building AICP required LEED Accredited Professional is desirable. Working knowledge of common technology and communication tools. Capability in specialized technology transportation or land use analysis or decision support tools a plus. When applying to this position, please include your salary requirements on your cover letter or resume. RS&H offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. For a complete list of our current openings or for more information about our company, please see our website http://www.rsandh.com . RS&H is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE/AAP/M/F/D/V  RS&H - 19 hours ago - save job - block » View or apply to job

Part-Time Hourly Research Facilitators, UIC School of Public Health - Chicago

The *Community Outreach Intervention Projects (COIP)* at UIC School of
Public Health is hiring part-time hourly facilitators for a new research
study titled “Preventing HIV/AIDS Among Teens in Juvenile Justice (PHAT
Life).” The PHAT Life study is a 2-arm randomized controlled trial of a
uniquely-tailored intervention designed for juvenile offenders on
probation.  The program will teach teens about HIV/AIDS, sexually
transmitted infections, and safer decision-making.

Facilitators will be trained to team-teach an 8 session PHAT Life
intervention with small groups of youth (ages 13 to 17).  Most
intervention programs will occur Monday through Thursday from 5:00-7:00
pm for two consecutive weeks at probation sites in the community.
  Facilitators should expect to teach one 2-week program every 1-2
months. Position is ideal for students or those interested in picking up
additional work hours in the evening.

Qualified candidates will have a background in Public Health or
Psychology, experience teaching or working with youth, and a desire to
work with high-risk populations.  Experience with youth in the juvenile
justice setting is a plus.  Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
required.  Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Sorry
no tuition wavers are available.

For fullest consideration, please email a cover letter, and CV/resume by
2/15/13 to: Erin McCarville at emccar2@uic.edu emccar2@uic.edu>.
To ensure proper handling of your application, type “PHAT Life
Facilitator Position” into the subject heading.

Operations Manager, Alta Bicycle Share - Chicago

Operations Manager
Alta Bicycle Share - Chicago, IL

Job Summary Bicycle sharing is a sustainable, healthy, and community-based transport option that enhances urban livability and mobility. Under contract with the City of Chicago DOT, Alta Bicycle Share is excited to announce the beginning of its operation of Chicago Bike Share and seeks to fill several key leadership roles leading up to system launch of 300 stations and 3000 bikes. Alta Bicycle Share seeks an experienced Operations Manager who will have overall responsibility of the operations team, from operations planning, through launch, and into regular daily bike share operations. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: hiring, training, and managing key staff; overseeing bike and station assembly and installation; overall management of key functional groups; and otherwise ensuring all safety and performance standards are met or exceeded. You’ll be a part of a groundbreaking team that focuses on the successful launch of an innovative bicycle transportation system with emphasis on building strong client relationships while exceeding the highest standards for service. Primary responsibilities  Manage 4 key departments: station service department, bicycle service department, bicycle redistribution, and dispatch.  Establish staffing plan and schedules necessary to achieve key performance indicators in each of the 4 key departments and beyond as needs dictate.  Assist team in all aspects of launching Chicago Bike Share system while learning all aspects of the system. Launch activities will include: o Training on all aspects of the bike sharing system. o Obtaining facilities, vehicles and equipment to assemble and install hundreds of stations and thousands of bicycles. o Coordination of multiple parties, including launch team, Chicago DOT, site planners, employees, and internal administration. o Hiring and training hundreds of employees on assembly and installation of bikes and stations. o Implementing established systems for health and safety, operations and data reporting.  Lead all aspects of ongoing operations for Chicago Bike Share system after launch, including: o Overall responsibility for “Street Team” staff on the order of 100: bicycle redistribution, bicycle maintenance, station maintenance and cleanliness, and emergency response. o Close coordination with customer service team to listen to and serve the needs of the customers. o Ensure safe workplace conditions and OHS compliance. o Ensure development, improvement, and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures. o Ensure timely and complete record keeping in all functional areas  Work under the guidance of the General Manager. Requirements  Undergraduate degree in business, operations, engineering or related field.  Minimum 5 years of operations background, including proven experience managing large operations teams.  High proficiency in Excel, Word, Microsoft Project, Google Applications, and ability to learn new software.  Excellent organization, written and verbal communication skills; ability to meet deadlines.  Demonstrated personal and professional commitment to the vision, mission and values of sustainable transportation.  Ability to coordinate and maintain strong ongoing relationships among multiple parties, including employees, manufacturers, subcontractor(s) and clients.  Ability to understand technical aspects of the software and the hardware capabilities and needs of a bike share system.  Organized thinker, with the ability to self-direct under a high pressure environment with changing deadlines.  Ability to drive continuous improvements of the operations that are in line with international standards and company corporate initiatives.  Comfortable in a high-pressure, high-visibility, start-up environment.  Valid driver license and clean driving record. (no major violations in past 5 years; no more than 2 minor in past 3 years)  Knowledge of Chicago geography.  Job may require hours that exceed 8 hours per day and/or 40 hours per week.  May require bending, stooping, lifting up to 35 pounds.  May require travel. Note: The above description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities due to the nature of work performed to accomplish Chicago Bike Share’s Mission. Alta Bicycle Share is proud to be an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer. To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume. For more information, please visit our website at: www.altabicycleshare.com Please, no phone calls.

Architect / Program Manager, Space Architects + Planners - Chicago

Architect / Project Manager
Space Architects + Planners - Chicago, IL

We are seeking an Architect / Project manager with 2-4 years of residential multi-unit work experience – new construction and adaptive reuse. We are a fresh, fast growing firm in the West Loop area of Chicago. Some areas of specialization include residential architecture, including large multi-unit projects, single family homes, condominium conversions, as well as a variety of commercial projects (restaurants and hospitality) and urban planning developments. Please feel free to view our work at www.spacearchplan.com We are looking for a candidate that will be involved in all stages of the project, from initial client interaction through to preparing permit / construction drawings. Team, time and task management skills are a must. AutoCAD proficiency, completed Intern Development Program (Licensure preferred), great communication skills, Chicago Zoning and Building Code understanding, attention to detail, and a passion for architecture are all required. We offer a team oriented, creative, casual and professional work environment as well as a great benefits package. Please email your resume and references. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. alexandra@spacearchplan.com

Long Beach, Calif., Management Assistant Program

The deadline to apply for the 2013-14 Management Assistant Program with the City of Long Beach is approaching. Please let any interested students know that all application materials must be emailed by February 1st, 2013. 

The Management Assistant Program is California's longest running municipal management fellowship. It is widely recognized as one of the best apprenticeships in the nation. Management Assistants engage in a one-year fellowship which includes four departmental rotations and numerous developmental opportunities. The program brochure is attached to this email. More information can be found at: http://www.longbeach.gov/citymanager/maprogram/default.asp

Potential candidates must have completed their Masters Degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Urban Planning, Business Administration or a related field by July 1st, 2013. Please feel free to contact Will Norris or the Long Beach Human Resources department  at (562) 570-6372 if you have any questions.

Project Coordinator, Chicago Park District

Date Posted:  1/15/2013

*Closing Date:  01/29/2013 *

Location:  Central Administration - PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT

Date Available:  ASAP
Primarily focusing on Planning & Development projects
Title:  Project Coordinator

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CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS:
Under general supervision, assists department heads with the development
of policy initiatives and strategic planning priorities. Performs
related duties as required.
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EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Assists department heads with coordinating and developing policy
initiatives and strategic planning priorities.  Assists department heads
with assessments and project planning.  Creates a standard project
assessment template to include risks, costs, and a synopsis of issues
reported. Serves as a representative for the department head at project
meetings. Assists the department head in performance management and with
identifying operational inefficiencies and ways to implement improvement
plans for future evaluation.

Prepares written reports for management and works with department heads
to gather and convey information and projects results and assessments.
Maintains documentation required for project accountability and project
assessment.
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DESIRABLE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Training and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration or related field,
supplemented  by one to three years of office administration experience;
or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Good knowledge of the principles and techniques of business management.
Thorough knowledge of all phases of office management. Strong
Interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Ability to work
independently.  Ability to handle multiple tasks. High level of
organizational and planning skills.
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Expected Salary Offer: $45,000 - $55,000

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FLSA:  Exempt
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