CHA Outreach Coordinator, LUCHA - Chicago, IL

CHA Outreach Coordinator

LUCHA is searching for a CHA Housing Outreach Coordinator (immediate availability).

About LUCHA

Since 1982, LUCHA (Latin United Community Housing Association) has served thousands of moderate and low-income families with Affordable Housing Development, Emergency Housing Repair and Assistance, Home Buyer Counseling, Foreclosure Prevention and Legal Assistance.  LUCHA owns and operates 153 units of affordable housing in the West Town, Humboldt Park and Logan Square Communities, and counsels families around Chicago and in the Midwest region. LUCHA also partners with residents, community organizers, financial institutions and government agencies to maintain its $18 million in real estate assets and to advocate for greater affordable housing options in the region.

Job Description

In support of LUCHA's contract with the Chicago Housing Authority (the "CHA"), the CHA Outreach coordinator will be the point person to accomplish the objectives and purposes set forth by the contract, which requires outreach and registration for the CHA Housing Choice Voucher ("HCV") Program which helps low-income households choose and pay for quality housing in the private market. With funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the HCV Program pays a portion of a family's rent each month to give them access to the full range of housing available in Chicago's diverse neighborhoods. The CHA Outreach Coordinator oversees the day-to-day operations, functions and duties to achieve the delivers of the contract on behalf of LUCHA. In carrying out his/her duties, the CHA Outreach Coordinator will work with the following functional areas within LUCHA: organizing, support services, property management, housing counseling and advocacy and marketing.

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In-House Consultant Support to Florida DOT, Transportation Resource Associates, Inc. - Tallahassee, FL

Transportation Resource Associates, Inc. In-House Consultant Support to Florida DOT • Fall 2014

Transportation Resource Associates, Inc. provides operations, management, and technical consulting services to the public transportation industry throughout North America. TRA specializes in transit and railway operations, transit safety and security, maintenance, and related areas. TRA provides a wide range of consulting services, from individual short- and long-term projects and program management, to in-house staffing of full-time specialists at client locations to support client needs.

In-House Transit Programs Consultant Position Description
The In-House Transit Programs Consultant is a unique position within TRA in that it will be fully allocated to transit safety programs assignments for the Florida Department of Transportation. The In-House Consultant is based in Tallahassee, and works directly under the direction of the FDOT Transit Safety Programs Manager at FDOT offices, with limited management from TRA personnel.

All of the Activities and Tasks identified below are generalized work activities anticipated for the In-House Transit Programs Consultant. Specific task activities would be accomplished in accordance with the directions of the Transit Safety Programs Manager.

SSO Program Certification Work Plan (CWP) Data Collection and Review

The consultant will assist the Transit Safety Programs Manager with the implementation of the FDOT State Safety Oversight Certification Work Plan (CWP). This CWP covers Florida’s oversight program for the Hillsborough Area Regional Transit TECO Line Streetcar System, the Jacksonville Transportation Authority Automated Skyway Express, The Miami-Dade Transit Metrorail and Metromover, and the Ft. Lauderdale WAVE Transit Systems. The consultant will assist with the collection, reviewing, and analyzing of relevant Federal and State Rules, regulations, issues, facts, and data to help develop policy recommendations, procedures, and safety requirements that will assist with formal Florida Administrative Code Rule development as FDOT transitions from the existing SSO Program under 49 CFR Part 659 to the new SSO Program authorized in the Moving ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act under 49 U.S.C. 5329(e). The approved CWP is available for reference.

The consultant will work with the Transit Safety Program Manager to establish and maintain a detailed implementation schedule for all items of the CWP. The consultant will regularly monitor the CWP and update the progress of each item of the CWP on a monthly basis or earlier if needed.

The consultant will develop monthly and as needed summary reports on the status of the CWP process and 
any new federal or state SSO guidelines. The consultant will also develop a comprehensive bi-annual and an annual report detailing the CWP status, process, accomplishments and challenges.

The consultant will assist with developing necessary training to be delivered electronically and/or in person to FDOT Central Office, District Office, and Fixed Guideway Transportation staff on any new policy and/or rule development changes as a result of decisions made during the CWP process. Training may be delivered in-person or through electronic media (webinar) as required.

In-House Consultant Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree is required. An advanced degree and/or associated work experience is a plus. TRA has found that candidates with experience in transportation, engineering, planning, or similar disciplines, are most successful, however applicants with similar or parallel backgrounds will be

considered.

The in-house consultant staff member should possess a general working knowledge of or ability to learn the following competencies:

•   Communications and Customer service
  
•   Public Transportation
  
•   Applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations that must include the Federal Transit
  Administrations circulars, orders and regulations that include Title 49 Code of Federal
  Regulations.
  
•   Specific federal and state regulations and laws must include: 49 CFR Part 659, the Moving
  ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act under 49 U.S.C. 5329(e) State Safety Oversight Program. If not already, the consultant must become familiar with and have a working knowledge of the requirements in 341.061(1) Florida Statute, and the Safety and Security Oversight Program Fixed Guideway Transportation Systems Manual 725-030-014 (incorporated by reference as Rule 14-15.017, Florida Administrative Code).
  
•   Proficient in analyzing relevant transit safety issues, facts and available information to develop logical solutions.
  
•   Researching, analyzing and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations. Must be able to research inconsistencies of facts and data; drawing correct inferences from information and making recommendations that support reasonable decisions.
  
•   Characteristics of the Safety Management Systems Approach (SMS).
  
•   Transit rail investigative practices and procedures.
  
•   Hazard Management practices and procedures.
  
•   Rail fixed guideway transportation system operations and infrastructure.
  
•   Transit planning methods, techniques and strategies.
  
•   Planning, coordinating and handling multiple tasks to meet short and long term deadlines.
  
•   Analyzing and organizing technical data.
  
•   Preparing and writing professional detailed reports.
  
•   Communicating complex ideas and information clearly, concisely, and effectively.
  
•   Familiarity and experience with the FDOT’s work program process is desirable, but not required.
  
  
  In-House Consultant candidates must be consistently detail-oriented, organized, and flexible. Candidates must have excellent communications skills, including both writing and verbal, a strong ability for critical thinking, and an excellent capacity to analyze, understand, and incorporate technical information. Candidates must also be able to think creatively about data and presenting it as useful and engaging information. Because of the high level of interaction with diverse technical staff, successful Candidates must be outgoing, engaging, and social, and must actively look for ways they can help FDOT. Candidates must be proficient in use of Microsoft Windows, as well as MS Office programs, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Database experience is a plus.
  
  This In-House Consultant will work in FDOT’s offices in Tallahassee, but travel will be required throughout the state of Florida, as dictated by project needs. Position is salaried, and is based on a minimum 40-hour work week. Schedule and total hours may vary depending on current assignments. Job progression is encouraged; opportunities may be available for successful candidates.
  Tell us why you are the right person for TRA’s In-House Consultant position. Qualifications and an expression of your interest should be sent to pja@traonline.com. 
  

Environmental Planner, Cardno - Concord, CA

Environmental Planner 

Cardno

September 23, 2014 

Professional Area: 

Environmental and Natural Resources Planning

Experience: 

5-7 years

Website: 

https://re12.ultipro.com/CARDNO/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=%2A242380D1D7DBE65...

Location: 

Concord, CA

Cardno ENTRIX is an environmental and natural resource management consultancy providing a broad suite of services in Water Resources Management, Natural Resources Management, Permitting & Compliance, and Liability Management. Clients turn to Cardno ENTRIX for help navigating complex environmental, natural resource, and business challenges because of our creative problem-solving and the successful track record of our multidisciplinary team.

Cardno ENTRIX is seeking an Environmental Planner and a Senior Environmental Planner in settings that are not urban, primarily rural and natural settings which could include wetlands, riparian habitat, or wilderness, to assist multidisciplinary teams in a wide range of projects including environmental impact reports, environmental impact statements, and environmental permit processes, for energy projects, such as pipelines, transmission lines, power plants and hydro-electric facilities.

Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:

> Managing multi-disciplinary assignments 
> Managing large sub-consultants teams

> Coordinating environmental technical studies

> Preparing general and technical sections of project reports and proposals

Basic Qualifications:

> Bachelor's degree in environmental studies, natural resource management, planning or related field.  Master’s degree required for Senior Environmental Planner

> Five years of relevant professional experience required for the Environmental Planner.  Ten to Fifteen years of relevant professional experience  required for the Senior Environmental Planner

> Experience working on natural resources or energy projects such as pipelines, transmission lines, power plants, and/or hydro-electric facilities required

> Knowledge of CEQA/NEPA requirements and implementations

> Knowledge of pertinent environmental regulations

> Excellent oral and written communication skills

> Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

> Ability to periodically travel to field sites and other Cardno ENTRIX offices throughout the U.S.

Desired Qualifications:

> Solid time management and follow-through skills, with the ability to simultaneously work on and manage multiple tasks/projects with tight deadlines

> Positive and energetic attitude

> Self-motivated; strong initiative

> Detail oriented; resourceful

> Bilingual capabilities (Spanish) is a plus

* Please Note that selected candidates will be required to pass a drug, background and reference screening.

Cardno ENTRIX is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer

EEO/AA/M/F/V/D

TO APPLY, GO TO: https://re12.ultipro.com/CARDNO/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*242380D1D7DBE657 or https://re12.ultipro.com/CARDNO/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*B3D3BB669DE7DC79

Planner I/II, Kern County Planning and Community Development Department - Bakersfield, CA

Planner I/II 

Kern County Planning and Community Development Department

September 22, 2014 

Professional Area: 

Land-Use Management and Code Enforcement

Experience: 

Entry level

Contact person: 

Tina Burke

Email: 

tina@co.kern.ca.us

Website: 

http://www.co.kern.ca.us/personnel/default.aspx

Location: 

Bakersfield, CA

The Kern County Personnel Department is accepting applications for Planner I/II.  
One immediate opening exists at the Kern County Planning and Community Development Department for an entry/journey level Planner responsible for performing a variety of professional duties in support of current and advanced land use planning.  Duties include: provide information and assistance to the general public and the development community on a daily basis; review and analyze land use proposals based upon established zoning and subdivision regulations and design standards; research and prepare professional staff reports; and make recommendations to elected and appointed officials. Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills are essential. Requires Bachelor’s Degree in Planning or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to obtain the knowledge and skill to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Salary: $4,165 - $5,344 commensurate with experience.  APPLY ONLINE AT www.co.kern.ca.us/personnel before 5:00 pm October 24, 2014.

Associate Planner, City of Modesto - Modesto, CA

Associate Planner 

City of Modesto

September 22, 2014 

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Facilities and Infrastructure Planning

Land-Use Management and Code Enforcement

Urban Design

Zoning Administration

Experience: 

1-3 years

Website: 

http://www.modestogov.com

Location: 

Modesto, CA

The Associate Planner is responsible to perform professional work in the field of current and advance planning; and to provide information and assistance to developers and the public on planning related matters.
The current vacant position will perform a variety of professional level work in current and advanced planning, including review of development plans, entitlement applications and technical reports; research and analysis; preparation of written reports, environmental assessments and legal notices; presentations; technical assistance to the general public; and related work as required.
Applications may be screened to most qualified, so please be as detailed as possible in the Experience and Education sections of your application. Resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of a properly completed application. 

The following information is being provided as a reference and as a planning tool for scheduling time off. Human Resources is UNABLE to schedule make-up appointments. 

Tentative Schedule

Oral Board Interviews

Wednesday, October 29, 2014

Human Resources reserves the right to revise the testing process to best meet the needs of the City.

Experience and Training Guidelines 

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: 

Experience: 

Two years of responsible experience equivalent to Assistant Planner in the City of Modesto. 

Training: 

Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in regional or urban planning, geography or a related field. 

License or Certificate: 

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver's license.

Apply online at www.modestogov.com. City application required, including Supplemental Questionnaire. The City of Modesto is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Associate / Senior Planner - Limited Duration, City of Walnut Creek - Walnut Creek, CA

Associate / Senior Planner - Limited Duration 

City of Walnut Creek

September 22, 2014 

Professional Area: 

Planning Management, Budgeting and Finance

Experience: 

3-5 years

Website: 

http://www.walnut-creek.org

Location: 

Walnut Creek, CA

CLOSING DATE:
10/09/14 05:00 PM

CITY OF WALNUT CREEK POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Associate Planner: $79,079 - $95,484 Annually

Senior Planner: $93,204 - $112,791 Annually

The City of Walnut Creek is seeking to hire two limited-duration, full-time positions: Associate Planner and Senior Planner. Each will be primarily working on current planning projects but work may include some aspects of long-range studies. The professionals hired for these positions will be preparing staff reports; making oral presentations to the public and to elected and appointed decision makers; interpreting planning policies, state laws and local ordinances; explaining City procedures in person, over the phone and in writing; drafting a variety of written documents including letters, reports, ordinances, amendments to ordinances, and California Environmental Quality Act documents; and working extensively on the computer to manage current planning case-loads, prepare maps, analyze data, create graphics, research on the Internet, and communicate with others through e-mail.
There are currently two limited term, full-time vacancies in the City’s Planning Division of the Community and Economic Development Department. These are limited-duration positions that are funded for one year only. These positions are designated as “at-will” under City rules; the incumbent will serve in an exempt status at the pleasure of the City Manager.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
The ideal candidates will have a zeal for public service, strong current planning skills including zoning and design review, excellent written and verbal communication skills and project management capability. The positions require a strong working knowledge of federal, state and local law as it pertains to city planning; the ability to perform moderate to complex planning studies and project reviews, ability to make effective oral and written presentations using state of the art technology; ability to interpret and apply complex guidelines; and ability and desire to establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships while ensuring quality customer service and efficient project management.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES:

Education and Experience:
The positions require graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in urban planning, architecture, public administration or a related field, and considerable experience (minimum of three to four years for Associate, five to seven years for Senior) in professional municipal planning; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the knowledge and skills for the position.
Please see the class specification at www.walnut-creek.org for a complete description of this classification's representative duties, requirements, working conditions, and physical requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of urban planning and zoning and skill in applying these principles and practices to local problems.
• Thorough knowledge of federal, state and local laws related to planning, zoning, and design review.
• Thorough knowledge of the California Environmental Quality Act.
• Skill in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data pertaining to planning and zoning situations and studies.
• Knowledge of standard computer software related to the work; knowledge of or capacity to learn to use permit processing software, Geographic Information System software, database software, and graphics software.
• Skill in communicating effectively, orally and in writing.
• Skill in understanding and interpreting maps, plans, building elevations, specifications, and legal descriptions.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.
• Skill in creating word processing documents, sending e-mails, and researching topics on the Internet.

Special Requirement: Possession of, or ability to obtain prior to employment, a valid Class C California Driver’s License and a good driving record.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Applications are due no later than 5:00 PM on Thursday, October 9, 2014. All applicants must apply online at www.walnut-creek.org to be eligible for consideration.

Applicants possessing the MOST DESIRABLE qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process, which may include an appraisal interview tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, October 22, 2014. An eligible list will be established as a result of this examination process and will be valid for a period of six months. All applicants will be notified by email as to whether or not they are invited to participate further in the selection process. In addition, applicants can log on to their account and check their current status online.
The successful candidate must successfully pass a thorough background check including DOJ fingerprinting and criminal check. If special accommodations are necessary at any stage of the examination process please provide the Human Resources Division with advance notice and every attempt will be made to consider your request. As required by law, all public employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers. As such, all City of Walnut Creek employees may be called upon to assist in the event of fire, flood, earthquake, or other natural or man-
made disasters.

Senior Transit Planner, Lane Transit District - Eugene, OR

Senior Transit Planner 

Lane Transit District

September 22, 2014 

Professional Area: 

Transportation Planning

Experience: 

5-7 years

Website: 

http://www.ltd.org

Location: 

Eugene, OR

Lane Transit District, named best mid-sized transit system in North America for 2014, is one of the most successful and highly regarded public transit systems in the nation; has received numerous national, state, and local awards for service to the community; and, for transit districts its size, is consistently ranked among the nation's leaders in the successful implementation of Bus Rapid Transit, bus ridership, and service efficiency.  LTD is committed to the values of working together, taking initiative, being professional, and practicing safety. If you are interested in joining us as we endeavor to provide and improve services to all our diverse communities in ways that are sensitive and responsive to cultural differences, including accessibility for persons with disabilities, we urge you to apply for this position.
This position is responsible forconducting research, planning, scheduling, and adjustment of routes for LTD’s fixed-route transit system and making presentations and representing LTD in a variety of forums.
The essential functions of this position include: Coordinating and evaluating workload of transit planners and distributing work according to abilities; coordinating, planning, and leading weekly staff meetings; and providing liaison with other departments. Communicates effectively with other departments including operators in resolving service issues and conflicts. Managing the Bid process; overseeing staff involved and creating schedules, timetables and route maps for Graphics, the public and bus operators. Overseeing the bus stop and shelter programs. Managing an annual comprehensive evaluation of service and any other service redesigns. Monitoring performance of transit planners and providing input to performance evaluations prepared by department manager. Initiating, evaluating and coordinating software program upgrades for customized scheduling and data retrieval systems. Initiating/responding to requests that require technical expertise in Hastus software and the interface to Midas and TransitMaster. Managing specific route assignments. Evaluating system-wide service issues and making appropriate adjustments to address concerns. Coordinating review of land use developments from cities and counties. Representing the District in meetings with citizens, neighborhood groups, and public officials to receive and provide input into service planning. Overseeing transit planners working on the design and management of service for special events. Taking the lead on developing alternate routes and facilities related to Eugene, Springfield, LCC and UO Station service detours. Designing, coordinating, and evaluating various studies and preparing reports. Coordinating with consultants and interns, and managing temporary staff. Assisting mid and long-range transit plans, capital improvement programs, and fleet planning.  Representing the department on technology-related projects. Assisting the department manager in the selection and training of planning staff. Assisting the department manager in the development of the departmental budget. Making presentations to the Board of Directors, public boards and councils, and other community groups.
Qualified candidates must have: Knowledge of the transit field and physical ability sufficient to perform thoroughly and accurately the full scope of responsibility as illustrated by example in the above essential job functions of this job description. Knowledge of transit planning principles, survey design, implementation, analysis, and awareness of trends in transit and recent transit research; transit facility design principles; computer applications for transit operations; principles and practices of supervision; public relations concepts; marketing concepts; public planning and involvement processes; occupational hazards and safety precautions and regulations; and District policies and procedures. Ability to utilize GIS software such as ArcView and ArcMap. Ability to exercise independent judgment in the analysis and solution of complex route and schedule problems, using logical reasoning and prudent judgment. Ability to effectively lead and coordinate team projects; select, assign, train, and supervise, transit planners; develop and produce written reports; deliver effective oral presentations to a variety of audiences; set agendas and chair meetings; work on several projects at the same time, with periodic interruptions; remain flexible in work assignments and respond rapidly to changing priorities; recognize opportunities to complete work more efficiently and economically; develop creative solutions within a predefined set of constraints; understand and analyze data, recognize the need for additional data, synthesize data from many sources, and conduct statistical studies and other numerical analyses; use a personal computer in a LAN environment, including word processing, spreadsheet programs, scheduling, and data bases; conduct professional surveys, with consideration to questionnaire design, sampling methodology, data analysis, and report writing; take a broad perspective on planning issues, considering impacts on the entire organization and community; understand specifications and drawings for construction projects; deal with conflict and seek appropriate avenues of resolution; interpret and implement applicable federal and state mandates; work as an effective team member and establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; meet position attendance requirements; work safely; perform job functions in a timely and accurate manner; communicate effectively with other employees and the general public, using courtesy, tact, and good judgment; and act as a positive representative of the District. Qualified candidates should have: A bachelor’s degree in planning or related subject from a recognized college or university.  A master’s degree is preferred. A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in transit service planning and scheduling. A minimum of five years of experience in run cutting techniques including proficiency in computerized run cutting methods. A minimum of five years of experience in transportation planning techniques. A minimum of seven years of experience in manual and computerized schedule making techniques. Experience with Hastus or Trapeze or scheduling software, two years preferred.
Underfill Requirements: This position may be underfilled by a less-qualified candidate at the Transit Planner level ($57,327-$76,436) or at the Planner Associate level ($50,073-$66,763), which requires a bachelor’s degree in planning or related field from a recognized college or university; minimum 2 years of experience in planning, specific transit planning experience preferred; and experience with scheduling software preferred.
Compensation for this position will be commensurate with qualifications and includes an attractive, comprehensive benefits package.  The annual salary range for this position is $61,341 to $81,788.
HOW TO APPLY:  Visit our website www.ltd.org to submit your resume and complete the required application and assessments.   Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, October 20, 2014.  For additional information call (541) 682-6100.
The Lane Transit District is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer.