Program Manager – Light Rail Community Works
Hennepin County
October 27, 2014
Professional Area:
Community Development and Redevelopment
Civil Engeering
Real Estate Development
Transportation Planning
Urban Design
Experience:
3-5 years
Contact person:
Leanne Rajtar
Phone:
612-348-9045
Location:
Minneapolis, MN
Program Manager – Bottineau Light Rail Community Works
Housing Community Works and Transit (HCWT)
Hennepin County, Minneapolis, MN
$61,538 - $95,792
HCWT is seeking a strategic leader with substantive experience in community development and project management to develop and manage the Bottineau Community Works Program. This position will work collaboratively with cities and other partners along the Bottineau Corridor to conduct station planning for the areas within one-half mile of each of the planned Bottineau light rail train (LRT) stations.
The Bottineau Corridor includes a proposed 13 mile LRT line with up to 11 stations, extending from Target Field Station in Downtown Minneapolis, and serves the communities of North Minneapolis, Golden Valley, Robbinsdale, Crystal, and Brooklyn Park.
This is a limited duration (temporary) with benefits position which will include some evening and potentially weekend meetings as part of this position. These can be at various locations around the county, some of which are not serviced by public transportation.
Best Qualified Candidates will have:
- A bachelor’s degree or higher in public administration, transportation planning, urban/city planning, public policy, public affairs, public health or related degree and at least (6) years of related experience in project management, community development, real estate development, planning and/or engineering
- A valid driver’s license
- Knowledge of:
- City neighborhood planning and zoning processes
- Federal Transit Administration’s New Starts Program and evaluation criteria
- The issues of surrounding neighborhoods and demonstrated understanding of racial/ethnic disparities
- Strong communication and presentation skills to a wide variety of audiences
Hennepin County offers life work balance and stability. Benefits include: comprehensive health and wellness package, employee discounts, retirement preparation and saving plans, various insurance protection, family benefits, tuition reimbursement, and more.
To view the complete posting and access the online application process, visit our website at www.hennepin.jobs. The position is open until 5 p.m. Wednesday, November 5, 2014.
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