Space Administrator II, UIC

The University of Illinois at Chicago Office of Facility and Space Planning is looking for a Space Administrator II.

The Space Administrator II is responsible for maintaining UIC's comprehensive campus space information system.  The ideal candidate will gather, organize, and update the space inventory under direct supervision of the designated supervisor.

Duties: 

·         Work closely with campus college/department space managers/business managers and university project managers in gathering necessary information to update the Computer-Aided Facility Management (CAFM) system per Postsecondary Education Facilities Inventory and Classification Manual (FICM) standards.

·         Record space reassignments, space moves, leases, floor plan changes and space utilization changes in the CAFM system per FICM standards.

·         Assist in conducting the annual Space Survey and the Facilities and Administrative Rate (F&A) Survey.

·         Lead a space auditing program and conduct periodic space walk-throughs.

·         Perform Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) calculations for calculating Rentable Square Feet for leased spaces.

·         Prepare facility and space utilization reports for committees, leadership and university/state/federal entities as required.

·         Assist in implementing policies governing the utilization of university-controlled space.

·         Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Qualifications: 

Bachelor’s degree (Experience in space utilization or in closely related work [such as management, engineering, accounting, linear programming, or statistics] that required similar problem solving, administrative, and supervisory abilities may be substituted, year for year, for university education.)

Experience with AutoCAD is a must.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with CAFM systems like Archibus with at least 2 years of experience in space management.

• Experience in a higher education environment, preferably at a public research institution.

• Knowledge of FICM standards.

• Experience with Oracle or any relational database system, writing SQL queries, Business Objects or any other reporting tool is preferred.

• Familiarity with UIC Enterprise systems.

• Proficiency with Archibus Web Central is preferred.

• Experience with reporting functionalities in Microsoft Excel and Access is preferred.

• Self-starter with strong analytical skills
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• For more information (and to apply) please go to:

https://jobs.uic.edu/job-board/job-details?jobID=69000

Chicago Park District Planning and Development Part Time Special Project Assistant

Title:  Special Project Assistant (part-time)

Anticipated Schedule: 25 hours per week
Closing Date:   08/23/2016

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS:
Under direct supervision, assists staff members in the research, development, implementation and promotion of Park District special projects. Performs a variety of entry level professional duties in addition to some clerical and administrative duties. Performs related duties as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: 

Makes visits to parks to assist in monitoring the programming based on established performance measures, customer surveys, community feedback and evaluation. Assists other staff in prioritizing facilities management and landscape management work orders and repairs.  Provides support for supervisors and other staff and reports back to the Manager.

  

Provides research, writing and communication support on special projects. Performs research duties and field work related to Park District programs and their marketing. Collects and verifies information. Follows through with requests for information by compiling accurate data and preparing or providing responses.  Attends project meetings and community meetings as Park District representative.  Helps park managers and supervisors with special project activities consistent with overall Park District programming and marketing strategies. Facilitates professional development training on identified subjects. May maintain records and documentation required for program evaluation and accountability, including budget allocations, itemized costs and expenditures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Training and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public relations, Business, Education or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with a community based agency or program is recommended.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of contemporary public relations practices. Knowledge of public policy principles and practices. Ability to research information and prepare clear written or oral reports. Ability to relate to field personnel and community groups. Creative writing and editing skills. Record keeping skills. Basic computer skills.

Salary Range: $15.53 - $15.76 per hour


http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/jobs/?category=Administrative&AppliTrackJobId=2872&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1

Senior Planner Metropolitan Council - St. Paul MN

Senior Planner
Metropolitan Council

St. Paul MN

Closing date: 8/28/2016

The Community Development Division of the Metropolitan Council has one vacancy for a Senior Planner to support the department's responsibility for the implementation of the regional plan (Thrive MSP 2040) and Regional Systems Policy Plans which includes review of local comprehensive plan amendments, environmental reviews, watershed district plans, housing, reviews and other planning types of reviews.

As a Senior Planner you will serve as a Sector Representative, providing planning technical assistance to Metropolitan Council Members and to local governments. As Senior Planner you will also lead the development of resources and technical assistance for local governments related to regional economic competitiveness and incorporating economic development considerations into local comprehensive plans.

The Council offers an excellent benefits package, a stable work load, and a great work-life balance.

Local Planning Assistance is the land use planning and technical resource in the Council's implementation of the Metropolitan Land Planning Act and its metropolitan development guide and policy plans. This work unit implements the Act through the Sector Representative Program and reviews of comprehensive plans, amendments to those plans, and environmental reviews, which deal with an array of land use, transportation, housing, parks, and other issues. This unit also provides planning technical assistance to Metropolitan Council Members and to communities in the local implementation of regional policies.

The Community Development Division is responsible for the Council's regional growth strategy, planning and technical assistance to local communities, and parks and open space. This division also includes the Metropolitan Housing and Redevelopment Authority (Metro HRA) and the Livable Communities program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in city, urban, or environmental planning, or a related field AND a minimum of four (4) years of planning related experience. 
• Must have two (2) years of experience in development review and permitting, ordinance writing, planning implementation, or long-range planning for an urban or suburban city.
• Must be familiar with the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area and its planning structures.
• Must be proficient in communicating and presenting reports to decision-making bodies.
• Must be able to interpret and communicate complex or technical information to lay audiences.

Equivalency: A Master's degree in a related field will be considered as two (2) years OF related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in urban and regional planning AND three (3) years or more of planning related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree AND five (5) years or more of planning related experience.
• Experience/ability to work with a range of suburban to rural communities.
• Experience in local economic development efforts, such as an economic development authority, business attraction/retention, brownfield redevelopment, or other similar work in a city.
• Experience incorporating economic development or business considerations into local planning efforts.
• Demonstrated ability in leading/managing projects and completing deliverables within allotted timeframes.
• Demonstrated ability to use GIS to perform geographic analyses.
• AICP certification preferred.

TO APPLY:
Applicants MUST submit the Metropolitan Council’s online employment application no later than
AUGUST 28 - more information and application instructions at www.metrocouncil.org.

Economic Development Specialist City of Madison, WI

Economic Development Specialist
City of  Madison, WI
The City of Madison is seeking a motivated and experienced economic development professional to plan and implement key strategic initiatives focused on building a stronger, more innovative, and more inclusive local economy. Madison's Economic Development Specialist manages key long range projects, analyzes data, researches policy, conducts outreach, and keeps a finger on the pulse of emerging opportunities and challenges facing the City's rapidly changing economy.

With exceptional organizational, analytical, and project management skills, this individual will coordinate key ongoing long range projects, work with colleagues across City departments on strategies to expand economic opportunity in the City, and lead the implementation of projects identified in the City's recently-updated Economic Development Strategy.

Qualified candidates will have at least five years of responsible and varied professional experience in the area of project management and/or economic development. Candidates should also have experience in policy research and development, either through work or education.

To obtain more detailed information and to apply for this position, please visit our website atwww.cityofmadison.com/hr. Applications are due no later than August 28, 2016.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
SALARY RANGE Mid II (4-8 years) $69,731.48 - $84,184.36 Annually

Portfolio Management Assistant - Chicago Community Loan Fund

Portfolio Management Assistant

Chicago Community Loan Fund

The Portfolio Management Assistant provides critical and substantive support to CCLF’s lending,
marketing and portfolio management programs, enjoying a wide range of duties and responsibilities. The position supports the work of the Director of Portfolio Management (DPM) and the Portfolio Management Team, but also provides specific support to the Director of Lending. The position includes direct and indirect contact with and service to our applicants, borrowers and investors.

• Serve as the liaison in the Portfolio Management Department between the Lending and Finance and Accounting teams for a variety of matters.
• Assist the DPM with gathering borrower information for loan renewal and restructure
• Schedule site visits and meetings with borrowers as needed (managed by DPM)
• Process and track draw requests according to established procedures.
• Coordinate with Finance and Accounting team to reconcile month end Portfolio Numbers and ensure account accuracy.
• Prepare and distribute monthly routine and delinquent invoices to borrowers
• Prepare materials and take minutes for all Loan Committee, Special Assets Committee, and Enterprise Risk Management Committee meetings and schedule other small meetings as needed
• Manage monthly monitoring of customer accounts, record payments, maintaining credit files, borrower insurance and tax compliance, real estate tax payments, UCC filings, deposit account verifications, etc.
• Assist with borrower compliance as necessary
• Serve as the primary contact person on the Portfolio Management Team for investor compliance reports (managed by Director of Portfolio Management)
• Collect, audit and report social impact data on all loans regularly and communicate data to the appropriate teams
• Maintain portfolio reports and analyses for both internal and external use (e.g. Loan Portfolio Ratings Report, portfolio segmentation, charge-offs tracking, repaid loans tracking, collateral tracking, etc.)
• Produce and distribute periodic borrower mailings (e.g. surveys) with supervision from DPM Assist with the maintenance of the loan portfolio databases (including borrower addresses) and credit files
• Conduct loan inquiry/intake calls and report the information to the Director of Lending (DOL)
• Schedule follow up calls from the loan inquiries for the DOL.
• Manage the Deal Flow spreadsheet
• Assist with Technical Assistance programs, workshops, and reporting
• Co-lead the annual CDFI Fund application (in cooperation with External Relations Officer and other staff)
• Research programs and initiatives of interest to CCLF as necessary
• Other duties as assigned 

Nature Scope of Working Relationships
The Portfolio Management Assistant position requires maintaining working relationships with fellow team members; borrowers; potential clients; consultants; vendors; financial institutions; other public/private sector institutions; peers in the field of community development; and committee volunteers. This position reports to the Vice President of Lending but also works with direction from the Senior Portfolio Management Officer.

Major Challenges/Performance Measures

The major challenge of this position is to provide prompt, accurate and superb customer service to a wide array of stakeholders including investors, borrowers and senior management; while insuring a high level of accuracy and quality in loan portfolio reporting.

Performance measures include: maintaining a depth of knowledge of each loan/borrower; proactive and timely problem solving; outstanding customer service; accurate reporting across the organization; and maintaining current, accurate, and organized loan management system and credit files.

Qualifications

The Portfolio Management Assistant will possess the following:

• Working knowledge of affordable housing, economic development and other community financing
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Strong marketing skills
• Strong quantitative skills
• Ability to organize and handle multiple priorities simultaneously
• Ability to work with a diverse range of community-based groups
• A keen attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Access and/or other database programs
• Working knowledge of GIS software

Minimum educational requirement: Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, business, real estate,

economics, or a related field.

Work Conditions 

Majority of time is spent indoors in an office atmosphere. Occasional local travel may be required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, talk and hear. This position requires occasional standing, walking, kneeling and crouching.  This employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

It is the policy of the Chicago Community Loan Fund not to discriminate against any applicant for

employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status.

CHICAGO COMMUNITY LOAN FUND: www.cclfchicago.org

Procurement Coordinator - Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission

Procurement Coordinator

Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission

Portage, IN

Planning for a region of 770,000 people (per 2010 Census) in the Chicago Metropolitan Area

DESCRIPTION: This position is responsible for a variety of procurement and accounting duties. The procurement functions involve obtaining the goods and services that NIRPC needs to fulfil its obligation to its sub-recipients and perform its everyday business. This position also provides back up to the Chief Accountant.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Undergraduate degree in business, accounting or related field from an accredited program.
• Previous work experience in Purchasing or Procurement. FTA procurement experience or training preferred, but not required.
• Some Accounting experience preferred.
• Excellent oral, writing, reading comprehension skills and customer service abilities
• Possess analytical skills and mathematical reasoning
• Time management and highly organized with the ability to multi-task and prioritze.
• Works well under stress and adapts to change while meeting deadlines.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to influence and negotiate and provide
clear direction
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF ANTICIPATED DUTIES
• Develop standards of procurement, which includes knowledge of ever changing federal and state rules and regulations. Requires extensive and on-going training, as well as negotiating skills while purchasing goods and services through several different solicitation methods.
• Capital asset management and inventory control including the Capital Asset Management Plans as they pertain to NIRPC and the transit subrecipients. This includes maintaining the inventory data basis, performing annual physical inventory and disposal of inventory.
• Prepares annual year end reports for capital assets and inventory, annual depreciation worksheets and others as assigned by the Director of Finance and Administration.
• Accounting assistance with the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) such as verify project amounts, percentages and maintain the project balance sheet by activity code structure and project.

ANTICIPATED POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Full-time – Professional A
SALARY / WAGE PARAMETERS: Salary: $42,195 – 48,525 depending on qualifications.
RESERVED RIGHT OF EMPLOYER / APPLICATION DEADLINE:
The employer reserves the right not to fill this position. Apply by 4:30 p.m. August 19, 2016. However, the position will remain open until filled.

APPLY WITH LETTER, RESUME AND PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL

REFERENCES VIA EMAIL TO:
Angie Hayes, Director of Finance & Administration
Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission
6100 Southport Road, Portage, IN 46324
219-763-6060, ext. 104; ahayes@nirpc.org

Coordinating Planner - City of Chicago, IL

Coordinating Planner

Department of Planning and Development 
City of Chicago, IL

$78,492 - $80,868 a year
Job Number: 280767 

Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External: Aug 22, 2016, 11:59:00 PM 

The Coordinating Planner will be responsible for  implementing the Neighborhood Opportunity Bonus Ordinance and managing and conducting City-wide complex planning projects such as Mayor Emanuel's Industrial Corridor Modernization Initiative. In addition, the planner will  assist with Chicago Neighborhoods Now annual reports and managing and conducting regional and neighborhood planning studies. Working with other bureaus in DPD, the Coordinating Planner will facilitate planning and development activities to promote and implement the City’s economic development, design, land use, and sustainability goals.

The Coordinating Planner will develop and conduct land use planning and economic feasibility studies and apprise senior management of land use policies and plans through detailed maps, reports and presentation materials. Other responsibilities include: 1) representing the City in meetings with business and community groups, 2) managing consultants conducting land use planning and economic feasibility studies, and 3) monitoring the implementation of public and private development projects.

DUTIES

• Plan, design and  conduct large-scale planning studies and surveys impacting on land use, zoning, social and economic development issues 
• Collect and analyze land use, zoning, social and economic development data 
• Evaluate plans and implementation strategies prepared by the City, community groups, consultants and/or developers for feasibility and compliance with City development goals and prepare planning programs, position papers, maps and other graphic materials to advise senior management 
• Coordinate planning efforts between Department bureaus, City departments, community organizations, sister governmental agencies and developers for the purpose of implementing project work plans 
• Represent the department at public hearings and meetings to discuss proposed planning and redevelopment projects 
• Develop and maintain relationships with private consultants, developers and community groups regarding the implementation of planning programs and projects 
• Manage planning initiatives from original study design through the implementation of the plan’s recommendations 

Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Environmental Planning, or a directly related field, plus five years of work experience in the development and management of major planning or research studies, including two of supervisory experience related to the responsibilities of the position, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience provided that the minimum degree requirement is met.

Disclaimer - "Accredited" means any nationally or regionally accredited college, university, or law school where the applicant is enrolled in or has completed an Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Juris Doctorate degree program. 

THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE.

Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:

• Land use planning experience in a major city 
• Proficiency with GIS software programs such as ArcGIS 
• Proficiency with specialized software including Adobe Creative Suite 
• Proficiency with SketchUp 
• Demonstrated skills in both creating and delivering presentations to a wide-range of audiences 
• Experience researching trends, data, and policy in the field of Urban Planning Projects 

NOTE: To be considered for this position you must provide information about your educational background and your work experience.

You must include job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties.

(If you are a current City employee, Acting Up cannot be considered.) If you fail to provide this information at the time you submit your application, it will be incomplete and you will not be considered for this position. There are three ways to provide the information: 1) you may attach a resume; 2) you may paste a resume; or 3) you can complete the online resume fields.

This position requires applicants to complete an interview.

The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.

VETERANS PREFERENCE NOTE
The City of Chicago offers Veterans Preference to both current, active military personnel
AND  military personnel who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received an honorable or general discharge. Eligible candidates must have at least six months of active duty documented. In order to receive the veterans preference, candidates need to  indicate whether or not they are a veteran by answering “yes” or “no” to the question on the online application that asks, “Are you currently serving on active duty for at least six months in the Armed Forces of the United States
OR
have  you served in the Armed Forces of the United States on active duty for at least six months and received an honorable or general discharge?"

In addition, you must attach documentation to verify your military service. For veterans, you must attach a copy of your DD214 to your online application which includes character of service status

OR

a letter from the United States Veterans Administration on official stationary stating dates of service and character of service.

For active military personnel, you must attach a letter from your Commanding Officer on official stationary verifying your active duty, length of service, and character of service in the Armed Forces of the United States

AND

a copy of your military ID to your online application.

Failure to answer the question and attach the required documentation will result in you not being considered for the Veterans Preference.

Education & Employment Verification

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Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired you must provide, upon request, adequate information regarding your educational and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying. If you received your degree internationally, all international transcripts/diploma must be accompanied by a Foreign Credential Evaluation. If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired.

Evaluation:
Your initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application form and documents submitted with the application. Applications must be submitted by the individual applicant. No second party applications will be accepted.

An employee must be an actual resident of the City of Chicago. Proof of residency will be required at the time of employment.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation due to disability or pregnancy in order to participate in the application process,  please contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources, at 312-744-4976 (voice) or 312-744-5035 (TTY). Please be prepared to provide information in support of your reasonable accommodation request.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.

City of Chicago
Department of Human Resources
Rahm Emanuel, Mayor
Soo Choi, Commissioner

Job Posting:  Aug 8, 2016, 12:01:00 AM
BU :  20
Salary : $78,492.00-$80,868.00

GIS/Data Analyst - City of Gary, IN

GIS/Data Analyst
City of Gary, IN and Gary Sanitary District
COMPENSATION: $38,000 annually, with benefits

JOB DESCRIPTION: The City of Gary seeks an experienced GIS/Data Analyst to assist the
Department of Planning & Redevelopment and Gary Sanitary District with the management of
geographic data and related spatial analysis. Working under the direct supervision of the City of
Gary Deputy Redevelopment Director, Deputy Planning Director, and the Gary Sanitary
District’s GIS Manager, the GIS/Data Analyst is primarily responsible for mapping, data
management, and database maintenance, particularly for the City of Gary’s land inventory,
public data, and public information. The GIS/Data Analyst will assist in the development of the
Gary Redevelopment Commission web site and Garycounts.org, our public information web site;
and responsible for its accuracy and maintenance. The position will also provide GIS support for
projects within the Departments of Redevelopment; Planning, Buildings, Community
Development, Constituent Services, and Economic Development on an as-needed basis. The
position requires a self-motivated individual capable of prioritizing several projects at once, who
will work efficiently to complete tasks under strict deadlines. The position allows flexibility in
schedule, and offices in both the Department of Planning & Redevelopment and the Gary
Sanitary District. The individual must have a demonstrated skill in ArcGIS and related spreadsheet and database software. Experience in web development and design is strongly preferred.

MINIMUM REQUIRED BACKGROUND AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated capability in and knowledge of ArcGIS 10
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and spreadsheet software
• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, public policy, geography, computer science, real estate, environmental science or a related field
• Master’s degree preferred
• Experience with database and web development strongly preferred
• Ability to prioritize and manage numerous projects at once
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Basic understanding of real estate and planning concepts

APPLICATION: Submit a cover letter, resume, work sample, and three references with subject
title “GIS/DATA ANALYST” to:
Jack Eskin, City of Gary Deputy Director of Redevelopment (jeskin@ci.gary.in.us)

Director, Communications & Public Affairs - Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce

Director, Communications & Public Affairs
Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce
Chicago, IL

Position Summary:
The Communications Director reports to the VP of Communications and works collaboratively with Chicagoland Chamber/Chamber Foundation/Chamber PAC staff, the Board of Directors, members, and external stakeholders in setting and guiding the strategy for all communications, website and public relations messages and collateral to consistently articulate the mission and messaging of the organization. This position will facilitate the creation of best practices, strategies and execution plans for leveraging all communication platforms, including digital, social media, direct marketing and public relations.

Externally, this position will ensure that the Chamber is viewed as the primary source, disseminator and conduit of information within its diverse network and constituent base, including the Chicagoland business and civic community, media, and other interested parties, communicating public policy and advocacy efforts, education and though-leadership programs and other events, and sharing member news and success stories.

Duties and Responsibilities:Develop and maintain the overall marketing schedule and individual department communications work plans.

• Put communications vehicles in place to create momentum and awareness as well as test the effectiveness of communications vehicles.
• Manage the content development, distribution and maintenance of all print and electronic collateral including, but not limited to
• Marketing collateral: flyers, brochures, postcards, letters
• Website: landing pages, event pages, news items for Chamber and Foundation, including CBLN microsite
• E-marketing and Newsletters
• Manage info@ email address
• Track and measure the level of engagement within the network over time, including but not limited to regular metrics based reports for senior management team
• Manage and collaborate with outside video production teams and photographers on Chamber videos and event photos
• Manage vendors to coordinate direct marketing projects and initiatives
• Utilize the Chamber’s communication platform for the following:
• Track email and website metrics
• Execute e-marketing campaigns
• Create and send post-event surveys
• Develop and maintain forms
• Manage email subscription center
• Upload and manage marketing lists
• Prepare press releases and media advisories – business, public policy/advocacy, thought leadership, civic leadership
• Develop and prepare targeted story pitches, op-eds, letters to the editor
• Cultivate medial relationships and manage media contacts– traditional (print & broadcast), online (digital and new media)

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum 3 years communications experience, ideally in an “in-house” leadership role within a complex (number and variety of constituents) organization, and covering areas such as media/PR, website content, newsletter and members/sponsor/donor communications.
• Ability to take knowledge and transform it into exciting and useful messages, and disseminate it to the right audiences through the best distribution channels is critical.
• Experience with Wordpress and other content management systems
• Excellent writing/editing and verbal communications skills with ability to alternate between styles and tones
• Highly collaborative style, ability to work as a team member in a matrixed environment
• High energy, maturity and leadership with the ability to serve as a unifying force and position communications discussion at both the strategic and tactical levels
• Self-starter, able to work independently, and entrepreneurial, enjoys creating and implementing new initiatives

NOTES:
Additional Salary Information: Salary commensurate with experience and peer non-profits.

About Chicagoland Chamber of CommerceServing as "The Voice of Business" since 1904, the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce is considered one of the most influential business associations in the nation and has created our region's most powerful network. The primary role of the Chamber is to make Chicagoland the most business-friendly region in America. The Chamber leads public policy and business growth initiatives and we create meaningful events and programs to inform, engage, and connect our members to each other and the community. Visit www.chicagolandchamber.org.

Coordinator, Strategic Planning - Baltimore (MD) County Public Schools

Coordinator, Strategic Planning
Baltimore County Public Schools
Baltimore, MD
Supports high quality decision-making and implementation across Baltimore County Public Schools in matters related to student population trends and projections, attendance patterns, program participation, facility utilization, and short- and long-term program and facility planning as aligned with the fulfillment of the school system strategic plan. Supervises professional staff. Performs other duties as assigned.

Examples of Duties:

• Develops and maintains procedures and systems for collecting, analyzing, and reporting student population and enrollment trends and projections in a timely manner.
• Conducts capital and demographic studies related to planning including: tracking county residential subdivision and housing activity for verification of attendance zones, calculating student population and enrollment yields, and incorporating enrollment forecasts, facility plans, and school boundary adjustments into education program plans system wide.
• Coordinates and supports the identification and prioritization of new capital and operating budget initiatives based on the analysis of student attendance trends and projections.
• Supports the Executive Director and Chief in matters related to planning, and provides planning assistance to executive staff, administrators, county officials, and other stakeholder groups as necessary. Prepares written correspondence for executive director, superintendent, and Board of Education regarding facility planning, boundary descriptions/changes, student enrollment and population trends, and capital budgets.
• Develops and delivers reports and presentations regarding school system planning for variety of audiences and uses.
• Oversees the development of school boundaries, justification of capital projects, analysis of school space use and capacity calculations including delivering the regular development and implementation of school capacity relief strategies.
• Prepares the Educational Facilities Master Plan.
• Coordinates with the divisions of Business Services and Curriculum & Instruciton to identify needs and oportunities as they relate delivering the school system’s strategic plan.
• Conducts all activities in alignment with appropriate Board of Education Policies and Superintendent’s Rules; periodically reviews and recommends changes to policies and rules as needed.
• Oversees the deployment of office fiscal and staff resources.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.
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For more details, and to apply for the position, please go to the Web site URL below.

SALARY RANGE
Mid II (4-8 years)

CONTACT INFORMATION
6901 N. Charles Street
Baltimore County, MD 21204
Resource URL
https://a1-3.applitrack.com/bcps/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=LEAD+-+CENTRAL+OFFICE+PROFESSIONAL&subcategory=COORDINATOR%2C+RESEARCH+ACCT+%26+ASSESS
Email mhodge@bcps.org
Phone 443-809-7872 or 7873

Data Analyst - NYU Furman Center for Real Estate and Urban Policy - NYC

Data Analyst
NYU Furman Center for Real Estate and Urban Policy

New York, NY

Position Description: The NYU Furman Center is seeking a full-time Data Analyst. The Data Analyst will work closely with our dynamic interdisciplinary team of lawyers, economists, and urban planners to execute quantitative analyses that address important and timely urban policy issues.

The Data Analyst will coordinate data gathering and analysis processes using basic statistical methods and statistical analysis software. Working with multidisciplinary project teams and under the supervision of senior data staff, s/he will also analyze, visualize, and present data for Furman Center publications and online tools. The Data Analyst will contribute to the maintenance of the Furman Center's data repository. The Data Analyst will be exposed to a diverse range of urban and housing policy issues, and will develop a working expertise in a similarly wide range of indicators, data sources, and tools.

Responsibilities:

• Data management and programming. Manage and develop the Furman Center's data repository by maintaining data subscriptions and updates; writing scripts, primarily in SAS, to process data and calculate indicators using basic statistical and analytic techniques; updating and maintaining technical documentation; and enforcing data integrity and security standards.
• Report management and writing. Prepare tables, graphs, maps, other visualizations, and methodologies for Furman Center reports. Assist with the management of report production, including timeline, deliverables, quality control, and staffing.
• Data requests. Fulfill ad hoc data, training, and technical assistance requests from a wide range of external audiences, including academics and organizations from the public, private, and nonprofit sectors.
• General technical support and administration. Support the technical needs of the Furman Center, including serving as liaison to the NYU School of Law IT Services, and performing basic hardware and software maintenance. Along with senior data staff, supervise and support research assistants in analysis tasks and their professional development.

Minimum Qualifications: A bachelor's degree in statistics, economics, public policy, urban planning, the social sciences, computer science, or a related field, plus strong quantitative data analysis skills. Candidate must demonstrate solid mathematical ability, analytic thinking, knowledge of social science research methods, and effective oral and written communication of quantitative findings and methods. Experience writing programs or scripts in at least one statistical or mathematical package (e.g., SAS, Stata, R, MATLAB, SciPy/NumPy, Pandas) or computer programming language (e.g., Python, C++, Ruby) is required; expertise in SAS is preferred.

Must have excellent attention to detail; ability to multitask and respond to shifting priorities; comfort working both independently and collaboratively; and strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills. We are looking for a team player with a good sense of humor, a love of numbers, and a curiosity about the world.

Preferred Qualifications: Prior quantitative research experience—including internships, research assistantships, or faculty-supervised independent research, such as a thesis—is strongly preferred. The strongest candidates will demonstrate mastery of long-term project management, particularly for research projects with quantitative and qualitative components, and should have guided direct reports and peers in data analysis tasks. Additional technical experience in relational databases (SQL) and geospatial data management and analysis (Esri ArcGIS) is a plus. The ideal candidate should have an avid interest in understanding cities, public policy, and housing, and sharing what they learn with others.

Salary is commensurate with experience.The University also offers an outstanding array of benefits, which include medical, dental and vision. Further information regarding benefits can be found here:https://www.nyu.edu/employees/benefit/full-time/Professional-Research-Staff-Code-103.html. Note, this position is considered as a Research Scholar for NYU School of Law.

Government Affairs Director Greater Metropolitan Association of Realtors - Southfield, MI

Realtor Advocate / Government Affairs Director
Greater Metropolitan Association of Realtors
Southfield, MI

The Greater Metropolitan Association of REALTORS (GMAR), based in Southfield Michigan, is seeking and individual to fill the full time position of Government Affairs/ Realtor Advocate Manager.

Background/education in legislative and public policy is desirable.

Please send resume outlining qualifications to: GMAR 20 Oak Hollow, Suite 100 Southfield, MI 48033 by Tuesday, September 6, 2016 or via email to Vickey@GMARonline.com

GMAR is an equal opportunity employer.

About Greater Metropolitan Association of Realtors
We are the largest local Realtor Association in Michigan with over 7,000 members currently. We service most of southeast Michigan, including Wayne, Oakland, Macomb and Livingston Counties. Our mission is to work diligently to communicate and be the leading resource for our REALTOR® Community.

Fair Housing Testing Coordinator - Access Living of Metropolitan Chicago

Fair Housing Testing Coordinator
Access Living of Metropolitan Chicago
Chicago, IL

Access Living of Metropolitan Chicago, a change agent committed to fostering an inclusive society that enables Chicagoans with disabilities to live fully-engaged and self-directed lives, is looking for a Fair Housing Testing Coordinator. The position presents an opportunity to support cutting-edge legal
advocacy and litigation for the Civil Rights Team at Access Living, which enforces fair housing requirements, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and related laws to ensure persons with disabilities have access to affordable housing, government services, and public accommodations.

The Fair Housing Testing Coordinator conducts Access Living’s fair housing testing program, which includes recruiting and training testers, assigning and coordinating tests, de-briefing testers, and analyzing test reports. S/he also plans strategic testing campaigns that focus on systemic discrimination issues. In addition, the Testing Coordinator screens intake calls, provides information to consumers about fair housing laws, investigates potential cases, assists consumers with pro se complaints, prepares programmatic reports, and conducts presentations 

Interested candidates should have: (a) a commitment to the fair housing rights of people with disabilities; (b) the aptitude to analyze testing reports and related testing information; (c) the ability to screen calls from consumers,  interview clients, and investigate cases; (d) excellent verbal and written
communications skills; (e) superb organization skills; and (f) polished people skills. A Bachelor’s degree or significant testing experience is required. Knowledge of fair housing laws and/or testing procedures is a plus, as is the ability to speak Spanish. 

Access Living is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including people with disabilities and/or people who have personal experience with disability. Salary based on experience. Excellent benefits.

If interested, please send a cover letter and resumé by August 5, 2016 to:
rmata@accessliving.org
No phone calls, please.

Land Use Planner - Rockford (IL) Metropolitan Agency for Planning

Metropolitan - Land Use Planner
Rockford Metropolitan Agency for Planning
Rockford, IL

Works with the Rockford Metropolitan Agency for Planning (the Rockford, IL MPO) to administer the federally required transportation planning process and provide land use, environmental and transportation planning products to the MPO member organizations. Coordinates with Federal, State, local agencies and the public. Produces planning work tasks typical of a metropolitan planning organization.

The successful candidate will investigate, analyze, document and manage ongoing land use, environmental and transportation planning efforts. The successful candidate must possess strong writing skills, prepare recommendations, and perform research, planning and technical analysis for projects.

Essential Functions:

• Communicate and coordinate with State, Federal, and local agencies in developing comprehensive land use plans and funding proposals.
• At a planning level analyze the linkages between land use, demographic and economic adjustments, environmental and transportation initiatives; and at all times connecting the above planning elements to economic development.
• Utilize geographic information systems (GIS) to analyze, produce reports and visually display regional demographic, land use, environmental and infrastructure data for the RMAP planning area.
• In coordination with local land use planning departments, develops updates to comprehensive land-use plans, zoning codes / ordinances and sub-area studies.
• Analyze socioeconomic data, census data and other planning centric data; support and provide guidance to comprehensive planning tasks.
• Investigate potential project funding, planning funding and prepare fiscal reporting documents.
• Coordinate public meetings / workshops; facilitate as necessary.
• Participate on cross-collaborative teams in conceptual planning on corridor, urban design and redevelopment studies.

For the full job description, please visit www.rmapil.org.

Education, Training & Experience:
Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, transportation planning, traffic engineering, economics or a related field. Master’s degree desirable but not required. Three to five years of experience with land use and corridor planning is preferred.

Please submit resume, cover letter, and three professional references to RMAP via e-mail or U.S. Mail by 4:30 p.m. September 5th, 2016:

Postal Address:

Rockford Metropolitan Agency for Planning
ATTN: Jon Paul Diipla, AICP
313 North Main Street
Rockford, IL 61101

E-mail: careers@rmapil.org

The position will remain open until filled.

The Rockford Metropolitan Agency for Planning is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SALARY RANGE Mid I (1-4 years)

CONTACT INFORMATION
Address
313 N. Main St.
Rockford, IL
61101
Resource URL http://www.rmapil.org
Email careers@rmapil.org
Phone 779-348-7627

Policy Director for Developmental Disabilities - Illinois Association of Rehabilitation Facilities - Springfield, IL

Policy Director for Developmental Disabilities
Illinois Association of Rehabilitation Facilities

Springfield, IL

As services and supports in Illinois undergo further evolution due to changes to home and community-based services regulations outlined by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, IARF is seeking a qualified and motivated individual as Policy Director for Developmental Disabilities. This position will be central to assisting IARF leadership and the Board of Directors establish policy priorities and implementing those priorities.

The Policy Director for Developmental Disabilities will: 

• Move community services into the future. The Policy Director will lead IARF in discussions with state agency staff, legislators, and other stakeholders in advancing ID/DD policy priorities. 

• Join a proactive team. The IARF staff work side by side to assist in developing and implementing the priorities established by the Board of Directors. Our team loves what they do and works together to support IARF as a whole. 

• Receive a strong salary and benefits. The salary of the Policy Director for Developmental Disabilities is commensurate with the experience and expectations of the position. IARF offers excellent benefits, including health and life insurance, paid holidays, paid vacation, sick and personal time, matching 401(k), and flexible benefit plan enrollment.

IARF is seeking candidates with the following backgrounds, experiences, and flexibilities: 

• Two – five years working in healthcare or human services policy development and/or implementation. 

• A Master’s degree in public health, health administration, social work, public policy or a related field is preferred, but not required. 

• Proven record of advancing public policies; and 

• Flexibility to travel to national conferences, Chicago, Springfield, and Washington, D.C. as needed.

NOTES:
Additional Salary Information: Commensurate with experience and expecations of the position.

About Illinois Association of Rehabilitation FacilitiesThe Illinois Association of Rehabilitation Facilities (IARF) is Illinois’ leading trade association advocating on behalf of community-based services and supports for children and adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities and mental illnesses. For over 30 years, IARF has been the voice of community-based services to state and federal governments. As the provision of services and supports have changed during this timeframe, so have our efforts evolved to ensure providers are active stakeholders in system changes

Pedestrian & Bicycle Program Manager - Fairfax County Government - Fairfax, VA

Pedestrian & Bicycle Program Manager
Fairfax County Government
Fairfax, VA

Experience: 5-7 years
Salary Range:  $72,335.54 - $120,559.71 Annually

Pedestrian & Bicycle Program Manager (Transportation Planner IV)

Assists the Capital Projects Section Chief in handling the responsibility for planning, coordinating, organizing, and managing professionals engaged in multi-modal transportation projects and studies. Communicates and explains complex Capital Projects plans, studies, and policies with other county, state and federal agencies, as well as residents and elected officials. Projects include intersections, roadways and multi-modal projects, such as pedestrian, bicycle, transit and parking facilities. Develops policies and procedures to enhance and support pedestrian and bicycle facilities as part of the county's multi-modal transportation policy and complete streets efforts. Recommends projects for future funding programs, reviews traffic data and provides transportation planning analysis. Supervises and mentors several engineering, planning, and technician staff who scope, review, coordinate, and administer a variety of multi-modal capital project plans and studies. Requires attendance and participation at public meetings, public hearings, and workshops, as well as both local and regional events.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, urban, regional or transportation planning, or a closely related field, plus five years of progressively responsible transportation planning related experience. The years of experience should include at least one year in the specific area of assignment (for e.g., SAS, modeling, facilities maintenance, et al).

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED: Valid driver's license.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: At least one year of experience working on multi-modal transportation projects. Experience in two or more of the following areas: performing transportation planning for roadway and multi-modal projects, traffic engineering, and/or transportation design. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Experience in project management, familiar with Access database and GIS. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with government officials, advocacy groups, and the general public. Supervisory experience a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Work is generally sedentary. However, employee may be required to do some walking, standing, bending, and carrying of items less than 25 pounds in weight. Conducts periodic field observations requiring standing, riding, and exposure to the elements (weather). All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview. It is the policy of Fairfax County Government to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.

Director of Research - Rails-to-Trails Conservancy - Washington, DC

Director of Research
Rails-to-Trails Conservancy
Washington, DC

Rails-to-Trails Conservancy seeks a Director of Research to define and implement an organization-wide, innovative research agenda that furthers our trail development and policy objectives. The Director will work closely with program staff to ensure that research findings and tools are incorporated into practice.

Qualifications: Master’s degree in urban or transportation planning, economics or public health; Ph.D preferred. Minimum four years relevant professional work experience with expertise in transportation planning or policy; excellent quantitative and qualitative research skills; and outstanding written, verbal and listening skills. Must be passionate about trails and active transportation. For a detailed job announcement, go to www.railtrails.org, and then click careers at the bottom of the page.

To Apply: (Choose one form of transmitting your resume. No phone calls please. Recruiters, please do not contact our offices.) Send a cover letter and resume to: HR, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, 2121 Ward Court, NW, 5th Floor, Duke Ellington Building, Washington, DC 20037, email: elton@railtrails.org. Fax: 202-223-9257. EOE.


SALARY RANGE: Mid II (4-8 years)

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CONTACT INFORMATION
Address
2121 Ward Court, NW
5th Floor
Washington, DC 20037

Resource URL http://www.railstotrails.org
Email elton@railstotrails.org