Who: Chicago Public Schools
What: This position applies basic knowledge of supply chain operations and logistics principles to assist
with delivering day-to-day transportation services to CPS students city-wide. Duties include
basic to medium complexity data analysis to develop and implement route changes, drawing
autonomous conclusions to propose recommendations for new policies and procedures,
managing small to medium size vendors to ensure quality and safety of transportation services
for CPS students, including students with special needs and / or disabilities. The work is
performed under general supervision. Primary responsibilities include:
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In the heart of Chicago, we offer degrees in fields of study that can change your life and change the world. CUPPA students and alumni are uniquely skilled to build and transform sustainable urban neighborhoods and communities and to address the challenges presented in the 21st century. Find our more about our Bachelors, Masters, and Doctorate degrees at cuppa.uic.edu.
Follow our job postings below and our national job tweets at @CUPPACareers. For student internships and student opportunities, head to the CUPPA Student Opportunities Blog
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MPO Senior Planner - Transportation (Santa Fe)
Who: The City of Santa Fe – Land Use Department
What: MPO Planner to develop and manage projects related to regional transportation, demographic trends, and MPO contracts. Essential functions include:
• Performs and manages major professional and technical transportation planning projects utilizing advanced techniques in gathering, analyzing and presenting of data; develops project budgets; administers bidding process; verifies contract(s) expenditures and compliance.
• Compiles statistical data related to demographics and land use needed in developing transportation plans.
• Develops programs and regulations to implement planning objectives and coordinates implementation of programs and regulations.
• Schedules and conducts meetings with advisory boards and elected officials on transportation planning matters.
• Provides technical assistance to city and county staff, other governmental agencies and the public.
• Carries out long-range transportation planning research/studies and assists in making policy recommendations.
• Monitors transportation planning programs and MPO contracts.
• Assists in ensuring compliance with transportation planning policies of the NMDOT and USDOT.
• Assists in preparation, monitoring and implementation of the 20-year MPO Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP).
• Workload may involve multiple projects ongoing simultaneously.
• Serves as staff to MPO Technical Coordinating Committee and the MPO Transportation Policy Board.
• Assists in preparation of traffic projections and the traffic count program.
• Assists in preparation of MPO section budget.
What: MPO Planner to develop and manage projects related to regional transportation, demographic trends, and MPO contracts. Essential functions include:
• Performs and manages major professional and technical transportation planning projects utilizing advanced techniques in gathering, analyzing and presenting of data; develops project budgets; administers bidding process; verifies contract(s) expenditures and compliance.
• Compiles statistical data related to demographics and land use needed in developing transportation plans.
• Develops programs and regulations to implement planning objectives and coordinates implementation of programs and regulations.
• Schedules and conducts meetings with advisory boards and elected officials on transportation planning matters.
• Provides technical assistance to city and county staff, other governmental agencies and the public.
• Carries out long-range transportation planning research/studies and assists in making policy recommendations.
• Monitors transportation planning programs and MPO contracts.
• Assists in ensuring compliance with transportation planning policies of the NMDOT and USDOT.
• Assists in preparation, monitoring and implementation of the 20-year MPO Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP).
• Workload may involve multiple projects ongoing simultaneously.
• Serves as staff to MPO Technical Coordinating Committee and the MPO Transportation Policy Board.
• Assists in preparation of traffic projections and the traffic count program.
• Assists in preparation of MPO section budget.
Associate Transit Planner (Boise)
Who: Valley Regional Transit (VRT) is the regional public transportation authority for Ada and
Canyon counties in southwest Idaho. Its main responsibilities are to coordinate transit
services in the two-county area and develop and implement a regional public
transportation system.VRT owns the public bus system that provides service in Boise/Garden City, and contracts with a private firm to manage its operations. In addition, VRT contracts for
transit services in Nampa/Caldwell and between Ada and Canyon Counties.
What: The Associate Planner is responsible for reviewing and analyzing performance data for fixed -route and other mobility public transportation services and making service recommendations that will further long-term public transportation goals. The position will also research trends, build business relationships and make recommendations for how to realize “mobility as a service” in the Treasure Valley and assist in projects associated with future transportation initiatives. Specific responsibilities include:
What: The Associate Planner is responsible for reviewing and analyzing performance data for fixed -route and other mobility public transportation services and making service recommendations that will further long-term public transportation goals. The position will also research trends, build business relationships and make recommendations for how to realize “mobility as a service” in the Treasure Valley and assist in projects associated with future transportation initiatives. Specific responsibilities include:
Special Assistant to the Commissioner of Health (Baltimore)
Who: The Baltimore City Health Department
What: Under the supervision of, and reporting directly to the Commissioner, the Special Assistant occupies a critical role, providing high-priority executive and project management support to the Commissioner. The Special Assistant to the Commissioner supports various critical, agency-wide functions that are central to BCHD’s overarching mission.
A successful candidate must be committed to social justice and health equity and have the following attributes: efficiency, creativity, flexibility, commitment, and an exceptional ability to plan, think, and act quickly and in the best interest of the Commissioner, Health Department, and the residents of Baltimore. The ideal candidate will have experience in project management, policy analysis, and public health, with exceptional writing and communication skills. The Special Assistant will:
What: Under the supervision of, and reporting directly to the Commissioner, the Special Assistant occupies a critical role, providing high-priority executive and project management support to the Commissioner. The Special Assistant to the Commissioner supports various critical, agency-wide functions that are central to BCHD’s overarching mission.
A successful candidate must be committed to social justice and health equity and have the following attributes: efficiency, creativity, flexibility, commitment, and an exceptional ability to plan, think, and act quickly and in the best interest of the Commissioner, Health Department, and the residents of Baltimore. The ideal candidate will have experience in project management, policy analysis, and public health, with exceptional writing and communication skills. The Special Assistant will:
Construction Project Coordinator – UIC – (Temporary – 900 hours)
Who: University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) – Office of Capital Planning and Project Management
UIC's CPPM is responsible for coordinating development of the campus master plan, initiating space and capital planning projects, overseeing the design and construction of new facilities and major renovation projects, maintaining campus facility records, and managing over 15 million square feet of space in 178 buildings across all 250 acres.
What: Extra Help (temporary) Construction Project Coordinator I (Project Controls) to assist project managers in administering construction and renovation projects for new buildings, renovations, site work and infrastructure development. The position entails assisting with the implementation of controls and procedures, focusing specifically on project budgets and schedules. Duties include:
UIC's CPPM is responsible for coordinating development of the campus master plan, initiating space and capital planning projects, overseeing the design and construction of new facilities and major renovation projects, maintaining campus facility records, and managing over 15 million square feet of space in 178 buildings across all 250 acres.
What: Extra Help (temporary) Construction Project Coordinator I (Project Controls) to assist project managers in administering construction and renovation projects for new buildings, renovations, site work and infrastructure development. The position entails assisting with the implementation of controls and procedures, focusing specifically on project budgets and schedules. Duties include:
Planner (Marion, IL)
Who: Greater Egypt Regional Planning and Development Commission - Marion, IL 62959
What: Under the general direction of the GIS and Environmental Planning Manager, performs assigned work in any one or more of the commission’s planning programs; assists local units of government in preparing grant applications, conducts research and prepares reports, attends local units of government meetings, provides technical assistance as requested. Responsibilities include:
What: Under the general direction of the GIS and Environmental Planning Manager, performs assigned work in any one or more of the commission’s planning programs; assists local units of government in preparing grant applications, conducts research and prepares reports, attends local units of government meetings, provides technical assistance as requested. Responsibilities include:
CMAP Executive - Deputy Executive Director for Policy and Programming
Who: Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning
What: CMAP seeks a Deputy Executive Director for Policy and Programming to manage a large department and provide strategic direction for CMAP’s policy development and analysis activities, with an emphasis on performance-based programming for the region’s transportation investments. As a member of CMAP’s executive management team, this person will work closely with the CMAP Executive Director, Chief of Staff, Deputy Executive Directors, Directors, and Principals on overall strategic initiatives, the allocation of resources, implementation of CMAP’s ON TO 2050 plan, and compliance with federal transportation planning requirements. This person will also be responsible for setting short- and long-term research agendas for CMAP’s policy focus areas, including transportation, land use, economic development, housing, tax policy, and governance.
As part of the executive team, the Deputy Executive Director for Policy and Programming will participate in development of CMAP’s strategic priorities, plans, and initiatives and collaboratively implement those strategic objectives through the Agency’s annual work plan and other programs. The Deputy Executive Director for Policy and Programming will also provide leadership and direction to the creation of the public policy analysis agenda. Specifically, the position would:
What: CMAP seeks a Deputy Executive Director for Policy and Programming to manage a large department and provide strategic direction for CMAP’s policy development and analysis activities, with an emphasis on performance-based programming for the region’s transportation investments. As a member of CMAP’s executive management team, this person will work closely with the CMAP Executive Director, Chief of Staff, Deputy Executive Directors, Directors, and Principals on overall strategic initiatives, the allocation of resources, implementation of CMAP’s ON TO 2050 plan, and compliance with federal transportation planning requirements. This person will also be responsible for setting short- and long-term research agendas for CMAP’s policy focus areas, including transportation, land use, economic development, housing, tax policy, and governance.
As part of the executive team, the Deputy Executive Director for Policy and Programming will participate in development of CMAP’s strategic priorities, plans, and initiatives and collaboratively implement those strategic objectives through the Agency’s annual work plan and other programs. The Deputy Executive Director for Policy and Programming will also provide leadership and direction to the creation of the public policy analysis agenda. Specifically, the position would:
College Recruiter – UIC
Who: Office of Recruitment - The University of Illinois at Chicago
What: The College Recruiter position recruits prospective high school and transfer students through the development and implementation of integrated marketing and recruitment strategies necessary to meet the enrollment goals of the University of Illinois at Chicago. This individual represents the University's interests during high profile events and to a wide range of constituents (e.g. state legislators, community leaders and organizations, parents and students), venues (e.g. college fairs and programs, local, state and national conferences and events), and territories (local, regional, national, or international). Specific responsibilities include:
What: The College Recruiter position recruits prospective high school and transfer students through the development and implementation of integrated marketing and recruitment strategies necessary to meet the enrollment goals of the University of Illinois at Chicago. This individual represents the University's interests during high profile events and to a wide range of constituents (e.g. state legislators, community leaders and organizations, parents and students), venues (e.g. college fairs and programs, local, state and national conferences and events), and territories (local, regional, national, or international). Specific responsibilities include:
GIS Research Analyst - OSU (Columbus, Ohio)
Who: The Ohio State University, Center for Urban and Regional Analysis (CURA)
What: CURA seeks a GIS Research Analyst to develop and manage community and campus outreach in GIS, mapping and spatial data analytics. Responsibilities include developing and managing partnerships with community organizations, NGOs and local/state government in areas of strategic importance in the application of GIS and spatial data for policy support, delivering educational and outreach events to promote GIS and The Ohio State University’s urban mission and technical support and management of ESRI software and related resources for campus.
What: CURA seeks a GIS Research Analyst to develop and manage community and campus outreach in GIS, mapping and spatial data analytics. Responsibilities include developing and managing partnerships with community organizations, NGOs and local/state government in areas of strategic importance in the application of GIS and spatial data for policy support, delivering educational and outreach events to promote GIS and The Ohio State University’s urban mission and technical support and management of ESRI software and related resources for campus.
Development Specialist I (Kansas City, MO)
Who: Kansas City, MO City Planning & Development Department, Long Range Planning Division
What: The Development Specialist performs complex and difficult analysis and research associated with the Market Value Assessment program and current/future development matters related to city planning. Develops and maintains relations with a wide variety of governmental and private agencies, assessing trends related to land usage, identifying patterns in the local housing market, creating and maintaining associated data, and communicating process approaches and findings to community members, city staff and elected official. Uses reasonable independence, resourcefulness and initiative in executing assigned duties and responsibilities.
What: The Development Specialist performs complex and difficult analysis and research associated with the Market Value Assessment program and current/future development matters related to city planning. Develops and maintains relations with a wide variety of governmental and private agencies, assessing trends related to land usage, identifying patterns in the local housing market, creating and maintaining associated data, and communicating process approaches and findings to community members, city staff and elected official. Uses reasonable independence, resourcefulness and initiative in executing assigned duties and responsibilities.
Data Analyst - MAPSCorps (Chicago)
Who: MAPSCorps (Meaningful-Active-Productive Science in Service to Communities), a nonprofit organization that provides urban youth with meaningful employment and STEM training opportunities through an innovative technology-based community asset mapping program. MAPSCorps partners with NowPow, a healthcare technology company that consumes the MAPSCorps data to connect community residents to the vital information needed to stay well and live long. NowPow, a for-profit social enterprise, and MAPSCorps, a 501c3, together make up a self-sustaining collective social impact business. MAPSCorps and NowPow catalyze communities by building the workforce of the future and improving the health and vitality of people, businesses, and organizations.
What: The Data Analyst reports to the Executive Director. The Analyst works closely with the Program Manager and is responsible for data processing, reports, and data visualization. During the data collection (mapping) period, the Analyst will supervise seasonal Data Coordinators to ensure efficient data processing and high-quality data. The Data Analyst also manages the MAPSCorps data requests process and mines the MAPSCorps datasets to provide reports and data visualizations to management and partners. The Analyst will work with the Program Manager on outreach efforts to grow data partners and users. The Analysts will also work closely with the MAPSCorps’ engineer to maintain and optimize annually the database, data collection tools, and website. In addition, the Analyst will provide guidance and support efforts to train youth on basic data analytics and visualization techniques. Due to the start-up nature of the organization, there will also be times that will require the Analyst to contribute to other organizational tasks such as reviewing grants, and assisting with program implementation and reporting requirements. Specific responsibilities include:
What: The Data Analyst reports to the Executive Director. The Analyst works closely with the Program Manager and is responsible for data processing, reports, and data visualization. During the data collection (mapping) period, the Analyst will supervise seasonal Data Coordinators to ensure efficient data processing and high-quality data. The Data Analyst also manages the MAPSCorps data requests process and mines the MAPSCorps datasets to provide reports and data visualizations to management and partners. The Analyst will work with the Program Manager on outreach efforts to grow data partners and users. The Analysts will also work closely with the MAPSCorps’ engineer to maintain and optimize annually the database, data collection tools, and website. In addition, the Analyst will provide guidance and support efforts to train youth on basic data analytics and visualization techniques. Due to the start-up nature of the organization, there will also be times that will require the Analyst to contribute to other organizational tasks such as reviewing grants, and assisting with program implementation and reporting requirements. Specific responsibilities include:
Assistant Director/Associate Director, Planning & Budgeting - University of Illinois (Urbana)
Who: University of Illinois, University Office of Planning & Budgeting, Urbana Campus
What: The University of Illinois seeks an Assistant/Associate Director, Planning & Budgeting, to develop recommendations for new or revised initiatives, business applications, and data functions. The Assistant/Associate Director will design, conduct, and interpret new and continuing budget, institutional research, administrative, or academic policy studies. The Assistant/Associate Director will assist with the coordination of data exchange activities and in the preparation and documentation of the University's annual operating and capital budget requests and production of supporting materials required by State of Illinois budget review agencies. Additional responsibilities include:
What: The University of Illinois seeks an Assistant/Associate Director, Planning & Budgeting, to develop recommendations for new or revised initiatives, business applications, and data functions. The Assistant/Associate Director will design, conduct, and interpret new and continuing budget, institutional research, administrative, or academic policy studies. The Assistant/Associate Director will assist with the coordination of data exchange activities and in the preparation and documentation of the University's annual operating and capital budget requests and production of supporting materials required by State of Illinois budget review agencies. Additional responsibilities include:
Assistant Director - Development Customer Services (Oak Park, IL) (Closes 2/2)
Who: Village of Oak Park, IL
What: The newly created Assistant Director - Development Customer Services will report to the Director of Development Customer Services (akin to a Community Development Director) and will assist in the management of the activities and operations of the department which include permit processing, plan review, building inspection, property maintenance inspection, code enforcement, businesses services and licensing as well as neighborhood services, CDBG administration, parking and mobility services. The department also oversees the planning, zoning and historic preservation activities of the Village.
What: The newly created Assistant Director - Development Customer Services will report to the Director of Development Customer Services (akin to a Community Development Director) and will assist in the management of the activities and operations of the department which include permit processing, plan review, building inspection, property maintenance inspection, code enforcement, businesses services and licensing as well as neighborhood services, CDBG administration, parking and mobility services. The department also oversees the planning, zoning and historic preservation activities of the Village.
Policy Advocate, Higher Education – Public Advocates Inc. (Sacramento)
Who: Public Advocates Inc., a bold and highly regarded civil rights law firm and policy advocacy non-profit.
What: Energetic and collaborative Policy Advocate or Senior Policy Advocate with relevant issue experience. The successful candidate will join Public Advocates’ Education Equity Team with a specific focus on advancing the effort to advocate for equity for low-income communities and young people of color in California’s higher education system.
What: Energetic and collaborative Policy Advocate or Senior Policy Advocate with relevant issue experience. The successful candidate will join Public Advocates’ Education Equity Team with a specific focus on advancing the effort to advocate for equity for low-income communities and young people of color in California’s higher education system.
Coordinator of University Contracts - University of Illinois (Urbana)
Who: University of Illinois - Office of Business & Financial Services - Urbana Campus
What: The University of Illinois seeks a Coordinator of University Contracts, to under administrative direction, draft, negotiate and execute contracts in the Contract Services Office within the Office of the Assistant Vice President for Business and Finance, Urbana-Champaign campus. Develop and provide training and dissemination of information to campus units.
What: The University of Illinois seeks a Coordinator of University Contracts, to under administrative direction, draft, negotiate and execute contracts in the Contract Services Office within the Office of the Assistant Vice President for Business and Finance, Urbana-Champaign campus. Develop and provide training and dissemination of information to campus units.
Narrative Impact Analyst - Race Forward (Oakland or NYC) (2 year fellowship)
Who: Race Forward’s mission is to build awareness, solutions, and leadership for racial justice by generating transformative ideas, information, and experiences. We define racial justice as the systematic fair treatment of people of all races, resulting in equitable opportunities and outcomes for all, and we work to advance racial justice through media, research, and leadership development. Race Forward publishes the daily news site Colorlines and presents Facing Race, the country’s largest multiracial conference on racial justice.
What: The Narrative Impact Analyst will provide strategic support to the organization’s efforts to amplify and innovatively measure the impact of the varied racial justice narrative programs of both Race Forward and allied/client organizations. As a member of the organization’s Impact Planning and Evaluation Core Team, the analyst will work under the supervision of the Vice President of Research and alongside staff from Research, Development, and the Narrative and Communications Program (which oversees the daily racial justice news site Colorlines). They will contribute to and build upon organizational content analysis practice and other impact evaluation methods for narrative change campaigns and journalism.
What: The Narrative Impact Analyst will provide strategic support to the organization’s efforts to amplify and innovatively measure the impact of the varied racial justice narrative programs of both Race Forward and allied/client organizations. As a member of the organization’s Impact Planning and Evaluation Core Team, the analyst will work under the supervision of the Vice President of Research and alongside staff from Research, Development, and the Narrative and Communications Program (which oversees the daily racial justice news site Colorlines). They will contribute to and build upon organizational content analysis practice and other impact evaluation methods for narrative change campaigns and journalism.
Project Coordinator - Port Authority of NY & NJ (Jersey City, NJ)
Who: Port Authority of NY & NJ - Technology Transition Team
What: The Project Coordinator will play a significant leadership role in the rollout of a series of new technology solutions for the 1,600+ member Port Authority Police Department. Building on the recent successful transition of the department onto a modernized, electronic crime and incident-reporting system, the coordinator will advance implementation of electronic motor vehicle accident reporting and citation writing. This work will involve project management, stakeholder coordination, and strategic communication tasks done in an office environment, as well as occasional field visits and observations conducted on-site at police commands in the NY and NJ area. This work will be overseen by the Security Technology group, under the Office of the Chief Security Officer. This is a full-time, one-year contract opportunity with the possibility to extend.
What: The Project Coordinator will play a significant leadership role in the rollout of a series of new technology solutions for the 1,600+ member Port Authority Police Department. Building on the recent successful transition of the department onto a modernized, electronic crime and incident-reporting system, the coordinator will advance implementation of electronic motor vehicle accident reporting and citation writing. This work will involve project management, stakeholder coordination, and strategic communication tasks done in an office environment, as well as occasional field visits and observations conducted on-site at police commands in the NY and NJ area. This work will be overseen by the Security Technology group, under the Office of the Chief Security Officer. This is a full-time, one-year contract opportunity with the possibility to extend.
Program Director - Energy Action Network (Montpelier, VT)
Who: The Energy Action Network (EAN) is a multi-stakeholder, collective impact network of leaders across a diversity of sectors - business, government, non-profit, utility, higher education, and finance – seeking to transform Vermont’s energy system to achieve the state goal of meeting 90% of total energy needs through efficiency and renewables by 2050.
What: EAN’s Program Director fills a central leadership role in the Network as we work together to transform Vermont’s energy system to one based on efficiency and renewables. The Program Director works closely with the Executive Director (ED), other staff, and Network members to provide strategic leadership, analytical underpinning, and backbone support to the Network. EAN’s work facilitates large-scale change by fostering collaboration among diverse groups in a rapidly evolving energy landscape. As such, the role of Program Director requires the ability to work with and across multiple interests and members to foster learning, collaboration, and innovation that advances our collective mission. It requires continually tracking progress toward goals, coordinating the efforts of organizational leaders with busy schedules, and an understanding of the energy needs, policies, and technologies that are driving change in Vermont and elsewhere. Specifically, the Program Director will have lead responsibility for program development and implementation including ongoing energy tracking and analysis and development and management of the Vermont Community Energy Dashboard. A mix of technical and analytic skills as well as strategic leadership are required in this position.
What: EAN’s Program Director fills a central leadership role in the Network as we work together to transform Vermont’s energy system to one based on efficiency and renewables. The Program Director works closely with the Executive Director (ED), other staff, and Network members to provide strategic leadership, analytical underpinning, and backbone support to the Network. EAN’s work facilitates large-scale change by fostering collaboration among diverse groups in a rapidly evolving energy landscape. As such, the role of Program Director requires the ability to work with and across multiple interests and members to foster learning, collaboration, and innovation that advances our collective mission. It requires continually tracking progress toward goals, coordinating the efforts of organizational leaders with busy schedules, and an understanding of the energy needs, policies, and technologies that are driving change in Vermont and elsewhere. Specifically, the Program Director will have lead responsibility for program development and implementation including ongoing energy tracking and analysis and development and management of the Vermont Community Energy Dashboard. A mix of technical and analytic skills as well as strategic leadership are required in this position.
Strategic Advisor - Transportation Equity Program, SDOT (Seattle) (Closes 1/28/18)
Who: Transportation Equity Program, Seattle Department of Transportation
What: The Seattle Department of Transportation is hiring a Strategic Advisor 1 for a full-time, 2-yr term-limited assignment to support the overall implementation of the Transportation Equity Program. The overarching goal of the Program is to create, deliver, and scale income-eligible mobility options within disproportionately cost-burdened communities living and accessing the City of Seattle. This position will develop and implement qualitative and quantitative data analysis and collection methodologies to inform and scale income-eligible programs, policies, and services in communities. Additionally, this position will develop and track Program performance indicators, pitch and implement income-eligible pilots, support the expansion of several existing programs (i.e. Ambassador Program, Income-eligible Car Share, ORCA LIFT Low-income Access to Transit, Youth ORCA, Car Tab Rebate), and work directly with the Transportation Equity Program Manager to create and deliver innovative, culturally relevant, and context-sensitive programming with diverse community partners and stakeholders. The position will require excellent communications skills, the ability to assess and analyze data, programs, and policies, maintain existing and forge new relationships with community stakeholders, human service providers, mobility service providers, advocacy organizations, community-based organizations, and will represent the Department on a variety of internal and external coalitions and committees.
What: The Seattle Department of Transportation is hiring a Strategic Advisor 1 for a full-time, 2-yr term-limited assignment to support the overall implementation of the Transportation Equity Program. The overarching goal of the Program is to create, deliver, and scale income-eligible mobility options within disproportionately cost-burdened communities living and accessing the City of Seattle. This position will develop and implement qualitative and quantitative data analysis and collection methodologies to inform and scale income-eligible programs, policies, and services in communities. Additionally, this position will develop and track Program performance indicators, pitch and implement income-eligible pilots, support the expansion of several existing programs (i.e. Ambassador Program, Income-eligible Car Share, ORCA LIFT Low-income Access to Transit, Youth ORCA, Car Tab Rebate), and work directly with the Transportation Equity Program Manager to create and deliver innovative, culturally relevant, and context-sensitive programming with diverse community partners and stakeholders. The position will require excellent communications skills, the ability to assess and analyze data, programs, and policies, maintain existing and forge new relationships with community stakeholders, human service providers, mobility service providers, advocacy organizations, community-based organizations, and will represent the Department on a variety of internal and external coalitions and committees.
Associate - City First Enterprises (DC)
Who: Impact driven community development financial institution (CDFI) focused on promoting equity and opportunity by providing increased access to capital and promoting affordable housing in underserved communities with the goal of ensuring the long term well-being of residents.
What: City First is seeking an individual for an associate position to be support general office operations and administration and assist in programmatic activities with a focus on City First Homes and its affordable housing initiatives.
What: City First is seeking an individual for an associate position to be support general office operations and administration and assist in programmatic activities with a focus on City First Homes and its affordable housing initiatives.
Consultant – FUND Consulting (Chicago)
Who: FUND Consulting, a women owned Community Development Financial Institution consulting firm.
What: Full time Consultant. The position is approximately 60% preparation of grant applications (mostly government) and 40% research and strategic projects (impact analysis, market studies, strategic plans, etc.).
What: Full time Consultant. The position is approximately 60% preparation of grant applications (mostly government) and 40% research and strategic projects (impact analysis, market studies, strategic plans, etc.).
Database & Electronic Publishing Associate - University of Illinois, University Press (Urbana)
Who: University of Illinois, University Press - Urbana Campus
What: Database & Electronic Publishing Associate. This position acts as the single point of organizational contact for IRIS (Integrated Relational Information System); JADE (Journals Administrative Database Experience); and TULIP (Tracking, Utilizing, and Licensing Intellectual Property). These FileMaker-based relational database platforms synchronize information shared across all Press departments and the Press website. This position will also assist the Electronic Publisher and the Press Web Programmer with tasks related to the presentation of books and journals online.
What: Database & Electronic Publishing Associate. This position acts as the single point of organizational contact for IRIS (Integrated Relational Information System); JADE (Journals Administrative Database Experience); and TULIP (Tracking, Utilizing, and Licensing Intellectual Property). These FileMaker-based relational database platforms synchronize information shared across all Press departments and the Press website. This position will also assist the Electronic Publisher and the Press Web Programmer with tasks related to the presentation of books and journals online.
Planner I (Buffalo Grove)
Who: The Village of Buffalo Grove’s Community Development Department
What: Planner I. This is a highly responsible technical position. Successful candidates for consideration will demonstrate a solid foundation in planning principles and practices, particularly in the area of current planning (rezoning, subdivision, planned developments, signage and special use permit review). Duties of this position include, but are not limited to:
• Researches, compiles and analyzes a variety of land use, socioeconomic, demographic, housing and other data for the preparation of reports and presentation graphics for planning projects.
• Assists in the preparation and maintenance of the Village's comprehensive plan, economic development strategic plan and participates in the development review process and drafting of ordinances for specific projects.
• Reviews site plans and building permit plans for compliance with applicable zoning, subdivisions, landscaping, and other development codes.
• Provides staff support to committees and commissions as assigned. This includes assisting with the preparation of meeting agendas and packets; preparing and presenting staff reports; and participates in discussions to provide technical assistance on various projects at the meetings (some nightly).
The successful candidate will have excellent communication (written and verbal) skills, and a strong commitment to providing excellent customer service. They will be a proven self-starter with a strong enthusiasm for the profession, possess excellent organizational skills, and the ability to balance a multi-project workload.
What: Planner I. This is a highly responsible technical position. Successful candidates for consideration will demonstrate a solid foundation in planning principles and practices, particularly in the area of current planning (rezoning, subdivision, planned developments, signage and special use permit review). Duties of this position include, but are not limited to:
• Researches, compiles and analyzes a variety of land use, socioeconomic, demographic, housing and other data for the preparation of reports and presentation graphics for planning projects.
• Assists in the preparation and maintenance of the Village's comprehensive plan, economic development strategic plan and participates in the development review process and drafting of ordinances for specific projects.
• Reviews site plans and building permit plans for compliance with applicable zoning, subdivisions, landscaping, and other development codes.
• Provides staff support to committees and commissions as assigned. This includes assisting with the preparation of meeting agendas and packets; preparing and presenting staff reports; and participates in discussions to provide technical assistance on various projects at the meetings (some nightly).
The successful candidate will have excellent communication (written and verbal) skills, and a strong commitment to providing excellent customer service. They will be a proven self-starter with a strong enthusiasm for the profession, possess excellent organizational skills, and the ability to balance a multi-project workload.
Metropolitan Transit Planner (Rockford)
Who: Region 1 Planning Council (R1PC), which is comprised of the Rockford Metropolitan Agency for Planning and the Economic Development District of Northern Illinois.
What: The Metropolitan Transit Planner position works with the Metropolitan Planning Organization (RMAP/MPO) division of the R1PC and the Rockford Mass Transit District (RMTD) to administer the federally required public transit planning process. This position also produces planning documents and engages in planning processes typical of a metropolitan planning organization and mass transit district. The successful candidate will investigate, analyze, document and manage ongoing public transit and associated economic development planning efforts. Work for this position will involve close coordination with the MPO transportation planning function of the R1PC as well as the operational planning elements of the local mass transit district. This position will be engaged in the long- range as well as short-range planning functions of the MPO and RMTD. The successful candidate must possess strong writing skills, prepare recommendations, perform research, planning and technical analysis for projects.
What: The Metropolitan Transit Planner position works with the Metropolitan Planning Organization (RMAP/MPO) division of the R1PC and the Rockford Mass Transit District (RMTD) to administer the federally required public transit planning process. This position also produces planning documents and engages in planning processes typical of a metropolitan planning organization and mass transit district. The successful candidate will investigate, analyze, document and manage ongoing public transit and associated economic development planning efforts. Work for this position will involve close coordination with the MPO transportation planning function of the R1PC as well as the operational planning elements of the local mass transit district. This position will be engaged in the long- range as well as short-range planning functions of the MPO and RMTD. The successful candidate must possess strong writing skills, prepare recommendations, perform research, planning and technical analysis for projects.
Research Associate @ The Urban Institute (DC)
Who: The Metropolitan Housing and Communities Policy Center at the Urban Institute
What: The work of the Center on Metropolitan Housing and Communities (Metro) focuses on a range of issues including housing, community and economic development, and other issues affecting vulnerable populations. Responsibilities
• Develop or participate in developing research topics, proposals, and research designs
• Maintain project budgets timelines, manage grant/contract relationships and deliverables
• Develop and maintain partnerships with non-profits, government agency offices, funders and other entities to support implementation and evaluation of innovative policies and programs
• Assist in developing subcontracts, managing subcontractor performance.
Assist with delivering training and technical assistance services to implantation partners and subcontractors as needed.
• Supervise and/or participate in data collection and analysis
• Interpret data from a policy perspective
• Supervise less senior researchers,
• Translate research for policymakers and other stakeholders.
• Participate in writing final reports, presenting results to clients and stakeholders, drafting blogs and other technical assistance or guidance documents.
What: The work of the Center on Metropolitan Housing and Communities (Metro) focuses on a range of issues including housing, community and economic development, and other issues affecting vulnerable populations. Responsibilities
• Develop or participate in developing research topics, proposals, and research designs
• Maintain project budgets timelines, manage grant/contract relationships and deliverables
• Develop and maintain partnerships with non-profits, government agency offices, funders and other entities to support implementation and evaluation of innovative policies and programs
• Assist in developing subcontracts, managing subcontractor performance.
Assist with delivering training and technical assistance services to implantation partners and subcontractors as needed.
• Supervise and/or participate in data collection and analysis
• Interpret data from a policy perspective
• Supervise less senior researchers,
• Translate research for policymakers and other stakeholders.
• Participate in writing final reports, presenting results to clients and stakeholders, drafting blogs and other technical assistance or guidance documents.
Research Analyst @ The Urban Institute (DC)
Who: The Metropolitan Housing and Communities Policy Center at the Urban Institute
What: The position of Research Analyst is responsible for assisting senior researchers in successfully executing defined research tasks in the policy areas most directly related to the Metropolitan Housing and Communities Policy Center, such as housing and housing-related assistance programs, homelessness, demographic and population studies, urban planning and land use, community economic development, city governance and public-sector capacity, physical and environmental quality, and housing and neighborhoods as a platform for other household and societal outcomes. Responsibilities include:
• Collecting, cleaning, and performing advanced manipulation of either qualitative and/or quantitative data. This includes managing data, writing computer programs for data processing and analysis, producing and reviewing literature reviews, and conducting field work (such as interviews and site visits).
• Assisting in designing research to meet high standards of methodological rigor.
• Assisting and, on occasion, leading in reporting research findings. Including producing tables, graphics, and maps for reports, as well as writing up findings for briefs and reports.
• Overseeing logistical tasks for research proposals, internal and external research events, and research management.
• Assisting with project management tasks (such as contractual, financial, and staffing components of research projects).
• Overseeing the work of Research Assistants.
• Assisting with administrative tasks as assigned.
What: The position of Research Analyst is responsible for assisting senior researchers in successfully executing defined research tasks in the policy areas most directly related to the Metropolitan Housing and Communities Policy Center, such as housing and housing-related assistance programs, homelessness, demographic and population studies, urban planning and land use, community economic development, city governance and public-sector capacity, physical and environmental quality, and housing and neighborhoods as a platform for other household and societal outcomes. Responsibilities include:
• Collecting, cleaning, and performing advanced manipulation of either qualitative and/or quantitative data. This includes managing data, writing computer programs for data processing and analysis, producing and reviewing literature reviews, and conducting field work (such as interviews and site visits).
• Assisting in designing research to meet high standards of methodological rigor.
• Assisting and, on occasion, leading in reporting research findings. Including producing tables, graphics, and maps for reports, as well as writing up findings for briefs and reports.
• Overseeing logistical tasks for research proposals, internal and external research events, and research management.
• Assisting with project management tasks (such as contractual, financial, and staffing components of research projects).
• Overseeing the work of Research Assistants.
• Assisting with administrative tasks as assigned.
Planning Technician (Kansas City, MO)
Who: KC, MO Parks & Recreation Department - Planning & Design Services Division
What: Senior Planning Technician specializes in technical and administrative work of advanced and technical dimensions consisting of a wide range and variety of archival and records management projects. Assists with the inventory, preparation for microfilming, conservation, and storage of architectural and engineering drawings. Sorts, processes, cross checks project information on capital projects with established cataloging procedures. Enters information into the database. Properly repairs drawings and photos when necessary according to accepted archival procedures. Prepares documents for microfilming by checking the information on the drawings, putting them in correct order, and creating informational sheets. Places documents into storage according to established procedure. Retrieves drawings from storage. Learns about the relationship of the documents to the projects and types of medium involved. Learns about history of the Department and City of Kansas City, taking into account various aspects of the 125 year old department and the significance of its workings in shaping the City. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: high school graduation and 5 years of responsible experience in the various phases and techniques of planning illustration, including cartography and map work; OR an equivalent combination of qualifying experience and education.
Benefits: $16.64-$26.33/hour.
Applications due Feb. 9, 2018. Read the full job description and apply here.
What: Senior Planning Technician specializes in technical and administrative work of advanced and technical dimensions consisting of a wide range and variety of archival and records management projects. Assists with the inventory, preparation for microfilming, conservation, and storage of architectural and engineering drawings. Sorts, processes, cross checks project information on capital projects with established cataloging procedures. Enters information into the database. Properly repairs drawings and photos when necessary according to accepted archival procedures. Prepares documents for microfilming by checking the information on the drawings, putting them in correct order, and creating informational sheets. Places documents into storage according to established procedure. Retrieves drawings from storage. Learns about the relationship of the documents to the projects and types of medium involved. Learns about history of the Department and City of Kansas City, taking into account various aspects of the 125 year old department and the significance of its workings in shaping the City. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: high school graduation and 5 years of responsible experience in the various phases and techniques of planning illustration, including cartography and map work; OR an equivalent combination of qualifying experience and education.
Benefits: $16.64-$26.33/hour.
Applications due Feb. 9, 2018. Read the full job description and apply here.
Coordinating Planner - Chicago Dept. of Transportation (Jan.19 Deadline)
Who: City of Chicago Department of Transportation
What: Under direction, functions as a project manager responsible for coordinating urban development and revitalization planning projects of a complex nature OR as a senior level, technical expert engaged in researching and managing specialized planning initiatives, and performs related duties as required. Responsibilities include:
• Coordinates, manages, and provides oversight of the Department’s short-, medium-, and long-range planning, analysis and related research activities encompassing all transportation modes, facilities, users, and systems/networks serving the City. This includes but is not limited to pedestrian, public transit, bicycle, motor vehicle, freight and maritime infrastructure and policies.
• Provides oversight and management of professional planning staff and consultants conducting federal-, state-, and City-funded multimodal transportation studies and research. The typical value of ongoing transportation planning studies under this position’s oversight exceeds $2 million.
• Coordinates transportation planning-related activities and communications with: other Divisions within Department such as Engineering, Performance Management, Traffic Safety & Technology, Infrastructure Management; other City Departments such as Planning and Development, Streets & Sanitation, Mayor’s Office; sister agencies such as Chicago Transit Authority, Chicago Park District, Chicago Public Schools; other local and regional transportation agencies such as Metra, Pace, RTA, CMAP, Cook County; and state and federal agencies such as IDOT, Illinois Tollway, USDOT.
• Leads and/or assists with researching, identifying, applying for, and managing new and ongoing grant funding opportunities for Department programs and capital projects from local, state, federal, and other sources.
• Ensures that the Department continues to comprehensively plan and prepare for transportation improvements needed to support sustained economic development throughout the City
• Plans and manages the full scope of planning studies including the design, data collection and implementation of recommendations
• Establishes and monitors work objectives and time lines of planning projects and oversees private consultants and junior level planners in the conduct of planning studies
• Participates in and oversees the collection and analysis of related planning data
• Summarizes and formats collected data and prepares reports for senior management’s review
• Develops proposed plans for target areas and markets planning and development opportunities to prospective developers
• Evaluates project proposals for feasibility and conformity with city development goals and objectives, governmental regulations and funding eligibility
• Coordinates the work efforts of departmental managers, government officials and funding agencies to facilitate the selection and scheduling of capital improvement projects
• Prepares and oversees staff responsible for the preparation of financial reporting documents to track the awarding and expenditure of funds
• Conducts site inspections of work in progress to ensure adherence to development plans
• Generates periodic progress reports of pending and current projects, highlighting issues for management’s attention and to publicize project success
• Represents the department at public hearings and meetings to discuss proposed planning and redevelopment projects
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 years 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.
Benefits: $88,440-$95,760/year.
Read the full job posting and apply here.
What: Under direction, functions as a project manager responsible for coordinating urban development and revitalization planning projects of a complex nature OR as a senior level, technical expert engaged in researching and managing specialized planning initiatives, and performs related duties as required. Responsibilities include:
• Coordinates, manages, and provides oversight of the Department’s short-, medium-, and long-range planning, analysis and related research activities encompassing all transportation modes, facilities, users, and systems/networks serving the City. This includes but is not limited to pedestrian, public transit, bicycle, motor vehicle, freight and maritime infrastructure and policies.
• Provides oversight and management of professional planning staff and consultants conducting federal-, state-, and City-funded multimodal transportation studies and research. The typical value of ongoing transportation planning studies under this position’s oversight exceeds $2 million.
• Coordinates transportation planning-related activities and communications with: other Divisions within Department such as Engineering, Performance Management, Traffic Safety & Technology, Infrastructure Management; other City Departments such as Planning and Development, Streets & Sanitation, Mayor’s Office; sister agencies such as Chicago Transit Authority, Chicago Park District, Chicago Public Schools; other local and regional transportation agencies such as Metra, Pace, RTA, CMAP, Cook County; and state and federal agencies such as IDOT, Illinois Tollway, USDOT.
• Leads and/or assists with researching, identifying, applying for, and managing new and ongoing grant funding opportunities for Department programs and capital projects from local, state, federal, and other sources.
• Ensures that the Department continues to comprehensively plan and prepare for transportation improvements needed to support sustained economic development throughout the City
• Plans and manages the full scope of planning studies including the design, data collection and implementation of recommendations
• Establishes and monitors work objectives and time lines of planning projects and oversees private consultants and junior level planners in the conduct of planning studies
• Participates in and oversees the collection and analysis of related planning data
• Summarizes and formats collected data and prepares reports for senior management’s review
• Develops proposed plans for target areas and markets planning and development opportunities to prospective developers
• Evaluates project proposals for feasibility and conformity with city development goals and objectives, governmental regulations and funding eligibility
• Coordinates the work efforts of departmental managers, government officials and funding agencies to facilitate the selection and scheduling of capital improvement projects
• Prepares and oversees staff responsible for the preparation of financial reporting documents to track the awarding and expenditure of funds
• Conducts site inspections of work in progress to ensure adherence to development plans
• Generates periodic progress reports of pending and current projects, highlighting issues for management’s attention and to publicize project success
• Represents the department at public hearings and meetings to discuss proposed planning and redevelopment projects
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 years 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.
Benefits: $88,440-$95,760/year.
Read the full job posting and apply here.
Program Assistant @ Illinois Public Health Institute (Chicago) (Jan.17 deadline)
Who: Illinois Public Health Institute - Center for Health and Information Technology
What: IPHI is seeking an energetic and well‐organized team member to provide high-level planning, administration and operations support for a national grant-making and community support program. IPHI operates Data Across Sectors for Health (DASH) which identifies barriers, opportunities, promising practices and indicators of progress for multi-sector collaborations that connect information systems and share data for community health improvement. This position supports our national work at the nexus of health data, community collaboration and the social determinants of health, including support to cutting-edge communities across the country. Duties and responsibilities include program management and administration, communications and networking support, grants management and community support, and meetings and events management.
Qualifications: Demonstrated experience and credentials in public health, public policy, healthcare, community services, or a related field. Minimum of one year of work experience in project or grants management, events management, health informatics, budget and financial reporting, health data and information systems, or program performance and evaluation. Candidates can write well, work fast, and succeed independently and in teams. We are especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations in a variety of community settings. The ideal candidate will have a master's degree and experience with project management, communications, or administration and events management.
Benefits: Full time, 37.5 hours/week, starting salary $47,500 Applications are being accepted until January 17th. Read the complete job posting and apply here.
What: IPHI is seeking an energetic and well‐organized team member to provide high-level planning, administration and operations support for a national grant-making and community support program. IPHI operates Data Across Sectors for Health (DASH) which identifies barriers, opportunities, promising practices and indicators of progress for multi-sector collaborations that connect information systems and share data for community health improvement. This position supports our national work at the nexus of health data, community collaboration and the social determinants of health, including support to cutting-edge communities across the country. Duties and responsibilities include program management and administration, communications and networking support, grants management and community support, and meetings and events management.
Qualifications: Demonstrated experience and credentials in public health, public policy, healthcare, community services, or a related field. Minimum of one year of work experience in project or grants management, events management, health informatics, budget and financial reporting, health data and information systems, or program performance and evaluation. Candidates can write well, work fast, and succeed independently and in teams. We are especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations in a variety of community settings. The ideal candidate will have a master's degree and experience with project management, communications, or administration and events management.
Benefits: Full time, 37.5 hours/week, starting salary $47,500 Applications are being accepted until January 17th. Read the complete job posting and apply here.
Graduate Management Assistant (Fort Collins, CO)
Who: City Manager's Office - Fort Collins, CO
What: The 2018-2019 Graduate Management Assistant will be involved in research, analytical work, and managing special projects. This position represents a one-year internship. Responsibilities include:
• Assist in the management of the City’s Service Area Request system, which involves frequent direct correspondence between elected officials, City staff, and citizens of Fort Collins.
• Assist the City Manager’s Office in researching high-level issues of concern as they arise.
• Performs entry level program analysis, organizational and administrative field studies, and statistical analysis of research data.
• Reports findings of research or study to the City Manager or other executive staff and elected officials in writing and in person.
• Participate in development and implementation of City’s Performance Excellence Program.
• Act as a liaison between the City and the community at City events.
• Attends weekly City Council and Executive Leadership Team meetings.
• Attend meetings on behalf of or in conjunction with executive managers.
• Plan and coordinate various meetings.
• Attend skill and knowledge development events and/or conferences.
• Participate in the City budget process by serving on the Budget Lead Team
• Review, update and implement department operations policies and procedures; Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in a field related to Public or Business Administration, Political Science, Social Sciences or closely related field. Applicants must have completed or substantially completed coursework toward a Master of Public Administration or closely related degree by June 2018.
Benefits: $40,000 per year.
Read the full job posting here.
Application deadline is Friday, February 2nd , 2018 by 5:00pm MST. Applicants will submit the following in one PDF or word document to Alyssa Johnson at ajohnson@fcgov.com or by postal mail to the City Manager’s Office, P.O. Box 580, Fort Collins, CO 80522: Cover letter, resume, three references with daytime phone numbers, an academic or professional writing sample of no more than five pages in length.
What: The 2018-2019 Graduate Management Assistant will be involved in research, analytical work, and managing special projects. This position represents a one-year internship. Responsibilities include:
• Assist in the management of the City’s Service Area Request system, which involves frequent direct correspondence between elected officials, City staff, and citizens of Fort Collins.
• Assist the City Manager’s Office in researching high-level issues of concern as they arise.
• Performs entry level program analysis, organizational and administrative field studies, and statistical analysis of research data.
• Reports findings of research or study to the City Manager or other executive staff and elected officials in writing and in person.
• Participate in development and implementation of City’s Performance Excellence Program.
• Act as a liaison between the City and the community at City events.
• Attends weekly City Council and Executive Leadership Team meetings.
• Attend meetings on behalf of or in conjunction with executive managers.
• Plan and coordinate various meetings.
• Attend skill and knowledge development events and/or conferences.
• Participate in the City budget process by serving on the Budget Lead Team
• Review, update and implement department operations policies and procedures; Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in a field related to Public or Business Administration, Political Science, Social Sciences or closely related field. Applicants must have completed or substantially completed coursework toward a Master of Public Administration or closely related degree by June 2018.
Benefits: $40,000 per year.
Read the full job posting here.
Application deadline is Friday, February 2nd , 2018 by 5:00pm MST. Applicants will submit the following in one PDF or word document to Alyssa Johnson at ajohnson@fcgov.com or by postal mail to the City Manager’s Office, P.O. Box 580, Fort Collins, CO 80522: Cover letter, resume, three references with daytime phone numbers, an academic or professional writing sample of no more than five pages in length.
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