· Represent the needs of NWMC members to the Chicago
Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP), the Illinois Department of
Transportation (IDOT) and other transportation and planning agencies.
· Manage the Surface Transportation Program (STP) for the
North Shore Council of Mayors, including oversight of project funding and implementation.
· Monitor transportation programs including the
Congestion Mitigation & Air Quality Program (CMAQ), the Transportation
Enhancement Program (ITEP), Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP), Local
Technical Assistance Program and the Community Planning Program to ensure
municipal access and understanding.
· Assist with managing various NWMC led planning initiatives,
such as the NWMC Bicycle Plan, including consultant hiring, plan development
and implementation.
· Disseminate information to NWMC membership via NWMC
Transportation Newsletter, weekly briefings and other written and verbal means.
· Prepare agendas and minutes for various committees and
task forces.
· Perform other duties as assigned by Executive
Director, Deputy Director and Transportation Director.
Qualifications: A
bachelor’s degree in urban planning, public administration or a related field from
an accredited college or university is required. Master’s degree preferred. A
successful candidate for the position will also demonstrate the following
knowledge, skills and abilities:
·
Strong ability to express oneself clearly
and concisely both verbally and in writing.
·
Solid organizational skills, including
the ability to work independently.
·
Proven ability to follow complex oral and
written instructions.
·
Excellent interpersonal skills,
especially with elected and appointed local government officials and
transportation professionals.
·
Working knowledge of federal and state
transportation, environment, and economic development programs and agencies is
a plus but not required.
Application Process:
Applicants must submit the following items to be considered
for the position:
·
Cover letter;
·
Full resume including education,
experience and other relevant responsibilities; and,
·
Names and contact information for three professional
references that have knowledge of the applicant’s qualifications for this
position.
Please send all three items via email (must include subject
line: NWMC Program Associate) to Larry Bury, NWMC Deputy Director, at lbury@NWMC-cog.org.
Position open until filled. EOE