Who: Metro Strategies
What: This position is for a versatile communications professional who can assist in Metro Strategies' marketing and communications activities and provide communications support to project teams. This person must have strong communications skills, including writing and producing print and digital/multi-media materials.
Metro Strategies has offices in Downers Grove and Chicago. The primary location for this position is Downers Grove.
The Communications Associate is expected to exemplify the firm’s core values of leadership, problem-solving, accountability, professionalism, and continued personal and professional growth.
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Welcome to CUPPA Careers!
The College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs at UIC is the University of Illinois System's home for the study of public policy and contemporary urban challenges. We are CUPPA.
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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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
Have a job or internship to post? Send an email with the title, location, job description, and contact information to cuppa@uic.edu
Director of Research - National Main Street Center
Who: National Main Street Center
What: Over the past 40 years, the National Main Street Center (NMSC) – a subsidiary of the National Trust for Historic Preservation – has led a transformational movement, working with 2000+ communities around the country to revitalize and re-energize their older and historic downtown commercial districts.The NMSC’s two core programs for supporting community revitalization efforts are Main Street America and UrbanMain.
Through these programs, we are dedicated to helping communities understand the connection between creating quality places and economic competitiveness and equipping them with the tools to make that connection a reality. Since its inception, the NMSC’s approach has earned a reputation as one of the most powerful community-based economic development tools in the nation, generating over $79 billion in reinvestment in downtown areas.
What: Over the past 40 years, the National Main Street Center (NMSC) – a subsidiary of the National Trust for Historic Preservation – has led a transformational movement, working with 2000+ communities around the country to revitalize and re-energize their older and historic downtown commercial districts.The NMSC’s two core programs for supporting community revitalization efforts are Main Street America and UrbanMain.
Through these programs, we are dedicated to helping communities understand the connection between creating quality places and economic competitiveness and equipping them with the tools to make that connection a reality. Since its inception, the NMSC’s approach has earned a reputation as one of the most powerful community-based economic development tools in the nation, generating over $79 billion in reinvestment in downtown areas.
Community Planner - Village of Schaumberg
Who: Village of Schaumberg
What: The Village of Schaumburg is a thriving community of 75,936 residents located 12 miles west of O’Hare International Airport and approximately 26 miles northwest of the City of Chicago. The community is the base of the second largest concentration of retail, office and commercial activity in the state of Illinois. Of special distinction, the village was recently named one of the “Top Ten Best Places to Live” by Money Magazine, is ranked No. 5 overall in WalletHub’s “Best Illinois Cities for Jobs” and, for the fifth year in a row, received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting. The village employs approximately 600 employees in a variety of departments within the organization, such as police, fire, public works, engineering, finance, human resources, cultural services, community development, information technology, and transportation. Our employees work to serve the residents and strive to make Schaumburg the best community it can be.
What: The Village of Schaumburg is a thriving community of 75,936 residents located 12 miles west of O’Hare International Airport and approximately 26 miles northwest of the City of Chicago. The community is the base of the second largest concentration of retail, office and commercial activity in the state of Illinois. Of special distinction, the village was recently named one of the “Top Ten Best Places to Live” by Money Magazine, is ranked No. 5 overall in WalletHub’s “Best Illinois Cities for Jobs” and, for the fifth year in a row, received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting. The village employs approximately 600 employees in a variety of departments within the organization, such as police, fire, public works, engineering, finance, human resources, cultural services, community development, information technology, and transportation. Our employees work to serve the residents and strive to make Schaumburg the best community it can be.
Data Manager - MAPSCorps
Who: MAPSCorps
What: MAPSCorps (Meaningful Active Productive Science in Service to Communities) is a nonprofit organization that provides youth with meaningful employment and STEM (Science Technology Engineering Math) training opportunities through an innovative technology-based community asset mapping program.
The MAPSCorps mission is to train youth to produce high-quality data about community assets that everyone can use to improve the human condition. MAPSCorps aims to address the gap in reliable data about assets in high poverty communities while providing meaningful employment for youth.
During the summer, MAPSCorps participants (primarily high school and college students) walk their communities, observing, collecting, and analyzing data about public-facing businesses and organizations (“assets”). Throughout the program, youth prepare a public health-focused research project to present at the program’s culminating event. After the summer program, the data collected by youth is processed and published on the MAPSCorps website and the Chicago Department of Public Health’s Chicago Health Atlas. The data are publicly available at no cost for noncommercial purposes.
What: MAPSCorps (Meaningful Active Productive Science in Service to Communities) is a nonprofit organization that provides youth with meaningful employment and STEM (Science Technology Engineering Math) training opportunities through an innovative technology-based community asset mapping program.
The MAPSCorps mission is to train youth to produce high-quality data about community assets that everyone can use to improve the human condition. MAPSCorps aims to address the gap in reliable data about assets in high poverty communities while providing meaningful employment for youth.
During the summer, MAPSCorps participants (primarily high school and college students) walk their communities, observing, collecting, and analyzing data about public-facing businesses and organizations (“assets”). Throughout the program, youth prepare a public health-focused research project to present at the program’s culminating event. After the summer program, the data collected by youth is processed and published on the MAPSCorps website and the Chicago Department of Public Health’s Chicago Health Atlas. The data are publicly available at no cost for noncommercial purposes.
Community Planner - City of Minneapolis
Who: City of Minneapolis
What: As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose--serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.
The Community Planning and Economic Development department serves the City by providing thoughtful design and access to the tools and resources needed for all residents and businesses to prosper. In order to do this great work, we are currently accepting applications for a City Planner.
City Planners perform professional planning work requiring excellent analytical and communication skills in planning processes of standard to moderate degrees of difficulty. The City Planner is an entry-level planning position with the Department of CPED. The position includes implementation of City policies through review of development proposals. The work associated with this position includes regular interaction with the general public as well as meeting frequent deadlines while conducting land use and/or preservation analysis. The City Planner works independently as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Perform professional planning work requiring excellent analytical and communication skills in planning processes of moderate to substantial difficulty. We currently have one vacancy in the Zoning Administration Section of the Development Services Division of CPED.
What: As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose--serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.
The Community Planning and Economic Development department serves the City by providing thoughtful design and access to the tools and resources needed for all residents and businesses to prosper. In order to do this great work, we are currently accepting applications for a City Planner.
City Planners perform professional planning work requiring excellent analytical and communication skills in planning processes of standard to moderate degrees of difficulty. The City Planner is an entry-level planning position with the Department of CPED. The position includes implementation of City policies through review of development proposals. The work associated with this position includes regular interaction with the general public as well as meeting frequent deadlines while conducting land use and/or preservation analysis. The City Planner works independently as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Perform professional planning work requiring excellent analytical and communication skills in planning processes of moderate to substantial difficulty. We currently have one vacancy in the Zoning Administration Section of the Development Services Division of CPED.
- Answer questions and respond to general inquiries about planning issues from the public and other agencies.
- Analyze and make recommendations on zoning and preservation applications for review and action in public hearings by the Board of Adjustment (BOA), City Planning Commission (CPC), Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC), and City Council.
- Analyze and make recommendations on all elements of planning using knowledge of architecture, historic preservation, information systems, land use, transportation, and urban design.
- Assist boards, commissions and committees as required and work with neighborhood and business groups on planning projects.
- Work with architects, developers and other city staff in developing conceptual designs and monitoring design development reviews.
- Research, evaluate and communicate proposed changes to the City's Code of Ordinances.
- Prepare or assist in preparing technical, physical, economic, social or statistical data to aid in planning activities.
- Communicate City policy using mapping and graphic software packages.
- Function as a team member on multidisciplinary projects.
- Attend professional seminars and workshops to maintain current knowledge of state and national trends and developments.
Additional information about this opportunity and application instructions can be found here.
Program Manager and Program Coordinator - Calumet Collaborative
Who: Calumet Collaborative
What: Calumet Collaborative exists to catalyze equitable sustainable development in the Calumet region. The Collaborative serves as a bridge builder—across geographies, sectors, and issues—to convene, facilitate, and accelerate sustainable development efforts. It also serves as an inclusive conduit for community voice in regionally-significant, decision-making processes to ensure tangible, transformative impact is realized by, with, and for all.
Program Coordinator
The program coordinator will provide support for initiative, program and project implementation, stakeholder engagement, and collaborative meetings. This position will also take a leadership role in the coordination of communications for Calumet Collaborative and the Calumet National Heritage Area Initiative. The successful candidate will be a self-starter who can demonstrate ability to perform the job duties with a high degree of independence.
Main duties and responsibilities:
Skills needed to perform the work:
Qualifications:
Program Manager
The Program Manager will provide leadership for initiatives, programs, and projects to advance the impact of the Calumet Collaborative. They will develop and execute workplans, create meeting agendas, and facilitate meetings while keeping stakeholders engaged in the collaborative process. The Program Manager will assist in development activities including identifying, applying, securing and reporting on grants and foundation support as well as develop systems to track the effectiveness toward achieving organizational and regional goals. They will assist with the development and execution of communications, website, public relations messages and collateral to consistently articulate the vision and mission of the Calumet Collaborative.
Main duties and responsibilities:
Skills needed to perform the work:
The Calumet Collaborative is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to create a working environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, and retaliation, and that promotes human dignity among all staff. Realizing that good relations between co-workers are an integral part of job satisfaction, the Calumet Collaborative strives to create a climate of mutual respect among all employees.
Calumet Collaborative has a comprehensive benefits and PTO policy
Please send cover letters and resumes to Sarah Coulter at sarah@calumetcollaborative.org -preferred deadline for applications is Friday, December 6th.
What: Calumet Collaborative exists to catalyze equitable sustainable development in the Calumet region. The Collaborative serves as a bridge builder—across geographies, sectors, and issues—to convene, facilitate, and accelerate sustainable development efforts. It also serves as an inclusive conduit for community voice in regionally-significant, decision-making processes to ensure tangible, transformative impact is realized by, with, and for all.
Program Coordinator
The program coordinator will provide support for initiative, program and project implementation, stakeholder engagement, and collaborative meetings. This position will also take a leadership role in the coordination of communications for Calumet Collaborative and the Calumet National Heritage Area Initiative. The successful candidate will be a self-starter who can demonstrate ability to perform the job duties with a high degree of independence.
Main duties and responsibilities:
- Lead communication coordination efforts which will include: social media, website management, event calendar updates, co-edit bi-monthly newsletter, and contact list management
- Provide support to organizational leadership, work groups and committees: Schedule and coordinate meetings, interviews, events or other similar activities
- Prepare meeting agendas, meeting notes and internal support materials
- Maintain systems for tracking and documenting implementation
- Facilitate the sharing of information and engage new stakeholders Track and report progress
Skills needed to perform the work:
- Excellent organizing, planning and communication skills (written and verbal) Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, recognize duplication and find efficiencies
- Well versed in multiple social media platforms
- Web development with Content Management Systems (Weebly) Metrics: baseline and measurement systems
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
- Adobe Create Cloud (In Design and Illustrator) preferred
Qualifications:
- Knowledge of the significance, history and opportunities in the bi-state Calumet region and a passion for the Calumet Collaborative’s mission
- Experience and effectiveness in working collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team with diverse constituencies
- Passion for climate action, resilience, and equity centered community development
- Nimble and adaptable to re-work and take on new projects
- Identify opportunities to leverage work and connect stakeholders to opportunities by developing relationships with and between institutions and individuals
- Positive attitude and start-up mentality
Program Manager
The Program Manager will provide leadership for initiatives, programs, and projects to advance the impact of the Calumet Collaborative. They will develop and execute workplans, create meeting agendas, and facilitate meetings while keeping stakeholders engaged in the collaborative process. The Program Manager will assist in development activities including identifying, applying, securing and reporting on grants and foundation support as well as develop systems to track the effectiveness toward achieving organizational and regional goals. They will assist with the development and execution of communications, website, public relations messages and collateral to consistently articulate the vision and mission of the Calumet Collaborative.
Main duties and responsibilities:
- Help inspire a climate for meaningful participation by leading the Calumet Collaborative Advisory Council meetings, initiative work groups, committees, and engaging other partners and key stakeholders to enhance their roles and impact
- Provide direction and support for Advisory Council and initiative work groups: develop work plans, plan and facilitate meetings, and track metrics
- Research and identify opportunities for organizational and program funding, write grant applications and provide grant reports as required for government grants, foundations and individual donors
- Co-coordinate the development and maintenance of communication materials including co-editing the bi-monthly newsletter, updating the initiative and organizational dashboards, and the annual report Identify new opportunities for regional impact that fit within the Calumet Collaborative’s mission, vision and focus areas
Skills needed to perform the work:
- Excellent organizing, planning, facilitation, and communication skills (written and verbal)
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, recognize duplication, and find efficiencies
- Experience with securing buy-in and establishing trust among peers and partners
- Ability to develop efficient and effective content strategy with political savvy and an aspirational approach to messaging
- Grant writing and reporting
- Metrics baseline development and measurement systems
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
- GIS skills preferred
- Knowledge of the significance, history, and opportunities in the bi-state Calumet region and a passion for the Calumet Collaborative’s mission
- Experience and effectiveness in working collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team with diverse constituencies
- Passion for climate action, resilience, and equity centered community development
- Nimble and adaptable to re-work and take on new projects
- Identify opportunities to leverage work and connect stakeholders to opportunities by developing relationships with and between institutions and individuals
- Positive attitude and start-up mentality
- Minimum educational levels and/or equivalent work experience or knowledge needed to perform the work: 3 – 5 years of related experience Bachelor’s degree in related field, Master’s degree preferred
The Calumet Collaborative is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to create a working environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, and retaliation, and that promotes human dignity among all staff. Realizing that good relations between co-workers are an integral part of job satisfaction, the Calumet Collaborative strives to create a climate of mutual respect among all employees.
Calumet Collaborative has a comprehensive benefits and PTO policy
Please send cover letters and resumes to Sarah Coulter at sarah@calumetcollaborative.org -preferred deadline for applications is Friday, December 6th.
Planning Code Compliance Officer - City of Jackson Hole, Wyoming
Who: City of Jackson Hole, Wyoming
What: Teton County is a year-round resort community, located in the northwestern corner of Wyoming. It serves as the southern gateway to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks and is home to three world class ski resorts. Approximately 97% of the land within the county is held in public ownership – National Park, National Elk Refuge, and National Forest. Teton County is a unique place to live, offering many outdoor recreational activities, abundant wildlife and open spaces, fine dining, and premier cultural arts offerings. Approximately 21,500 people live in Teton County, but as a resident, you quickly learn that you share your home with over 3,000,000 annual visitors from all over the world. Despite this influx, Teton County maintains its western heritage and hospitality.
What: Teton County is a year-round resort community, located in the northwestern corner of Wyoming. It serves as the southern gateway to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks and is home to three world class ski resorts. Approximately 97% of the land within the county is held in public ownership – National Park, National Elk Refuge, and National Forest. Teton County is a unique place to live, offering many outdoor recreational activities, abundant wildlife and open spaces, fine dining, and premier cultural arts offerings. Approximately 21,500 people live in Teton County, but as a resident, you quickly learn that you share your home with over 3,000,000 annual visitors from all over the world. Despite this influx, Teton County maintains its western heritage and hospitality.
Research Manager - Rice University
Who: Rice University
What: The Kinder Institute for Urban Research is a multi-disciplinary “think-and-do tank” housed on the Rice University campus in central Houston, focusing on urban issues in Houston, the American Sun Belt, and around the world. The Kinder Institute builds better cities and improves people’s lives by bringing together data, research, engagement and action.
The research manager conducts research and manages the administration and operations of large complex research projects that leads to work products within the Institute’s overall research agenda. S/he conveys vision, ideas, goals, and issues as well as produces reports and presentations. The research manager’s work focuses on projects touching a variety of issues, including housing, resilience, governance and transportation. Examples of this work may include housing studies focused both on the built environment and the individual residents, transportation surveys and network analyses, and work around greenspace and urban development. The day-to-day work of the research manager consists of overseeing and participating in research of several ongoing projects. The manager may direct the work of individual staff members in addition to undertaking specific research assignments. S/he partners with Kinder Institute staff both on the presentation of salient data and on the writing of connected reports.
What: The Kinder Institute for Urban Research is a multi-disciplinary “think-and-do tank” housed on the Rice University campus in central Houston, focusing on urban issues in Houston, the American Sun Belt, and around the world. The Kinder Institute builds better cities and improves people’s lives by bringing together data, research, engagement and action.
The research manager conducts research and manages the administration and operations of large complex research projects that leads to work products within the Institute’s overall research agenda. S/he conveys vision, ideas, goals, and issues as well as produces reports and presentations. The research manager’s work focuses on projects touching a variety of issues, including housing, resilience, governance and transportation. Examples of this work may include housing studies focused both on the built environment and the individual residents, transportation surveys and network analyses, and work around greenspace and urban development. The day-to-day work of the research manager consists of overseeing and participating in research of several ongoing projects. The manager may direct the work of individual staff members in addition to undertaking specific research assignments. S/he partners with Kinder Institute staff both on the presentation of salient data and on the writing of connected reports.
Zoning Land Planner - Cook County
Who: Cook County
What: At the direction of the Secretary of the Zoning Board of Appeals, coordinate petitions for zoning relief. Answer inquiries from members of the public, local governmental units, and elected officials on zoning related matters. Facilitate regular meetings of the Zoning Board of Appeals. Maintain a database of zoning records and maps. Review petitions for accuracy based on current ordinances, standards, and regulations. Provide regular assessments of zoning regulations to ensure consistency with current practices in the field. Performs other duties as assigned.
What: At the direction of the Secretary of the Zoning Board of Appeals, coordinate petitions for zoning relief. Answer inquiries from members of the public, local governmental units, and elected officials on zoning related matters. Facilitate regular meetings of the Zoning Board of Appeals. Maintain a database of zoning records and maps. Review petitions for accuracy based on current ordinances, standards, and regulations. Provide regular assessments of zoning regulations to ensure consistency with current practices in the field. Performs other duties as assigned.
Faculty Appointment in Social Policy - University of Maryland
Who: University of Maryland
What: Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world. Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The University of Maryland School of Public Policy seeks an Associate or Full professor starting Fall 2020. The School seeks distinguished candidates with an active research agenda and teaching interest in such policy areas as:
Applicants should hold an earned doctorate. Doctorates should be in such fields as: public policy, public administration, economics, sociology, education, public health, history, law (Juris Doctor), social psychology or political science. Women and members of minorities whose hiring would enhance the School’s diversity are especially encouraged to apply.
Application materials should include a letter of interest describing qualifications, a curriculum vitae, contact information for at least three references, and a recent publication or writing sample.
To apply, visit http://ejobs.umd.edu, locate the position announcement and apply online. Materials sent outside of the online system cannot be accepted. Questions concerning the application process may be addressed to Katharine Zang, at kzang@umd.edu. Review of applications will commence on December 1. Prospective applicants are urged to contact the search chair, Professor Christopher H. Foreman, cforeman@umd.edu at any time with any questions.
Minimum Qualifications:
Posting Date: 10/31/2019
Closing Date: Open Until Filled Yes
Best Consideration Date 12/01/2019
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
What: Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world. Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The University of Maryland School of Public Policy seeks an Associate or Full professor starting Fall 2020. The School seeks distinguished candidates with an active research agenda and teaching interest in such policy areas as:
- health (including public health, healthcare access and financing, and social determinants of health);
- poverty and income disparity;
- social insurance;
- education (including higher education);
- criminal justice.
- Demonstrable commitment to health-related policy problems as part of a candidate’s portfolio creates prospects for an endowed chair.
Applicants should hold an earned doctorate. Doctorates should be in such fields as: public policy, public administration, economics, sociology, education, public health, history, law (Juris Doctor), social psychology or political science. Women and members of minorities whose hiring would enhance the School’s diversity are especially encouraged to apply.
Application materials should include a letter of interest describing qualifications, a curriculum vitae, contact information for at least three references, and a recent publication or writing sample.
To apply, visit http://ejobs.umd.edu, locate the position announcement and apply online. Materials sent outside of the online system cannot be accepted. Questions concerning the application process may be addressed to Katharine Zang, at kzang@umd.edu. Review of applications will commence on December 1. Prospective applicants are urged to contact the search chair, Professor Christopher H. Foreman, cforeman@umd.edu at any time with any questions.
Minimum Qualifications:
- An earned doctorate in such fields as public policy, public administration, economics, sociology, education, public health, history, law (Juris Doctor), social psychology or political science.
- Candidates must have established records yielding publication in peer-reviewed journals and scholarly books.
- Academic versatility, meaning an ability to teach multiple social policy or other courses at both undergraduate (B.A. in Public Policy) and graduate levels
- As a policy school seeking impact in both academic and public discourse, a record of engagement beyond the academy is attractive for us.
Posting Date: 10/31/2019
Closing Date: Open Until Filled Yes
Best Consideration Date 12/01/2019
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Senior Planner - City of Decatur
Who: City of Decatur
What: Responsible for advanced level professional work in urban planning. Provides technical support and assistance to the Director in the development and implementation of the Comprehensive Plan and the City's advanced and current planning programs with related research and analysis. Review and process land use and development applications and proposals, as well as variance cases. Prepare and present cases to City boards, commissions, and committees including but not limited to Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals. Supervise and manage the work of other planning staff and interns.
What: Responsible for advanced level professional work in urban planning. Provides technical support and assistance to the Director in the development and implementation of the Comprehensive Plan and the City's advanced and current planning programs with related research and analysis. Review and process land use and development applications and proposals, as well as variance cases. Prepare and present cases to City boards, commissions, and committees including but not limited to Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals. Supervise and manage the work of other planning staff and interns.
Project Managers - Office of Public Safety, City of Chicago
Who: Office of Public Safety, City of Chicago
What:The Office of the Mayor is seeking highly collaborative team players with a strong work ethic to serve as Project Managers in the Office of Public Safety. The Project Managers will handle the day-to-day workload related to a grant-funded City of Chicago violence prevention planning process being led by the Office of the Mayor.
It is anticipated that four (4) Project Managers will be hired. These are temporary grant funded positions with funding expected to l run from January-June of 2020.
What:The Office of the Mayor is seeking highly collaborative team players with a strong work ethic to serve as Project Managers in the Office of Public Safety. The Project Managers will handle the day-to-day workload related to a grant-funded City of Chicago violence prevention planning process being led by the Office of the Mayor.
It is anticipated that four (4) Project Managers will be hired. These are temporary grant funded positions with funding expected to l run from January-June of 2020.
Planner, Visualization Specialist - Connetics Transportation Group
Who: Connetics Transportation Group
What: CTG is a transportation planning firm focused on improving the way communities move. While we are most well-known for our expertise in transit operations and service planning, our multi-disciplinary team of planners, schedulers, modelers, and data scientists bringsa wealth of experience solving complex problems across all facets of the mobility spectrum. We pride ourselves on developing data-driven solutions that are practical, implementable, and above all, community-inspired.
What: CTG is a transportation planning firm focused on improving the way communities move. While we are most well-known for our expertise in transit operations and service planning, our multi-disciplinary team of planners, schedulers, modelers, and data scientists bringsa wealth of experience solving complex problems across all facets of the mobility spectrum. We pride ourselves on developing data-driven solutions that are practical, implementable, and above all, community-inspired.
Zoning Coordinator - City of Flint
Who: City of Flint
What: The City of Flint Zoning Coordinator functions as part of the Planning and Zoning Division which falls under the Department of Planning and Development for the City of Flint. The P&D Department is comprised of 4 divisions: Blight & Neighborhood Stabilization, Building & Safety Inspections, Community & Economic Development and Planning & Zoning. The position will perform a variety of tasks in support of the P&D Department.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Zoning Coordinator works under the guidance and direct supervision of the Planner III. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Management skills are required to provide oversight of contractors, Planner I, and planning interns.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential Duties are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. They are intended to be accurate summaries of what the job involves and what is required to perform it. Employees are responsible for all other duties as assigned.
1. Coordinate the application, review and enforcement of zoning ordinances. Involves: Conduct plan review of permit applications, plan review of planned projects and facilities for compliance with zoning ordinances. Manage and coordinate zoning plan reviews along with supporting field inspection and enforcement efforts. Provide technical training and support to Department employees. Provide technical support and code interpretation to architects, engineers, contractors, developers, City departments, Mayor, City Administrator, City Council and the general public.
2. Coordinate zoning ordinance requirements with fire department, the county health department and state agencies.
3. Oversee administrative support and development. Engage with developers, businesses, business leaders, attorneys, real estate agents, brokers, concerned citizens, community groups or associations, and politicians regarding application of zoning ordinances to specific existing or planned projects or facilities.
4. Research and investigate proposed projects and facilities. Prepare zoning certificates, compliance notices, use permits, or reports.
5. Review and analyze existing codes; make recommendations on and facilitate implementation of new codes.
6. Prepare resolutions and other legal documents related to the administration of the zoning ordinance
7. Provide technical support and prepare applications for review to the City Planning Commission and Historic District Commission. Participate in deliberations of these commissions.
8. Provide recommendations regarding zoning appeals and technical support to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
9. Prepare applications as a special exception or variance for presentation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Check drawings for compliance. Request maps for location of structures and improvements. Research the history and legal status of cases.
10. Supervise any assigned staff.
11. Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND TRAITS
1. Zoning codes and ordinances
2. Long range, current, urban, and transportation planning theory and best practices
3. National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
4. Public speaking and public relations methods to persuade, negotiate, and mediate issues
5. Clear concise oral and written communication skills to prepare and present technical training, reports, and public speaking engagements
6. Interpretation of oral, written, mathematical, legal, statistical and regulatory information dealing with zoning ordinances, regulations and enforcement
7. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, officials, customers, vendors, contractors, regulatory and funding agencies and the general public
8. Management of multiple cases and the ability to meet strict deadlines
9. Familiarity with the Michigan Zoning Enabling Act (MZEA)
10. Familiarity with the Secretary of the Interior Standards for Rehabilitation
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
A. Bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, planning, urban development, architecture, engineering or related field, or
B. Equivalent combination of training and increasingly responsible professional and technical work experience in a Planning and Zoning or City/County Administrator’s office administering zoning ordinances, reviewing site plans and performing other relevant work which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
C. Zoning Administrator Certificate or related certification within one year of hire.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s Degree in planning or related field Experience in Historic Preservation planning Familiarity with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping software is highly desirable.
*Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job, may be substituted for evaluation at the discretion of city management.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Ability to travel to community meetings.
2. Ability to attend evening and weekend meetings and conferences.
3. Have a valid driver’s license and ready access to a motor vehicle
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
What: The City of Flint Zoning Coordinator functions as part of the Planning and Zoning Division which falls under the Department of Planning and Development for the City of Flint. The P&D Department is comprised of 4 divisions: Blight & Neighborhood Stabilization, Building & Safety Inspections, Community & Economic Development and Planning & Zoning. The position will perform a variety of tasks in support of the P&D Department.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Zoning Coordinator works under the guidance and direct supervision of the Planner III. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Management skills are required to provide oversight of contractors, Planner I, and planning interns.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential Duties are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. They are intended to be accurate summaries of what the job involves and what is required to perform it. Employees are responsible for all other duties as assigned.
1. Coordinate the application, review and enforcement of zoning ordinances. Involves: Conduct plan review of permit applications, plan review of planned projects and facilities for compliance with zoning ordinances. Manage and coordinate zoning plan reviews along with supporting field inspection and enforcement efforts. Provide technical training and support to Department employees. Provide technical support and code interpretation to architects, engineers, contractors, developers, City departments, Mayor, City Administrator, City Council and the general public.
2. Coordinate zoning ordinance requirements with fire department, the county health department and state agencies.
3. Oversee administrative support and development. Engage with developers, businesses, business leaders, attorneys, real estate agents, brokers, concerned citizens, community groups or associations, and politicians regarding application of zoning ordinances to specific existing or planned projects or facilities.
4. Research and investigate proposed projects and facilities. Prepare zoning certificates, compliance notices, use permits, or reports.
5. Review and analyze existing codes; make recommendations on and facilitate implementation of new codes.
6. Prepare resolutions and other legal documents related to the administration of the zoning ordinance
7. Provide technical support and prepare applications for review to the City Planning Commission and Historic District Commission. Participate in deliberations of these commissions.
8. Provide recommendations regarding zoning appeals and technical support to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
9. Prepare applications as a special exception or variance for presentation to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Check drawings for compliance. Request maps for location of structures and improvements. Research the history and legal status of cases.
10. Supervise any assigned staff.
11. Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND TRAITS
1. Zoning codes and ordinances
2. Long range, current, urban, and transportation planning theory and best practices
3. National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
4. Public speaking and public relations methods to persuade, negotiate, and mediate issues
5. Clear concise oral and written communication skills to prepare and present technical training, reports, and public speaking engagements
6. Interpretation of oral, written, mathematical, legal, statistical and regulatory information dealing with zoning ordinances, regulations and enforcement
7. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, officials, customers, vendors, contractors, regulatory and funding agencies and the general public
8. Management of multiple cases and the ability to meet strict deadlines
9. Familiarity with the Michigan Zoning Enabling Act (MZEA)
10. Familiarity with the Secretary of the Interior Standards for Rehabilitation
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
A. Bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, planning, urban development, architecture, engineering or related field, or
B. Equivalent combination of training and increasingly responsible professional and technical work experience in a Planning and Zoning or City/County Administrator’s office administering zoning ordinances, reviewing site plans and performing other relevant work which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
C. Zoning Administrator Certificate or related certification within one year of hire.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s Degree in planning or related field Experience in Historic Preservation planning Familiarity with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping software is highly desirable.
*Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job, may be substituted for evaluation at the discretion of city management.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Ability to travel to community meetings.
2. Ability to attend evening and weekend meetings and conferences.
3. Have a valid driver’s license and ready access to a motor vehicle
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
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