Program Coordinator - Harold Washington College

Who: Harold Washington College

What: The Program Coordinator (PC) is the heart of OMD’s Scholar Support Model, responsible for effectively managing a caseload of around 60 community college Scholars and ensuring their successful persistence and completion in college and the OMD Program, as well as a successful transition to a bachelor’s program or career.

Responsibilities: 

Implement OMD’s high-touch Scholar support model with fidelity to ensure Scholar academic, personal, and professional goals are being met and that Scholars are on-track to graduate within three years

Build rapport with Scholars and continuously engage and hold them accountable to OMD program expectations and requirements

• Serve as a thought partner to assist Scholars in exploring solutions to problems and ensuring persistence in the face of obstacles that could derail progress toward goals

Promote scholar registration and attendance at relevant OMD and partner college programming.

Build relationships with campus stakeholders by attending campus programming and regularly meeting with student services staff, in order to leverage and strengthen Scholars’ networks of support

Maintain awareness of the type and availability of college and community resources and efficiently connect Scholars to the appropriate services

Coordinate with other OMD stakeholders, such as coach volunteers and tutors, ensuring that Scholars follow-up with these resources

Maintain awareness and understanding of OMD’s partner collaborations (e.g. Chicago Housing Authority Partners in Education PLUS)

• Use Salesforce database to maintain accurate and timely data on Scholar interactions, grades and program participation to identify patterns in the scholar population and program performance
• Gather and track Scholar deliverables such as student service usage, FAFSA and resume completion, 4-year college or job applications, and setting SMART goals
• PCs are held to metrics including attempted and successful interactions with Scholars and other required deliverables
  
• Plan and execute monthly Scholar development sessions, Scholar orientation, and other scholar development events in collaboration with OMD staff and campus partners.
• Implement high quality, engaging programming aimed at building Scholar community and reinforcing growth mindset and non-cognitive skills
• Represent OMD at schools, community organizations, and scholarship fairs

Facilitate information sessions for prospective Scholars as well as provisional admission meetings and workshops

Collaborate with the Manager of Scholar Recruitment to support recruitment targets and application processing

Qualifications:

2+ years (or equivalent) work experience, preferably in education or human services

Experience having direct accountability for the achievements/outcomes of a group of individuals (caseload management experience is a plus)

Service fellowship experience such as AmeriCorps is a plus

Project Management – Proven success in a project leader role with multiple stakeholders

Communication – Strong verbal and written communication skills; proven ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences, especially adults and older youth

Data – Ability to make data-driven decisions

Commitment – Able to commit 2 years to the PC position

Builder/entrepreneur – Enjoys building new things in a fast-paced environment; evidence of success in the face of ambiguity

Independent operator – Proven results delivery without direct supervision. Able to make day-to-day decisions that affect others and solve problems on-the-fly

Empathy – Evidence of trust-based relationships with individuals of differing backgrounds.

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Community Schools Initiative (CSI) External Partnerships Coach - Chicago Public Schools

Who: Chicago Public Schools

What: The Community Schools Initiative (CSI) External Partnerships Coach in the Office of College and Career Success (OCCS) assists with the administration of CPS Community Schools funded through 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) grants held by external organizations. This individual will report to the Manager of the Community Schools Initiative (CSI) in the Office of Student Support and Engagement within OCCS.

Responsibilities:

• Serves as Chicago Public Schools centralized liaison to community-based organizations awarded 21st CCLC funding to implement the Community Schools model. Proactively manages relationships between CPS schools, CPS Central Office Departments, and partner organizations to support the needs of schools to maximize positive impact on students, families, and the community.
• Leads professional development activities and technical assistance to participating CPS schools and 21st CCLC grantees to implement national best practices for Community Schooling which includes the use of the CSI Needs Assessment Toolkit and the CSI Self-Assessment Rubrics.
• Supports CPS schools and partner organizations in the development of CSI Service and Sustainability Plans, documents that articulate the goals and priorities for each Community School and ensures fiscal responsibility and strong program implementation.
• Reviews, approves, and monitors CSI Service Plans and school-level data entry of all CSI activities and generates regular budget spend and program outcome reports leveraging centralized CPS data systems (i. e., Cityspan and IMPACT).
• Collects, analyzes, and distributes all data required for annual reports to the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) for every CPS school receiving CSI grant funding held by external organizations.
• Performs regular school visits to Community Schools and leverages CSI observation tools during program hours to assess program offerings and delivery to assess program implementation and delivery of services.
• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications:

• B. A. required
• Masters preferred

• Minimum of three (3) to five (5 ) years of relevant work experience
• Familiarity with non-profit organizations and school-community partnerships required
• Experience in grants and program management is highly preferred
• Strong analytical skills with demonstrated research, data analysis, and evaluation experience
• Experience with CPS Cityspan and Student Information Systems, as well as IMPACT, Dashboard, and other CPS data systems highly preferred

• Proven project management capabilities including the ability to establish long-term vision and goals, and the ability to align and implement activities toward execution of identified goals.
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, both independently, and as a member of a collaborative team.
• Proven ability to analyze quantitative and qualitative data to inform strategy and program quality and improvement.
• Strong service and support orientation towards schools and school communities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences. Exceptional verbal and written skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in the midst of new and shifting programs and priorities with a "can-do," solutions-oriented approach to learning and problem-solving.
• Excellent organization and time management skills with impeccable attention to detail.
• Budget management experience and knowledge of basic budget functions.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision outside of a formalized, central office setting.

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Project Planner - Friends of the Chicago River

Who: Friends of the Chicago River

What: A key member of the policy and planning team, the project planner plays a central role in supporting planning initiatives and programs that lead to systematic improvement of the Chicago River system and that meet Friends’ vision for the Chicago River system. The project planner works with the policy and planning team in responding to emerging and ongoing issues facing the river system and surrounding watershed communities. The project planner will help drive creative thinking and innovation to expand recognition of Friends as a thought-leader in future-focused watershed advocacy.

Responsibilities:

• With the oversight of the director of planning, manages the creation of the Strategic Watershed Land Use Plan project with input from a steering committee of partner organizations.

• Supports the Chicago River Watershed Council, Wildlife Corridor Connectivity Action Plan, River Recovery and Conservation Plan, and other core planning and policy projects.

• Provides input and creativity into these projects drawn on past experiences with watershed and/or environmental planning, analysis, and mapping.

• Uses GIS mapping analysis, Story Maps, and other data visualization and analysis tools to support policy and planning projects.

• Assists in producing written planning reports, documents, maps, diagrams, presentations, and outreach materials.

• Assists in meeting management, preparations, and facilitation.

• Helps maintain applicable communications materials related to planning work.

• Participates in Friends’ annual all-staff events

Qualifications:

• A degree in urban planning, geography, public administration, environmental planning or related field.

• Proficiency with ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, and ArcGIS Online software and online tools.

• Work samples of related GIS tool creation or analysis projects.

• A minimum of 3 years of professional experience directly related to this position, with additional professional experience preferred.

• Experience with graphic and document production techniques using Adobe software.

• Direct experience with water related planning, green infrastructure projects, watershed planning, and/or policy is desired.

• Knowledge of and an enthusiasm for the Chicago area waterways and natural areas is desired.

• Ability to use past experience, research, and innovation to advance projects.

• Excellent communication skills and desire to work both independently and as part of collaborative team.

• Experience managing a work plan and prioritizing tasks to meet program and organizational goals.

• Ability to serve with alacrity.

Apply here. Application instructions at bottom of document.

Mathematica - Human Services Analyst, Research

Who: Mathematica

What: Mathematica is looking for analysts to join their team in the Human Services unit. Analysts are part of the professional staff that includes researchers from the fields of public policy, economics, and other social sciences, learning and improvement partners, strategy advisers, product innovators, and data scientists. They work on projects across domestic policy areas, which include family support, education, child development, labor, economic mobility, nutrition, criminal justice, and related topics.

Responsibilities:

• Engaging with diverse clients and stakeholders to build trust and rapport, gather input, provide high-quality work, thoughtful recommendations, and responsive communication
• Translating research knowledge and experience into actionable, relevant information to support decision making and strategy development
• Developing products, such as (1) memoranda and executive summaries of key findings, recommendations for improvement, and practice-focused lessons learned; (2) practitioner-focused documents, including implementation guidance, training curricula, and strategic planning tools; (3) case study and lessons learned briefs; and (4) evaluation findings or portfolio performance reports. This may include developing data visualizations to enhance the accessibility of findings.
• Contributing to the oversight of projects, including financial monitoring and participating in internal project management and quality assurance procedures
• Improve early childhood education outcomes by assessing the implementation, cost, and quality of programs like Head Start and Early Head Start
• Improve child welfare outcomes for children and families through predictive analytics
• Strengthen the engagement of fathers and paternal relatives by evaluating family support programs and strategies
• Turnaround low-performing schools by evaluating teacher training and professional development, literacy and STEM curriculum, and school improvement programs
• Help program administrators and policymakers make decisions by cleaning, organizing, analyzing, and presenting large amounts of data

Position Requirements:

• Understanding of measurement and evaluation; ability to adapt methods to stakeholders’ capacities and needs
• Ability to identify and collect data, and perform quantitative and qualitative data analysis
• Ability to use evidence to inform decision making or make concrete recommendations
• Ability to identify and integrate equity strategies to in research and evaluation design, co-creation, and reporting
• Strong interpersonal skills, including ability to deal tactfully with clients and stakeholders, engage with diverse partners, and facilitate joint problem solving
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including for non-technical audiences
• Prior experience working with/in federal, state, or local agencies with marginalized communities is preferred
• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred in a relevant field
• Willingness to travel domestically, up to 25% time, as needed (travel is not occurring during the public health crisis)

Where: Chicago, IL; Princeton, NJ; Washington, DC; Oakland, CA; Ann Arbor, MI; Seattle, WA

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Peter's Fellowship - Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP)

Who: Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP)

What: As one of the only fellowships of its kind across the country, the Peters Fellowship provides a graduate student with a paid work and enrichment experience in one of the nation's largest metropolitan areas at a major regional planning agency – the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning.

Qualifications:

• Enrollment in a Master’s degree graduate program in urban and regional planning; public policy and administration; environmental science, planning or engineering or a related field.
• Priority will be given to those students midway through their graduate program. Interest in a career in regional planning.
• Recommendation by a faculty member in the students Master’s degree graduate program.
• See more here.

Apply here. Application deadline is February 19, 2021.

Associate Research Analyst/Programmer - Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP)

Who: Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP)

What: The position is a Research Analyst/Programmer position at the associate level with advanced skills in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), scripting, and computational analysis related to large urban datasets.

Qualifications: 

Required: A Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Geography, GIS, Geoinformatics, Data Science, Statistics, or a related discipline; exposure to and experience with data collection, large urban datasets, research, and quantitative analysis, through coursework, internships and/or professional experience; a minimum of four years of professional experience.

Preferred: A Master’s degree in Planning, Geography, GIS, Data Science, Statistics, or a related discipline; a minimum of two years of professional experience.

• Adequate ability to perform mapping and analytical tasks using Esri ArcGIS, QGIS, or comparable software package.
• Adequate ability to perform data processing, analytical tasks, or and data visualization using Python, R, SQL, and/or other scripting tools.
• Ability to prepare technical information and to effectively communicate that information clearly to external and internal audiences orally, in writing, and in presentations.
• Adequate skills in principles of research, data collection and analysis. 
• Adequate ability to analyze and systematically compile technical information and to prepare technical reports.
• Adequate skills in working with large urban datasets, development of innovative GIS analytical solutions and custom tools. 
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to moderate to complex projects and work as part of a team is required.
• General understanding of environmental, social, land use, and transportation considerations in urban planning.
• Ability to work with limited supervision but also in a team setting.
• Ability to evaluate and streamline workflows.
• Ability to support the professional development of junior staff, specifically in learning how to use advanced scripting tools to produce and automate production of maps and other business intelligence.
• Proficiency in business technology, including communication and collaboration tools used in remote work environment (Teams, Zoom, etc.)
• Programming languages: Python, R, SQL
• Specific computer software: ArcGIS (Desktop and Pro)
• Additional software packages or programming languages: SAS, JavaScript/HTML/CSS

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Completes assigned tasks and projects; and manages workload and schedule to achieve desired outcomes and meet required deadlines, with limited supervision.
• Effectively communicates with supervisors.
• Establishes and maintains positive relations with coworkers, and when applicable with external partners, stakeholders, and communities.
• Attends internal department meetings and internal and external committee meetings, outreach events, and workshops as assigned.
• Participates in project teams, helping to achieve desired outcomes; eventually serving as Project Manager with oversight of project team members.
• Conducts moderate to advanced analyses and investigations and prepares reports, maps and graphics to effectively convey the findings.
• Conducts moderate to advanced processing tasks with large urban datasets, develops innovative GIS scripting and analytical solutions, and performs other complex research and data analysis work to inform internal and external decisions.
• Conducts advanced work to automate the production of data tables, maps, graphs, and other business intelligence products.
• Conducts advanced mapping and analysis tasks using Esri ArcGIS software.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Program Associate, Thriving Communities - Smart Growth America (Remote/DC)

Who: Smart Growth America 

What: SGA seeks a dynamic and passionate individual to support the Thriving Communities Team. The Thriving Communities Team weaves together complementary disciplines to partner with diverse local leaders to create healthy places where people can prosper. Thriving Communities leverages SGA’s multidisciplinary skill sets and experiences to partner with communities of all sizes throughout the country through comprehensive, on-the-ground technical assistance. Their programming spans transportation, economic development, fiscal health, land use, racial equity, arts and culture, public health, resilience, community design, and Complete Streets. Through their work, they serve as a portal to connect communities to each other and to programs across Smart Growth America.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have a minimum of a four-year college degree and 1-2 years of related experience. Higher educational attainment a plus. They will also have a strong commitment to their north star: a country where no matter where you live, or who you are, you can enjoy living in a place that is healthy, prosperous, and resilient.

Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Research and writing: contributes research and content to the Coalition’s signature reports, such as Dangerous by Design and the Complete Streets Model Policy Report; drafts blog posts and newsletters; assists with the writing and editing of grant proposals; and helps to manage the National Complete Streets social media accounts.
• Advocacy: prepares context to promote advocacy efforts on social media and through SGA blogs and prepares educational materials for the Coalition and Thriving Community Team’s advocacy work.
• Workshop management: Manages the logistics for technical assistance projects or workshops. This involves managing the schedule, coordinating with the technical assistance instructors, overseeing the invoicing, and collaborating with the client on setting the dates, venue, and other logistics for any workshops.
• Project Management: supports senior staff in project management, helping with scheduling, event logistics, invoicing, presentations, and tracking. 
• Technical assistance: Supports the development of tools to support technical assistance efforts such as building presentations, developing worksheets, creating informational documents, and other resources as needed on an interdisciplinary basis for activities across the Thriving Communities Team. 
• Event management: manages the implementation of the Coalition’s events and meetings, such as the Annual Dinner and Steering Committee meetings.
• Serves as an ambassador for the Thriving Communities Team and Smart Growth America.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Apply: Please send a cover letter and resume to eschweninger@smartgrowthamerica.org with “Thriving Communities Program Associate” in the subject line.  In the cover letter, please indicate how you learned of this opportunity.

Principle Planner - City of Mandan, North Dakota

Who: City of Mandan, North Dakota

What:

Salary: $63,752 to $97,973/year (DOE)

Status: Full-time/Exempt

Department:  Engineering & Planning

Closing Date: February 21, 2021 at 11:59pm

*Applications without a resume will be disqualified.

1. DESCRIPTION OF WORK

• 1.1. General Statement of Duties: This position performs professional planning duties in support of the positive development of the City of Mandan. 
• 1.2. Supervision Received: Under direct supervision of the Planning and Engineering Director. 
• 1.3. Supervision Exercised: Position has authority to direct the Planning and Engineering Department Administrative Assistant. 

2. EXAMPLES OF WORK

• 2.1. Leading role in assisting applicants, coordinating, compiling and organizing presentation information for Planning and Zoning Commission meetings. Presents the information compiled and includes their recommendation for each item. Items include platting, zoning, annexations and related variance requests. Takes items to City Commission for consideration after Planning and Zoning.  
• 2.2. Acts as the city’s staff expert in Planning and Zoning related requests for information and advisement. Impart knowledge and opinion onto requestors of such information.    
• 2.3. Assists the Planning and Engineering Director to develop appropriate master-planning for all of the city’s infrastructure improvements, both new and existing. Participates in planning of city’s infrastructure expansion and reconstruction projects and other duties as assigned by the Planning and Engineering Director
• 2.4. Develops and recommends rule and policy changes related to all Planning and Zoning items. Constructs ordinances, resolutions, development agreements and other agreements as needed.  Traverses a political and complex environment with conflicting values and needs while striving to fulfill the adopted plans of the City.  
• 2.5. Engages in and acts as the main point of contact for planning studies, typically led by the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), as assigned by the Planning and Engineering Director.  Facilitates implementation of a variety of plans, including the Mandan Land Use and Transportation Plan, Downtown Subarea Study, and Fringe Area Road Master Plan.  
• 2.6. Performs, as required, clerical duties such as printing, compiling data, data input, photocopying, phone answering, scanning and filing.
• 2.7. Provides staff support to the Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of City Commissioners by reviewing applications, preparing reports and findings, and providing formal recommendation in written, oral, and presentation formats. Acts as City liaison for variety of committees and subcommittees surrounding land use, transportation, downtown revitalization, and general community health and wellbeing.   Provides input and direction to consultants working on a variety of plans and studies.  
• 2.8. Responsible for processing a variety of application types to include annexations, special use permits, preliminary and final plats, zoning map/text amendments, variances, and street vacations.  Creates, manages, and maintains the City’s land use maps including zoning, future land use, and subdivisions, and assists other departments including Assessors and Building with mapping as needed.  
• 2.9. Provides guidance to future applicants on application timing, additional submittals, and explanation of rules and regulations relevant to the respective future application, as needed.  Processes a variety of administrative land use permits for applicants and ensure compliance with regulations at the time of application.  
• 2.10. Performs other duties of a comparable level/type as required. 

3. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 3.1. Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Urban or Regional Planning. Social Geography, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or related field from an accredited college or university required. Master’s degree in Urban or Regional Planning or related field preferred.   

• 3.2. Experience: Experience working in a local government planning related field for a minimum of three years required. Experience working in a local government planning related field for a minimum of five years preferred.  AICP Certification is preferred, but not required.  

• 3.3. Required Knowledge and Abilities:
  • 3.3.1. Extensive knowledge of best practices of the planning process as it relates to land use and transportation.  
  • 3.3.2. Extensive knowledge of best practices surrounding conventional zoning.    
  • 3.3.3. Experience presenting at public hearings commissions and boards following the Robert’s Rules of Order. 
  • 3.3.4. Extensive ability to communicate clearly and accurately in written and oral formats.  Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
  • 3.3.5. Knowledge of computers and job related software programs including Microsoft standard suite and mapping programs such as Geographic Information System (GIS).
  • 3.3.6. Knowledge of standard construction permitting procedures and general construction practices.  
  • 3.3.7. Knowledge in mathematics, especially geometry, and ability to apply to problem solving. 
  • 3.3.8. Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and laws.
  • 3.3.9. General knowledge of survey methods, tools, and instruments.
  • 3.3.10. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
  • 3.3.11. Ability to communicate with co-workers, supervisor, general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to provide and/or receive work direction. 
  • 3.3.12. Valid North Dakota Driver’s license or ability to attain upon hire. 

• 3.4. Physical Demands/Work Environment: The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table. The incumbent distinguishes between shades of color. The work is typically performed in an office. 

• Applicants who are residents of North Dakota and eligible to claim veteran’s preference must include Form DD-214. Claims for disabled veteran’s preferences must also include Form DD-214 and a letter less than one year old from the Dept. of Veteran’s Affairs indicating disability; claims for preference as the eligible spouse of a disabled or deceased veteran must include Form DD-214, a marriage certificate, and a letter less than one year old from Dept. of Veteran’s Affairs indication disability, or the veteran’s death certificate.
• Applicants who may need additional job information or may require accommodation or assistance with the application or interview process should contact Human Resources at 701-667-3217.
• Applicants are subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks. 
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• The City of Mandan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Planner II - City of Chesapeake, VA

Who: City of Chesapeake, VA

What: Performs professional level municipal planning and project management work over a variety of subject areas. Must be versed in the principles and practices of local government planning. Seeks solutions to planning related problems and formulates recommendations within broad policy and organizational guidelines. Serves as project manager and takes the lead on collecting and analyzing data, performing research, analysis, and summarization of data to assist in the development of reports, plans, policies and programs. Responds to internal and external planning inquiries. Works both independently and with teams to implement projects; reports progress of major activities through periodic conferences and meetings. Performs complex analysis of development plans for consistency with adopted ordinances, plans, policy, and guidelines. May be called upon to coordinate and/or lead citizen engagement activities. Attendance at evening meetings is required. Must be able to simultaneously manage multiple projects. Must be able to work effectively with and provide exceptional customer service to city staff, members of the community, developers, and policy makers. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required. Must have excellent written skills. Must be able to develop and interpret data, charts, maps, and other graphics. Applicants are encouraged to highlight any particular experience they may have in urban design, community development, development review, socio economic / data analysis, or comprehensive planning.

Required Qualifications: Requires bachelor’s degree in planning or closely related field. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of two years of full-time equivalent experience. SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Depending on operational needs, may require a valid driver’s license and a driving record in compliance with the City’s Driving Standards. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Pay Range: $54,429 - $72,119 DOQ

Job Close Date: February 7, 2021

Apply here.

Visiting Senior Scientific Specialist - Illinois Sustainable Technology Center (Due soon)

Who: Illinois Sustainable Technology Center

What: The Illinois Sustainable Technology Center (ISTC) is part of the Prairie Research Institute (PRI) at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, which is centrally located between Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis. ISTC integrates applied research, technical assistance, and information services to advance efforts in the areas of pollution prevention; water and energy conservation; and materials recycling and beneficial reuse. Learn more at go.illinois.edu/PRIjobs.

The University of Illinois is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or veteran status. For more information, visit http://go.illinois.edu/EEO.

ISTC is seeking to hire a Visiting Senior Scientific Specialist, Coastal Studies to provide scientific, technical, and project management support for coastal management program (CMP) objectives to address coastal hazards and build community resilience, improve coastal habitats, and enhance sustainable economic development and coastal recreation. This position is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Help coastal communities improve their capacity to prepare for and manage coastal hazards including shoreline change and flooding Assist with planning, coordination, implementation, and facilitation of regional working groups.
• Translate scientific information for non-technical audience and develop communication tools such as visualizations (e.g., maps, videos), blogs, public presentations, and field trips that explain coastal processes and hazards.
• Develop resources for stakeholders that support more effective planning and decision-making. Partner with federal, state, and local agencies on Great Lakes or lake wide resilience efforts.
• Work with federal, state, and local agencies to improve coordination, understand funding opportunities, and determine strategies to improve coastal management.
• Assist in developing responses to federal, state, commercial, and foundation funding opportunities.
• Develop project scopes and work plans, ensure timely and effective project implementation. Prepare or assist with development and preparation of grant and contract reports.
• Monitor progress on project outcomes and deliverables.
• Prepare and present project reports.
• Assist and coordinate with staff on coastal geology and shoreline change monitoring and studies.
• Support new and ongoing projects to protect coastal habitat on public owned lands.
• Design, develop, and support mapping projects and products to improve spatial understanding of coastal areas.
• Provide communications expertise to build the CMP brand, share programmatic, partner, and grantee successes, and raise the profile of Illinois as a coastal tourism destination
• Perform project and content management to improve the CMP website or other topic specific sites.
• Build the program’s social media presence.
• Assist with monthly coastal newsletter.
• Develop other communication pieces for partners, articles, websites, and social media.
• Plan and attend trainings, workshops, professional meetings, and other opportunities to increase skills and knowledge.
• Work jointly with a number of varied constituencies while observing standards of professional conduct. 
• Communicate with people within and outside the Survey, representing the Survey to customers, the public, government, and other external sources.
• Contribute in the areas of education, outreach, and/or other service to the Survey, PRI, the University of Illinois, and the state of Illinois.
• Enhance the reputation of the Survey and PRI at the state, national, and international level.
• Keep abreast of developments in this discipline.
• Perform other duties as needed in order to further the mission and goals of the Survey, PRI, and the University of Illinois.
  

Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in marine or coastal science or management, coastal geology, environmental sciences such as biology, management, policy or related discipline. Alternate degree fields will be accepted/considered based upon the nature and depth of the experience as it relates to this position. At least two years’ experience working in the field of coastal or Great Lakes management, policy, or related field with bachelor’s degree. Experience writing or preparing clear and understandable scientific or technical reports, proposals, public communication pieces, and giving oral presentations. Complex project and partnership management experience. Must have an understanding of Lake Michigan or Great Lakes ecological systems, coastal and great lakes environmental policies or regulatory framework. Complex problem solving and decision-making skills. Ability to organize and execute complex projects and meet deadlines. Effective communication, personal relations, collaboration, organizational, teamwork, and leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to perform effectively in a diverse and fast-paced work environment consisting of multiple and changing priorities with stringent deadlines, under minimal supervision. Attention to detail, sound judgment, and strong conflict resolution skills. Proficiency in commonly-employed software and databases. This position will involve traveling to attend meetings and conduct environmental field work. Field work will include driving to and from research sites, some of which may under adverse conditions (heat, humidity, biting insects, etc.). Must be willing to travel overnight within and outside the state of Illinois. Position involves lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 35 pounds. Valid driver’s license and access to transportation.

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in marine or coastal science or management, coastal geology, environmental sciences such as biology, management, policy, or related discipline. Alternate degree fields will be accepted/considered based upon the nature and depth of the experience as it relates to this position. Experience using GIS software including GIS spatial and temporal analysis. Experience creating clear graphics for complex information and using social media for strategic communication needs. Experience with stakeholder engagement, broad public outreach, and human dimensions or social science techniques.

This is a full-time, visiting academic professional, grant supported, 12-month position subject to the continued availability of funding and programmatic need. Position may become a regular, non-visiting position at a later date depending on funding and programmatic need. The starting date is negotiable and the salary is commensurate with experience.

Applications must be received by January 20, 2021. Applicants may be interviewed before the closing date; however, no hiring decision will be made until after this date. To apply, please visit https://jobs.illinois.edu/academic-job-board to complete an online profile and to upload 1) a cover letter that clearly articulates how your qualifications and experience make you a viable candidate for this position and should address the qualifications listed above, 2) a résumé/CV, and 3) the names and contact information (including e-mail addresses) of three professional (not personal) references. All requested information/documentation must be submitted for applications to be considered. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

For further information please contact Lori Walston-Vonderharr, Human Resources, Prairie Research Institute, at lwalston@illinois.edu or 217-244-2401.

The University of Illinois conducts criminal background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit Policy on Consideration of Sexual Misconduct in Prior Employment. As a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility

Investment Professional - State Farm

Who: State Farm

What: The State Farm Investment Department is a leading investment manager, entrusted with managing over $250 billion in support of the nation’s No.1 auto and home insurer. State Farm is a Fortune 50 company and is consistently recognized as a top employer in the United States.

Within the Investment Department, the Municipal Bond Team manages more than $60 billion in the debt securities of states, counties, cities, school districts, government managed utilities, institutions of higher education, transportation authorities, and other public entities. The team performs internal research on all investments, and interacts daily with the investment banking and brokerage community in the municipal market to acquire and sell bonds. State Farm’s municipal portfolios are managed by the team, and a research based focus remains the guiding principle in the investment philosophy and asset management process employed. 

The role will be primarily responsible for primary, secondary, and surveillance analysis and credit research in the municipal bond market. The candidate will have the opportunity to develop a long-term career and a broad range of skills in the areas of investment analysis, valuation and trading, and portfolio management of fixed income securities.

Qualifications

• Master of Public Policy or Master of Public Administration degree is preferred.
• Analytical, research-oriented, and self-motivated.  Some knowledge of state and local government finance and/or financial markets is preferred, but not required. 
• Ability to analyze governmental financial statements (GASB accounting standards).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a close-knit team environment. 
• Ability to function effectively in a deadline driven, fast-paced market environment requiring critical decision-making skills.
• A desire to develop and utilize a level of professional expertise beyond conventional norms.
• A record of achievement in personal, professional, and academic pursuits.
• Strong prioritization, time management, and organizational skills to meet deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.

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