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Engineering Technician (Engineering and Public Works) - Village of Schaumburg

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.  Interviews will be conducted as applications are received.  This position will remain open until filled. Job listing and further instructions are available online at http://www.schaumburg.com/

 

STARTING PAY RATE:  $27.39 - $30.63 per hour based on a 35-hour workweek.  Salary dependent on qualifications.  The salary range for this position is $27.39 - $40.33.  This position is represented by a union; you may refer to the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement available on our website. 

 

Please attach as part of your application all necessary documents verifying that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

 

JOB SUMMARY:

This position utilizes computer systems, including MicroStation, AutoCAD, Office 365 applications, Adobe PDF, Bluebeam, ArcGIS, and CityWorks for various applications; prepares engineering drawings and various exhibits; assists engineers in various project design applications;  maintains records of project site information and other department file management records; reviews and recommends utility permit requests for approval and issuance of permits; provides various services to other Village departments and agencies as necessary. Position requires self-discipline, accurate scheduling, spontaneous problem resolution, excellent verbal and written communication skills. Work performed impacts Village employees, residents, and business owners.

Economic Development Manager - Downtown Memphis Commission

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about helping downtown Memphis become a more inclusive and vibrant place? Are you interested in bringing historic buildings back to life, fighting blight, encouraging new development, and creating opportunities for more people to live, work, and enjoy downtown? Are you an analytically minded problem solver with an aptitude for data? If that sounds like you, the Downtown Memphis Commission (DMC) has an exciting opportunity to help build a downtown for everyone.

The Economic Development Manager will take a lead role in catalyzing downtown development and guiding key decisions with data and analysis. This position will be responsible for administering a wide range of incentives for downtown real estate development, including tax incentives, grants, and loans. The Economic Development Manager will also serve as the primary GIS and data analyst for the DMC’s Planning & Development team.

Read the full listing online here.

Senior Associate or Principal - Jarrett Walker + Associates

We are seeking a senior public transit planner and project manager. This person will lead interesting and consequential projects, help attract new business, and develop a public profile as a leader on transit issues. This person may become part of our senior management team and will have many opportunities to guide the firm’s direction.
If you are passionate about the power of public transit to improve communities; want to be part of shaping our growing firm’s culture and strategy; and are looking to challenge yourself professionally by managing important and complex projects, we would like to meet you.
Our firm is known for leading major bus network redesigns. In addition, we also work on long range transit plans; zero-emission bus fleet impacts on transit service plans; public-facing transit cartography; training and workshops for policymakers, agency staff, and advocates; and we provide a range of professional and policy advice. We are interested in expanding into adjacent fields within the larger frame of public transit, depending on the skills and interests of the person we hire. This is a great opportunity to take a leading role in a unique and innovative firm at a time when it’s growing and changing.
Read the full job listing and instructions for applying here.

Transit GIS Analyst/Planner - Jarrett Walker + Associates

JWA is seeking applicants with experience in planning, data analysis or cartography and a strong interest in public transit to work in either Arlington, VA, or Portland, OR.  

You must be close enough to commute to one of these offices on a regular basis. However, we continue to offer flexibility on which and how many days employees should be in the office, and most of our employees perform substantial parts of their work remotely.

The position offers the potential to develop a range of transit planning skills. As a small firm, we can promote staff in response to skill and achievement. Everyone pitches in at many different levels, and there are many opportunities to learn on the job.

Duties include a wide range of data analysis, mapping, graphic design and/or writing tasks associated with public transit planning.

Salary Range: $55,000 - $85,000 per year, plus benefits
Applications Due By: July 6, 2023
How to Apply: Please submit applications via email to hiring@jarrettwalker.com . On the subject line please write "Analyst/Planner position."
Read the full job listing here.

BikeForce Program Instructor - Equiticity Racial Equity Movement

Job Title: BikeForce Program Instructor 
Report To: Director of Programs 
Job Type: Full-time, Exempt, salaried with competitive benefits; funded by Cook County Grant Location: Chicago, focused on North Lawndale- 100% in-person 
Schedule: 9:30am - 6:00pm, with occasional evening and weekend responsibilities 
Total Compensation: $60,000 annual salary with competitive benefits 
Date Posted: 6/6/23 
Email Cover Letter and Resume To: careers@equiticity.org with CC to remel@equiticity.org 
Important submission instructions: Include in the email subject line: “BikeForce Program Instructor” 

Read the full job listing here.

BikeForce Project Director - Equiticity Racial Equity Movement

Job Title: BikeForce Project Director 
Report To: Director of Programs 
Job Type: Full-time, Exempt, salaried with competitive benefits; funded by Cook County Grant Location: Chicago, focused on North Lawndale- 100% in-person 
Schedule: 9:30am - 6:00pm, with occasional evening and weekend responsibilities 
Total Compensation: $70,000 annual salary with competitive benefits 
Date Posted: 6/6/23 
Email Cover Letter and Resume To: careers@equiticity.org with CC to remel@equiticity.org 
Important submission instructions: Include in the email subject line: “BikeForce Project Director” 

Read the full job listing here.

Director of Finance - Equiticity Racial Equity Movement

Job Title: Director of Finance 
Report To: President & CEO 
Job Type: Full-time, Exempt, salaried with competitive benefits 
Location: Chicago, with some remote work and some work in various US and global markets; Candidate must reside in Chicagoland area and occasionally report to on-site location (in person) 
Total Compensation: $75,000 to $90,000 annual salary with competitive benefits, based on experience Timeline: Position posted Tuesday, May 30, 2023; Position will stay open until filled by excellent candidate 
Email Cover Letter and Resume To: careers@equiticity.org 
Important submission instructions: Include in the email subject line: “Director of Finance” 

Read the full job listing here.

Senior Director of Development - Equiticity Racial Equity Movement

About the Opportunity
Equiticity seeks a dynamic, dedicated, and visionary individual to serve as the Senior Director of Development. This newly-created position will be responsible for envisioning, developing, executing, managing, and evaluating the organization's comprehensive fundraising and development strategy.
The Senior Director of Development will work collaboratively with the President & CEO and selected staff to cultivate communication and interaction with major donors and institutional supporters. Reporting to the President & CEO and being part of the collaborative Senior Leadership Team at Equiticity, this position will initially have support from one direct report and a Fundraising Council to leverage to meet Development goals. 
Salary Range: $100,000 to $115,000 annually
Learn more and apply here.

Customer Success Manager - Token Transit

Summary

As a Customer Success Manager, you own the entire lifecycle of our customers - from kickoff, to onboarding, to account reviews, and renewals. You are a creative problem solver who is committed to ensuring the success of our municipal partners. You’ll also be the first line of defense to customer inquiries (i.e. Zendesk tickets) and communication. With keen observational and communication skills, you relay the “voice of the customer” to the rest of the organization - distilling valuable insights on product feedback, customer challenges, and customer success stories.

Salary: $172K

Location: San Francisco, CA

Job Type: Full-time

Find out more and apply here.

Development Analyst I - Will County Land Use Department

Job Summary
The Development Analyst I position is an entry-level position that assists the Development Analyst II with implementation planning and associated challenging matters of interpretation, implementation, and enforcement of related ordinances and regulations. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to: assisting in the zoning application process; review of building permit applications and site plans for ordinance compliance; provides professional-level staff support to the Planning and Zoning Commission and Land Use and Development Committee; review application documents to ensure compliance with ordinances, regulations, adopted plans/policies to provide direction as needed; reviews, interprets and applies federal, state and local regulations as they relate to County ordinances; organizes and conducts meetings with applicants and the public for zoning applications and development proposals; creates maps, reports, visual presentations, site plans and renderings; communicates and collaborates with a variety of agencies, governmental departments, consultants and community organizations on zoning matters; monitors development and zoning activity; researches and reports on land use, zoning issue and trends; assists in planning projects within County jurisdiction including comprehensive and neighborhood plans, trail plans, etc. ; updates/maintains records, files and related zoning information including data layers for the County’s Geographic Information System.

Find out more and apply here.

Management Analyst (Economic Development) - Village of Schaumburg

STARTING SALARY RANGE:  $69,532.00 - $77,356.00 annually dependent on qualifications. The salary range for this position is $69,532.00 - $100,825.00.

 

Apply at http://www.schaumburg.com/ Please attach as part of your application all necessary documents verifying that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

 

JOB SUMMARY:

This position is assigned administrative and management work designed to provide professional support to the Director.  These assigned responsibilities will aid the department personnel in the development and ongoing administration of a variety of village programs and services, and in the management of related administrative functions as well as assist in the planning and/or execution of the administrative operations thus freeing top management for more in depth and specialized work.  This position will include a strong focus on assisting with economic development initiatives.

 

To be successful in this role candidates will need to effectively communicate to a full range of people, be able to work cooperatively and effectively with others, while prioritizing multiple projects with accuracy.  We are looking to add a team member motivated by success, someone capable of working towards achieving higher results and improved performance.

ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY AND RESILIENCE INITIATIVES PROGRAM MANAGER (DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY) - Offices Under the President, Cook County

Location: Cook County Administration 69 W. Washington

Job Posting: Jun 14, 2023 Closing: Jul 5, 2023

Full-Time

Posting Salary: $85,237-$112,699/yearly

Job Summary
Under the direction of the Director of the Department of Environment and Sustainability, manages environmental, sustainability, and climate resiliency initiatives in the developmentcoordinationand implementation of various strategic plans and projects. Coordinates all aspects of programs, projects, and special initiatives from initiation through completion. Manages new initiatives and resource/tool development including grant writing. Coordinates oversight and technical assistance to sub-recipients or assisted business, local governments and residents, and facilitates and participates in community-based planning processes. Participates in program design and assessment, data collection, and data analysis and submittal. Performs other duties as assigned. 
This is Actively Recruited and At Will.

 

This organization is hiring for two identical positions with separate funding sources. The full posting and application instructions for each can be found here and here. 

Facilities Division Manager (Engineering & Public Works) - Village of Schaumburg

STARTING SALARY RANGE:  $98,206.00 - $120,303.00 annually dependent on qualifications. The salary range for this position is $98,206.00 - $142,399.00.

 

Please attach as part of your application all necessary documents verifying that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

 

APPLY HERE


JOB SUMMARY:  

This position administers the Facilities Division, supervises the work of Facilities Maintenance Division personnel, and manages the implementation of a variety of capital and operational projects related to village facilities, performs technical review of engineering and architectural designs, manages professional consulting agreements to provide project design and construction services, and is responsible for reviewing plans to ensure compliance with village standards. Develops short and medium-range goals for the division and participates in making and implementing budget recommendations; supervises village contracts under their areas of responsibility; directs operations for compliance with regulatory agency rules, regulations, and safety requirements; supervises and trains Foremen; responds to emergency conditions.  Assumes responsibility for maximizing customer service; promotes the positive image and policies of the department.  Work requires considerable professional judgment and initiative within the framework of established regulations and policies.

 

To succeed in this role, applicants will need to effectively and clearly communicate to a full range of people and demonstrate self-awareness and time management.  We are looking to add a team member capable of managing and prioritizing multiple projects and tasks with thoroughness and accuracy and be able to work cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals.

Strategic Planner - Chicago Transit Authority

Summary

Under direction, supports the development of comprehensive transportation plans that serve as a guide for future transportation projects and development of long-term goals and strategic objectives for CTA. Works with other Planning staff and other departments/agencies as needed in the oversight and execution of planning and project activities pertaining to capital investments, bus and rail system improvements, transit-focused urban planning and public policy strategies, and transit-focused research regarding customer demographics, travel behavior, and preferences. Assists in all areas of Strategic Planning for the CTA.

Salary: $79,706

Find out more and apply here.

Neighbor Engagement Coordinator - Alderperson Andre Vasquez, 40th Ward, City of Chicago

Description: This position will assist with the neighborhood engagement initiatives that aim to increase community involvement in ward processes. They will streamline coordination and communication of events that the ward office hosts, and staff events that the ward office is invited to participate in. The role will also include processing constituent service requests. 

Find out more and apply here.

Community Engagement Director - Alderperson Andre Vasquez, 40th Ward, City of Chicago

Description: This position will engage and report on mutual aid and non profit efforts in the immigrant/refugee/asylee space to understand their operations, gaps and needs to ensure that their experiences are included to inform government agency improvements and larger policy creation. They will organize existing resources and create communication networks for knowledge exchange across efforts in this space. They will work alongside the Deputy Mayor of Immigration and Committee Policy Director to coordinate meetings and spearhead initiatives that aim to increase community involvement/engagement.


Find out more and apply here.

Chief of Staff - Alderperson Andre Vasquez, 40th Ward, City of Chicago

Description: This position leads the development and implementation of Alderperson Vasquez’s vision for the ward including constituent services strategies and community engagement (Participatory Budgeting, etc.). This individual will manage and direct activities of staff; coordinate activities of the Ward Office with committee offices, the public, and the media; maintain official records; and act as the office’s principal liaison. They are available to work frequent nights and weekends, maintain a flexible schedule for community events and report directly to Alderperson Vasquez.


Find out more and apply here.

Planner 1 - Peoria County Planning and Zoning

Summary
Land Use team member responsible for daily development issues of the department, specifically the implementation and enforcement of several County Ordinances. Includes preparation of staff reports to Zoning Board of Appeals, commercial permitting process, tract survey approval and processing of erosion control permits.
Experience level: Entry (0-1 year)
Specialty: Land Use and Development Regulations and Zoning
Salary Range: $21.80-$32.70
Apply here.

Code Enforcement Inspector (Community Development) - City of Schaumburg

JOB SUMMARY:

This position is considered a civil enforcement officer responsible for the effective enforcement of community maintenance standards, performing inspections and services necessary for effective enforcement in residential, commercial, and industrial properties and businesses as required under Village codes and ordinances.  Position requires self-discipline, accurate scheduling, spontaneous problem resolution, excellent verbal and written communication skills, provision of expert testimony in courts of law, and working autonomously.  Decisions made by the inspector have a significant impact on the economic conditions of businesses and property and livelihood of residents.  

 

Required to perform inspections and/or duties as designated, beyond the normal work day or work week including working Saturdays once every five weeks or as needed based on departmental need.  The ideal candidate will need to effectively communicate to a full range of people, be able to work cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals, and shift gears comfortably.  We are looking to add a team member capable of managing and prioritizing multiple projects with thoroughness and accuracy.  Proficiency in other languages is a plus. 


STARTING PAY RATE:  $30.41 - $34.00 per hour based on a 40-hour workweek.  Salary dependent on qualifications.  The salary range for this position is $30.41 - $44.75.  This position is represented by a union; you may refer to the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement available on our website.


Apply here.

Planner III - Land Use & Development SVCS (Planning and Development) - Memphis and Shelby County

Summary

Works under general supervision of the Deputy Administrator of the Land Use and Development Services department to manage land use and zoning applications of greatest complexity made to the Division of Planning and Development, and support section-level management.

Department: Planning and Development
Job Status: Full-Time
Rate of Pay: $4,553.58 Monthly Min - $7,342.58 Monthly Max
Status: Open
Find out more and apply here.

Associate, Legislative Aide - Committee on Pedestrian and Traffic Safety, Alderman Daniel La Spata

Summary

This role is written for an early career communications or administrative professional to be hired under the “Legislative Aide” job title within the City Council of the City of Chicago. This role will serve under Alderman Daniel La Spata, Chair of the Committee on Pedestrian and Traffic Safety, with the purpose of completing routine ordinances for passage with the relevant City Departments; completing pending passage letters for sign installation with Alders and relevant City Departments; supporting Committee functions at meetings, including managing public comment; and, maintaining Committee
communications, including any potential websites and social media accounts.

Average Salary: $65,000
Please submit your resume and a brief statement of interest to Iris Postma (irispostma@the1stward.com) and Nicholas Zettel (nicholaszettel@the1stward.com) by end of business, Monday, June 12, 2023.

Transportation Planner 1, Legislative Aide - Committee on Pedestrian and Traffic Safety, Alderman Daniel La Spata

Summary

This role is written for an early career urban planner, transportation planner, or mobility activist to be hired under the “Legislative Aide” job title within the City Council of the City of Chicago. This role will serve under Alderman Daniel La Spata, Chair of the Committee on Pedestrian and Traffic Safety, with the purpose of conducting independent planning analyses, community engagement, communications, Committee administrative support functions, Freedom of Information Act functions, and engagement with City Departments for the advancement of transportation and mobility
policy.

Average Salary: $75,000
Please submit your resume and a brief statement of interest to Iris Postma (irispostma@the1stward.com) and Nicholas Zettel (nicholaszettel@the1stward.com) by end of business, Monday, June 12, 2023.

Performance Analyst - Office of Inspector General, City of Chicago

Summary
Audit & Program Review (APR) conducts independent, objective analyses and evaluations of City programs and operations, issues public reports of findings, and makes recommendations to strengthen and improve the delivery of City services. Specifically, this section conducts independent and professional performance audits following generally accepted government auditing standards of the federal Government Accountability Office (The Yellow Book). The work of APR serves as a resource for the City Council, policymakers, civic and advocacy organizations, journalists, and the public.
Under the guidance of a Chief Performance Analyst, this position conducts performance audits to evaluate the efficiency, effectiveness, equity, economy, and integrity of City programs.
Find out more and follow the instructions for applying here.

Senior Planner - Village of Gurnee, IL Community Development Department

Summary:

The Village of Gurnee (Pop. 30,682) is seeking an experienced candidate, team-player, and motivated individual who is ready to join our team as a Senior Planner in the Community Development Department. The successful candidate will have an outstanding work ethic, positive attitude and be self-motivated. They must have strong organizational skills, the ability to work with a high degree of accuracy/attention to detail with multi-tasking skills. 

To apply please visit https://eservice.gurnee.il.us/ess/employmentopportunities/default.aspx

Economic Development Incentives Research Analyst - Good Jobs First

Summary

Good Jobs First, a non-profit research center in Washington, DC seeks a research analyst to collect, compile and analyze data on economic development subsidy programs, deals and costs across the United States.

We promote corporate and government accountability in economic development, tracking the use of economic development subsidies as well as corporate misconduct. Through our databases, especially Subsidy Tracker and Tax Break Tracker, we provide the public with company- and locality-specific data related to which companies are receiving economic development subsidies and how much revenue communities lose to tax abatements.

This position is ideal for someone who can work independently but is also energized by working collaboratively – our researchers regularly work on joint projects and co-author published pieces. Though this position is heavy on research, data and policy analysis and providing technical assistance, there are opportunities to lead trainings and research webinars, agitate for better accountability and disclosure, and cross-train on other aspects of our work.

The online job listing can be found here.

Planning and Zoning Coordinator, Community Development - Village of Itasca

Summary

The Village of Itasca is seeking qualified candidates to fill the full-time position of Planning and Zoning
Coordinator. Reporting to the Community Development Director, the Planning and Zoning Coordinator
is a mid-level, professional planning position, responsible for oversight of departmental operational
assignments associated with planning, land use, zoning, and economic development. The position
performs a variety of routine and complex administrative, technical, and professional work in the current and long-range planning programs of the Village related to the development, implementation, and enforcement of land use and related community plans and policies.

The employment application can be found on the Village’s website at itasca.com/jobs.aspx.