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.

Assistant Professor, The School of Public Policy, Georgia Institute of Technology - Atlanta, GA

The School of Public Policy is actively seeking applicants for a tenure-track assistant professor position at the Georgia Institute of Technology's campus in Atlanta, Georgia.  The position is in the fields of institutional and organizational analysis and policy process, with a focus related to one or more of the School's major emphases in science and technology policy, environmental and energy policy, information and communication policy, regional innovation, social and urban policy, or ethical inquiry in policy research and teaching.  Our work benefits from synergies with the Institute’s tradition of innovative interdisciplinary research, as well as the Institute’s world-class engineering curriculum.  Basic job duties will include teaching, research, and service activities for the school. 

Applicants should submit: 1) cover letter; 2) curriculum vitae; 3) up to three publications; 4) research and teaching statement, including concrete descriptions of future research plans and teaching interests; and 5) names and contact information of three academic references.  Please apply using the on-line application process at https://academicjobsonline.org.  Direct any questions by email to facsearch@pubpolicy.gatech.edu with “pubpol” in the subject line. Applications are due December 1, 2015.

The School of Public Policy has 30 faculty members and we instruct students in undergraduate, masters and Ph.D. programs.  See our webpage at http://spp.gatech.edu/ for more information. The Georgia Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, dedicated to recruiting a diverse faculty. We welcome all qualified applicants to apply, including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

Planner I, Alta Planning + Design - Atlanta, GA

Planner I 

Alta Planning + Design

Professional Area: 

Transportation Planning

Contact person: 

Rachel Tomey

L

ocation: 

Atlanta, GA

Planner I (Atlanta, GA)

PLANNER | LEVEL I

 Alta Planning + Design, Inc. is an international consulting firm with a mission to create active communities. We plan, design, and implement infrastructure and programs that improve community and individual health, safety, mobility, and livability, such as bicycle, pedestrian, trail, park, greenway, and roadway planning, design, and implementation, as well as outreach and education.

OVERVIEW 

This position is responsible for contributing to the production of high-quality materials, reports and other deliverables in support of project objectives.  In this role, you will support projects in Oregon and throughout the country with your skills in transportation planning, analysis, project management, graphic and written communication, and mapping. Projects may involve bicycle and pedestrian planning, safe routes to schools program evaluation, GIS analysis, illustrating design guidelines, and drafting public policy.  The challenges will include balancing multiple projects and a variety of roles simultaneously; the rewards will include being surrounded by people as passionate about active transportation as you are, and changing the world. The ideal teammate will bring a passion for active transportation, solid technical skills, an ability to learn, and an instinct for collaboration.

POSITION PRIORITIES 

A general understanding of the field of urban planning, the ability to collaborate across discipline boundaries to support the delivery of solutions which meet client expectations is required in order to successfully meet the requirements of this position.

The essential priorities of this exempt, salaried position are to:

•  Contribute to the production of high-quality plans, reports and analyses.
•  Participate in public outreach and other project deliverables.

RESPONSIBILITIES + TASKS 

Additional responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Participating in, and sometimes leading, field investigations and site analyses.
• Participating in, and sometimes leading, research activities in support of project planning deliverables. May include formatting documents and contributing to the development of presentation materials.
• Participating in, and sometimes leading, the development, editing and production of newsletters, final reports, memos and workshop materials.
• Collecting data and producing maps for field work, public input, client meetings and project display boards and reports.

REQUIREMENTS 

This position requires a combination of skills, experience and education including, but not limited to:

• Passion for active living and non-motorized transportation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Planning or a related field of study
• Three (3) years or more of experience in a consulting environment or public entity.
• Working knowledge of, and interest in, the field of active, non-motorized transportation
• Working knowledge of the planning process and GIS
• Ability to manage competing priorities and multiple simultaneous projects, if necessar
• Ability and willingness to travel
• Good interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Strong initiative and the ability to work independently with little supervision
• Exhibits accuracy, attention to detail and strong organizational skill
• Good understanding of MS Excel, Word, Adobe Creative Suite, ESRI ArcGIS, or similar products.

PREFERRED SKILLS + CERTIFICATIONS 

There are a number of additional skills, experience and education that would be beneficial to this position including, but not

limited to:

• Experience with Spatial Analyst, Network Analyst, or similar products.
• Working knowledge of US Census information with GIS.

REPORTING STRUCTURE 

Reports to: Planning Associate| Group Leader

Manages: None

RELEVANT TITLES 

Planner | GIS Analyst

DISCLAIMER 

This job description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of a Planner | Level I.

Additional duties or responsibilities may be assigned from time to time.

Please apply via the link below.  Submit your resume as well as a portfolio(or link to portfolio) to view your work.   No phone calls, please.

Transportation Planner/Project Manager, Midtown Alliance - Atlanta, GA

Transportation Planner/Project Manager

Midtown Alliance

Professional Area: 

Architecture

Landscape Architecture

Transportation Planning

Urban Design

Experience: 

3-5 years

Website: 

http://www.midtownatl.com

Location: 

Atlanta, GA

The Position

Midtown Alliance seeks a highly-motivated person to fill the Transportation Project Implementation Manager (TPIM) position for transportation and infrastructure projects.  The TPIM is responsible for all aspects of the strategic management of projects, including planning, tracking and reporting progress, budgets and funding, and collaborating with staff and stakeholders.  The position reports to the Director of Transportation & Sustainability. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Planning, implementation and project management of activities related to transportation, urban infrastructure, and civic spaces. Project management responsibilities include oversight and tracking project success ensuring implementation is on schedule and on budget; assisting with design overview and coordination with consultants on urban transportation projects; providing planning, implementation, overall project management for the development and maintenance of civic spaces, and selection and contracting with consultants as needed and approved. 

The TPIM will be expected to:

• Have exceptional project planning and implementation skills:pro-active planning and execution of all tasks necessary to carry out a project or program successfully and with a sense of urgency.

• This includes scoping, quality assurance, contract/vendor management and tracking, frequent stakeholder contact and follow-up, project and communication documentation necessary to help ensure project success, and supporting completion of any task being performed by others as needed.

• Create effective relationships with project partners:  working directly with a broad range of public and private sector partners to achieve project success.

• Pro-actively seize opportunities and overcome obstacles.

• Track and communicate relevant performance metrics, assessing progress against goals; identify appropriate metrics; collect before and after data; track progress in organizational dashboard to help communicate success to senior management and stakeholders. 

• Assist with grant and fundraising efforts, including identification of funding partners and appropriate grant opportunities; oversight of grant-writing process; tracking and advocating for funding as needed.

Qualifications and Experience

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of post-graduate experience in the fields of project management, engineering, architecture, construction management, transportation planning, landscape architecture or a related field.

Prior experience is also required developing and executing complex plans in the areas of transportation or capital projects.  Ideally, the candidate will have experience working with public and private partners to implement projects. 

The candidate must be self-motivated and results-oriented, with a demonstrable track record of achieving goals. 

The candidate will thrive in a small, fast-paced and dynamic office environment.

The key attributes for this position:

• A passion for the mission of Midtown Alliance;
• Ability to develop productive working relationships at all levels;
• Organized and detail oriented;
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills;
  • Flexible and willing to lead a variety of projects and assignments;
  • Ability to work as part of team and be a strong collaborator; and
  • A focus on outstanding execution

To Apply 

Please submit your cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to apply@MidtownAtl.com.  Only those applicants deemed qualified will be contacted.  No phone calls, please.  

Midtown Alliance will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, religion, creed, political affiliation, race, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin.

Principal Program Specialist, Atlanta Regional Commission - Atlanta, GA

Principal Program Specialist 

Atlanta Regional Commission

December 1, 2014 

Professional Area: 

Other topics not covered above

Experience: 

3-5 years

Location: 

Atlanta, GA

Mobility Management Coordinator - Principal Program Specialist

Aging & Health Resources Division - Center for Community Services

 PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:This position is a highly collaborative role within the division and the agency.  Responsible for analyzing the critical issues facing older and disabled adults as they access the region’s human services transportation system, identifying areas of need, prototyping innovations and integrating key lessons and findings into the region’s human services transportation planning and funding processes.  Current projects include the implementation of a One-click web-based software program to enhance access and choice for all non-drivers in the region, prototyping innovations in service delivery through a partnership with the Department of Human Services and DeKalb county, facilitating coordination and program of work with local mobility managers, supporting voucher programs, travel training and flex route programs.  This position is also charged with seeking new opportunities including grant opportunities, working with other transportation and planning professionals within ARC and the region to adopt best practices and inform future plans.  Performs other related duties as assigned.

 TRAINING & EXPERIENCE DESIRED(equivalent combination acceptable): Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Urban Planning or related field and three years of experience supervising activities, preferable in a public agency environment.  Master’s preferred. Individuals who apply should have not only subject matter expertise but experience with program development, project management, data analysis and outcome measurements. Knowledge of marketing, record-keeping, contract and budget administration, and regional transportation resources desirable; excellent time management skills; must have working knowledge of geographic information systems; must have experience with program and data analysis and outcome development and measurements; strong proficiency in standard office equipment, MS Office and related software applications.

 ANNUAL SALARY RANGE:$52,808 - $89,456 (no SS deduction except for Medicare portion-approx. 1.45% of salary)              

For more information please visit our website at www.atlantaregional.com

On-line applications only at:

http://www.atlantaregional.com/about-us/employment/arc-job-listings .

Internal candidates may apply directly to the Laurette Toles, in the Talent Management Division.

ARC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion or disability in employment or the provision of services

Assistant Professor of Transportation Planning, Georgia Tech - Atlanta, GA

Assistant Professor of Transportation Planning

Atlanta, Georgia

The School of City and Regional Planning (SCaRP) at Georgia Tech invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professorship with an expected start date of August 2015.  The successful candidate will show great promise to make significant contributions to the advancement of transportation/city and regional planning; will contribute to our teaching program in transportation planning and core curricular areas; and will become an active participant in Georgia Tech’s multiple University Transportation Centers funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation.  A doctoral degree in planning or a related field is required. Individuals with research interests in one or more topics related to energy and the environment, public health, connected vehicles and other disruptive technologies, GIS and spatial analysis, infrastructure resiliency, innovative applications of big data, and application of economic theories to urban phenomena, are especially encouraged to apply. The School envisions this position as expanding its portfolio of activities addressing global challenges and issues of social equity.

Applicants should email the following materials to Prof. Subhrajit Guhathakurta, Chair, Transportation Planning Search Committee,scarptranspsearch@t-square.gatech.edu, scanned in order into a single PDF:

1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Statement of teaching philosophy
4. Statement of research accomplishments and future research plans
5. Names and addresses (including email) of three academic/professional references.

Review of applications will begin 15 November 2014 and continue until the position is filled.

The School of City and Regional Planning is a global leader in fostering sustainable, resilient and just communities. Faculty include the current editors of the Journal of Planning Education and Research; the former chief planning officials of the City of Atlanta and the Georgia Regional Transportation Agency; three former presidents of the Association of Collegiate Schools of Planning; and six Fellows of the American Institute of Certified Planners. School research is augmented by the Center for Geographic Information Systems, the Center for Quality Growth and Regional Development, and the University Transportation Centers. Georgia Tech is one of the world’s premier research universities, consistently ranking among U.S. News & World Report’s top 10 public universities and the Times Higher Education’s world top 10 technology universities.

Atlanta is an unparalleled planning laboratory illustrating the many opportunities and challenges of planning for sustainable urban development.  One of America’s fastest growing metro areas, Atlanta is an increasingly diverse region with a growing international presence that has a rich history of pioneering social justice and community engagement.

The Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, Georgia, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, strongly committed to diversity within its community.  We welcome all qualified applicants, including minority group members, women, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.