Planner II - The City of Austin

Who: The City of Austin

What: The Planning and Zoning Department is seeking a Planner II, III, or Senior to work as part of a team to create Small Area Plans (corridors, centers, neighborhood, etc.). Duties, functions, and responsibilities include: Conduct background research and analysis; develop outreach strategies and techniques; develop meeting design and materials; conduct small group facilitation; synthesize public input; develop plan content: text, illustrations, photographs, charts, and graphs; give public presentations; present to boards and commissions; engage in other planning activities as needed to support implementation of the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan and attached small area plans.

The position involves complex problem-solving within a dynamic urban context; the ability to understand interrelated issues at a variety of different scales, the ability to collaborate across different levels of government and with different professions, and the ability to clearly communicate with people having different levels of education, understanding, and abilities through writing, conversations, and presentations.

For more information on this career opportunity with the City of Austin, Texas, and to apply online, visit www.austincityjobs.org and reference job requisition number: COA080217.

City Planner III, Department of Planning and Development - The City of Chicago, IL

City Planner III                   Department of Planning and Development          Bureau of Zoning and Land Use, Historic Preservation Division                    Number of Vacancies:  1                             Bid/Job Announcement  These positions are open to the general public and to all current city employees covered under the terms of the City's collective bargaining agreement with American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Council 31.                   IF YOU ARE A CURRENT CITY EMPLOYEE AND WANT TO EXERCISE YOUR CONTRACTUAL RIGHTS TO BID, YOU MUST APPLY ON THE BID ONLY SITE AT: www.cityofchicago.org/CAREERS            (Once the website opens, scroll down and click on the button titled “Bid Opportunities.”)         IN ADDITION, YOU MUST CHECK THE BOX ON THE CAREERS APPLICATION TITLED "ALREADY EMPLOYED BY THIS COMPANY", CORRECTLY ENTER YOUR EMPLOYEE ID, AND SELECT THE CORRECT BARGAINING UNIT.  YOU MUST USE THE EMPLOYEE NUMBER FOUND ON THE UPPER LEFT-HAND CORNER OF YOUR PAY CHECK STUB LABELED “PAYEE/EMPLOYEE NUMBER.”          (NO OTHER FORMAT OR SYSTEM CAN BE USED TO GET YOUR EMPLOYEE NUMBER).           FAILURE TO CHECK THE “ALREADY EMPLOYED BY THIS COMPANY” BOX, ENTER YOUR EMPLOYEE ID, AND SELECT THE CORRECT BARGAINING UNIT WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATION                             Under direction, the City Planner III will be a project manager for Chicago Landmark designations, including research and writing of designation reports, communicating with stakeholders, and guiding the designation project through legally-mandated steps with fixed timelines.  The City Planner III will also assist DPD staff in evaluation of historic properties; and fulfill section 106 duties as required of a Certified Local Government.                   Duties                    Project management of landmark designations, including: guiding the project through legally mandated steps with fixed timelines, communication with stakeholders, mailings, conducting public hearings.    Research topics in architectural history and City of Chicago history using archives, libraries and online sources.      Write about architecture and architectural history, including: building and area descriptions, historic types and styles of architecture, important architects and engineers, historic contexts and patterns of historic urban     development.    Write about broad aspects of history including: aspects of social, economic and cultural history; narration of historic events, historic biography.    Make presentations at both internal and public meetings, including to the Commission on Chicago Landmarks and City Council Committee.    Conduct surveys and evaluate historic districts or historic building types.    Evaluate physical integrity and alterations to buildings using knowledge of historic building materials, assemblies and methods of construction.    Represent the City of Chicago as a consulting party in Section 106 reviews in complex undertakings.  Perform routine Section 106 reviews where Programmatic Agreements are in place.    Respond to general inquiries from the public by phone and email.    Hire, train and supervise interns.                        THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE.                               Qualifications   Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Environmental Planning or a directly related field, supplemented by two years of planning experience.                             Disclaimer - "Accredited" means any nationally or regionally accredited college, university, or law school where the applicant is enrolled in or has completed an Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Juris Doctorate degree program.                             Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:                              Master’s degree in Architectural History, Public History, History, Historic Preservation or a directly related field          Work in Architectural History, Historic Preservation or Urban History or a directly related field               Proficiency with MS software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)                           NOTE:  To be considered for this position you must provide information about your educational background and your work experience.  You must include job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties.  (If you are a current City employee, Acting Up cannot be considered.)  If you fail to provide this information at the time you submit your application, it will be incomplete and you will not be considered for this position.  There are three ways to provide the information: 1) you may attach a resume; 2) you may paste a resume; or 3) you can complete the online resume fields.      This position requires applicants to complete an interview which will include a written exercise and/or a skills assessment test as part of the interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position, based on the oral and written parts of the interview will be selected.                           VETERANS PREFERENCE NOTE:  The City of Chicago offers Veterans Preference to both current, active military personnel AND military personnel who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received an honorable or general discharge.  Eligible candidates must have at least six months of active duty documented.  In order to receive the veterans preference, candidates need to indicate whether or not they are a veteran by answering “yes” or “no” to the question on the online application that asks, “Are you currently serving on active duty for at least six months in the Armed Forces of the United States OR have you served in the Armed Forces of the United States on active duty for at least six months and received an honorable or general discharge?”  In addition, you must attach documentation to verify your military service.  For veterans, you must attach a copy of your DD214 to your online application which includes character of service status OR a letter from the United States Veterans Administration on official stationary stating dates of service and character of service.  For active military personnel, you must attach a letter from your Commanding Officer on official stationary verifying your active duty, length of service, and character of service in the Armed Forces of the United States AND a copy of your military ID to your online application.  Failure to answer the question and attach the required documentation will result in you not being considered for the Veterans Preference.                             Education & Employment Verification - Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired you must provide, upon request, adequate information regarding your educational and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying. If you received your degree internationally, all international transcripts/diploma must be accompanied by a Foreign Credential Evaluation. If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired              If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation due to disability or pregnancy in order to participate in the application process, please contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources, at 312-744-4976 (voice) or 312-744-5035 (TTY).   Please be prepared to provide information in support of your reasonable accommodation request.  Evaluation:  Your initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application form and documents submitted with the application. Applications must be submitted by the individual applicant.  No second party applications will be accepted.               An employee must be an actual resident of the City of Chicago. Proof of residency will be required at the time of employment.                                                        ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.                                                                                                                                                           The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.                                                                                                                                                            City of Chicago                                                         Department of Human Resources                                                                                                                Rahm Emanuel, Mayor                                               Soo Choi, Commissioner                                  Job Posting : Nov 23, 2015, 12:01:00 AM |  Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External : Dec 7, 2015, 11:59:00 PM BU: 04 | Salary: $52,632.00  Pay Basis :Yearly

City Planner III/ Team Leader, East Shore Resilient Neighborhoods, NYC Department of City Planning - Staten Island, NY

City Planner III/ Team Leader – East Shore Resilient Neighborhoods

NYC Department of City Planning

August 22, 2014

Professional Area: 

Planning Management, Budgeting and Finance

Experience: 

3-5 years

Website: 

https://a127-jobs.nyc.gov/

Location: 

Staten Island, NY

City Planner III/ Team Leader – East Shore Resilient Neighborhoods

APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 5, 2014

Job Posting ID: 152671
Staten Island Borough office

The Department of City Planning is seeking a Team Leader for the Staten Island East Shore Resilient Neighborhoods Study to coordinate and guide the activities of a team of planning professionals and urban designers.

As part of the DCP’s recovery activities following Superstorm Sandy, and funded through federal Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funding, all five borough offices are conducting neighborhood planning studies for the communities that were affected by the storm and are at risk from future coastal flooding events. The scope of the storm’s impact on the borough’s neighborhoods and recovery challenges combined with the number of agencies and elected officials all working towards finding solutions provide a unique opportunity for a team leader to develop comprehensive long-term strategies to improve flood resilience in vulnerable Staten Island communities and craft models that can be shared and applied throughout the city. Success will require a public outreach effort that will result in community supported plans for neighborhoods where the impact of Superstorm Sandy is still felt and seen; strong coordination with experts within City Planning as well as City Hall and capital agencies to analyze and identify the infrastructure needs of these neighborhoods; and implementation of zoning changes to facilitate rebuilding and long-term resiliency. This is a high profile position and the Department is seeking a Team Leader to provide leadership, direction, high-level coordination and project management support for this study. The Team Leader will work closely with specialty divisions at the Department’s headquarters in Lower Manhattan, while maintaining a home base in the Staten Island office, which is located in St. George within walking distance of the Staten Island Ferry. The Team Leader should expect to divide his/her time between Manhattan and Staten Island as he/she develops relationships with both the local communities and city and agency leaders.
Due to federal requirements, this grant funded position is for two years and the goal is to provide results within that time frame. However it is anticipated that the work necessary to respond to the storm’s impact will continue beyond that timeframe.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under minimal supervision, with latitude for exercising independent judgment, the Team Leader will:
- Coordinate with DCP’s Waterfront and Open Space and Strategic Planning divisions, develop work programs, establish priorities and deadlines, and manage work assignments;
- Supervise the work of a small team in the implementation of studies and reports for the East Shore study;
- Act as a direct liaison with City Hall, local elected officials, community boards, civic groups, and other city, state, and federal agencies to develop new flood resilience policies and facilitate post- Sandy rebuilding;
- Represent the Department at meetings of civic, business and community groups, community boards, elected officials and public agencies;
- Develop and maintain a working knowledge of all on-going land use, transportation and zoning studies and community initiatives and studies within the team’s assigned study area;
- Organize and lead public meetings effectively and inclusively, in communities that are still facing post-storm challenges;
- Create and organize, or supervise the creation and organization of, graphic and written material on proposals, studies and other projects.
- Develop and maintain working knowledge of planning, urban design, and zoning; and
- Perform other related tasks.

QUALIFICATIONS:
- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four (4) years full-time paid experience in city planning/urban design. Graduate work leading to an advanced degree in city planning or related field may be substituted for up to two (2) years of experience on a year-for-year basis;
- Ability to work effectively in an office team structure to complete tasks, monitor the work program, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and to complete tasks in a timely fashion under minimal supervision;
- Proven experience in managing inter-agency and consultant teams including architects, planners, and other planning and design professionals on large, complex projects;
- Proven ability to coordinate, manage and monitor the work of staff, to complete tasks in a timely fashion with minimal supervision;
- Demonstrated leadership skills;
- Excellent presentation and written communication skills;
- Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to negotiate sensitive issues;
- Demonstrated initiative, ability to work independently and communicate ideas effectively;
- Experience in community coordination and outreach, including managing public meeting, advisory committees, and social media;
- Experience conducting studies, writing reports and technical memos; and
- Experience speaking publicly and making presentations.
- Familiarity with NYC Zoning Resolution, ULURP, CEQR, and/or FEMA guidelines is a plus.
CIVIL SERVICE TITLE: City Planner, Level III

SALARY RANGE: $71,000 to $75,000 commensurate with experience and a full NYC employee benefits package

APPOINTMENT PERIOD: Appointment limited to grant duration of two years

TO APPLY: ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED THROUGH THE CITY’S E-HIRE SYSTEM.
- Go to: https://a127-jobs.nyc.gov/
- Search for job id# 152671
- Click on the job business title: Staten Island Flood Resilience City Planner III
- Click on the “Apply Now” button at the bottom of the posting on eHire

Appointments are subject to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval.

The candidate selected for this position must be a resident of the City of New York or become a resident within three months of appointment.

THE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND A COPY OF THE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROGRAMS IS AVAILABLE IN THE PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT DIVISION. THE DEPARTMENT MAKES AVAILABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR DISABLED APPLICANTS.