Sr. Urban Planner IV (PM III) - Texas Community Watershed Partners (TCWP)

Houston (Clear Lake), TX • Full-time • Planning Team

Position will be open until filled. Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.

7 years of progressively responsible planning experience. This is a non-academic, professional

practitioner position.

Key words: long-range planning, hazards, flood mitigation, GIS, engagement, facilitation,

participatory planning, resilience, program design, program management

Job Location: Houston-Clear Lake, TX. Optional two-day remote.

Salary range: $92k-$113k.

TO APPLY

Please send a resume or CV, a cover letter, and a three-page writing sample to

crystal.lugo@ag.tamu.edu to apply.

Essential responsibilities, Knowledge/Skills/Abilities, and application process are available on

our website, CommunityCHARM.org

Texas A&M AgriLife is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

This Sr. Urban Planner (PM III) position will be a key member of TCWP’s community planning

team, and will work to sustain and further develop TCWP’s resiliency program.

Jr. Urban Planner (Resiliency Program Coordinator II) - Texas Community Watershed Partners (TCWP)

Houston (Clear Lake), TX • Full-time • Planning Team
Position will be open until filled. Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.
4 years of progressively responsible planning experience.
Key words: long-range planning, hazards, flood mitigation, GIS, engagement, facilitation,
participatory planning, resilience
Job Location: Houston-Clear Lake, TX. Optional two-day remote.
Salary range: $65,000-$83,400.

TO APPLY

Please send a resume or CV, a cover letter, and a three-page writing sample to
crystal.lugo@ag.tamu.edu to apply.

Essential responsibilities, Knowledge/Skills/Abilities, and application process are available on
our website, CommunityCHARM.org

Texas A&M AgriLife is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
This jr. urban planner (PC II) position will be a key member of TCWP’s community planning
team, and work to sustain and further develop TCWP’s resiliency program.

Hazard Mitigation Planner (FEMA), Michael Baker International

 DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International is seeking someone to join our team with experience in the National Flood Insurance Program, hazard mitigation and local community planning who can provide support for our Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) client.  This is an exciting opportunity to work with a national network of risk communications, community outreach, partnership building, hazard mitigation, and engineering experts to tackle multiple hazards.

 

Responsibilities include: 

• Providing planning technical assistance to drive engagement, integrate hazard mitigation into community growth decisions, and support plan implementation.
• Working closely with federal, state and local governments to promote the implementation of hazard mitigation actions that reduce vulnerability to flood and other natural hazards. 
• Writing and review hazard mitigation plans to determine mitigation planning technical assistance and training needs, as well as conduct activities that promote the implementation of mitigation actions.
• Conducting mitigation planning training (in person and via webinar) to state, tribal and local governments. Conduct presentations and support meetings involving external stakeholders.
• Providing planning and community engagement support in a variety of community meetings where multi-hazard mapping products and risk assessment tools are updated to accurately show multi-hazard risk based on existing and future development.  
• Collaborating with internal team members and clients to establish program vision, goals, and implementation strategies.
• Assisting with the development of scopes of work for projects, including project descriptions, budgets, and schedules.
• Providing input to National hazard mitigation projects in coordination with other Michael Baker staff.
• Providing support to special projects.
• Moderate travel required in non-pandemic situations. Michael Baker International follows all local public health precautions.

 

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Four-year degree in Planning, Engineering, Public Policy, Emergency Management, or related discipline. 
• 3+ years of related experience. 
• Experience with FEMA hazard mitigation programs, like the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) and other components of Risk MAP, FEMA's mapping program. 
• Experience with preparation of and/or review of FEMA Multi-Hazard Mitigation plans
• Experience building and sustaining partnerships.
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) or Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) desired but not mandatory.
• Experience with meeting planning and public presentation.
• Experience in hazard resiliency, climate change and floodplain management. 
• Knowledge of hazard mitigation actions that reduce flood risk in communities.
• Experience with grant management/development and benefit-cost analysis.
• Levee experience preferred.

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Disaster Services Planner – State of Illinois (Springfield)

Who: Illinois Emergency Management Agency

What: Under general direction of the Manager, Mitigation and Infrastructure Section, performs various mitigation, preparedness and/or recovery functions within the Bureau of Preparedness and Grant Administration. Provides planning, training and exercise assistance to State agencies and local government entities. Activities may be concentrated in a specialized mitigation, preparedness and/or recovery program. Travels to locations throughout the state.

Planner (Marion, IL)

Who: Greater Egypt Regional Planning and Development Commission - Marion, IL 62959

What: Under the general direction of the GIS and Environmental Planning Manager, performs assigned work in any one or more of the commission’s planning programs; assists local units of government in preparing grant applications, conducts research and prepares reports, attends local units of government meetings, provides technical assistance as requested. Responsibilities include:

Assistant Professor and an Associate/Full Professor, Florida Atlantic University - Boca Raton, FL

Assistant Professor and an Associate/Full Professor 

Florida Atlantic University - FAU

February 25, 2015 

Experience: 

1-3 years

Contact person: 

Human Resources

Phone: 

000-000-0000

Email: 

none@given.com

Website: 

http://www.Click2Apply.net/wjkwgz7

Location: 

FL

Florida Atlantic University’s School of Urban and Regional Planning is currently seeking an Assistant Professor and an Associate/Full Professor, Boca Raton, FL

FAU's School of Urban and Regional Planning is the only urban planning program in the South Florida region, which includes the cities of Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, and West Palm Beach, and is bounded by the Atlantic Ocean and the Florida Everglades. This unique position within one of the world's most vibrant living laboratories provides unparalleled opportunities for scholarship and community engagement. The two faculty members will work closely with the School's Center for Urban and Environmental Solutions, a nationally recognized applied research center that focuses on assisting state and local government to resolve planning, development, and sustainability issues. The School houses state-of-the art computer facilities and resources, including the Visual Planning Technology Lab and Design Production Studio. 

The School of Urban and Regional Planning offers a PAB-accredited Master's degree in Urban and Regional planning. The school also offers a Bachelor's degree in Urban and Regional Planning, as well as a Bachelor's degree in Urban Design, one of only two such programs in the United States. A doctoral program is currently in development. Florida Atlantic University is a Carnegie-designated research-intensive university serving 28,000 students. 

1. Assistant Professor position (position #: 991152):

The School of Urban and Regional Planning at Florida Atlantic University is seeking a tenure-track faculty member at the level of Assistant Professor with expertise in one or more of the following areas: environmental planning, hazards mitigation and preparedness, transportation planning, land use planning, and economic development and tourism planning. Expertise in other planning specializations will also be considered. The successful candidate will be expected to teach core courses in the School's graduate and upper-division undergraduate programs, as well as courses in his or her area(s) of specialization. 

A Ph.D. in Urban Planning or a closely related field is required by the time of appointment (August 2015). A strong and innovative research agenda, and a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and service is required. Proficiency in GIS and other planning-related software or web applications is preferred. AICP certification is preferred. 

2. Associate/Full Professor position (position #: 991696):

The School of Urban and Regional Planning at Florida Atlantic University is seeking a faculty member at the level of Associate/Full Professor with expertise in urban design, physical planning, or related areas. The successful candidate will be expected to teach core courses in the School's graduate and upper-division undergraduate programs, as well as courses in his or her area(s) of specialization. The Associate/Full Professor will also be expected to pursue external funding, participate in collaborative and interdisciplinary research, contribute to curriculum development, and coordinate the Bachelor of Urban Design program. 

A Ph.D. in Urban Design, Urban Planning, or a closely related field is required at the time of application. Six years of academic employment experience is required to justify appointment at the Associate Professor level. A strong and innovative research agenda, and a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and service is required. Expertise in planning-related software or web applications is preferred. AICP certification is preferred. 

Questions regarding both positions may be directed to Dr. Diana Mitsova at dmitsova@fau.edu.

All applicants must apply electronically to the position by April 1, 2015 on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://jobs.fau.edu, reference appropriate position number above) by completing the Faculty, Administrative, Managerial & Professional Position Application and submitting the related documents. In addition to completing the online application, please upload the following: a cover letter detailing professional experience and interests, curriculum vitae, and copies of official transcripts scanned into an electronic format, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references. 

A background check will be required for the candidate selected for this position. Florida Atlantic University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Institution. Individual with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. TTY/TDD 1-800-955-8771.

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