KentuckianaWorks - Senior Data Analyst - Louisville, Kentucky

For more information and to apply please visit: Senior Data Analyst 

Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Analyzes data from internal and external sources
Helps design framework for data collection to effectively measure program outcomes and impact
Tells the story in the numbers in a way that is easy to understand, through written analysis, data visualizations, and public presentations

Workforce Initiatives Coordinator - Kentuckiana Works Foundation - Louisville, Kentucky

Workforce Initiatives Coordinator 

Salary: $23.15 Hourly 

Job Type: Regular Full-Time

Location: Louisville, KY

Closing date and time: Continuous 

Application: Workforce Initiatives Coordinator 

Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Plans, organizes and coordinates the activities of a grant program

Monitors grant activities, and controls expenditures

Collects and analyzes data and prepares report on projects, programs, and services

Examples of Duties

UNDER ADMINISTRATIVE SUPERVISION

Gathers and analyzes data and prepares monthly, quarterly and annual reports on program activities

Assists in planning, developing and implementing policies, procedures and programs

Builds meaningful connections and engage community members through dialogue and through consistent postings and messaging

Coordinates the implementation of workforce initiatives through informal relationships with community partners

Organizes meetings, including scheduling, sending reminders, and follow-up

Facilitates meetings and other engagement experiences to gather contributions from multiple stakeholders

Navigates complex conversations with organizational partners that advance equitable employment practice and workforce inclusion

Facilitates projects by discussing policies and procedures, budget, operations or issues and collaborates to find solutions

Performs basic project management functions such as monitoring processes and documenting issues and decisions

Assists in preparing proposals, reports, and documents

Assists with implementation and evaluation initiatives designed to advance workforce equity goals in KentuckianaWorks? strategic plan

Coordinates coalitions of various partner organizations and stakeholders to rally behind a common mission

Communicates organizational strategies to key audiences

Researches regional and national practices to inform initiatives responding to critical workforce development issues related to the region?s key industry sectors and select targeted populations

Performs related work

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree

Business

Communications

Education

English

Journalism

Public Administration

Social Science

Urban Studies

Related field

WORK EXPERIENCE

Three years of workforce development, talent development, or project management experience

EQUIVALENCY

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work

Professional Planner - Planning and Development Services (PDS) of Kenton County, KY

Associate/Principal Planner

Planning and Development Services (PDS) of Kenton County (KY)

Planning and Development Services of Kenton County (PDS) is seeking a professional planner to join its Planning and Zoning Administration team. Located in the heart of the Cincinnati metro region, PDS serves 160,000 residents that live, work, and play in a dynamic setting.

Our landscape ranges from rural agricultural areas to true urban development patterns and everything in between. We are neighbors of downtown Cincinnati and are a key part of an energetic region that features diverse arts, major league sports, multiple higher education institutions, and the natural beauty of hills and valleys of Kentucky’s outer Bluegrass region.

Our Planning and Zoning Administration team conducts long-grange planning projects including updates to the comprehensive plan as well as small area studies, land use plans, and redevelopment plans for local jurisdictions. It also provides staff support to the Kenton County Planning Commission in the review of zoning map amendments, text amendments, and development plans. This position will be primarily focused on long-range planning activities but will also include current-planning roles from time to time.

The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, outgoing, and a team player with both internal and external teams. Strong written, oral, and visual communication skills are essential. Commitments to public involvement and citizen engagement are a central focus of this role. Previous experience with long-range project management and GIS analysis are a plus.

PDS will consider candidates with a minimum of one year and up to three years of professional experience in planning or related fields. The starting position (associate or principal planner) as well as starting salary will depend on the qualifications of the selected candidate. A bachelor’s or master’s degree in planning or landscape architecture is required.

PDS provides an attractive benefits package and a modern, friendly, and collaborative work environment. All new hires are expected to achieve AICP certification or state licensure for a landscape architect within the first year of eligibility. 

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter by Friday, March 3rd. 

EOE/Smoke- and Drug-free Workplace.

Contact Information
Phone: 859.331.8980
Fax: 859.331.8987
E-mail Address: resume@pdskc.org

Postal Address 

PDS
Attn: Planner Search
2332 Royal Drive
Fort Mitchell, KY 41017-2008

Zoning & Development Specialist - City of Covington, KY

Zoning & Development Specialist

City of Covington, Kentucky

Professional Area: 

Land-Use Management and Code Enforcement

Experience: 

3-5 years

Contact person: 

Geoff Milz

Phone: 

8592922168

Email: 

gmilz@covingtonky.gov

Website: 

http://www.covingtonky.gov

Location: 

Covington, KY

SUMMARY

Administer zoning regulations as adopted by the City ofCovington, review proposed construction and development documents and issue zoning permits.  Responsible for staff support to Board of Adjustment.  Compile data from various sources, such as maps, reports, field and file investigations, for use in planning and economic development studies.  Assist public and city staff by answering questions and providing information related to zoning. Continually review and update zoning regulations as necessary and provide technical expertise related to planning initiatives and projects.  This position will report to the Economic Development Manager.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• At least three years of progressively responsible experience in planning or zoning administration; or the equivalent to a Graduate degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in planning, public administration or related design or construction discipline or a combination of the above stated work experience and education.
• Familiarity with the development process.
• AICP Certification is preferred but not required.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

• Knowledge of applicable City, State and Federal rules, regulations and ordinances that impact Land Use and the ability to appropriately interpret and apply them.
• Knowledge of general planning principles and concepts.
• Understands business implications of decisions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, contractors, other employees, city officials and other agencies both orally and in writing.
• Treats people with respect; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.
• Ability to address the challenges facing mature neighborhoods.
• Ability to work with residents from all economic, cultural and diverse backgrounds.
• Aptitude and ability to utilize computer resources required by the City including word processing, spreadsheets and data bases.
• Working knowledge of GIS mapping and database collection, management, and analysis techniques

CERTIFICATES, LISCENSESES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License
• Satisfaction of KRS 147A.027 training requirements
• Certification with the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification, or ability to achieve this certification within a specified amount of time.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESMay serve as lead on a project basis.

QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Assistant Professor, URBAN AND PUBLIC AFFAIRS, The University of Louisville - Louisville, KY

Assistant Professor, URBAN AND PUBLIC AFFAIRS

The Department of Urban and Public Affairs (UPA) at the University of Louisville invites applications for a tenure track appointment with a focus on Urban and Regional Planning. The position will begin August 1, 2016.  UPA offers three graduate degrees: Master of Urban Planning, Master of Public Administration, and a PhD in Urban and Public Affairs. This position will contribute primarily to the planning degree program, but faculty members participate in teaching, research and mentoring across all three degrees.

Qualifications for the position include: a Ph.D. in Urban Planning or related discipline, an emerging record of excellence in planning research; ability to teach in studio settings; AICP status (or the ability to obtain); experience in areas of planning and policy research in a collaborative academic setting; excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills; an aptitude for working collaboratively with state and local governments; practitioner experience in planning settings; and an ability to work with community organizations and planning constituencies. Teaching expectations would include such core courses as Planning Theory and History and Land Use Planning. An ability to contribute to an existing Masters in Sustainability and a proposed undergraduate degree in Sustainability will be advantageous.

The University of Louisville is a Carnegie "Very High Research" classified institution, and with the department's PhD program the expected teaching load is two classes per semester. Faculty in the Department of Urban and Public Affairs have a diverse range of viewpoints, disciplines, and research interests, creating a welcoming and stimulating academic environment. The University sports programs are nationally recognized for excellence, are annually competitive, and recently joined the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). The city of Louisville is an exciting urban center for food, music, and theater, with housing costs 20% below the national average.  Home of the Kentucky Derby, the Bourbon Trail, Louisville Slugger Museum, a park system designed by Frederick Law Olmstead, and one the country’s largest collection of historic Victorian architecture, the region is vibrant while offering an excellent quality of life.  

Review of applications will begin October 5, 2015 and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should apply via the University of Louisville Human Resources website at http://louisville.edu/jobs/ for job opening #32130.  Also send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, names and contact details for three potential references, to: Patty Sarley (plclea01@louisville.edu), Department of Urban and Public Affairs, University of Louisville, 426 W. Bloom Street, Louisville, KY 40208.  Questions about the position may be directed to search chair Professor Dave Simpson at dave.simpson@louisville.edu or 502-852-8019.

THE UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY. WE PARTICULARLY ENCOURAGE APPLICATIONS FROM MINORITIES.