Strategic Researcher - Service Employees International Union - Midwest Region

Strategic Researcher - SEIU

SEIU Local 1 has been on the cutting edge of building power for low-wage workers in service industries and fighting in larger struggles for social justice on issues such as health care, immigration reform, and racial justice.

We are now hiring a Strategic Researcher to work on exciting campaigns across the Midwest, concentrating on campaigns in Chicago and Detroit. 

Apply Here: Strategic Researcher 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• The Strategic Researcher will perform a wide range of research assignments, including but not limited to in-depth corporate, industry, policy and economic research to support strategic organizing, collective bargaining or other union campaigns

• Assist in developing and implementing strategic campaigns working closely with variety of staff, including research, communications, organizing and administrative staff

• Perform other duties as needed

Job Requirements:

• Experience working on labor, community, political or similar organizing campaigns and demonstrated commitment to economic and social justice movements

• Strong analytic, written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills

• Familiarity with basic research skills, techniques and sources in areas including but not limited to corporate, financial, industry and policy research and strong data collection, analysis and reporting skills

• Computer proficient and familiar with a variety of software. Microsoft Excel proficiency required. Some database software experience is required.

• Ability to work under tight deadlines in a team-oriented environment.

• Willingness to work long, irregular hours and travel as required by campaigns; a car and a valid driver’s license are required.

Compensation:

• Salary is competitive and negotiable (based on the Staff Union Contract).

• Full benefits package including employer paid health insurance, a pension plan, paid vacation, car allowance as well as tuition reimbursement and other benefits.

To apply:  Interested candidates may submit a resume and cover letter with salary requirements.

Apply Here: Strategic Researcher 

Sr. Project Manager of Data Strategy - Heartland Alliance

Who: Heartland Alliance

What: The Senior Information and Data Strategist is responsible for supporting and managing all aspects of projects to establish and operationalize organizational information and data strategy, including administrative functions like supervision as well as serving as an agency spokesperson and active representative in internal and external contexts. Individual accountabilities and work volume will be established through the development of annual Success Objectives, within the framework outlined below.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Information and Data Planning and Outcomes Assessment

• Supports the development and implementation of data and information strategy across Heartland Alliance. This includes assessing what participant data is needed to advance organizational strategy, identifying gaps, and providing technical assistance to companies as they develop processes for addressing data gaps.
• Serves as evaluative consultant to guide company-wide, initiative-wide, and enterprise-wide strategic planning in relation to participant outcomes
• Works closely with Innovation Team to establish information and data strategy needed to support design, development, and delivery of innovative programs.
• Serves as leadership liaison between Alliance, IT, and company data/evaluation initiatives.
• Provides ongoing Technical Assistance and thought work to HA leadership to manage and implement data and culture change.

Data Infrastructure Strategy

• Collaboratively establishes enterprise’s business requirements for participant data, works closely with IT department to develop technological solutions (including, but not limited to, a data warehouse and data visualization software), and monitors their implementation.
• Works closely with IT and company data owners to develop work plans that implement organizational data strategy.
• Leads the development of organizational learning agendas based on our participant data and monitors their implementation.
• Conducts project management to advance data strategy work plans.
• Plays leadership role on Heartland Alliance data governance committee.

Capacity Building & Technical Assistance

• Assists company and HA leadership and quality improvement staff in translating information and data into actionable lessons, and assesses the effectiveness of data-informed decision-making. This includes supervising the analysis of, developing lessons learned from, and communicating progress towards key performance indicators of Heartland Alliance’s strategic plan.
• Facilitates processes with program staff to help them learn from their data, set data goals, and develop work plans.
• Provides trainings, feedback, and other support related to best practices in internal evaluation (including research methodologies) and data strategy and implementation.

Project Design & Management

• Serves as lead project manager on multiple projects.
• Develops and implements project work plans.
• Manages partner relationships, including communication with clients and other research stakeholders.
• Develops expertise in data analytics and infrastructure, implementation science, and issue areas applicable to projects.
• Develops data collection and analysis protocols for third party implementers.
• Trains data collection team, including third party implementers.
• Oversees/manages/supports data collection, data analysis, data reporting and communications.

Ethics & Equity Commitments

• Adheres to research ethics as outlined in Institutional Review Board protocols and agency policies.
• Carries out commitments to equity, inclusion, and diversity in research design and implementation by:
• Lifting up marginalized voices in sample selection and research design.
• Analyzing data with a racial and gender equity lens when possible.
• Being culturally responsive when designing evaluation and data collection techniques.
• Incorporating understandings of institutional racism, sexism, homophobia, and transphobia into conceptual frameworks governing research.

Qualifications:

• Education and/or Experience: Master's degree in Social Sciences, data science, or related field and three years of social science research experience, or BA plus five years of related experience. Experience should include
• supervisory responsibilities,
• data systems development and utilization,
• communication of research findings to diverse audiences, and
• experience working with people with lived experience of poverty and non-profit programs.

• Commitment to social justice and equity: Passionate about social justice, ending poverty, and advancing racial and gender equity.

• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

• Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.,) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

• Computer Skills: Proficiency in, R and/or SPSS, Microsoft Access, Excel, and Word required. Basic familiarity with in SQL programming and data architecture required. Experience in Tableau, Power BI, or other data visualization tools preferred. Proficiency in Internet Explorer, Outlook/Exchange; Windows operating systems; and other software routinely used by Heartland Alliance.

• Other Skills: Experience working with people who are very low income and people of different races and ethnicities.

Apply here.

Assistant - Delta Institute (due in one week)

Who: Delta Institute

What: Delta Institute Thriving Communities. Thriving Landscapes. Action and impact are core to Delta as we strive to create a Midwest and Great Lakes region with a healthy environment, robust economy, and vibrant communities. Delta creates programs that show how policies, ideas, and resources can be harnessed for a more sustainable and resilient region. We take a systems view on how businesses, communities, and government and are impacted by the environment and economy, and create comprehensive solutions that pull these pieces together. Delta is proud to have a multidisciplinary team, and we strive to attract a diversity of experience, skillsets, and perspectives to enable us to challenge assumptions and create new approaches to long-standing problems.

Functional Hive - Programs All Midwest communities and landscapes thrive through an integrated approach to environmental, economic, and social challenges. Our work is organized into distinct initiatives that move our mission forward, clearly define our work, and articulate impact. The programs functional hive strives to successfully address the challenges and creatively assist in sustainable solutions.

Policy Analysis and Research - Delta Institute (closes 10/12)

Who: Thriving Communities. Thriving Landscapes. With our new strategic plan completed and celebrating 20 years, Delta is looking for a person to help take our impact further. Action and impact are core to Delta as we strive to create a Midwest and Great Lakes region with a healthy environment, robust economy, and vibrant communities. Delta creates programs that show how policies, ideas, and resources can be harnessed for a more sustainable and resilient region. We take a systems view on how businesses, communities, and government and are impacted by the environment and economy, and create comprehensive solutions that pull these pieces together. Delta is proud to have a multidisciplinary team, and we strive to attract a diversity of experience, skillsets, and perspectives to enable us to challenge assumptions and create new approaches to long-standing problems.

What: Policy, Analysis and Research

 A Lead manages and provides leadership to a team delivering projects in multiple program areas, multiple administrative or organizational development functions or manages the day-to-day implementation of multiple programs for an affiliate of the Delta Institute. Leads are capable of key leadership roles representing the organization, developing new programs and obtaining funding and other resources for the work within their assigned responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Executive Director, Trailnet- St. Louis, MO

Executive Director

Trailnet

June 19, 2014

Professional Area: 

Transportation Planning

Experience: 

More than 10 years

Contact person: 

Angela Cobb

Phone: 

(314) 523-9426

Email: 

acobb@csi-mail.com

Website: 

http://www.csiapply.com

Location: 

Saint Louis, MO

For more than 25 years, Trailnet has brought our St. Louis community together to create positive change by encouraging healthy, active living.  Our mission is to foster healthy, active and vibrant communities where walking, bicycling and the use of public transit are a way of life.
We are a forerunner in leading policy change, transportation planning efforts, and programs to improve our community’s quality of life.  As a well-known and respected organization, Trailnet is often the first point of contact for the public and media when issues arise related to walking and biking.  This trust positions us to be the “eyes on the ground” and rapid response organization for the region.  Trailnet engages policymakers at all levels of the government--sharing best practices, evidence-based strategies and other support/resources.  Our Healthy, Active and Vibrant Communities Initiative, created in partnership with the Missouri Foundation for Health, is a nationally recognized model for promoting healthy, active living.
We are urban planners and public health geeks, avid bicyclists and staunch supporters of local business. We believe an environment’s design determines its use – that form leads to function.  We advocate for vibrant and connected places that invite entrepreneurship, community engagement and a higher quality of life.  Learn more about us at www.trailnet.org.
With a committed Board of Directors and talented staff, we are seeking a strategic and visionary Executive Director who will carry the organization forward in fulfilling its mission at the highest level of excellence, keeping Trailnet at the leading edge of making St. Louis a livable and walkable community.  Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director oversees three areas of focus:
1.    Resource Development:

• Fundraising –Being actively involved in the cultivation of major donors and identifying resource requirements is a major focus of the Executive Director’s position. The Director of Development will assist in efforts to foster the relationships necessary to pursue funding sources.
• Earned Income Opportunities --Develop and execute a business plan to pursue earned revenue opportunities through fee-for-service offerings.

2.    Management of the Organization:

• Executive Leadership– Partner with the Board of Directors to provide effective leadership, guidance and strategic direction for Trailnet.  Keep Board members fully informed and aligned with senior management.  Motivate a competent and dedicated senior management team.
• Financial Management– Prudently manage the organization’s resources and present a sustainable annual budget to the Board of Directors for approval.  Ensure the organization is in compliance with local, state and Federal regulations.
• Program Strategy& Effectiveness– Monitor evolving community needs and work with the Director of Programs in aligning services accordingly.  Set expectations on service quality and client outcomes.  Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments in the field. 
• Talent Management– Attract, develop and retain a high performing team of 20 employees.  Empower and support staff in their efforts to take on new responsibilities.  Lead an effective management team with appropriate provisions for succession.

3.    Advocacy and Public Policy:

• Community– Serve as the face of Trailnet, consistently and positively presenting the organization, its mission, and services to all stakeholders.  Develop, enhance, and maintain productive relationships with partnering agencies, corporate leaders, academic institutions, funders, media and communities.
• Public Policy & Advocacy– Partner with the Policy & Advocacy Manager to drive policy change that supports our mission. Develop and maintain productive relationships with policymakers (local, state and national) and collaborating organizations. 
• Communications– Oversee the highest quality marketing and communications services to ensure effective branding, messaging and media interaction. 

Qualified candidates must meet the following criteria:

• A minimum of 10 years of successful leadership/senior management experience, including non-profit leadership and/or prior experience working with non-profit boards.
• A track record of having developed and implemented growth strategies that have taken an organization to the next level.
• A Bachelor’s degree is required.  An advanced degree is desirable.
• Proven success in fund development, including knowledge of and/or success in soliciting individual, foundation and corporate grants. Prior experience working with local, state and national government funding is desirable.
• Familiarity with public policy and experience working with policymakers.
• Past success working with a Board of Directors and demonstrated ability to activate high level Board engagement/support. 
• A passion for Trailnet’s mission and the ability to convey our mission to various audiences with persuasive communication skills.
• Must be a creative, systems thinker with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the community.
• Experience working in a complex and diverse environment.
• Must be comfortable in taking risks, optimistically pursuing new opportunities, and involving others in the decision-making process while remaining an independent decision-maker.
• Ability to foster a healthy organizational culture, to encourage teamwork and collaboration. 
• Financial acumen with the ability to analyze financial statements.
• Written and oral communication skills of a high order.
• Solid computer skills and a willingness to adopt new technology.

Next Steps:
If you are qualified and interested, take the next step and confidentially apply on-line through our search consultant, Collaborative Strategies Inc., at www.csiapply.com.  All resumes and inquiries will be treated as confidential. 
Please contact Collaborative Strategies at apply@csi-mail.com to make a confidential inquiry or if you experience any difficulties with the system. Please do not contact Trailnet directly.    
Connecting talent with opportunity since 1994, Collaborative Strategies is a St. Louis-based consulting firm with a dedicated boutique search practice.  We take pride in matching entrepreneurial leaders with great opportunities and organizations such as Trailnet.
Equal Opportunity Employer

Resource Development Planner- Region Nine Development Commission- Mankato, MN

Resource Development Planner

Region Nine Development Commission

July 1, 2014

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Contact person: 

Ashley Aukes

Phone: 

507-387-5643

Fax: 

507-387-7105

Email: 

ashley@rndc.org

Website: 

http://www.rndc.org

Location: 

Mankato, MN

Region Nine Development Commission seeks a full-time Resource Development Planner to join the Community Development Department.  

The Resource Development Planner is responsible for research, grant writing, project development and project funding for the department and the organization. This position acts as the primary resource for local government, businesses and organizations regarding funding for a wide range of community development needs.  Responsibilities will include data analysis, technical writing and presentation of data.  The Resource Development Planner is also the primary staff for Region Nine Area, Inc., a non-profit entity of the Region Nine Development Commission. Other position responsibilities include project management and support for hazard mitigation, solid waste, active living, transportation and community comprehensive planning. Some evening meetings and travel will be required.

The ideal candidate will be a team player, have strong verbal/written communication skills and extensive software skills with Microsoft Office, SPSS and GIS. A Master’s Degree in Urban Studies or Public Administration is preferred. However, a four-year degree in Urban and Regional Studies with related work experience will also be considered.

If you meet these qualifications please download an application here or contact Ashley Aukes at 507.389.8885 (ashley@rndc.org). Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  

Resumes will not be accepted without a cover letter and completed application.

Region Nine Development Commission is an EOE/ADA Employer.  

Principal Planner, CT Consultants- Mentor, OH

Principal Planner

CT Consultants

June 17, 2014

Professional Area: 

Civil Engeering

Experience: 

5-7 years

Phone: 

440-951-9000

Fax: 

440-951-7487

Email: 

hr@ctconsultants

Website: 

http://www.ctconsultants.com

Location: 

Mentor, OH

CT Consultants is a dynamic consulting firm that has doubled in size in recent years through expanding our service geography and adding service lines.  The vast majority of our business is performed with governmental entities throughout a multi-state area.  In response to growing client demands for planning services, CT acquired the firm of DB Hartt.  The interest for redevelopment, regionalism and sustainable communities propels our clients to expend energy on planning projects and they require the assistance of professional planners.  We fully expect the Planning Department to be a growing area within our firm and are looking for a leader to work with David Hartt to develop this service to the benefits of our clients.The following details the requirements for this exciting opportunity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Planning  
• Planning experience with focus on:
  • Comprehensive planning
  • Community or neighborhood revitalization and redevelopment
  • Zoning services
  • Conceptual site design
  • Reviewing privately submitted development plans for zoning compliance
  • Versed on contemporary planning principles such as “smart planning and development” and “fostering healthy communities”
  • Exceptional written and oral communication skills including public presentations
  • Working knowledge of computer mapping and preparing computer planning maps

Responsibilities

• Independent technical execution of planning assignments
• Making or assisting in public presentations
• Providing technical oversight for the supporting project team; including monitoring compliance with project budgets.
• Assisting in marketing and writing proposals.

This position offers a competitive based salary and excellent benefits program which includes: Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, 401(k) Plan, Life and tuition reimbursement. Applicant must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License, good driving record as well as proof of insurance.

Please visit our website at www.ctconsultants.com to submit an application or send your resume to:

      CT Consultants

      8150 Sterling CT

      Mentor, OH 44060

      Attn: Human Resources Department

Community Development Director City of Evansville, WI

City of Evansville, WI (www.ci.evansville.wi.gov) seeks a full-time Community Development Director. Position reports to Plan Commission and is responsible for the City’s planning, zoning, and development activities, including: (1) maintain and enhance positive relationships in the community, (2) review and advise zoning applications, (3) implement business retention and expansion strategies, (4) prepare marketing program for business recruitment, (5) monitor development agreements for compliance, and (6) facilitate long-range/strategic planning of the City. This is an FLSA exempt and non-represented position.


Three years of professional experience; degree in business or public administration, land use planning, or related field; and excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required. Salary $48,000 +/- dependent upon qualifications, plus benefits. Full job description and position profile available on City website. Applications kept confidential upon request; all finalists subject to public release. Send letter of interest, resume, and four professional references by Friday, June 27, 2014 to Samantha Jozefowicz, PO Box 76, 31 S. Madison St., Evansville, WI 53536 or email to employment@ci.evansville.wi.gov.

Urban and Regional Planner, Wisconsin Department of Transportation- Various Areas in Wisconsin

The Department of Transportation, Division of Transportation System Development (DTSD) is currently seeking to hire Urban and Regional Planners.  The register established from this recruitment will be used to fill current vacancies in DTSD's Southeast Region (Waukesha) and Northwest Region (Headquarters can be Eau Claire, Superior or Spooner) as well as future vacancies for the next six to twelve months in Green Bay (Brown County), Madison (Dane County), Superior (Douglas County), Eau Claire (Eau Claire County), La Crosse (La Crosse County), Milwaukee (Milwaukee County), Rhinelander (Oneida County), Spooner (Washburn County) Waukesha (Waukesha County), and Wisconsin Rapids (Wood County).

WisDOT is a great place to work! We offer amazing benefits such as a casual office atmosphere, ample vacation time, excellent health benefits, and an exceptional employee assistance program that offers a variety of programs and tools to help promote an employee’s wellness and health.

Job Duties:   

The Urban and Regional Planner positions perform statewide or regional transportation planning, research and analysis. The positions develop, promote and administer federal, state and local plans and policies affecting land use, travel corridors, transit demands, multi-modal system planning, environmental justice, or other transportation programs. Positions analyze problems, issues, or proposals and develop alternatives, options, or plans based on the results of the analysis. Duties require applying that knowledge of transportation planning principles into consideration factors such social, economic, environmental and financial in developing recommendations for courses of action.

Current Vacancies:

Freight Planning (Waukesha)

This position will serve as the regional liaison for multimodal freight planning and assist staff in research and analyzing freight needs and opportunities, with an emphasis on economic development opportunities. This position conducts research and analyses on freight planning and mobility for consideration in plans, studies and projects within the Southeast Region.

Urban and Regional Planners (Eau Claire, Superior or Spooner)

Special Notes:   

Prior to any appointment for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check which may include FBI fingerprinting.

Starting annual salary is $35,646 - $54, 288, pending relative qualifications, plus excellent benefits.

The deadline to apply is 5/21/2014.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:   

Knowledge of transportation planning principles, practices and theory
Knowledge of land use/zoning regulations, specifically as they relate to transportation planning
Working knowledge of transportation planning tools and methods, particularly Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications, applied statistics, development and application of spreadsheet and database models, and transportation modeling
Ability to design and conduct quantitative and qualitative studies, perform complex statistical research, and analyze results
Ability to interpret and use data from multiple databases
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to coordinate and review the work of other planners and technical personnel
Effective written and oral communication skills

How To Apply:   To apply for these positions, go to https://wisc.jobs/public/index.aspand click “Log In” to access your existing account or to create a new account if you don’t already have an account in the system. Once you are logged in, click "Apply Now." You will be asked to provide your personal information, attach a resume and then complete some exam questions. Once you finalize your exam, you will be sent an email by the system confirming that the exam process has been completed. The responses to your exam will be verified and qualified candidates will receive further consideration. Please address questions regarding the application process to Deb Heiser at Debra.Heiser@dot.wi.gov or at (608) 264-9529.

Director, Dpty Dir., Chief Revenue Officer, Office of Grants Management, City of Detroit - Detroit, MI

As many of you know, the City of Detroit is currently under municipal
bankruptcy protection.  Under the leadership of Emergency Manager Kevyn
Orr,  the City has undertaken a number of operational restructuring
initiatives - all of which are designed to improve core service delivery to
residents and taxpayers.  One such initiative has been the creation of a
centralized grants management/compliance department that will manage the
City's tens of millions in federal and state grants.

The Office of Grants Management (OGM) is a newly-formed, independent
department within the City's finance function.  The City is currently
seeking strong candidates for the OGM's leadership team - specifically we
are looking for a department Director, Deputy Director and a Chief Revenue
Officer.  These are senior positions that report directly to the CFO and
will have significant interaction with the Mayor's cabinet.  Compensation is competitive.

Please feel free to pass this along to anyone who may be interested.
Inquires and submissions should be directed exclusively to:
ogmdetroitmi@gmail.com. 

Hazard Mitigation Planner, JEO - Omaha/Lincoln, NE

Title	Hazard Mitigation Planner
Categories	Planning
Location	Omaha/Lincoln
Job Information	JEO is seeking a Hazard Mitigation Planner for either its Omaha or Lincoln, Nebraska offices.  This position will be responsible for research and analysis including internet research, data verification, community inquiries, facilitating public discussions, organizing data, preliminary hazard analysis, and composing reports.  Other duties include preparing proposal estimates of time and expense required to complete the project and participating in presenting the proposal to the client. Must be able to develop clear, concise and comprehensive technical reports, correspondence and other written materials and be able to exercise sound, expert independent judgment within general policy guidelines. Applicants must have a Bachelor of Science in Planning or related field with 2-5 years of HMP experience.  Master’s degree in Planning or related field preferred. This position requires good communication skills including technical and general writing and verbal communication skills.  Must be fluent in MS office (Word, Excel, power point, etc.).  GIS and graphic design software (Indesign, Sketch-Up) knowledge a plus.  Professional certifications such as AICP or CFM preferred. To apply please send resume to our Human Resources Department at PO Box 207, Wahoo, NE 68066 or email to hrd@jeo.com or you can complete an online application at www.jeo.com.

Planner, Comprehensive Planning, St. Louis County, MO - St. Louis

Planner – Comprehensive Planning
St. Louis County, Missouri

The St. Louis County Department of Planning is seeking an individual for a professional
urban planning position in Comprehensive Planning. Responsibilities include:
 Developing and managing planning projects;
 Preparing community plans, planning reports, strategic plans, and special studies;
 Interpreting and analyzing planning and public policy related data;
 Preparing maps using GIS;
 Conducting field work, such as housing condition surveys;
 Developing materials for public presentations and making presentations;
 Working closely with other agencies, community groups, and the public

Requires strong communication, project management, and GIS skills. Experience with
Adobe Creative Suite desirable. Graduation from an accredited college or university with
a Bachelor’s Degree in Urban and Regional Planning or related field and one year
planning experience or a Master’s Degree in Urban and Regional Planning or closely
related field. Master’s Degree preferred. Starting salary range: $39,353.60 - $47,216.40.
Application deadline is May 9, 2014.

For more information, please call (314) 615-5429 or to apply, please visit
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/stlouis/default.cfm.

Utility Arborist/Work Planner, Rainbow Treecare - Champaign, IL

Utility Arborist/ Work Planner
Rainbow Treecare - Champaign, IL

Position SummaryRainbow Utility planner will perform identification, inspection, and evaluation of vegetation and determine required maintenance activities. The planner must research easements, land rights, and restrictions. Meet with land owners to explain vegetation management work. Work with public to ensure all concerns are handled. Able to manage, direct and work with all contractors to ensure work is completed to specification. Ability to use GIS and GPS and custom work planning software. Flexible work schedule- storms may require longer working hours and weekends.Role ObjectivesThe position specializes in the maintenance and adhering of Rainbow's scientific protocols in servicing of trees and other vegetation to ensure proper functioning of electric power lines and equipment without interference.Able to comprehend and experience in arboriculture for the Southern region , soils study, pests and pest management, ecology, relevant public policy and law, urban tree management and geospatial analysis in order to recommend procedures based on contract.Act as a liaison between the Utility Company, contractors, and Rainbow performing inspections and assessments of circuit area, securing clear rights-of way for treatments, audit tree work for compliance with the utility's specifications. Assist in investigating and recommending future R-O-W maintenance requirements. Inputting specified statistics and numbers into ARC GIS.The position requires daily contact with the clients, contractors, and the public. Perform duties in a manner the will promote and maintain good public relations.Communicate with Forestry supervisor and direct report to Rainbow Companies Regional ManagerPosition ResponsibilitiesMonitor and maintain the operation of potentially hazardous equipment to ensure safety is adhered to. Forecasting, performing, an overseeing the physical necessities with analytical concepts such as the basics of electrical conduction, maintenance operations, tree identification, electrical line extractions, and basic inspections.Coordination of permits or other regulatory requirementsEvaluation of vegetation and determining the required maintenance activitiesPerform identification, inspection, and evaluation of trees and brush along utility lines; Submit inspection results to clients with recommendationsMeet with customers adhering to Rainbow's customer service codes to explain vegetation management work.Work with the public to ensure all concerns and complaints are handled in the appropriate manner.Serve as a liaison between clients, tree crews, and client customers and attend meetings on a regular basis.Manage and ensure all work is performed by contractors to the specific specifications of contract.Discuss and negotiate line-clearance crew access issuesPlan, direct, organize, coordinate, and audit the activities and functions of assigned tree crewsPerform other job functions assignedFollow all safety requirements- attend safety trainings and complete sign offWilling to travel.Essential Skills and ExperiencesEducation and Work Experience: AA or BS Degree in urban forestry, Natural Resource Science/Management, Horticulture, biology, environmental science or related field and/or 3-5 year experience in utilities. Experience of IVM, techniques and equipment used for vegetation management, working knowledge of Cambistat Tree Growth Management Systems. Experience with GIS and GPS applications. Certification as an ISA Arborist is a plus or ability to obtain certification within one year.Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Strong problem solving abilities, time management, Detail oriented and accurate, and exceptional public relations/interpersonal skills, and organizational skills. Management experience with directing 5 or more. Ability to speak in public to small groups to educate and motivate, coach and mentor individuals as well as team member. Possess great organizational skills, can prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines.Equipment and Applications: Computer literate; MS Office Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook and GIS and GPS application. Must have valid Driver's License.Nonessential SkillsPesticide applicator licenseSpecial Physical Demands and Working ConditionsThe physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical demands: Must be able to pull one's own body weight, climb trees, perform work at high altitudes, lifting/twisting/pulling/carrying 70lbs or more several times per hour, must be able to hear verbal instructions from a distance. The noise level is high, due to being very near to loud tools and machinery. Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will experience working outdoors, exposed to all varied terrain in all weather conditions and high altitudes.The employee will be wearing Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats.The employee maybe exposed to contaminates, such as odors and gas along with possible exposure to cuts, bites, or stings.EOENo agencies or recruiters  Rainbow Treecare - 2 days ago - save job - block » View or apply to job

Mobility Manager, Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency - Cleveland

Professional Area: 

Transportation Planning

Experience: 

3-5 years

Email: 

careers@mpo.noaca.org

Website: 

http://www.noaca.org

Location: 

Cleveland, OH

Salary Range: Minimum $48,187 – commensurate with experience

Job Description:

The Mobility Manger will oversee the coordinated transportation program by planning, and coordinating transportation for low income persons, the elderly, & persons with disabilities within the NOACA service area. The incumbent is responsible for: meeting with users and providers of transportation and human service organizations; developing transportation resource materials; applying for and administering federal transportation grants; maintaining records; submitting reports; supporting regional public transit operations and conducting community outreach. The incumbent is also responsible for agency interactions with ODOT, FTA, local public transit and human service agencies and regional transportation service providers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities below are considered essential job functions. However, the requirements of the job are not limited solely to the responsibilities listed within this document. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Technical:

• Assist public transit agencies and human service agencies in the NOACA service area with mobility management planning

• Create and submit monthly reports to ODOT

• Cultivate partnerships and multi-agency coordinated transportation activities.

• Research needs and demands for users, identify funding alternatives, review regulatory processes, facilitate communications between agencies, and develop incentives to encourage agency participation as needed.

• Research and develop new ways to remove barriers for transportation to and from jobs and employment support services for individuals with disabilities.

• Maintain communication with appropriate local, state, and federal agencies, as well as private interests.

• Participate in and present to the Transit Council when necessary

• Assess priorities and develop recommendations to address unmet or anticipated transportation needs, including recommendations for new routes, route deviations, service hours, and cross-system scheduling.

• Assist with updates of the Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan.

• Assist with activities related to Enhanced Mobility for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities programs (5310).

• Develops strategies for seeking other funding sources and to leverage existing funding with non-FTA federal programs.

General:

• Must be willing to travel (Requires frequent visits to service providers)

• Present agency and project related information to NOACA Board Committees and outside organizations.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of NOACA staff, partners, and outside organizations.

• Acts in a manner which is consistent with NOACA’s goals and objectives as developed by the Board of Directors, while providing service to the highest level to our customers-both internal and external.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

*Credentials and Experience:

• Bachelors Degree in appropriate field, plus four years of relevant planning experience. Masters Degree may be substituted for two years of experience.

Must be legally able to work in the United States

*Minimum Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of principles and practices of public transit, human services, or public planning.

• Knowledge of the Urbanized Area Formula Program (Sections 5307 and 5311), NFP (Section 5317) and Elderly Individuals and Individuals with Disabilities (Section 5310) programs.

• Knowledge of the principles, procedures and strategies of coordinated human services transit-transportation planning and coordination strategies.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and project management software.

• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to analyze data, define problems, identify potential solutions, develop implementation strategies and evaluate outcome.

• Ability to read and understand transportation and program planning documents and standards.

• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and activities.

*Please submit resumes to careers@mpo.noaca.org