Senior Housing Planner - Metropolitan Council (St. Paul)

Who: Metropolitan Council

What: The Metropolitan Council’s Community Development Division is responsible for regional growth strategy; planning and technical assistance to local communities; and parks and open space. This division also includes the Metropolitan Housing and Redevelopment Authority (Metro HRA) and Livable Communities Act programs.

Bike and Pedestrian Planner - Hennepin County's Community Works Department - Minneapolis, MN

Bike and Pedestrian Planner 

Hennepin County's Community Works Department

Minneapolis, MN

$52,149 - $64,883 Annually 

The Bicycle and Pedestrian team is seeking a strategic, flexible, and creative thinker to join their team as a Bicycle and Pedestrian Planner. Working as part of Hennepin County's Community Works Department, this position will assist with planning activities, technical analysis and implementation of the county's adopted bicycle and pedestrian transportation plans. 

This is a limited duration (temporary), benefit earning position expected to last up to 2 years. 

Best Qualified Candidates will have: 

• Related bachelor’s degree education and relevant planning analyst experience 
• Experience: 
• With pedestrian and bicycle planning transportation planning and/or general transportation planning. 
• Using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software such as ArcGIS, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Ability to: 
• Understand and interpret planning materials and concepts. 
• Read and analyze technical materials. 
• Collect, analyze and prepare data for information and review by others. 
• Write technical papers and prepare information for internal and external audiences. 
•  Develop, prepare and deliver presentations for small and large groups, public meetings and internal meetings. 
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. 
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills. 
• Basic computer skills including MS Office, internet, email/calendar 
• Possess organizational and project management skills. 

To view the complete posting online and access the online application process, visit www.hennepin.jobs . The posting is open until 5 pm Wednesday, April 19, 2017.

City Urban Designer - City of Minneapolis, MN- Community Planning and Urban Development

City Urban Designer
City of Minneapolis, MN- Community Planning and Urban Development

This position will perform professional urban design work related to the City's priorities and comprehensive plan requiring excellent graphic, analytical and communication skills; and serve as a resource for research, planning and urban design initiatives.

• Support the coordination of critical urban design, planning and capital projects by assisting in various staff activities.
• Prepare or assist in preparing urban design frameworks to aid in strategic planning activities.
• Analyze and assist in making recommendations on qualitative urbanism, development issues, livability, and public realm performance.
• Contribute to the City's research mission and objectives.
• Utilize full suite of drafting and graphic software to achieve and maintain consistent graphic standards in City maps, plans and documents.
• Assist in engaging the community, neighborhood groups, property owners, land developers, business owners, governmental agencies, City departments and others in urban design projects and initiatives.
• Assist in the collection and compilation of data, site conditions, neighborhood initiatives and other relevant information for evaluation of urban design priorities and to aid in decision-making about strategic positioning, promotion of city priorities, development potential, opportunities for innovation, etc.
• Work with architects, developers and other City staff in developing conceptual designs, establishing urban design priorities in city plans, and monitoring design reviews.
• Author or assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, studies and proposals.
• Coordinate and assist in facilitating meetings, workshops, and public hearings.
• Answer questions and respond to general inquiries about urban design issues, principles and processes from the public, other City staff, and other agencies.
• Assist in researching, evaluating and communicating proposed changes to the City's Code and Ordinances.

$51,545 - $71,337

CONTACT INFORMATION
City of Minneapolis Human Resources
250 S. 4th Street #100
Minneapolis, MN
55415
United States
Resource URL: http://www.minneapolismn.gov/jobs/opp/WCMS1Q-074686
Email: nastassia.leigh@minneapolismn.gov
Phone: 612 673-2791

Planner - The Metropolitan Council - St. Paul, MN

Planner
The Metropolitan Council

St. Paul, MN

Full posting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/metrocouncil/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1400142 4/29/2016

The Metropolitan Council operates the regional transit system; collects and treats the region's wastewater; serves communities through affordable housing programs; establishes policies for the region's growth; and addresses the region's needs for transportation, aviation, water resources, and parks and open space. The Metropolitan Council is committed to its environmental stewardship, sustainable solutions, and reduced energy use. The Council is a stable employer that values its employees by providing them with challenging work, highly competitive benefits, and an atmosphere that promotes a

Metropolitan Transportation Services (MTS) is responsible for regional transportation planning for all modes and develops the overarching transportation policy plan for the Twin Cities metropolitan area. MTS also serves as staff for the Council in its role as the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and for the Transportation Advisory Board's (TAB) Regional Solicitation process which allocates over $180 million in federal transportation funds on a bi-annual basis.

The Planner will support transportation planning activities of the Metropolitan Council and other agencies through in-depth analysis of both local and national data to identify emerging trends affecting the transportation sector. S/he will also ensure the production of quality travel demand forecasts based on sound input data through coordination and cooperation with agencies and consultants producing project forecasts. Finally, the Planner will work with other MTS forecasting staff in development of travel demand model updates, implementation of updated models and preparation of travel demand forecasts in support of Metropolitan Council transportation planning endeavors.

• Monitor various data sources for data releases on travel behavior to remain up-to-date on

• Analyze and correlate data to identify developing trends affecting transportation policies.

• Prepare succinct briefing papers aimed to apprise the Council, TAB (Transportation Advisory Board), TAC (Technical Advisory Committee), and other interested parties of these trends.

• Maintain and update data required for model development and calibration/validation in coordination with Metropolitan Council Research Division, MnDOT, and the region's counties and cities to ensure

forecasts are based on the most current data.

• Review and assess model inputs and outputs for validity and reasonableness, comparing changes in

model outputs to changes to input parameters to evaluate model validity.

• Prepare future year forecasts as needed using model output and historic observed data to support

planning efforts both for transportation corridor studies and comprehensive plan updates.

• Analyze input assumptions for reasonableness and to ensure consistency with regional policies.

• Review project and plan forecast outputs for reasonableness and consistency with other relevant

forecasts.

• Recommend model improvements and changes to improve forecast results when deficiencies are

identified.

• Serve on study committees representing the Council to ensure policies are implemented in the

planning process.

• Act as a conduit for information flow back to MTS and the Council to inform other transportation

planners and divisions of study issues that may impact them.

• Prepare and present briefings to management and the Metropolitan Council on study issues and

findings.

• Staff TAC subcommittees as needed to ensure a coordinated, comprehensive, and inclusive planning

process.

• Provide information to other MTS staff and agencies as required for use in the TAB's regional

solicitation to ensure the use of consistent and valid data in the application process.

• Participate in regional solicitation proposal evaluations as requested by evaluation committees as

either a committee member or resource.

Equivalency: A Bachelor's degree (by end of spring semester 2016) in planning, geography, engineering or related field AND at least two years experience in local and regional transportation planning.

• Experience organizing/analyzing large data sets and presenting findings.
• Experience working on planning projects or teams.
• Experience using R and Python programming languages.
• Experience with travel demand forecasting and/or traffic simulation software such as Cube/Voyager,
• Knowledge of policy analysis and planning principles, methods, and theory as applied transportation planning policy.
• Knowledge of Council policies, practices, and operational procedures.
• Basic knowledge of the governmental environment in which the Council works as it applies to
• Ability to perform statistical analysis using spreadsheet and database programs, organize data, and
• Ability to plan work flow and prioritize work tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally, and in writing, to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all relevant Council stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze and interpret Council policy and apply it effectively in the policy analysis or

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please notify Human Resources at 651-602-1398.

Job #2016-00054 PLANNER

Professorship(s) - Metropolitan State University - Minneapolis, MN

Graduate Faculty - Public Administration
Metropolitan State University

Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN

Position: State University Faculty (2 positions) (Unclassified IFO)
Graduate Faculty - Public Administration and Nonprofit Management
Appointment: Full-time Tenure Track/Probationary
Location: College of Management, Managment Education Center (MEC), Mpls Campus

Responsibilities:
METROPOLITAN STATE UNIVERSITY, a vibrant and growing public, urban university, is seeking to fill one or two full-time, probationary (tenure-track) faculty positions in public administration and nonprofit management beginning August 2016 (or January 2017, if candidate prefers), with teaching and administrative responsibilities in the Master of Public Administration (MPA), Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management (MNLM), and Master of Public and Nonprofit Administration (MPNA) programs. Second position will be filled, budget permitting.

Faculty members are expected to demonstrate ability to teach graduate level courses in public administration, nonprofit management, public finance, nonprofit financial management, public policy analysis, and/or nonprofit resource development and strategic communications effectively.

Full details at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/metrostatemn/default.cfm

Minimum Qualifications:

• Earned doctorate in public administration, nonprofit management, public finance, public policy, educational administration, business administration, fundraising or resource management, business or public ethics, or a related area.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience teaching in graduate education in the curriculum areas of public administration, nonprofit management, public finance, public policy, nonprofit resource development, or public ethics.
• Minimum five (5) years of professional experience in public administration, nonprofit management, business management or administration, evaluation studies, or related fields, including familiarity with Minnesota or U.S. resources for these fields.
• Demonstrated ability to teach in classroom and online environments.
• Evidence of high quality scholarly activity and a future research stream.
• Communication skills (written and oral) to communicate with a variety of persons and groups.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to a culturally and ethnically diverse student body.

Preferred Qualifications:

• More than three (3) years of experience teaching in graduate education in the curriculum areas of public administration, nonprofit management, public finance, public policy, evaluation studies, and public ethics.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching adult students with diverse work, academic, and cultural backgrounds.
• Demonstrated leadership of an undergraduate or graduate academic program or curriculum area including the responsibility for strategic management, program development, administration, marketing, student learning assessment, and program evaluation
• Demonstrated experience leading and managing public agencies and services, nonprofit organizations and services, nonprofit fundraising and communication strategies, public information and e-governance systems, public policy development, and/or public advocacy.
• Leadership in public or nonprofit professional associations, managerial networks, and in-service and training.Please note: Filling of these positions is dependent upon budget.

APPLICATION
Full details: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/metrostatemn/default.cfm

Applications must be received by 11:59 PM on April 1, 2016

Links:

• Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter- Faculty Organization which can be found at: http://www.hr.mnscu.edu/contract_plans/index.html
• For more information about Metropolitan State University, please visit: http://www.metrostate.edu

Director, Greater MSP - St.Paul, MN

Center Cities Initiative Director

Greater MSP

St. Paul, MN

Experience: 5-7 years
Contact person: Cecile Bedor
Phone: 651.287.1365
Email: centercities@greatermsp.org
Website: https://www.greatermsp.org/about-gmsp/careers/
Location: Saint Paul, MN

The Center Cities Initiative Director position is a compelling opportunity for a tenacious and entrepreneurial individual to work with a high-level coalition of partners who have convened for the first time to accelerate economic growth in the Cities of Minneapolis & Saint Paul, with a particular focus on four city-identified geographic areas: North Side and Northeast Minneapolis neighborhoods, and Midway and East Side Saint Paul neighborhoods. Coalition members include the Cities of Minneapolis and Saint Paul, Hennepin and Ramsey Counties, the Minneapolis and Saint Paul Chamber of Commerce, the Saint Paul Port Authority, GREATER MSP, Minnesota Philanthropy Partners, and the McKnight Foundation. The Director will support the coalition’s efforts to develop and implement an Action Strategy, the goal of which is to improve economic outcomes for people, and businesses alike, harnessing the coalition’s collective resources and expertise to advance shared prosperity through increased job creation and capital investment. This is a two-year, grant funded position, which may be extended with demonstrated initiative success.



Action Plan: Support the Coalition in finalizing, implementing, communicating, and measuring the Center Cities Action Strategy, including:

Building the Brand: Create a compelling story of the tremendous investment opportunities presented in Minneapolis & Saint Paul. 

Creating More Sites: Support efforts of coalition members and private sector land owners to create market-ready, deal-ready sites.

Business Retention & Expansion: Support strategic BR&E visits by coalition partners; utilize insights gained to advance economic growth, e.g., support expansions by existing businesses, recruit respective supply chain vendors, etc.

Closing More Deals: Work with investors, real estate brokers, site selectors, and developers to enhance their understanding of the competitive positioning of the center cities and related investment opportunities, with a particular, but not exclusive focus on, sites in the target geographies. Assist with developing additional tools as necessary to recruit investment. Bring more ‘deals’ to the coalition, adding value to the vetting process and deal closure. Serve as a point of contact for prospects looking for a center city location.

Relationships: Create effective working relationships with coalition members, elected officials, major employers, anchor institutions, philanthropic organizations, nonprofit organizations, higher education institutions, and other stakeholders. Cultivate and maintain relationships with brokers, site selectors, and other real estate professionals, ensuring effective, frequent communication about investment opportunities and available support.

Administration: Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of an effective structure and system to support the coalition in achieving the goals of the action strategy. Support the coalition in sustaining an outcome-focus, helping to ensure accountability, and consistent, transparent, and open information sharing and communication. Convene meetings, draft action-oriented agendas and meeting minutes. Identify, and overcome, barriers to success. Report on implementation progress, including a coalition-determined set of metrics.

The ideal candidate will have experience in facilitating, and leading complex initiatives, including real estate investment. S/he will be a confident communicator, able to serve as a strong ambassador for the CCCI in various settings, and have demonstrated experience in successfully navigating complex political situations.

Education & Experience: A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Financing, Urban Planning, Economics, Public Policy or other closely related field and at least five years of experience in economic development, sales & marketing, communication, and/or high level project management is required, together with a demonstrated understanding of economic development fundamentals.

Submit cover letter, with salary requirements, and resumes to: Center Cities Competitiveness Initiative to centercities@greatermsp.org or mail to Center Cities Competitiveness Initiative, c/o Cecile Bedor, Executive Vice President, GREATER MSP, 400 Robert Street North, Saint Paul, MN 55101.

Position will be posted until position if filled. Resume screening will begin March 1st, with initial coalition review March 10, 2016