Entry Level Planner - City of St. Louis, Missouri

Who: City of St. Louis, Missouri

What: St. Louis County is currently seeking a planning professional to work on a variety of tasks. For more information regarding Department of Planning, please visit https://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-
louis-county-departments/planning.

The typical starting salary range is between $40,539.20 - $48,651.20 annually depending on the
candidate's qualifications as well as budgetary considerations.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Research, compile and analyze data on economic, social, and physical factors affecting land use,
and prepare graphic and narrative reports.
Confer with civic and local municipal leaders and other authorities to devise and recommend
arrangements of land and physical facilities for residential, commercial, industrial, and community
uses.
Prepare and provide reports and data to support the governmental recommendations affecting
land use, public utilities, community facilities, and housing and transportation to control and guide
community development and renewal.
Educate and assist citizens to increase awareness of existing conditions, solicit their input and
address their concerns.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree in Urban and Regional Planning or a related field with two years of planning
experience or a Master's Degree in Urban and Regional Planning or a closely related field.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each
applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and
experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references
investigated and any other appropriate information available.
The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job
related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications
stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate
must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After
initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address
on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates
have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.
The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department
Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.
All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to
screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable
clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of
St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons
regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender
identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at
(314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.
St. Louis County
Division of Personnel, 7th Floor
Clayton, MO 63105
(314) 615-5429
Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Fax: (314) 615-7703
www.stlouisco.com

APPLICATIONS MAY BE OBTAINED

Planner-City Planning & Development Dept - Kanas City, MO

Planner
City Planning & Development Department-Development Management Division 

Kansas City, MO

Salary Range: $19.82 - $33.21/hour

Application Deadline Date: May 15, 2017

Responsibilities
Works with the development community, residents of the community, the City Plan Commission and the Board of Zoning Adjustment. Reviews plans and evaluates the zoning and development code to develop staff reports for the requested variances and platting of subdivisions. Writes reports and does research and makes professional presentations to the public and boards. Utilizes knowledge in key planning principles, analytical thinking, mapping, and a variety of computer skills.

Qualifications
REQUIRES an accredited Master's degree in planning; OR an accredited Bachelor's degree and 2 years professional experience in community, urban or regional planning work.

Complete information and application, here: https://psweb.kcmo.org/psp/ps/MOBILE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=506955&SiteId=1&PostingSeq=1

Assitant Professor - University of Missouri

Assistant Teaching Professor (Non-Tenure Track)

Harry S.Truman School of Public Affairs, University of Missouri

Columbia, MO

The Harry S Truman School of Public Affairs seeks applications for a non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor position in the area of public administration/public management.  The primary responsibility of this position will be to teach in the Truman School’s nationally ranked MPA program, including online instruction (http://truman.missouri.edu/degrees-programs/mpa/).  Secondary responsibilities may include research and service assignments.  Applicants for this position should be able to teach a variety of courses, including, but not limited to, Organizational Dynamics and Leadership and Human Resource Management. This is a term appointment that is renewable based on satisfactory performance. An earned doctorate in public administration, political science or a closely related field is required before beginning employment.

The University of Missouri-Columbia is a member of the Association of American Universities and is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a Doctoral/Research Extensive Institution.  The University of Missouri is fully committed to achieving the goal of a diverse and inclusive academic community of faculty, staff and students. We seek individuals who are committed to this goal and our core campus values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence.

The Harry S Truman School of Public Affairs is one of sixteen schools and colleges at the University of Missouri-Columbia.  The Truman School has an outstanding multidisciplinary faculty, including numerous joint appointments across the university, and houses several research centers and institutes.  The University is an equal opportunity/access/affirmative action/pro-disabled and veteran employer.

Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.  To request ADA accommodation, please contact the Disability Inclusion and ADA Compliance Manager at (573) 884-7278 or ada@missouri.edu.

Apply on-line at http://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/academic/index.php. Upload CV and cover letter in the Resume/CV & Cover Letter section as one document. Include a list of names and contact information for three to four references in the uploaded document.  Please contact Dr. Alasdair Roberts, Search Committee Chair, robertsas@missouri.edu, for questions about the position.

Screening will begin February 15, 2016, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Urban Designer, Gould Evans - Kansas City, MO

Urban Designer

Gould Evans

Professional Area: 

Landscape Architecture

Planning Management, Budgeting and Finance

Experience: 

Entry level

Email: 

hr@gouldevans.com

Location: 

Kansas City, MO

Position Description: Gould Evans is seeking a full-time urban designer to work as part of our collaborative design studios. This is a great opportunity for an individual who is seeking to gain intellectual insight into the planning and design challenges for the built environment, as well as an opportunity to work in varied stages of design.  Ideal candidate would have entry level-3 years of experience; a professional degree from an accredited program; strong mapping, visualization and illustration skills; and highly graphic portfolio.

We’re seeking candidates with:

• Professional degree in urban planning, landscape architecture or similar degree from an accredited program; with a strong understanding of community planning and urban design principles.
• Extraordinary design, illustration and rendering skills.  The ability to create and illustrate new ideas both independently and in collaboration.
• Ability to communicate ideas in a variety of graphic media including GIS, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign and SketchUp.  Experience with AutoCAD is desirable.
• Excellent writing skills, and the use of Microsoft Office, to support graphic production.
• Proficiency with GIS and graphic media required.

If this sounds like you, please submit your resume, cover letter with salary requirements and an electronic portfolio to

HR@gouldevans.com. Please, no calls about this position.  EOE/AA

Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Built Environment & Health, Brown School, Washington University - St. Louis, MO

Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Built Environment & Health

Brown School, Washington University in St. Louis

Professional Area: 

Academia

Location: 

Saint Louis, MO

Tenure-track Faculty Position in Built Environment & Health

The Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis offers MPH and PhD programs in public health in a vibrant, interdisciplinary environment that supports innovative research and excellence in teaching to achieve social impact.  We invite applications for tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor for Fall 2016. Areas of interest include:

Built Environment & Health. The Brown School offers a unique MPH specialization in Urban Design in partnership with Washington University’s Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts.  Candidates should bring an interdisciplinary approach to understanding, preventing and controlling the health consequences and inequities associated with the built environment, conduct cutting edge research and help students understand how a complex matrix of landscapes, transportation systems, food and recreation access, housing, worksites, and land use policies affect human health. 

The Brown School (brownschool.wustl.edu) is also home to the nation’s top-ranked school of social work, where path-breaking work on social policy, social and economic development, mental health and welfare of children, youth and families is conducted.  Together with Washington University’s world class School of Medicine and campus-wide Institute for Public Health, it is a dynamic environment for transdisciplinary research and problem solving in public health. 

Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications.  The Brown School seeks an exceptionally qualified and diverse faculty: women, minorities, protected veterans and disabled candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.  We strive to attract a diverse community of scholars and to identify new opportunities to participate in increasingly diverse urban and community life of St. Louis. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, protected veteran, or disability status. 

Applications should be submitted prior to October 31, 2015.  Early application is encouraged.  Positions will be filled when suitable candidates are selected.  Candidates should submit a cover letter describing their research agenda, curriculum vitae, three professional references, and up to three writing samples.  Submit application materials electronically in a single .pdf file, sequenced as listed above to:

Chair, Personnel Advisory Committee, Brown School, Washington University in St. Louis, 
brown-faculty-recruitment@brownschool.wustl.edu.

Assistant Professor, Nonprofit Management, UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI-ST LOUIS - St. Louis, MO

UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI-ST LOUIS

Nonprofit Management

The University of Missouri-St. Louis invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level with expertise in the area of Nonprofit Management. We seek an active scholar oriented to research and publication as well as high quality teaching. We are open to secondary areas of interest including, but not limited to, public policy, public administration, political science, evaluation, and community development.  

The person filling this position will have an appointment in the Public Policy Administration (PPA) department, with a potential joint appointment in the department of Political Science.  PPA, housed in the School of Public Policy and Administration, is an interdisciplinary program with core courses in both public policy and public administration. PPA offers a Master’s degree with an emphasis in nonprofit management, as well as a Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Organization Management & Leadership.  PPA is accredited by NASPAA. You can learn more about PPA at www.umsl.edu/divisions/graduate/ppa/ and the Department of Political Science at www.umsl.edu/~polisci.

We seek candidates who can teach graduate courses in nonprofit management and in the PPA core curriculum, and undergraduate nonprofit management courses in Political Science, in the case of a joint appointment. Applicants should have their Ph.D. in Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Political Science, or a closely related field by the date of the appointment, August 15, 2016. 
Applicants must apply online at www.umsl.jobs and look for job # 17002. Please upload your cover letter, vitae, research statement, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. You should have three letters of recommendation sent to Ms. Jeri Albl at alblj@umsl.edu. Active screening of applicants begins on October 6, 2015 and will continue until the position is filled.  The University of Missouri-St. Louis is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  Women, individuals with disabilities, and minority applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Director of Development Services - City of Cape Girardeau, MO

Director of Development Services 

City of Cape Girardeau

Professional Area: 

Economic Planning and Development

Experience: 

5-7 years

Website: 

http://bit.ly/SGRCurrentSearches

Location: 

Cape Girardeau, MO

The City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, with a growing population of 38,816, is seeking to fill the Director of Development Services position. Located along the Mississippi River and Interstate 55, and home to Southeast Missouri State University, Cape Girardeau is a regional education, retail and healthcare hub with a daytime population exceeding 100,000.

The City of Cape Girardeau operates under a council-manager form of government with the Mayor elected at-large and six City Council members elected from their respective Wards. The City has a $54.2 million operating budget with 395 full-time employees, a $25 million capital projects budget and a Standard & Poor’s National Municipal Bond rating of “A+.” Major departments include Citizen Services, Development Services, Fire, Police, Parks and Recreation, and Public Works, along with a regional airport.

The Director of Development Services is appointed by, and reports directly to, the Deputy City Manager as a part of the City’s top management team.

The successful candidate for Director of Development Services will be responsible for directing the activities of the Engineering, Geographic Information Systems, Inspections and Planning divisions. The position is responsible for more than 25 full-time personnel, a $25 million Capital Improvement Projects budget and a $3+ million departmental operating budget.

A Bachelor’s Degree is required in public or business administration, planning, engineering or a related field, along with at least five years of progressive municipal government experience. A Master’s Degree is preferred.

The starting salary is in the low $70’s with the mid-range at $91,000.

View a complete position profile and online application instructions: http://bit.ly/SGRCurrentSearches For more information on this position, contact: Gary Holland, Senior Vice President Strategic Government Resources GaryHolland@GovernmentResource.com

Transit Planner, Transystems - Chicago, IL, Orlando, FL or Kansas City, MO

Transit Planner - Chicago, Orlando or Kansas City Job
Transystems - Chicago, IL

Req ID: 9761 TranSystems Corporation - Transportation Infrastructure and Facilities - that's our focus. From infrastructure and facility design to computer simulation and economic impact analysis to finding alternative financing solutions for transportation projects - we do it. Our transportation specialists, located in offices across the nation, are unparalleled in the knowledge of the movement of freight and people, and unmatched in technical and managerial services. We provide full-scale professional services to both public and private sector transportation clients. Plans, designs and directs components of freight railroad; passenger rail and transit; states and municipalities; airports and air carriers; manufacturers and distributors; ports and maritime; trucking and automotive; energy and communication; and federal government projects. Transit Planner – Chicago, Orlando or Kansas City  Provides specialized expertise and manages tasks in the areas of transit planning, with particular emphasis on demand response transit services. Qualifications:  FTA Section 5311 program compliance experience Understanding and experience related to American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and transit demand response services Human service transportation and coordination experience Transit agency operations knowledge, primarily rural transit agency understanding Mobility management experience and assisting transit agencies in connecting commuters and transit users in linking transportation trips at the regional level A thorough understanding of transit agency funding sources and FTA funding practices Ability to train staff in Section 5311 compliance and provide grant applicant workshops and related activities Ability to communicate complicated messages in an easy to understand manner both verbally and written Ability to travel (50% of time estimated) throughout the United States for project work and client coordination General Duties & Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Independently performs complex tasks using advanced planning techniques consulting with Project Manager and/or Team Leader May become involved in the management of smaller projects or phases and tasks within large projects, as well as the supervision, coordination and review of the work of less experienced planners and technicians. Coordinates teamwork tasks and reviews progress with all staff and those associated with the project. Has significant client contact. Participates on interdisciplinary teams, providing knowledge in specific planning areas. Organizes, attends, and has significant participation in public meetings, client meetings, and interviews. Offers innovative concepts and ideas in an effort to advance projects and the company’s ability to perform work. Participates in the development of scopes of services and budget and schedule requirements for planning related portions of projects. May play a key role in assisting the Team Leader and Principals in the implementation of the marketing plan and business development goals established for the office. Education/Experience – Bachelor's degree in urban planning or a related field required; 10-15 years of experience is required. Language Ability – Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers and employees of the organization. Work Environment - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet, however, when traveling to the client site, noise level can be loud. Physical Demands - The physical demands 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. Position requires travel to other parts of the country using various modes of transportation including automobile and airline. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Core Competencies  Analytical – Applies knowledge of planning principles and practices in area of assignments and related fields; requires the use of advanced techniques and practices of the planning field and related sciences and disciplines. Client Service - Responds promptly to client needs; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments; ability to independently maintain client relationships and market the firm’s services. Team Work - Balances team and individual responsibilities; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit. Leadership – Exhibits confidence in self and others; inspires and motivates others to perform well; inspires respect and trust; accepts feedback from others; Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates; gives appropriate recognition to others; mobilizes others to fulfill the vision. Managing People – Makes self available to staff; provides regular performance feedback; develops subordinates’ skills and encourages growth; solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Improves processes, products and services. Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget. Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands. Quality Management- Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality. TranSystems is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status or physical or mental disability. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law). 2 days ago -  save job » View or apply to job

CDBG Project Manager (Grant Funded) - City of Joplin, MO

CDBG Project Manager (Grant Funded) 

City of Joplin

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Experience: 

3-5 years

Contact person: 

Tamra Schaller

Phone: 

4176240820

Fax: 

4176254712

Email: 

TSchalle@joplinmo.org

Website: 

http://www.joplinmo.org

Location: 

Joplin, MO

DESCRIPTION: This is a responsible administrative and professional position that manages a variety of Community Development Block Program projects within the City of Joplin.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
THE FOLLOWING DUTIES ARE NORMAL FOR THIS TITLE. THESE ARE NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS EXCLUSIVE OR ALL-INCLUSIVE. OTHER DUTIES MAY BE REQUIRED AND ASSIGNED. 

• Attendance and dependability. Must maintain confidentiality.

GENERAL TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
WHILE FOLLOWING TASKS ARE NECESSARY FOR THIS POSITION, THEY ARE NOT AN ESSENTIAL PART OF THE DUTIES OF THIS POSITION AND MAY ALSO BE PERFORMED BY OTHER EMPLOYEES. 

• Provide technical assistance to program participants on CDBG disaster programs and policies, program regulations, and reporting/documentation requirements. 
• Assist Department Director and/or supervisor to design and implement and manage CDBG disaster programs. 
• Monitor program financial and administrative performance and compliance. 
• Manage and process project documentation via both internal and external document management systems for approval and review by Department Director and/or supervisor. 
• Coordinate program reporting and compliance activities with other team members. • Performs related duties as required. OTHER TASKS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description shall not to be construed as an exclusive or all inclusive list of the duties associated with this position. 
• The supervisor may on occasion assign other duties which are not specifically listed in this job description, provided the employee is qualified and certified/licensed to perform these additional functions.

GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 
LANGUAGE ABILITY AND INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION 

• Skill in expressing ideas effectively, both orally and in writing. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, subordinates, municipal officials, board and commission members, developers, representatives of other agencies and local communities and the general public. 
• Ability to write complex and technical Request for Qualifications (RFQ’s) and Request for Proposals (RFP) for the specific projects.

MATHEMATICAL ABILITY

• Ability to perform and supervise technical research studies, analysis, and the presentation of the results of such research.

JUDGMENT AND SITUATIONAL REASONING ABILITY

• Skill in researching and preparing informational materials regarding planning, zoning and community development issues.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Requires long periods of sitting; must be mobile to such a degree that allows efficient, effective essential job related movement such as moving around a building or work area to perform essential job functions. 
• Low levels of twisting and bending may be required. 
• Must have manual dexterity sufficient to operate common office equipment such as computers, typewriters, copiers, FAX machines, and telephones.

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY

• Knowledge of Community Development Block Grant program regulations. 
• Skill in maintaining a variety of records and preparing a variety of reports. 
• Skill in operating a variety of standard office equipment. 
• Skill in management practices, including a successful record of project implementation, coordination, and completion of multiple projects and tasks.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience and a Bachelor’s degree in; business, management, public administration or urban planning, or a technical discipline. 
• OR minimum of 3 years of experience and a Master’s degree. 
• Specialized knowledge of CDBG administration, management consulting practices, ability to interpret complex technical information. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to successfully complete a thorough background check, and successfully complete a physical exam and drug test.

SALARY RANGE: $46,303 - $69,793, with starting salary $46,303 with excellent benefits.

DEADLINE: Resumes will be accepted in addition to, but not in lieu of, a City application. Obtain required application from the City of Joplin Human Resources Office at 602 South Main Street in Joplin, MO. 64801. Open until Filled.

The City of Joplin is an Affirmative Action, ADA and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Experienced Aviation Planner, Crawford, Murphy & Tilly - Springfield, IL or St. Louis, MO

Experienced Aviation Planner, Springfield, IL
Crawford, Murphy & Tilly - Springfield, IL

Crawford, Murphy & Tilly, Inc. (CMT), is a full-service engineering and consulting firm with business units in aviation, highways and bridges, water resources, and site services. Headquartered in Springfield, Illinois, CMT has offices throughout the Midwest and in Florida. Recognized as the 2014 Midwest Design Firm of the Year by Engineering News Record, CMT provides a high level of service to our clients that is Centered in Value. CMT seeks an Experienced Aviation Planner for our Springfield, IL or St. Louis, MO offices. Responsibilities include assisting public entity clients in developing and achieving their airport's vision. Projects will include development of all phases of airport master plans, airport layout plans (ALPs), environmental studies, project justification and funding documents, land acquisition, simulating modeling, and client and agency coordination as part of a team of aviation professionals. The successful candidate will possess: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in airport management, urban planning, aviation sciences, or civil/transportation engineering. Minimum of two years' experience and a preference for less than six years of experience in airport planning or related industry practice Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong technical skills to include a working knowledge of spreadsheet and database applications Current experience using AutoCAD Understanding of Federal Aviation Regulations, FAA guidance documents and aviation industry best practices Ability to work well with people in a collaborative environment Willingness to travel Preference will be given to candidates living in proximity to the work location. » View or apply to job