GIS Manager, Nelson Nygaard Consulting Associates - New York, NY

GIS Manager

Nelson Nygaard Consulting Associates

Professional Area: 

Information Technology / GIS

Experience: 

7-10 years

Location: 

New York, NY

Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates seeks a highly organized, independent, and strong manager to lead our GIS department. The GIS Manager may be based in our New York, Boston, or Washington, DC office. Nelson\Nygaard is a nationally recognized multimodal transportation planning firm that emphasizes creative and innovative planning and community involvement, often within a wider set of goals such as economic development, health, and reduced dependence on the private automobile. We are seeking an individual with at least 7 years of experience and an interest in transportation planning as well as exemplary GIS analysis and cartography skills.

Nelson\Nygaard offers a dynamic and self-directed work environment that is fast-paced, congenial, and supportive. Our culture is built upon diversity and creativity. This is your opportunity to work with one of the most innovative groups of planners and engineers in the United States, including highly talented junior and support staff.

Responsibilities

In this position, the successful candidate will be expected to manage a team of GIS analysts and to provide guidance to planning staff members who do basic spatial analysis. The GIS Manager will:

• Manage GIS staff, including GIS leads in each of the offices
• Maintain quality control through supervision of GIS leads and in collaboration with the Assistant GIS Manager (West Coast lead)
• Manage the workflow on the East Coast
• Manage GIS procedures and software access across the firm
• Develop in-house GIS tools and resources and supervise all GIS users
• Provide training to GIS staff and develop training materials
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting to GIS users in all offices
• Oversee GIS file management and archiving for the firm
• Act as point person for internal mapping needs (marketing, website, special projects)

The GIS Manager will also spend approximately one-third of his or her time completing spatial analyses related to demographics, transit routes and facilities, parking studies, and ped/bike projects. The manager may be expected to:

• Generate maps and cartographic products for projects using ArcGIS, Adobe Illustrator, Google Earth Pro, and other software tools as necessary
• Perform spatial and network analysis tasks and act as a technical specialist on projects
• Assist in online GIS/web maps for public engagement

Qualifications and Requirements

The ideal candidate should hold at minimum a bachelor’s degree in Geography or Urban Planning or a Graduate Certification in GIS. The candidate must have a minimum of 7 years of experience as a GIS analyst and at least 2 years of experience as a manager or supervisor of a team. The candidate must have strong proficiency with ArcGIS 10.2 or above, Google Earth and Adobe Illustrator. Familiarity with SketchUp, VectorWorks or CAD, Adobe Photoshop/InDesign, Python scripts, C#/VB.NET programming or web development is a plus. Candidates will be tested on their proficiency with GIS tasks. 

Salary and Benefits

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, carshare and bikeshare membership, pre-tax transit or bicycling benefit, a 401K program, life insurance, and paid time off. Other benefits of the position include a dynamic and self-directed work environment, collaboration with leading planners, and a supportive office culture.

To apply, please combine a cover letter, links to samples of your work, and resume into a single PDF with the filename format "Lastname-GIS-Manager.pdf," and send to:  jobs@nelsonnygaard.com.

No phone calls, please.

Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer

Director, Lead Prevention and Healthy Homes Initiatives, HOUSING PRESERVATION & DEVELOPMENT - City of New York, NY

Title Code No: 83006
Salary: $75,000.00/$75,000.00-$94,000.00 Frequency: ANNUAL
Business Title: Director, Lead Prevention and Healthy Homes Initiatives
Work Location: 100 Gold Street
Division/Work Unit: Preservation Programs
Number of Positions: 1
Job ID: 220842

Job Description

The Division of Preservation Finance seeks a Director for Lead Prevention
and Healthy Homes Initiatives to manage the Primary Prevention Program
(PPP), a federally funded program that makes loans to single and
multi-family homeowners for lead treatment, and to establish Healthy Homes
programs and practices in the Division of Preservation Finance. The
Division of Preservation Finance administers multiple loan programs
including the Multifamily Housing Rehabilitation Program, the
Participation Loan Program, the Green Housing Preservation Program, the
HUD Multifamily Loan Program and the LIHTC Preservation (Year 15) Program.
These programs facilitate the rehabilitation of privately-owned
multifamily buildings throughout New York City.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of
full-time satisfactory professional experience in the development, design,
construction, appraisal, financing, negotiation or disposition of real
estate or in real estate law, or in urban planning, design or renewal, or
analytical or coordination work related to housing programs; at least 18
months must have been in an executive, administrative or managerial
capacity or supervising professional personnel performing work in the
fields noted above; or 2. Education and/or experience which is equivalent
to "1" above. Graduate study in the field of urban studies, city planning,
business or public administration, finance, architecture, engineering or
other related fields may be substituted for up to one year of the required
experience on the

basis of 30 credits equaling one year of experience. Graduation from an
accredited law school may be substituted for one year of the required
experience. However, all candidates must have three years of work
experience including at least 18 months of executive, administrative,
managerial or supervisory experience as described in "1" above.


Preferred Skills

Candidates must have strong management skills, be detailed-oriented,
organized, self-motivated, and be able to manage multiple projects and
meet deadlines. Candidates must also demonstrate strong verbal and written
communication skills. Demonstrated analytical skills, and ability to use
data to manage and work effectively with others to obtain results promptly
as required. Strong computer skills, especially facility with Microsoft
Excel and Word, required. Candidates with Bachelors or Masters in Urban
Planning, Real Estate Finance, Business Administration or related fields
are strongly preferred.


Additional Information


Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of
appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for
the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau,
Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if
the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency
representative at the time of interview.

Director of Competitions Van Alen Institute - New York, NY

Director of Competitions

Van Alen Institute

 

Professional Area: 

Architecture

Community Development and Redevelopment

Environmental and Natural Resources Planning

Landscape Architecture

Land-Use Management and Code Enforcement

Parks and Recreation Planning

Urban Design

Experience: 

5-7 years

Contact person: 

Anjali Fisher

Phone: 

(212) 924-7000 ex 13

Email: 

afisher@vanalen.org

Website: 

http://www.vanalen.org

Location: 

New York, NY

The Director of Competitions is an organized, creative, and resourceful individual who leads every aspect of Van Alen Institute’s design competitions.

We see the competition as a vehicle to mobilize people across disciplines to develop innovative approaches to complex social, cultural, and ecological challenges around the world. From temporary installations to long-term regional planning, we bring together multidisciplinary professional teams with local stakeholders to produce innovative ideas, implementable strategies, and singular interventions in the built environment. We are extremely hands-on in our approach and work closely with teams and key stakeholders to achieve the best possible outcomes.

We’re looking for someone who can creatively and resourcefully carry out the organization’s ambitious strategic plan by expanding the reach of our competitions internationally and into new topic areas; develop strategic partnerships, particularly with stakeholders and experts outside of design and planning; craft and oversee a wide range of new projects to address pressing challenges; lead fundraising and budget management for competitions; work closely with the Director of Research and Director of Programs to integrate all of Van Alen Institute’s work. You are: someone well-versed in design thinking who can dream up innovative projects and see them through to implementation; an excellent collaborator and manager; comfortable leading meetings with commissioners of city agencies, grassroots community organizations, and experts in fields that are not part of your expertise; curious about cities and regions, and in rethinking the processes and tools people use to shape them.

The Director of Competitions oversees the Competitions Coordinator, and works directly with the Executive Director as well as other Van Alen Institute staff and external collaborators, consultants and clients. The Director of Competitions reports to the Executive Director.

Specific duties include but are not limited to: 
Organizational 

• Carry out Van Alen’s strategic plan to increase the visibility, expand the geographic reach, and strengthen the impact of Van Alen competitions; and to explore the impacts of the built environment on our minds, bodies, and a wide range of outcomes 
• Develop new models for competitions as a tool for generating approaches and solutions to pressing problems 
• Oversee the Competitions Coordinator 
• Work closely with the Director of Programs and Director of Research to coordinate all projects and programs Van Alen creates each year. 
• Lead quarterly meetings with the Competitions Committee, a group of board members and outside advisors who help guide our competitions work 
• Represent the organization at meetings, conferences, and other fora; this may include evenings, weekends, and travel Project-based 
• Conceive and oversee multiple projects at many different scales, in cities and regions around the world 
• Oversee and guide multidisciplinary teams in their work through regular meetings and interim reviews, and oversee stakeholders to complete and implement projects 
• Set and oversee the organization’s competition budgets, and individual competition budgets; lead competition fundraising efforts with philanthropies, corporate sponsors, government agencies, and individuals 
• Oversee all administrative and logistical aspects of competitions 
• Oversee development of all communications and outreach plans for competitions, including producing websites, public programs and events, presentations, and brochures 
• Oversee the production of all public programs related to competitions; past competition programs have included design charrettes, parades, bike tours, and other events

Qualifications include: 

• Bachelor's degree and 5-10 years of working experience in architecture, landscape architecture, urban planning, or a related field, with proven track record of successfully launching, managing, and implementing projects. 
• Strong experience overseeing teams of creative professionals, dealing with personalities, and coaxing the best work from talented individuals. o Exceptional organizational skills 
• Strong graphic representation skills 
• Strong budget management skills 
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and proof-reading ability 
• Resourceful, works well under pressure, and able to multi-task 
• Strong experience in content development and research 
• Ability to represent the organization externally o Ability to tailor message to key audiences 
• Experience working with a diverse range of people 
• Experience with design and documentation processes preferred

This is a full-time position.

ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF PUBLIC SERVICE, NYU Wagner - New York City, NY

Faculty Search Announcement: ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF PUBLIC SERVICE
(MANAGEMENT) NYU Wagner
The Wagner Graduate School of Public Service at New York University seeks to hire a tenure-track faculty member in Management to begin in fall 2016. We expect to hire at the rank of Assistant Professor, but have the ability to hire at the associate level. Applicants should have a strong interest in research on management and/or organizations in arenas that create social impact. These may include public or nonprofit agencies, hybrid, quasi- governmental, and philanthropic institutions, as well as networks and partnerships where the public, private and nonprofit sectors intersect. We are particularly interested in candidates with an established research record. Applicants should be interested in teaching graduate management courses, particularly in the areas of strategic management, organizational behavior, performance measurement and management, or policy implementation. Applicants must have or expect to receive a PhD in a field related to management and organizations before taking up this position.

NYU Wagner emphasizes the study of organizations and management and their intersection with public policy at the local, regional, national, and international levels. Current full-time Management faculty have diverse intellectual backgrounds, including organizational behavior, organization studies, sociology, political science, health management, and public and nonprofit management. Wagner faculty members collaborate with other schools and departments across the university, including the Stern School of Business, the Steinhardt School of Education, Sociology Department, and the College of Global Public Health.

Candidates should complete the application and submit their CV, cover letter, statement of research and teaching interests, up to 3 representative manuscripts and contact information for three references via our online system at http://wagner.nyu.edu/faculty/search/management. Screening of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until October 31, 2015.

NYU Wagner is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and is strongly committed to diversity within its community. 

Director of Community Planning & Design, Regional Plan Association - New York, NY

Director of Community Planning & Design 

Regional Plan Association

Professional Area: 

Architecture

Community Development and Redevelopment

Economic Planning and Development

Urban Design

Experience: 

7-10 years

Phone: 

2122532727

Email: 

resumes@rpa.org

Website: 

http://www.rpa.org

Location: 

New York, NY

RPA is seeking a creative and dynamic professional to direct the organization’s community planning and design program. The program implements RPA principles and objectives in communities of all scales across the region, from dense urban centers to emerging exurban communities. The director will work with a talented staff to develop housing, economic development and design strategies for specific places, as well as for the metropolitan area as a whole. Working in the New York City office and reporting to the vice president for research, the director of community planning and design will manage and develop a comprehensive set of projects and policy initiatives to advance equitable, sustainable and attractive communities across the New York-New Jersey-Connecticut metropolitan area. A primary goal is to expand the community planning program to help build deeper partnerships and long-lasting relationships in the communities we serve, particularly with organizations   representing low-income individuals and communities of color, as well as other underrepresented constituencies. The director will work closely with other RPA staff to integrate community planning into the organization’s environmental and transportation initiatives. The director also will staff a program advisory committee of RPA board members and experts.

RPA offers a unique opportunity to help shape the built environment in one of the world’s most complex metropolitan landscapes. Last year, RPA began working on a new regional plan for the tri-state metropolitan area – a blueprint for the region’s growth, sustainability, good governance and economic opportunity for the next 25 years. The director, working with RPA’s senior fellow for design and senior fellow for engagement and partnerships, will be responsible for shaping housing, economic development and design initiatives for the plan, and will help to build a network of constituents who will help carry out these recommendations. Responsibilities will include project development and management, including identification of funding opportunities; staff supervision; research and analysis of complex data; design studies; creation of plans, policy reports and other documents; public speaking; and leading coalitions and advocacy campaigns.

Applicants should have a minimum of 10 years of work experience in planning, urban design, housing, economic development, community development or related fields, a minimum of five years of management experience, and a master’s degree in planning, urban design or related disciplines. The position requires initiative and the ability to balance multiple priorities. Excellent writing and communication skills are essential, including the ability to convey community planning and design concepts to the general public as well as decision makers. Knowledge of planning and policy issues in the tri-state area is preferred.

Please submit your cover letter, resume and any other relevant materials here. 

Application deadline: Open until filled

Director (Project Manager), HR&A Advisors - New York, NY

Director (Project Manager)

HR&A Advisors

Professional Area: 

Economic Planning and Development

Experience: 

5-7 years

Phone: 

6466955317

Email: 

jobs@hraadvisors.com

Website: 

http://www.hraadvisors.com/contact/career-opportunities/

Location: 

New York, NY

Firm Overview | HR&A Advisors, Inc. (HR&A) is an industry-leading real estate, economic development and energy efficiency consulting firm. We provide strategic advisory services for some of the most complex mixed-use, neighborhood, downtown, campus, and regional development projects across North America and abroad for clients in the public, private, and non-profit sectors.  Whether we are exploring the hidden potential of an abandoned industrial waterfront, developing a financing strategy for energy efficient retrofits for a commercial building owner, or illustrating the economic benefits of parks and open space redevelopment, HR&A creates value by providing innovative and creative solutions to the complex challenges of economic development and real estate in urban environments.

Position Description | We are seeking candidates for Director in our New York City office, which serves clients nationally. Successful candidates will have relevant project management experience in real estate, economic development and related consulting fields, must demonstrate critical analytic thinking skills to serve our clients, possess a passion for intelligent urban development and a deep curiosity about the challenges and opportunities facing cities. Day-to-day tasks will require managing internal and external teams to complete complex real estate and economic assignments including pro forma analysis for a range of uses, market feasibility research, fiscal and economic impact studies, public-private partnership strategy, and public policy design. The Director will review and present client deliverables -- including memos, reports and PowerPoint presentations -- and will support the firm’s business development efforts. The successful candidate will bring a strong foundation of real estate or economic development expertise and an interest in creative public-private solutions, as well as significant capacity for leadership.

Experience Required |Candidate should have a minimum of five years of work experience in economic development, real estate, public policy and/or consulting in a related field. Candidates should also have a Master’s Degree, preferably in real estate, city planning, economic development, and/or business.  Considerable additional experience in a closely-related field may also be substituted for a graduate degree.  Preference will be given to candidates whose experience includes project management for consulting engagements in a relevant field.

In addition to considerable experience in real estate and economic analysis, the candidate must also possess substantial project management experience, excellent writing and presentation skills, and mentorship capabilities.  Candidate should be a highly motivated independent thinker with sufficient poise for direct client interaction. The most successful candidates will show potential for rapid professional growth.

Salary | Competitive, based on qualifications and experience.

Submission | Please submit a cover letter and resume as a single PDF document (maximum of 2 pages) to HR&A’s website at http://www.hraadvisors.com/contact/career-opportunities/. Your file must be named in the following format “LAST NAME.FIRST NAME.DATE.”

For more information, please contact us at jobs@hraadvisors.com.

Please do not call regarding this position.

Deputy Director, Station Area Planning & TOD MTA Metro-North Railroad - New York City, NY

Deputy Director Station Area Planning & TOD

MTA Metro-North Railroad

Professional Area: 

Transportation Planning

Experience: 

More than 10 years

Website: 

http://web.mta.info/mta/employment/employment_out.html

Location: 

New York, NY

Deputy Director Station Area Planning & TOD

Location: Manhattan - Midtown

Reference #:  83790

Close Date: Until Filled                                    

Grade I Min: $97,830 / Mid: $122,278 / Max: $146,726                                  

MTA Metro-North Railroad is a dynamic organization, operating out of the jewel of New York City, Grand Central Terminal. We provide service to over 82 million customers annually, traveling in and out of New York and Connecticut. A subsidiary of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Metro-North Railroad is the busiest commuter railroad in the nation. MTA Metro-North Railroad strives to provide a safe commute, great service to its customers and rewarding opportunities to its employees.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

Enhance passenger experience and value capture opportunities through the oversight of MNR's station area planning functions such as: Transit-Oriented Development (TOD), station environment planning (including the development of passenger amenities and complementary on-property retail developments), modal integration (including pedestrian, bike, bus, ferry and automobile access), and liaison between planning and development interests in local communities and key stakeholders throughout the Railroad and the MTA

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the station area planning program for Metro-North. Assess station/local needs with municipalities; survey land uses, assess assets, review zoning, understand station access/connectivity challenges and opportunities, and overall station-area design approach and opportunities. Work closely with partner entities (such as other MTA and municipal planning agencies) to ensure connectivity, leverage assets and capture value where possible.
• Cultivate third party partnerships for program and infrastructure development at MNR stations. Assess and advance viable TOD opportunities in coordination with MTA TOD group. Create transportation/live/work/play station-based destinations (e.g. station plazas, shared use facilities, community-based market places, etc.). Capitalize on both MNR and surrounding assets and properties.
• Oversee MNR's system-wide real property portfolio in coordination with MTA Real Estate which handles property transactions. Assist in strategic management of MNR property needs in close coordination with MTA real estate. Liaison between MNR and MTARE to review developing real estate matters affecting MNR. Present MNR Real Estate matters internally at the MNR executive level and to the MNR Committee of the MTA Board, as required (in coordination with w/Corp./Media Affairs Dept).
• Champion expansion and enhancement of system-wide station net-leasing program including identification of new opportunities while managing current portfolio. Help assess passenger needs and identify retail opportunities. With MTARE, develop system wide strategies to enhance value of program and station property offerings through enhanced marketing, licensing/ leasing to maximize revenue and offer broader amenities to MNR customers.
• Other duties as may be required to support Department, Division and Railroad objectives

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Self-motivated and capable of successfully managing multiple priority projects in a timely manner to meet deadlines.
• Expertise in land-use and/or public space planning and principles.
• Ability to interpret real estate documents (including contracts and leases.)
• Expertise in project scoping and programming.
• Knowledge of station area/community involvement and engagement process.
• Knowledge of real estate development and property management.
• Exceptional technical, managerial and people skills to skillfully navigate organizational and regulatory requirements to deliver high quality end-products.
• Business savvy and entrepreneurial ability to translate strategies into implementation plans.
• Ability to present information clearly and accurately both written and orally.
• Working knowledge of MS Office.
• Valid driver's license.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree in Planning, Real Estate, Public Administration, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of planning, real estate development or business or related experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible staff management experience.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Master's Degree in Planning, Real Estate, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
• Knowledge of planning, design, development and maintenance of spaces utilized by MNR customers and the public.
• Experience working at a major transit property or railroad.
• Experience and familiarity with planning issues in the Metro-North service territory
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

OTHER INFORMATION    

This is a safety sensitive position and subject to toxicological testing.

SELECTION CRITERIA

To be selected for a position, an applicant must: (1) meet the minimum requirements in the job posting, (2) pass a written examination (if applicable), (3) satisfy a background investigation (which includes credit, if applicable), and (4) pass an oral interview, during which the interviewers will further evaluate the applicant's qualifications for the position. Because the selection process is competitive, not all qualified applicants are granted an interview. Metro-North may also require the applicant to undergo a physical ability test, and, if the Company extends a conditional offer, may require him or her to undergo a medical examination, which may include toxicological testing.

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

If interested, please apply online at:   http://web.mta.info/mta/employment/employment_out.html. Search forDeputy Director Station Area Planning & TOD or Job ID#83790 under MTA Metro-North Railroad.

MTA Metro-North Railroad is an Equal Opportunity Employer