Project Manager - Tenant Engagement and Special Projects - NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development

NYC residency required

For more information and to apply please visit: NYC HPD 

About the Agency:

The New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) is the nation’s largest municipal housing preservation and development agency. Its mission is to promote quality housing and diverse, thriving neighborhoods for New Yorkers through loan and development programs for new affordable housing, preservation of the affordability of the existing housing stock, enforcement of housing quality standards, rental subsidies, and educational programs for tenants and building owners. HPD is tasked with fulfilling Mayor Adams’s housing plan "Housing Our Neighbors: A Blueprint for Housing and Homelessness", a comprehensive framework which includes $5 billion in new capital funding, bringing the administration’s planned investment to $22 billion — the largest in the city’s history. This investment, coupled with an aggressive effort to reduce administrative and regulatory barriers, is a multi-pronged strategy to tackle New York City’s affordable housing crisis and bolster access to opportunity, promote economic stability and mobility, improve health and safety, and increase racial equity.

Senior Planner (Land Use), NYC Economic Development Corporation’s Land Use Planning Department

Who: NYC Economic Development Corporation’s Land Use Planning Department 

What: Reporting to a Vice-president in the Land Use team you will manage project approval processes and provide technical expertise to our Neighborhood Strategies, Transportation, Real Estate and Capital Projects departments in everything that shapes the future of our city from zoning regulations, City Environmental Quality Review and Uniform Land Use Review Procedure. Your project portfolio could include projects from anywhere in the 5 boroughs with diverse project goals that could include providing quality job opportunities, climate change resiliency, affordable housing, public open space or transportation improvements.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of multiple project approvals involving a range of local, state and federal actions including land use approvals, environmental reviews and other required permits
• Build consensus-based solutions with regulatory and partner agencies and maintain working trust-based relationships with external agency regulators
• Ability to prepare and review technical applications in zoning, environmental review and other land use regulations, and provide technical expertise related to those regulations to project teams
• Create and deliver presentations, memos and other materials that effectively communicate project recommendations, decision points and/or findings to various audiences (e.g., senior NYCEDC staff, partner agencies, external stakeholders)
• Contribute problem solving and critical thinking to all stages of a project from formulation, through public approvals to implementation
• Manage consultants to ensure quality products are delivered on-schedule, including managing budgets and Minority/Women Owned Business Enterprise goals
• Proactively manage critical milestones of long-term timelines to ensure complex projects are delivered on-time, and anticipate and flag to senior staff if projects are not on schedule
• Interface with development partners, regulatory agencies, elected officials and community groups
• Work with interdisciplinary teams in the preparation of Requests For Proposals, and the development and implementation of site specific and area-wide planning initiatives
• Attend public meetings and hearings on NYCEDC projects, present projects and report back to team on status

• Qualifications:

• 3 or more years of professional experience in planning the regulation of land development in fields involving regulatory approvals of zoning plans, land sub-division, environmental review, public entitlement approvals, transportation and economic development plans
• Master’s degree in Planning or a related field, or 2 additional years of experience
• Extensive knowledge of New York City zoning, planning issues, environmental regulations and environmental review procedures is required  
• Ability to use spreadsheet and presentation applications such as Excel, PowerPoint, GIS
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects involving multiple public and private parties
• Teamwork and problem-solving skills, a willingness to accept responsibility, ask tough questions, and have a solutions-oriented approach
• Ability to organize and prioritize among competing needs and opportunities
• Anticipate and resolves problems as they arise
• Ability and experience to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal, written, verbal and analytical skills required
• New York City residency is required within 180 days of hire
• As of August 2, 2021, all new hires must be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus as defined by the CDC, unless they have been granted a reasonable accommodation for religion or disability

Apply here.

Policy Analyst – NYC Office of the Mayor (2 positions)

Who: NYC Office of the Mayor, Office of the Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services. The Office of the Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services advances New York City’s efforts to coordinate system transformation across the City’s public healthcare system, expand access to social services for all, and ensure that agencies that oversee the City’s most vulnerable populations, including children in foster care and families living in homeless shelters, are run compassionately, equitably and effectively.

What: Two Policy Analyst positions available, working in the NYC Mayor’s Office at City Hall within the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services. Job responsibilities include:

• Conduct quantitative and qualitative research and provide recommendations to team members on policy proposals and initiatives focused on homelessness, child welfare, public benefits, domestic violence, intergenerational poverty and social determinants of health. 
• Assist in overseeing and monitoring projects and policy initiatives to ensure that goals and timelines are met, coordinating with all appropriate City agencies and HHS team members. 
• Serve as a liaison between human services agencies and the Office of the Deputy Mayor, to monitor projects and assist in handling day-to- day needs; 
• Coordinate with agencies and other partners relevant to homelessness, supportive housing, child welfare, workforce development and public benefits to research proposed initiatives, meet project goals and timelines, and review agency and interagency work product; 
• Provide administrative support and coordination to the human services team, including preparation of correspondence and briefing memoranda, background research and information, meeting planning and assistance, and staffing the Deputy Mayor. 

Specific focus and responsibilities for each position is described below:

Transportation Planner - Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates

Senior Associate/Transportation Planner
Nelson\Nygaard Consulting AssociatesBoston, NYC and D.C. Offices

Experience: 7-10 years
Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates is seeking a highly organized, independent, and motivated senior-level staff member for our nationally recognized multimodal planning practice in multiple office locations on the East Coast: Boston, New York City and Washington, D.C. This is an outstanding opportunity for the right person to become involved in supporting and growing our leading work in developing transportation systems for vibrant, livable communities locally and around the country. The right person will be able to develop and provide integrated, creative, actionable solutions in keeping with Nelson\Nygaard’s current work, which further emphasizes creative and innovative community involvement.

This practice conducts transportation 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 eight years of experience and a strong interest in integrated transportation planning as well as some background in developing sustainable strategies to improve community accessibility and mobility.

Nelson\Nygaard offers a dynamic and self-directed work environment that is fast-paced, congenial, and supportive. Our office 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.

Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates is seeking a highly organized, independent, and motivated senior-level staff member for our nationally recognized multimodal planning practice in multiple office locations on the East Coast: Boston, New York City and Washington, D.C. This is an outstanding opportunity for the right person to become involved in supporting and growing our leading work in developing transportation systems for vibrant, livable communities locally and around the country. The right person will be able to develop and provide integrated, creative, actionable solutions in keeping with Nelson\Nygaard’s current work, which further emphasizes creative and innovative community involvement.

This practice conducts transportation 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 eight years of experience and a strong interest in integrated transportation planning as well as some background in developing sustainable strategies to improve community accessibility and mobility.

Nelson\Nygaard offers a dynamic and self-directed work environment that is fast-paced, congenial, and supportive. Our office 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 tasks and entire projects, often with the involvement and guidance of a Principal. Work will include responsibility for client communication, overall task or project management, determining and managing analytical tasks, client communication, public presentation and other skills as necessary. The successful candidate is expected to lead proposals, and be responsible for overall business development targets. Providing guidance and oversight to junior staff is a must. Your projects may be located anywhere throughout the United States, and thus a willingness and desire to travel is essential. You will work closely with Nelson\Nygaard’s senior and junior staff in the local office, and also with staff in our other offices throughout the country.

Qualifications and Requirements
The ideal candidate should have a broad range of transportation and urban planning experience, preferably with a focus on transit operations and planning. A candidate should be able to demonstrate significant expertise in at least five (5) of the following areas:

• Citywide transportation planning and analysis
• Campus transportation planning
• Parking management
• Bicycle/pedestrian facility planning
• Street design guidelines
• Data collection and performance assessments
• Multimodal/intermodal facility planning
• Transit station area planning
• Transit service planning
• Transportation demand management
• Transport policy, funding, and governance
• Paratransit and demand-responsive services
• Advanced graphics communications (InDesign, Illustrator, SketchUp, Photoshop)
• Computer traffic modeling (Synchro, VISSIM, TransCAD)

Successful applicants will be expected to:

• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal skills
• Possess proven experience in managing projects within budget
• Work successfully with clients, members of the public, and project teams
• Outline and prepare successful proposals and reports
• Analyze a wide range of transportation data and manage the completion of technical analyses, feasibility studies, and other transportation reports
• Prepare and give effective presentations
• Creatively solve multimodal transportation problems
• Participate in firm-wide strategic planning activities to ensure that we continue to build on our mission and core values
• Mentor and train junior staff
• Organize and supervise data collection activities in the office and the field

At a minimum, the candidate should meet the following qualifications:

• At least eight (8) years of responsible experience in transportation planning, traffic engineering, or a related field
• A bachelor’s or more advanced degree in urban or transportation planning, or a related planning field; master’s degree is preferred
• Successful and sustained experience in business development, i.e., winning work; public agency experience, grant writing and successful RFP development are applicable skills
• Excellent written, verbal, and other communication skills, including facilitating public workshops
• The ability to manage complex projects on time and on budget
• Demonstrate advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

We are looking for someone who can begin immediately.

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 congenial and supportive office culture.

To apply, please combine a cover letter and resume into a single PDF with the filename format "Lastname-City-Senior-Associate.pdf," and e-mail tojobs@nelsonnygaard.com. Please specify in your cover letter which is your preferred location: Boston, New York, or Washington, D.C. or any of the three.

No phone calls, please.

Neighborhood Researcher and Analyst - MADLAN - New York, NY

NY Neighborhood Researcher and Analyst
MADLAN
New York, NY

Madlan (www.madlan.pro) is a fast-growing start-up that developed the world's best tools to capture, understand, and share data and insights about the housing market, neighborhoods, and living environments. We're looking for talented people with a passion for understanding cities to join our growing team focused on New York.

As a NY Neighborhood-Researcher and Analyst you will be researching, analyzing, and producing insights on neighborhoods and boroughs in New York, covering topics such as urban planning, prices and trends, education, infrastructure, traffic, environmental factors, and more.

Requirements:

• Excellent written communication and analytical skills
• Graduate degree in planning, urban design, architecture, economics, geography, and/or other similar degree
• At least 2 years experience working in a related field

Please send your CV and cover letter to jobs@madlan.co.il

CITY PLANNER, HOUSING PRESERVATION & DEVELOPMENT - The City of New York, NY

Title Code No: 22122
Salary: $49,897.00/$57,381.00-$72,061.00 Frequency: ANNUAL
Business Title: Project Manager, Green Preservation Program
Work Location: 100 Gold Street
Division/Work Unit: Preservation Programs
Number of Positions: 1
Job ID: 219605

Job Description

The Division of Preservation Finance seeks a Project Manager for the Green
Housing Preservation Program. The Division of Preservation Finance
administers multiple loan programs including the Multifamily Housing
Rehabilitation Program, the Participation Loan Program program, the HUD
Multifamily Loan Program and the LIHTC Portfolio Preservation (Year 15)
Program. These programs facilitate the affordability, as well as financial
and physical viability of privately-owned multifamily buildings throughout
New York City. This position reports to the Executive Director for Green
Preservation Initiatives within HPD s Division of Preservation Finance.
The Green Housing Preservation Program is a new financing program created
in response to the Mayoral initiative to create an energy and water
utility cost-reduction program to maintain affordability in the small to
mid-sized multifamily building stock, as described in Housing New York,
One City: Built to Last, and OneNYC: The Plan for a Strong and Just City.
The Green Housing Preservation Program provides small-to mid-sized
residential buidings owners with low- or no-interest loans to finance
energy and water improvement projects, as well as low-interest loans for
additional capital needs to ensure physical and financial health for
affordability. Green Physical Needs Assessments conducted by pre-qualified
firms will identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency and water
consumption, as well as many other immediate capital needs. The program
provides subordinate financing in conjunction with lending partners or
first mortgage financing as sole lender and leverages incentive sources to
the maximum extenent possible. The Project Manager will be responsible for
managing the intake, assessment, and underwriting of projects receiving
Green Housing Preservation Program loans, including project management
through construction loan closings. He or she will also assist with
monitoring construction progress through completion and may support the
development of green initatives. Primary responsibilities will include but
will not be limited to: Managing program outreach to and communicating
directly with potential borrowers about program requirements, including
facilitating of application submission and coorindation with outreach
initiatives led by the Mayor's Office of Sustainability; Performing
substantive reviews of development budgets, pro formas and affordability
analysis and conducting detailed underwriting; Analyzing possible energy
efficiency and other financing sources for specific projects;
Collaborating with HPD divisions, interagency partners and program
stakeholders, including the NYC Housing Development Corporation, the
Mayor's Office of Sustainability, other local, state, or federal agencies,
utilities and others as appropriate; Ensuring timely completion of
transactions by coordinating loan closings with other HPD divisions and
programs as well external development partners and facilitating all
necessary approvals and procedures related to loan closings; Coordinating
with agency construction monitoring staff and technical assistance
providers during assessment, scope development and construction, and if
necessary, determining course of action to resolve project issues and/or
to propose alternate solutions; facilitating project completion and
preparing recommendations for work-outs prior to permanent loan
conversion; Preparing statistical and tracking reports and working on
other special projects as needed; In conjunction with the Green
Preservation program team, refine and implement tools for effective
program management as needed; Conducting process review, budget analysis,
policy analysis, research and other special projects as needed;


Minimum Qualification Requirements

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and two
years of satisfactory full-time experience in city planning; or 2. A
satisfactory combination of education and/or experience that is equivalent
to 1"" above. Graduate education in city planning, urban planning, urban
design, architecture, landscape architecture, transportation engineering,
public administration, economic development or related fields may be
substituted for experience on the basis of 30 graduate semester credits
from an accredited college for one year of experience. However, all
candidates must have a baccalaureate degree. Special Qualification
Requirements Assignment Level III To be eligible for placement in
Assignment Level III, individuals must have, after meeting the minimum
requirements, one additional year of professional experience as described
in "2" above. Assignment Level IV To be eligible for placement in
Assignment Level IV, individuals must have, after meeting the minimum
requirements, two additional years of professional experience as described
in "2" above.


Preferred Skills

Candidates must have strong financial analysis skills including financial
modeling and financial statement analysis; be detailed-oriented, self

motivated, and able to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Candidates must also demonstrate strong verbal and written communication
skills. Preference will be given to candidates with: a strong financial
background (including underwriting experience), strong project management
background, knowledge of housing development/lending, HPD development
programs and energy efficiency incentives specifically, demonstrated
analytical skills, and ability to work effectively with others to obtain
results promptly. Strong facility with Excel and Word required. Candidates
with 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.

Program Analyst, TransitCenter - New York, NY

Program Analyst 

TransitCenter

Experience: 

3-5 years

Email: 

careers@transitcenter.org 

Website: 

http://www.transitcenter.org

Location: 

New York, NY

TransitCenter

Program Analyst position description

TransitCenter, a civic foundation committed to improving urban mobility, seeks a Program Analyst to join its New York City office. The successful candidate will be an integral member of a unique, dynamic, and growing organization and contribute research; develop and implement programs and projects related to improving transportation in cities; administer grants; and build organizational capacity.  

Responsibilities

As part of a team, the Program Analyst will research issues, develop opportunities, and execute projects that promote sustainable urban mobility, with oversight from senior staff. Some projects may be executed through the use of program consultants with specialized subject matter expertise, who the Program Analyst must be qualified to oversee. A sample of work we have previously commissioned can be reviewed at www.transitcenter.org/ourwork.

An initial primary area of focus draws on a diversity of topics such as transit planning, technology, rider information, or capital project finance. While specific assignments will be shaped in part by the Program Analyst’s particular background, a successful candidate will have avid interest and versatility to work on a range of other transportation-related subjects as assigned.

The Program Analyst will also share responsibility for communicating TransitCenter’s initiatives through articles, blog posts, and social media.

TransitCenter’s is a small but growing organization, so the Program Analyst may also be expected to play a hands-on role in operations and shoulder a portion of the organization’s administrative and clerical duties as assigned.

The position is based in New York City. The salary range is $55-70,000 commensurate with experience, with a competitive benefits package.

To apply:

Send a letter explaining your interest, a C.V., and one writing sample to careers@transitcenter.org by 12:00 Noon (EST, GMT -5) on December 4, 2015.

Program Analyst, TransitCenter - NYC, NY

TransitCenter

Program Analyst position description

TransitCenter, a civic foundation committed to improving urban mobility, seeks a Program Analyst to join its New York City office. The successful candidate will be an integral member of a unique, dynamic, and growing organization and contribute research; develop and implement programs and projects related to improving transportation in cities; administer grants; and build organizational capacity.

Responsibilities

As part of a team, the Program Analyst will research issues, develop opportunities, and execute projects that promote sustainable urban mobility, with oversight from senior staff. Some projects may be executed through the use of program consultants with specialized subject matter expertise, who the Program Analyst must be qualified to oversee. A sample of work we have previously commissioned can be reviewed atwww.transitcenter.org/our-work.

An initial primary area of focus draws on a diversity of topics such as transit planning, technology, rider information, or capital project finance. While specific assignments will be shaped in part by the Program Analyst's particular background, a successful candidate will have avid interest and versatility to work on a range of other transportation-related subjects as assigned.

The Program Analyst will also share responsibility for communicating TransitCenter's initiatives through articles, blog posts, and social media.

TransitCenter's is a small but growing organization, so the Program Analyst may also be expected to play a hands-on role in operations and shoulder a portion of the organization's administrative and clerical duties as assigned.

The position is based in New York City. The salary range is $55-70,000 commensurate with experience, with a competitive benefits package.

Requirements

The successful candidate will have:

• Fundamental understanding of the principles underpinning sustainable urban mobility and an intuitive appreciation of the role that transportation plays in contributing to urban vitality. While technical knowledge of transit can be a plus, it is not a requirement, and is secondary to natural curiosity and passion for the mission.
• Keen critical thinking, with an ability to scan developments in research or case studies, make connections across disciplines, and draw hypotheses and/or rigorously-supported conclusions.
• Research capacity to build a case through solid evidence. General knowledge of common primary and secondary sources for issues related to urbanization and transportation.
• A background in the methods and practice of civic action and/or philanthropy will be considered a plus.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills and a strategic communications mindset. Because our work intends to influence public policy, design, practice, and culture, how something is communicated is nearly as important as what is being presented.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills will be useful in project implementation.
• A bachelor's or master's degree in a field related to urban planning, public policy, development, business, or economics; we strongly invite applicants with undergraduate degrees in the humanities, physical sciences or liberal arts to apply if they additionally possess a master's degree or work experience related to urban transportation.
• At least 3-5 years of professional experience in an organization related to urban planning and development, civic activism, transportation, the environment, and/or public policy.
• Technical facility with at least one of the following will be favorable: Adobe Creative Suite, GIS, social media, or web publishing.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to form connections with people from diverse backgrounds, flexibility, and a sense of humor to add to the organization as it evolves.

How to apply

To apply:

Send a letter explaining your interest, a C.V., and one writing sample tocareers@transitcenter.org by 12:00 Noon (EST, GMT -5) on December 4, 2015.

TransitCenter is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, political orientation or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. Employment is on an "at-will" basis meaning both the employer and the employee can terminate the relationship at any time.

Urban Planning Faculty Positions, Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation | Columbia University - New York, NY

Urban Planning Faculty Positions

Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation | Columbia University

Professional Area: 

Academia

Website: 

http://www.arch.columbia.edu/programs/urban-planning

Location: 

New York, NY

The Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation (GSAPP) at Columbia University invites applications for full-time, open-rank faculty positions in Urban Planning in the tenured, tenure-track and professor of practice categories.  The GSAPP is a school dedicated to designing and understanding the local and global built environment with programs in Architecture, Planning, Preservation, Real Estate Development, Urban Design, Curatorial Studies, and doctoral programs in Architecture and Planning. The Urban Planning program is one of the oldest in the nation and has approximately 100 Master’s and 25 Ph.D. students. The Program’s mission is to prepare our students to become leaders of the profession, who are technically capable, ethically informed and committed to the pursuit of equity and social justice in the betterment of the lives of urban people and urban places.

Open to candidates across all urban planning fields, GSAPP is particularly interested in candidates who teach and conduct research in physical planning, environmental issues (including the effects of climate change on cities), data analytics, community development, and global urbanization. Senior candidates should be able and willing to direct the Urban Planning Program.  We anticipate hiring two new faculty for a start date of July 1, 2016.

Responsibilities will include teaching, research, and administration.  Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to advancing the field through teaching, practice, and/or research. They will show clear evidence of expertise and have strong leadership and communications skills.  They must have demonstrated capacity for original work and show promise of significant continuing contributions.  A Master’s or Ph.D degree in Urban Planning or a closely related field is required. 

Senior positions require substantial teaching, research, and/or professional experience.  Qualifications for senior positions (tenured or tenure-track) include a strong record of refereed publications and a demonstrable record of outstanding scholarship. Applicants to junior positions must show evidence of great promise of teaching, research and/or professional excellence. Qualifications for junior positions (tenure-track) include emerging leadership in the candidate’s field and the potential to produce outstanding scholarship. Professors of Practice candidates should have significant experience in planning practice and a demonstrable record of excellence in their professional career. Faculty of the Urban Planning Program are expected to collaborate with colleagues across GSAPP on research, teaching studios and events.

GSAPP seeks faculty who can innovate their disciplines and can create an environment where students can not only be educated in current and past ideas and methods, but can also explore and test new ideas. Therefore, preference will generally be given to candidates who are able to teach and/or conduct research in both traditional fields and in an emergent specialization.

Qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply. GSAPP enjoys a diverse faculty and is actively seeking to expand a core group of individuals who can bring new ideas and approaches by way of their own experiences and backgrounds.  Columbia University is committed to supporting the work-life balance of its faculty and is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.  We strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. 

For additional information and submission requirements please visit our online application site at:   https://academicjobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=61648

Review of applications will begin immediately and will remain open until a candidate is chosen.

Urban Designer, FXFOWLE - New York, NY

Urban Designer

FXFOWLE

Professional Area: 

Urban Design

Location: 

New York, NY

The practice of FXFOWLE Architects encompasses architecture, interior design, planning and urban development. With offices in New York and Washington DC, the firm is committed to innovative design inspired by urbanism, technology and sustainable strategies. 

The Urban Designer will perform the following job duties:

1. Research and analyze urban context including transportation systems, zoning, land use, population density, history, geography, character, environment, and natural resources. 
2. Work on programming research, zoning research, massing studies, orientation studies, and other design studies. 
3. Develop concept diagrams and 3d renderings to convey ideas. 
4. Document urban design strategies and approaches. 
5. Prepare presentation drawings and diagrams representing design intent and urban design vision for housing, office, retail, and mixed-use developments. 
6. Prepare schematic drawings for architecture, urban design, and landscape features of large-scale development projects. 
7. Utilize knowledge of building practices, design standards, and landscape practices, to complete designs and drawings. 
8. Utilize knowledge of land use, zoning, and master planning principles 
9. Ideal candidates will be able to apply knowledge of New York City and/or Washington, DC zoning regulations. 
10. Drawing and diagrams using AutoCAD, 3D modeling, and Adobe graphics suite programs. Experience with Geographic Information System (GIS) software is preferred. 
11. Interact with consultants throughout design process.

Position Requirements: - Professional Degree Required; advanced degree preferred with ideal candidate possessing joint-degrees in architecture and planning or urban design

• 5-8 years experience in urban design, architecture or landscape architecture 
• Experience in master planning of mixed use developments, urban re/development and revitalization, new town planning, and Transit Oriented Development preferred 
• Able to prioritize and multi-task. 
• Must be proactive, detail-oriented and a self-starter, 
• Must have excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. 
• Candidate should be proficient with AutoCAD, REVIT/BIM, Adobe Graphics Suite, and other related design software.

Please e-mail your cover letter, resume and work samples to recruit@fxfowle.com, including salary requirements. Make sure to put Intermediate Urban Designer in the subject line. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Director of Programs, Cities of Service - New York, NY

Director of Programs at Cities of Service 

Cities of Service 

Experience: 

7-10 years

Website: 

http://www.on-ramps.com/jobs/1060

Location: 

New York, NY

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: Cities of Service supports mayors and city chief executives to activate impact volunteering initiatives – city-led, citizen-powered programs that target specific needs and achieve measurable outcomes. Our coalition is comprised of more than 200 cities in the US and UK, representing more than 50 million people in 45 states, and more than 10 million in the UK. Our approach prioritizes impact, creates capacity, and instills a model that can be replicated across multiple issues. Cities use proven tools and methods to engage community members in addressing issues ranging from revitalizing neighborhoods to supporting youth and education. Residents are recast as co-producers of solutions and work side by side with municipal government to create real and lasting change. 

ABOUT THE POSITION: Cities of Service is hiring an experienced Director of Programs who will take its programming from initial concept to strategy to plan to execution. The ideal candidate will have at least eight years of experience managing programmatic delivery. This is an ideal opportunity for a creative, strategic, polished team manager who is excited to join a rapidly growing organization. The Director of Programs will report into the Executive Director and will be a thought partner and advisor to her and other senior leaders.