Entry-Level Urban Designer/Planner - Code Studio (Austin, TX)

Who: Code Studio works on plans and codes that yield vibrant, mixed use, walkable communities through creative urban infill and redevelopment strategies.

What: Code is seeking a talented entry-level urban designer/planner with a strong background in solving complex urban design and planning issues. The position’s role will include:

• Urban design and precedent research 
• Site analysis and existing conditions documentation 
• Analysis and concept diagrams 
• Site plans and area mapping 
• Illustrative plans, sections and perspective renderings, both hand and digital 
• Form-based code drafting and interpretation 
• Preparation of presentations and production of planning and urban design studies 
• Assist in managing client expectations, team communication, and consultant coordination

Regional Planner (West Burlington, IA)

Who: Southeast Iowa Regional Planning Commission

What: The Regional Planner will perform work under the direction of the Planning Director. General duties will include GIS data collection and mapping, data collection and analysis, preparing planning documents, zoning and subdivision updates and enforcement, grant writing, grant administration, project management, assisting planning staff, and other duties as needed.

Coordinating Planner - City of Chicago, IL

Coordinating Planner

Department of Planning and Development 
City of Chicago, IL

$78,492 - $80,868 a year
Job Number: 280767 

Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External: Aug 22, 2016, 11:59:00 PM 

The Coordinating Planner will be responsible for  implementing the Neighborhood Opportunity Bonus Ordinance and managing and conducting City-wide complex planning projects such as Mayor Emanuel's Industrial Corridor Modernization Initiative. In addition, the planner will  assist with Chicago Neighborhoods Now annual reports and managing and conducting regional and neighborhood planning studies. Working with other bureaus in DPD, the Coordinating Planner will facilitate planning and development activities to promote and implement the City’s economic development, design, land use, and sustainability goals.

The Coordinating Planner will develop and conduct land use planning and economic feasibility studies and apprise senior management of land use policies and plans through detailed maps, reports and presentation materials. Other responsibilities include: 1) representing the City in meetings with business and community groups, 2) managing consultants conducting land use planning and economic feasibility studies, and 3) monitoring the implementation of public and private development projects.

DUTIES

• Plan, design and  conduct large-scale planning studies and surveys impacting on land use, zoning, social and economic development issues 
• Collect and analyze land use, zoning, social and economic development data 
• Evaluate plans and implementation strategies prepared by the City, community groups, consultants and/or developers for feasibility and compliance with City development goals and prepare planning programs, position papers, maps and other graphic materials to advise senior management 
• Coordinate planning efforts between Department bureaus, City departments, community organizations, sister governmental agencies and developers for the purpose of implementing project work plans 
• Represent the department at public hearings and meetings to discuss proposed planning and redevelopment projects 
• Develop and maintain relationships with private consultants, developers and community groups regarding the implementation of planning programs and projects 
• Manage planning initiatives from original study design through the implementation of the plan’s recommendations 

Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Environmental Planning, or a directly related field, plus five years of work experience in the development and management of major planning or research studies, including two of supervisory experience related to the responsibilities of the position, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience provided that the minimum degree requirement is met.

Disclaimer - "Accredited" means any nationally or regionally accredited college, university, or law school where the applicant is enrolled in or has completed an Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Juris Doctorate degree program. 

THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE.

Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:

• Land use planning experience in a major city 
• Proficiency with GIS software programs such as ArcGIS 
• Proficiency with specialized software including Adobe Creative Suite 
• Proficiency with SketchUp 
• Demonstrated skills in both creating and delivering presentations to a wide-range of audiences 
• Experience researching trends, data, and policy in the field of Urban Planning Projects 

NOTE: To be considered for this position you must provide information about your educational background and your work experience.

You must include job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties.

(If you are a current City employee, Acting Up cannot be considered.) If you fail to provide this information at the time you submit your application, it will be incomplete and you will not be considered for this position. There are three ways to provide the information: 1) you may attach a resume; 2) you may paste a resume; or 3) you can complete the online resume fields.

This position requires applicants to complete an interview.

The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.

VETERANS PREFERENCE NOTE
The City of Chicago offers Veterans Preference to both current, active military personnel
AND  military personnel who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received an honorable or general discharge. Eligible candidates must have at least six months of active duty documented. In order to receive the veterans preference, candidates need to  indicate whether or not they are a veteran by answering “yes” or “no” to the question on the online application that asks, “Are you currently serving on active duty for at least six months in the Armed Forces of the United States
OR
have  you served in the Armed Forces of the United States on active duty for at least six months and received an honorable or general discharge?"

In addition, you must attach documentation to verify your military service. For veterans, you must attach a copy of your DD214 to your online application which includes character of service status

OR

a letter from the United States Veterans Administration on official stationary stating dates of service and character of service.

For active military personnel, you must attach a letter from your Commanding Officer on official stationary verifying your active duty, length of service, and character of service in the Armed Forces of the United States

AND

a copy of your military ID to your online application.

Failure to answer the question and attach the required documentation will result in you not being considered for the Veterans Preference.

Education & Employment Verification

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Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired you must provide, upon request, adequate information regarding your educational and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying. If you received your degree internationally, all international transcripts/diploma must be accompanied by a Foreign Credential Evaluation. If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired.

Evaluation:
Your initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application form and documents submitted with the application. Applications must be submitted by the individual applicant. No second party applications will be accepted.

An employee must be an actual resident of the City of Chicago. Proof of residency will be required at the time of employment.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation due to disability or pregnancy in order to participate in the application process,  please contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources, at 312-744-4976 (voice) or 312-744-5035 (TTY). Please be prepared to provide information in support of your reasonable accommodation request.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.

City of Chicago
Department of Human Resources
Rahm Emanuel, Mayor
Soo Choi, Commissioner

Job Posting:  Aug 8, 2016, 12:01:00 AM
BU :  20
Salary : $78,492.00-$80,868.00

Urban Designer/Planner - Town Planning & Urban Design Collaborative - Franklin, TN

Entry-Level Urban Designer/Planner
Town Planning & Urban Design Collaborative (TPUDC)Franklin, TN

Experience: 1-3 years
Salary Range: Based on experience

OVERVIEW
Town Planning & Urban Design Collaborative is seeking an amazing entry-level urban designer/planner to join our main office outside Nashville, Tennessee. If selected to fill this important position, your primary responsibilities will be assisting in the completion of project tasks and deliverables, by working on planning studies, producing planning related graphics and documents, gathering background information and data, and providing administrative support related to project tasks and TPUDC office management. Additionally, you will join the team on charrettes public engagement events around the country to provide planning and production support. You will be working directly with the Principal and Directors of TPUDC, who will provide oversight, guidance and training to develop your skills as a planner and value to the team.

THE FIRM
Town Planning & Urban Design Collaborative (TPUDC) is a national multi-disciplinary firm that specializes in urban design, zoning and land use regulations, comprehensive planning and public outreach and engagement. We work exclusively on projects that emphasize walkable, compact, diverse, mixed-use, pedestrian-friendly environments and memorable places that withstand the test of time. We have worked with towns, cities, counties, developers, and non-profit organizations from coast to coast. At any given time, we have projects underway in several different states, giving our team members opportunities to travel and work in new cities. TPUDC is based on a model of collaboration, not only among the members of our team, but with our clients and the communities in which we work. We believe that the cross-pollination of ideas yields holistic, innovative and effective solutions to planning issues.

Our office is located in historic Downtown Franklin, Tennessee, 20 minutes from Nashville, a living laboratory of traditional urbanism that is consistently named one of the top small towns in the country. We are within walking distance of a wide variety of locally-owned restaurants and retail shops perfect for lunch meetings or after-work strolls. Our office is in the 181-year-old Kenneday House on Fifth Avenue, part of a downtown walking tour that includes a number of historic homes, churches and pre-Civil War era buildings.

THE JOB
As a member of the TPUDC team, you will contribute your own skills and knowledge to a variety of projects, including:

• Site planning and urban design;
• Comprehensive planning;
• Municipal master plans and strategic plans;
• Creation of Form-Based Codes;
• Graphic design and document production;
• Marketing and outreach;
• Research and development;
• Administrative support.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities will include:

• Planning and Urban Design;
• Production of project graphics and documents using a variety of techniques and media;
• Production of 2D plans and 3D models and renderings;
• Researching and analyzing project information and background documents, including data collection and basic market analysis;
• Assisting in the development and execution of public outreach and engagement plans and activities;
• Writing comprehensive and master plan document text;
• Assisting in the writing and editing of zoning codes and ordinances;
• Managing project and company social media outlets including Facebook, Twitter, project and TPUDC website(s);
• Printing, binding, and shipping TPUDC documents (valid driver’s license and good driving record is a must);
• Finding and preparing project proposals (RFP, RFQ, etc.);
• Assisting in the development of project and document templates;
• Assisting in the development of new products and services;
• Maintain excellent customer service and business relationships by communicating in a clear and timely manner with clients, consultants, and other team members;
• Providing on-time delivery of project deliverables and ensuring that deadlines are met
• Conducting research relevant to the pursuit of excellence and innovation to help keep TPUDC on the cutting edge of the planning profession;
• Marketing and enhancing the name recognition and reputation of TPUDC by attending and participating in events, expanding our network of contacts, and fostering new project opportunities;
• Contributing new ideas and critical thinking to all TPUDC projects;
• Providing administrative support to the TPUDC team, including ordering supplies, managing the TPUDC library, organizing files and project materials, coordinating meetings and events; and maintaining an organized and welcoming office space.
• Any and all other work necessary to meet and exceed the expectations of TPUDC Principals, Directors and Clients.

In addition to these responsibilities, you will also have the opportunity to develop TPUDC’s capacity to undertake projects and offer services in your areas of passion, expertise and interest. The list of services we provide to our clients is ever-expanding, because we like to bring on team members with different knowledge and skills than our own. We’re looking for someone who is self-motivated, proactive, sound thinking, innovative, asks questions, looks for answers, and demonstrates interest and curiosity about planning-related topics. We’re looking for someone who cannot only keep up, but can be one step ahead!

TPUDC works on a number of different projects simultaneously, from year-long city coding projects to weekend design workshops. We pride ourselves on our ability to roll with the punches when it comes to client demands and changes in project scope, which often means operating on tight deadlines with short turn-arounds. We are a family-oriented team that values dinners at home and weekend adventures, but also understands the importance of the occasional all-nighter or Saturday in the office. Flexibility and balance are key! In addition, we are a small office that works closely together to accomplish tasks and undertake projects. Strong planning and urban design skills, attention to detail, excellent organization and oral and written communication skills are a must, as are the ability to problem-solve, work as a team, shift gears, multi-task, and function in bustling open studio environment with an office dog.

THE DETAILS
Proficiency in the following programs is a must:

• MS Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point
• Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• SketchUp
• AutoCAD

Bonus points if you know:

• GIS (preferably Arc-GIS software)
• Photorealistic rendering techniques & programs
• Project Management software like Microsoft Project
• Prezi

Required Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Urban Design or Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or a related field.
1-3 years of professional working experience (internships count)

TO APPLY
Send us a cover letter

Planner - City of Austin, TX

Planner III or Planner Senior

City of Austin, Texas

This posting has been edited for length.View complete job posting, including application details, here: https://www.austincityjobs.org/postings/53223

Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with major coursework in Planning, Geography, Social Science, Landscape Architecture, or a planning related field, plus five (5) years of planning related work.

Twelve (12) semester hours of relevant graduate college course work may substitute for six (6) months of required experience with a maximum substitution of two (2) years.

Experience in planning, related work may substitute for one the education up to the maximum of four (4) years.

Notes to Applicants
This position will be filled at one of the following levels, depending on applicant qualifications:

Planner III: Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college with major coursework in Planning, Geography, Social Science, Landscape Architecture, or a planning related field, plus three (3) years of experience in planning related work.

Planner Senior: Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with major coursework in Planning, Geography, Social Science, Landscape Architecture, or a planning related field, plus five (5) years of planning related work.

BOTH LEVELS:
Twelve (12) semester hours of relevant graduate college course work may substitute for six (6) months of required experience with a maximum substitution of two (2) years.

Experience in planning related work may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities specific to this position will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide technical support and participate in the evaluation of specific projects through the all development phases.
• Collect, organize, archive, and interpret relevant project data to evaluate project progress, including reports and metrics of Small Area Plans
• Support other Division planning/urban design projects, which could include: corridor plans, center plans, district-specific plans, and other Small Area Plans; public realm improvement projects; and other urban design initiatives. 
• Work with other City departments and external stakeholders and project participants.
• Conduct public outreach and engagement efforts, including public meetings and stakeholder input.
• To the extent projects use outside consultants: assist with definition of the consultant budget and scope of services; coordinate activities and communications between the consultants and City departments; review and comment on consultant deliverables.
• Serve as participant on capital projects with work performed by staff, other City Departments and consultants, providing subject matter expertise, ensuring adherence to quality, budget and schedules.

IMPORTANT!
A detailed, complete online City of Austin employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications, and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.

A cover letter and resume must be submitted, but will not substitute for a complete online City of Austin employment application.

Employment history dates must include month and year. Please verify that the employment history, dates, month, and year, on your resume exactly match the online employment application.
Pay Range

Job Close Date: 05/08/2016
Location 505 Barton Springs Road; Austin, Texas; 78704

Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of the entitlement and public planning processes.

Skilled in oral and written communication.

Ability to make effective and persuasive presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, or Council members.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
1. Researches information as requested and/or needed. Analyzes data to discover patterns and/or discrepancies.
2. Writes information reports. Writes/drafts legal documents, i.e. contracts, regulations, ordinance amendments, resolutions, etc.
3. Answers citizen questions and provide assistance. Speaks as City representative before boards, commissions, public groups, etc.
4. Reviews plats and site plans for compliance with policy codes, ordinances, standards, etc. Reviews traffic impact analyses.
5. Provides technical advice and assistance to citizens, contractors, departments, management, etc. Coordinates meetings between consultants, public, etc. and city staff. Coordinates division/section activities with other divisions/sections.
6, Interprets/explains/enforces city policies and procedures, building/land development codes specifications, ordinances, etc.
6. Conducts field checks to verify correctness of data. Reviews and evaluates various reports and studies. Maintain project files and records.
7. Develops short/long range plans.
8. Seeks/evaluates/recommends purchase of city property. Monitor contract expenditures.
9. Plans and develops survey instruments, i.e. questionnaires, rating scales, etc., and methodology for use.
10. Utilizes and modifies computer models and statistical packages for planning application.
Responsibilities – Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: None
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

EEO/ADA

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or TTY (512) 974-2445.

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

Planner/Urban Designer, Code Studio - Austin, TX

Planner/Urban Designer

Code Studio

Professional Area: 

Urban Design

Experience: 

1-3 years

Contact person: 

Colin Scarff

Phone: 

512 478 2200

Email: 

colin@code-studio.com

Website: 

http://www.code-studio.com

Location: 

Austin, TX

Are you passionate about your work? Enthusiastic, self-motivated and highly-skilled? You may be just the person we’re looking to hire. Code Studio is an Austin-based planning consulting firm that focuses on plan implementation, and is known for its elegant, visual plans, zoning and form-based codes.

We’re looking for a new planner/graphic designer to participate as part of our team. The ideal candidate would communicate well both through their work and in the office. They will bring their experience in planning, architecture, landscape architecture or urban design to our work in communities across the country. We need immediate graphic design support including the creation of 3-D building and urban design models, and preparation of highly visual documents and elegant maps. We anticipate moving this person into an associate-level position over time.

The successful candidate will have:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design or Planning (Master’s Degree and work experience preferred);
• Strong graphic design skills, with an advanced knowledge of InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and SketchUp;
• Working knowledge of GIS;
• Excellent document writing and editing skills;
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, clients and other consultants effectively; and
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to conduct independent research and analysis.

Compensation is negotiable, but will include health care, paid time off and paid holidays, as well as the possibility of an annual bonus.

Interested applicants should apply to: colin@code-studio.com. Please include, attach or link to the following items in your email: cover letter, resume, salary requirements, and your portfolio/work samples. No calls please. Your cover letter must answer the questions below to be considered:

• What excites you about our company?
• What tasks would you see yourself conducting on behalf of the firm?
• What key assets do you bring to the firm?
• What challenges do you anticipate in working with the firm?

Code Studio is an equal opportunity employer

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

Associate Planner, Clarion Associates - Chapel Hill, NC

Associate Planner

Clarion Associates

Email: 

hiring@clarionassociates.com

Location: 

Chapel Hill, NC

\Clarion Associates  |  Associate Planner (Comprehensive Planning)

Clarion Associatesis a nationally recognized consulting firm specializing in land-use planning, sustainability, zoning and plan implementation, and historic preservation.  We have offices in Chapel Hill, North Carolina; Denver, Colorado; and affiliated offices in Chicago, Cincinnati, and Philadelphia.  For more information, please see www.clarionassociates.com.

About the Position: We are looking for a full-time associate who will be an integral part of our growing Chapel Hill office.  Primary responsibilities for this position will be to provide support for all aspects of the firm’s planning practice, including, but not limited to:

• Research and analysis of trends and best practices;
• Preparation of community outreach materials and participation in public meetings;
• Advanced GIS analysis and mapping;
• Preparation and proofreading of complex and graphic rich plan documents (using both Microsoft Word and InDesign);
• Development of website and social media content;
• Preparation of proposals and other marketing materials; and
• Preparation of concept diagrams, site plans, and 3-D illustrations.

The successful candidate will be a highly motivated team player, capable of juggling multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment and interacting with clients and members of the public.   Candidates will be expected to meet high standards of professional quality. 

Location:  The position will be located in Clarion’s Chapel Hill office in Southern Village, but the successful candidate may also work closely with our Denver office.  Candidates must either live in the Chapel Hill area or be willing to relocate; daily telecommuting is not available for this position.  Some travel is required.

Requirements: The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of related professional experience.  The candidate must be a strong writer with an eye for translating complex ideas and information into concise, user-friendly materials and documents.  In addition, the candidate should have excellent oral English communication skills and be comfortable with public speaking. Dual language skills are a plus.  Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and ArcGIS required.  Working knowledge of Sketch-Up, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, or other graphics programs is also required.

This is a full-time position.  We provide a full range of competitive benefits and compensation commensurate with experience.  Clarion Associates is an equal opportunity employer.

To apply: Send a resume and cover letter, writing sample, and a portfolio illustrating your writing, graphics, and GIS capabilities (10 pages maximum) tohiring@clarionassociates.com no later than 5:00 p.m. on October 13, 2015.  Our review process opens immediately and we will consider resume submissions as they arrive.

Designer, Part Time or Full Time, PlaceWorks - Berkeley, CA

Designer - Part Time or Full Time

PlaceWorks

Professional Area: 

Urban Design

Experience: 

1-3 years

Email: 

careers@placeworks.com

Website: 

http://www.placeworks.com

Location: 

Berkeley, CA

PlaceWorks is a multi-disciplinary firm of approximately 110 planners, urban designers, landscape architects, and technical specialists in several offices working in the fields of city planning, environmental review, urban design, landscape architecture, GIS, and public participation.  We have a strong commitment to sustainable planning and design, as well as empowering and improving communities.   Please take a look at our website (www.placeworks.com) to find out more about the work we do.

We are seeking a talented designer to provide exceptional graphics support for our Berkeley office. This multi-disciplinary position plays a vital role in assisting a diverse team of planners, urban designers, and landscape architects. In addition to traditional print graphic design, the candidate will have the opportunity to work on a wide array of technology and media related projects, such as: web design and development, video content and animations, 3D modeling, visualizations, and map making, just to name a few.

We have a fast-paced office filled with employees that can multi-task on a wide-range of projects.  The position’s workload will vary. The ideal candidate will have the following:

Responsibilities:

¨  Create layouts of documents and materials of various types and sizes, ranging from postcards to 100-page magazine-style plans.

¨  Assist in developing outreach campaigns and branding concepts (logos, templates, and colors) for a range of planning projects.

¨  Assist in developing client websites using WordPress, with some HTML and CSS tinkering.

¨  Assist in creating outreach videos and animations.

¨  Assist in 3D modeling and rendering using SketchUp, and post-production work using Photoshop.

Skills and Abilities:

¨  Clearly understand the interplay between spacing, color, typography, and geometries.

¨  Expert knowledge in Adobe Creative Suite, Word, and PowerPoint isrequired.

¨  Experience in WordPress and web development isrequired.

¨  Experience in SketchUp, 3D modeling, animations, and video content is highly desired.

¨  Familiarity with ArcGIS and map making is desired, but not required. 

Education and Experience:

¨  2 years of related experience performing the responsibilities listed above.

¨  Degree in Urban Studies, Graphic Design, or related field.

We offer a competitive salary, generous benefits, and a casual yet focused work environment. PlaceWorks is an equal opportunity employer.

Junior Urban Designer, Van Meter Williams Pollack LLP - San Francisco, CA

Junior Urban Designer

Van Meter Williams Pollack LLP

Professional Area: 

Urban Design

Email: 

vmwpsf@gmail.com

Website: 

http://vmwp.com

Location: 

San Francisco, CA

JUNIOR URBAN DESIGNER POSITION

Van Meter Williams Pollack, an award winning multi-disciplinary architecture and urban design firm based in San Francisco and Denver, is looking for a junior urban designer to join its San Francisco office. We are an open and progressive office
 with a variety of challenging projects.

Van Meter Williams Pollack’s urban design work includes transit-oriented design; master planning and specific plans, design guidelines, and development prototyping. Each of our projects includes an active community process where we work together with citizens and local stakeholders in workshops, charrettes, and meetings to prioritize goals and create a future vision of their place.

The Junior Urban Designer will assist in all aspects of the urban design work at VMWP including graphic production, presentations, marketing and production of documents. Strong graphic skills and competency in the following software programs are encouraged: Sketch Up, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and ArchiCAD. Hand-drawing skills are a plus. Candidates must work well within a team and individually in an interactive studio environment. A master's degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Planning, or Urban Design is preferred.

To apply, e-mail resume, cover letter, and portfolio to:

Van Meter Williams Pollack

E-mail: vmwpsf @ gmail.com

Please, no telephone inquiries.

Urban Design Intern, City of Urbana - Urbana, IL

Urban Design Intern
City of Urbana - Urbana, IL

Openings as of 9/2/2015 Urban Design Intern JobID: 192 Position Type: Internship/Community Development Closing Date: 09/18/2015  Location: Urbana City Building Date Available: When filled $13.00 – $15.00/hr., depending on qualifications 8-15 hours per week, minimum 8 weeks The Planning Division of the City of Urbana Community Development Department is accepting applications for an Urban Design Intern. Working closely with City Planning staff, the selected candidate will provide computer renderings that illustrate urban design and building form concepts for use in the Downtown design overlay district. These guidelines will become part of the City’s Downtown Urbana Plan, which will support preservation of the downtown’s historic character by ensuring that new development respects and enhances the City core. Responsibilities:  Specifically, the Urban Design Intern will provide renderings to illustrate architectural and urban design concepts such as recessed entryways, varied ground floor heights, different levels of façade glazing, awnings and signage, and varied levels of height and massing. Who We’re Looking For: • Candidates should be upper-level undergraduates (juniors/seniors) or graduate students in good standing, or recent graduates, in a relevant field such as Architecture or Urban Design. • Proficiency using Google Sketch Up or other 3D drafting software. Use of other graphic design or drafting software such as Adobe Illustrator may also be considered. • A strong working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite software is also required. • Able to work with regular, reliable, and punctual attendance. • Able to completing work and projects in a thorough and timely manner. • Able to understand and following directions from the supervisor and City staff, posted work rules, and procedures. How to Submit Portfolio Materials  Submit your materials in electronic format only. Printed submissions will not be reviewed. • The preferred file type for submissions is PDF. Other acceptable file types are TIFF or high quality JPEG. • If possible, submit your work together in one PDF file. Include your first and last name, and the words “intern,” in the name of the file. For example, a file named “Doe, Jane intern.pdf” is acceptable. • If you submit individual files, include a number 1-8 in the file name to avoid duplication. For example, “Doe, Jane intern 3.jpg” is acceptable for the third of eight submissions. • Acceptable methods to submit include: 1. Upload your submissions to Google Drive or similar cloud storage, and then provide the shareable link on your application (preferred method). Please share your folder with Jeff Engstrom, Planner II, at: jengstrom@urbanaillinois.us . 2. Attaching your submissions in an e-mail to jengstrom@urbanaillinois.us . Please limit attachment file size to 5 MB each. 3. Mailing or delivering a thumb drive or flash drive to: City of Urbana Attn: Jeff Engstrom 400 S. Vine Street Urbana, Illinois 61801 Note: Submitted flash drives will not be mailed back to applicants. After you have received the results of your examination, you may visit the Civil Service office within 3 months to claim your flash drive, should you wish. Unclaimed flash drives will be recycled after 3 months. Applications are due by 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, 2015 6 days ago -  save job » View or apply to job