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Business Services Analyst II (Planning & Development) - Memphis & Shelby County

Who: Memphis and Shelby County (Tennessee) - Department of Planning and Development

What: The Business Services Analyst is responsible for the review, analysis, and evaluation of processes, systems, and user needs for projects and procedures associated with individual departments or the division; coordinate processes to ensure that the information systems support departmental business operational needs; serves as the first point of contact for coworkers and departmental liaisons regarding the use of designated information systems; gathers data to develop or contribute to the development of business plans and strategies; tracks performance of core business processes associated with individual departments or the division; assist the County IT staff in understanding the operational need for both automated and manual solutions to the business systems and procedures. Responsibilities include:

Business Administrative Associate, Academic Computing and Communications Center - UIC

Who: The Academic Computing and Communications Center is an agile organization, with a collaborative and team centered environment that provides IT leadership, academic technology infrastructure and services at University of Illinois at Chicago.

What: Business Administrative Associate (CIO, Chief of Staff). This position will help identify, track, and follow-up with constituents on requests and projects as needed. Help identify communications and documentation gaps and work with stakeholders to remediate. Work with the CIO and track regular and scheduled to-do items and projects. Identify necessary staff communications. Organize staff and coordinate campus events and meetings, including agenda items, presentation materials, content, and logistics. Prepare materials for meetings for the CIO. Take ownership of issues brought to the CIO and work with ACCC directors and others to follow-up on and track those issues or projects. Manage and work on special projects with internal and external partners, such as the strategic plan, annual reports, etc. Review, prioritize, and delegate or respond to communications received by the CIO. Draft announcements, speeches, documents, and presentations for the Provost/Chancellor/IT Governance/Deans/Committees and other campus units or external entities. Participate and assist ACCC Directors in the development and implementation of Policies. Represent the CIO in meetings and projects as assigned. Manage the CIO’s website. Key responsibilities include:

Plan & Design Specialist (Deerfield)

Who: Village of Deerfield, IL - Community Development Department

What: Under the direction of the Principal Planner, and working with the Planner I, the Planning & Design Specialist will be primarily responsible for all Appearance Review Commission processes working closely with petitioners as they go through the development phases from start to finish. In addition, this position will provide professional and technical support to all planning-related activities of the Community Development Department. The Planning & Design Specialist will also be involved with a variety of special projects as assigned.

Special Assistant & Project Administrator – Urban Institute (DC)

Who: Urban Institute, Research to Action Lab

What: The special assistant and project administrator will support the Chief Innovation Officer (CIO) and Vice President of the Research to Action Lab. S/he is responsible for ensuring the seamless execution of all the CIOs activities and daily schedule with a high degree of professionalism, sensitivity to important relationships, and attentiveness to issues requiring the CIO's attention. S/he will also manage special projects as needed. Ideally, this individual will have an interest in better understanding the Washington policy landscape, the broad range of social and economic issues addressed by Urban Institute researchers, and nonprofit organizational management, as well as be motivated to pursue a career in policy or a related field.
The ideal candidate will be well equipped to function in a fast-paced office under dynamic conditions. S/he will be entrepreneurial, solutions-oriented and experienced in envisioning, implementing and managing organizational systems that accommodate large influxes of information and utilize the full range of modern office software and communications technology. The special assistant will be able to work independently on projects, from conception to completion. Responsibilities include:

Special Projects Manager, Schmitz & Associates, Inc. - Agoura Hills, CA

Special Projects Manager 

Schmitz & Associates, Inc.
Professional Area: 
Land-Use Management and Code Enforcement
Experience: 
More than 10 years
Email: 
pdaniel@schmitzandassociates.net
Location: 
Agoura HillsCA
Qualified candidates must have at least 10 years of professional experience as a municipal planner or private sector planning consultant. Candidates with demonstrated management experience are preferred. Only candidates with exceptional professional writing skills will be considered. Candidate must have excellent critical thinking and time management skills. Candidates must understand land-use regulations and policies in Southern California communities. AICP; Graduate degree preferred.
Supervises, guides and responds to team's efforts on all projects, including providing direction at the onset and throughout the life of a project.
Workload Management General Management of Associates, including training new associates Client management and billing, including weekly client billing analysis Communicate and coordinate with prospective clients.
We are a land-use consulting and planning company located in Agoura Hills. For the past 20+ years, our team of skilled planners have assisted hundreds of clients throughout California. From the conceptual design phase to the public hearing process, we offer the requisite land-use planning services.
We are looking to fill this position immediately.
Please e-mail your resume, statement of interest, and a brief writing sample to Paula at pdaniel@schmitzandassociates.net
Salary: DOE

Special Projects Planner, Shreveport Metropolitan Planning Commission of Caddo Parish - Shreveport, LA

Special Projects Planner 

Shreveport Metropolitan Planning Commission of Caddo Parish
Experience: 
5-7 years
Contact person: 
Diane Tullos

Phone: 
318-673-6480
Fax: 
318-673-6461
Email: 
Diane.Tullos@shreveportla.gov
Location: 
ShreveportLA
Notice of Position Opening
Special Projects Planner
The Shreveport/Caddo Parish Metropolitan Planning Commission (MPC) is an independent agency enabled by Louisiana State statute to manage the orderly development of the City of Shreveport, Louisiana and extra jurisdictional territory up to five miles beyond the city limits. The agency is governed by a nine member citizen board comprised of appointees of the local governing bodies.  The board delegates the authority for the daily and long range operations of the agency to an Executive Director appointed by the MPC.
The City of Shreveport and Caddo Parish (County), beginning in 2011 adopted a new comprehensive plan, began the process of developing a new unified development code, and has undertaken other initiatives to implement the comprehensive plan. To continue our emphasis on strategic planning, the Executive Director is seeking a qualified candidate whose primary initial role shall include the duties described herein.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Special Projects Planner is responsible for the management and coordination of specific assigned projects and programs which may include complex planning projects, master plan implementation, policy and ordinance development, and strategic planning initiatives. Manages outreach and information to support the agency’s programs and activities including website content, media releases, and written reports and materials.  Researches and develops new project recommendations for the organization including training and funding opportunities. Serves, at the discretion of the Executive Director, as his designated liaison with various organizations, community groups, and stakeholders.  Works under moderate supervision with a high degree of latitude in order to exercise initiative and independent judgment.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
  • Performs advanced professional work related to a variety of planning assignments.
  • Manages complex planning studies, development applications and reviews consultant proposals.
  • Develops project budgets, administers bidding process, verifies contract expenditures and compliance.
  • Conducts research and prepares statistical reports on land use, physical, social and economic issues.
  • Presents reports and other findings to staff, MPC Board, Zoning Board of Appeals, City Council and Parish Commission.
  • Assists in the implementation of the adopted Shreveport-Caddo 2030 Great Expectations Master Plan. 
  • Monitors compliance with the Master Plan objectives and provides periodic reports on implementation progress.
  • Serves as the Executive Director’s designated liaison in communicating and coordinating activities with government departments, elected leaders, appointed boards and private or nonprofit groups as it relates to the content or policies of the adopted plan and other planning initiatives.
  • Assists with the coordination, adoption and implementation of the Unified Development Code (UDC).
  • Coordinates, composes, designs, and edits agency website content and publications.
  • Identifies funding opportunities and writes grant applications for the organization.
  • Conducts benchmarking and analysis of best practices to enhance internal policies and procedures.
  • Provides basic support working with correspondence, editing documents, meeting coordination, and conference/workshop planning.
  • Provides advocacy and assistance to various entities, including neighborhood or citizen groups, in moving toward development of neighborhood plans in the Planning Districts or Sub-districts identified in the comprehensive plan.
  • Participates in the development of any new components or amendments to the comprehensive plan including a minimum five-year plan review and update process.
  • Develops and conducts surveys or develops other tools designed to solicit input from area residents regarding a variety of planning topics and issues.
  • Organizes, conducts and reports on citizen outreach efforts in connection with specific planning efforts.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS
         Education and Experience
         The Special Projects Planner position requires a master’s degree in planning or related field and four years of professional planning experience.  The MPC will consider candidates possessing a bachelor’s degree in planning or a related field and six years of professional planning experience.  AICP Certification is preferred.  Must have strong communications skills as well as experience with   developing content for reports, media releases, and websites.  Experience working in a governmental entity is preferred.
           Knowledge
  •  Advanced knowledge of the philosophies, practices & techniques of planning.
  • Well-developed knowledge of one or more planning disciplines, such as urban design, affordable housing, economic development, or land use.
  • Knowledge and experience in inner city development and redevelopment issues and strategies.
  • Knowledge of principles, methodology, practices of research and data collection.
  • Knowledge of effective writing techniques
  • Knowledge of computer hardware and software programs, which include Microsoft Office, Internet applications, and GIS.
        Skills and Abilities
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills for preparing and presenting planning reports and projects.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills for facilitating relationships with elected/appointed officials or other decision makers.
  • Project management experience.
  • Creative problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve less well-defined planning problems.
  • Group facilitation skills for use with community workshops.
  • Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously.
  • Ability to manage projects effectively and meet firm deadlines.
  • Ability to exercise initiative without supervision or guidance.
  • Ability to keep the Executive Director up-to-date at all times on all key issues and to follow through effectively on implementing his decisions and requests.
  • Consistently demonstrates respect, responsiveness, and professionalism towards others while providing superior service for customers.
  • Works effectively with colleagues, subordinates, and supervisors from all backgrounds and levels.
Salary Range
$62,000 - $72,000 annually
Deadline and Form of Response
A letter of interest, resume, six professional references, and salary history will be accepted by e-mail or postal service until the close of business on February 3, 2015 as follows:
Attention:  Mark W. Sweeney, AICP, Executive Director
Shreveport/Caddo Parish MPC
505 Travis Street, Suite 440
Shreveport, LA 71101

Economic Development & Special Projects Coordinator, Kendall County - Yorkville, IL

Economic Development & Special Projects Coordinator
Kendall County seeks a full-time professional to coordinate the County's
economic development programs and assist the County Administrator on
special administrative projects as assigned.  Job description and
application can be found at
www.co.kendall.il.us/employment/<http://www.co.kendall.il.us/employment/>.
 Hiring salary range $45,000 - $48,000 (DOQ).  Please mail application,
cover letter, resume with professional references by January 30, 2015 to:
Kendall County, c/o Administration Econ Dev Position, 111 West Fox Street,
Yorkville, IL  60560