Supervisory Community Planner - Federal Transit Administration

Closing date: 04/08/2024
Salary: $163,964-$191,900
Location: Washington DC

Summary

The employee serves as a Supervisory Community Planner in the Planning Grants Management and Implementation Division, Office of Planning, Office of Planning and Environment, Federal Transit Administration, Department of Transportation. The incumbent works to successfully implement Federal planning and capital grants, manage transit-oriented development planning activities and supports delivery of technical assistance on metropolitan and statewide transportation planning.

Full description and application available here.

Transportation Equity Manager - Center for Neighborhood Technology

Who: Center for Neighborhood Technology

What: The Center for Neighborhood Technology (CNT) works to build more livable and sustainable urban communities. CNT fulfills this mission by delivering game-changing research, data tools and solutions, and on-the-ground demonstrations to address environmental and social challenges and make advocacy successful in neighborhoods across the country. CNT is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporation, funded through philanthropic sources, government agencies and service contracts with businesses and government agencies.

Since its founding in 1978, CNT’s work has fueled a generation of community development and learning institutions, earning a reputation as an economic innovator and leader in the field of creative sustainable development. CNT combines rigorous research with effective action to achieve substantial improvements in public policy and private markets across sectors and fields. CNT’s work was recognized with a 2009 MacArthur Award for Creative and Effective Institutions.

See our website for more information at www.cnt.org.

Transportation Equity Manager position

CNT is seeking an innovative and committed leader to serve as manager of CNT’s transportation program, with a specific focus on transportation equity. The organization has a history of leadership in the transportation field and is recognized as a national innovator and effective advocate in the field of environmental justice and transportation equity. CNT has significant analytical strength, as shown in several recent products: the pioneering H+T Index, which demonstrates the hidden transportation costs in housing location decisions; the Right-Size Parking Calculator, which helps communities more realistically plan for parking needs; AllTransit, which compares transit access across the nation; equitable Transit Oriented Development (eTOD), which allows analysis of housing affordability near transit; and Cargo Oriented Development (COD), which demonstrates the use of freight transportation assets to leverage sustainable, industrial redevelopment. CNT also launched one of the nation’s first car-sharing companies, I-Go. CNT has leveraged these tools to assess transportation equity in cities around the nation through the Equity and Smart Mobility report and actively engage in pressing policy conversations in the Chicago Region, including the recently enacted congestion fees on transportation network companies and a soon-to-be released report evaluating the city’s e-scooter pilot.

With the hire of this position, CNT intends to strengthen its work in the transportation field. Equity and environmental justice will remain a priority, and CNT will use its analytical strength, policy understanding, and experience in advocacy, community engagement, and development to ensure that transportation investments support equitable outcomes. In particular, CNT will dive deeper into the impact of disruptive transportation technologies on our cities, suburbs, and society in general; the organization will continue to advocate for diverse mobility options, with the most direct focus on public transit as well as freight and logistics. CNT also will continue to take a broad and multidisciplinary view of the transportation system, with attention to its impacts on energy use, climate sustainability and resilience, housing accessibility and cost, economic development, and similar considerations.

Several example of ongoing and upcoming projects that are within the portfolio of the transportation equity manager include:

• In partnership with TransitCenter, evaluate and establish national best practices for use of equity-focused performance measures in public transit operations, policy decisions, and capital expenditures.
• In partnership with numerous advocates and community-based organizations, scope and launch a transportation equity network in the Chicago region, and use this as a vehicle for significant future analytical and policy work.
• Maintain close connections with the City of Chicago, among other cities, on evaluation and policymaking around regulation and pricing of transportation network company services, micro mobility services like scooters, and other innovations.
• Other projects with similar scopes and outcomes.

CNT is based in Chicago and does significant work in the Chicago metropolitan area and surrounding states, but also works on a national basis. The transportation equity manager’s interests and ambitions should reflect CNT’s national profile.

CNT expects that the transportation equity manager will contribute to all the above activities in the following ways:

• Thought leadership. The transportation equity manager will be responsible for positioning CNT at the forefront of transportation policy discussions, particularly in terms of equity.
• Program development and management. The transportation equity manager will organize CNT’s various transportation initiatives into a coherent program, and will explore, initiate, and manage discrete projects within the larger program. Responsibilities include developing multi-year goals and managing projects and programs. 
• Research and analysis. The transportation equity manager will engage with CNT’s urban analytics department on the production of innovative, original analysis. Strong analytical abilities are a plus, as well as the ability to work with analysts on joint projects. The transportation equity manager will promote the use of CNT’s analytical tools related to transportation and will help guide the design of these tools so that they are as useful to practitioners as possible.
• Demonstration program management. CNT’s research and analysis are not theoretical but applied to real world cases. The transportation equity manager should be capable of contributing to direct implementation of CNT’s ideas.
• Advocacy and communications. The transportation equity manager will represent CNT externally in a variety of settings – sometimes supporting existing policies and proposals, but sometimes offering criticisms and challenging the status quo. 
• Fundraising and program support. In collaboration with other senior staff, the transportation equity manager will support fundraising efforts for the transportation program. With support from others at CNT, the transportation equity manager will cultivate new funding opportunities, expand existing funding relationships, seek funding from both philanthropic sources and competitive RFPs, and build productive partnerships with other organizations and companies.

Skills, knowledge, and abilities

• Commitment to equity, environmental justice, and sustainability. 
• Knowledge of emerging issues in transportation and understanding of their potential to affect our cities and broader society.
• Multi-disciplinary interest, and ability to coordinate with CNT’s ongoing activities in other topics, including water, climate, energy, and sustainable economic development.
• Strong communication abilities and willingness to engage with external stakeholders, including government, private sector, and the media, among others.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to work with analytical staff. 
• Willingness to work in a mission-driven organization to accomplish challenging goals. 
• Ability and willingness to work as part of a multidisciplinary and diverse team.
• Ability to lead, manage and motivate staff to achieve desired results.

This position requires education in urban planning, transportation planning, public policy, or related field and at least 3-8 years of professional experience.

This position reports directly to CNT’s CEO, and will also work closely with the Vice President of Government Affairs.

Employment Policy: It is the policy of the Center for Neighborhood Technology that all employees are employed at the will of the Center for Neighborhood Technology. Continued employment is subject to funding availability and job performance.

Anti-Discrimination Policy: The Center for Neighborhood Technology is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age disability, veteran status, or marital status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, termination, promotion, transfer, layoff, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

How to Apply

Please email cover letter and resume by February 3, 2020 to Bridget Torres, bridget@cnt.org. Or submit by mail:

Center for Neighborhood Technology
17 N State, Suite 1400
Chicago, IL
60602

Please write Transportation Equity Manager in the subject line or on the envelope. No phone calls please.

Planner - South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association - East Hazelcrest, IL

Planner

South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association (SSMMA)

East Hazelcrest, IL

The South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association (SSMMA) seeks a Planner. SSMMA is a Council of Government representing 46 communities in south Cook and eastern Will counties. SSMMA is involved in transportation, housing, economic development, open space, environmental, broadband and other issues important to our member communities and our region. SSMMA’s GIS department supports these activities and maintains the South Suburban Atlas which provides efficient, innovative and high quality GIS services to members of the South Suburban GIS Consortium. For more information on SSMMA, please see our website www.ssmma.org.

Position Description
The Planner will be responsible for the following tasks:
• Collect, organize, analyze, and input data used by SSMMA Housing staff and South Suburban Land
Bank and Development Authority (SSLBDA) staff to identify, evaluate, and make inferences on
trends used to assist with decision-making using ArcGIS and Microsoft Excel.
• Conduct research and prepare resultsfor use by SSMMA staff on planning initiatives, site development opportunities, and local ordinances.
• Update and maintain records pertaining to properties donated, purchased, or considered by the
SSLBDA.
• Provide planning technical assistance to SSMMA staff, member municipalities and regional partners.
• Work to promote Transit Oriented Development (TOD) in the SSMMA region in conjunction with
Enterprise Community Partners.
• Assist SSMMA member municipalities with TOD and housing plans.
• Collaborate with municipalities and partner organizations on regional planning initiatives.
• Assist with updating the SSMMA housing website.
• Participate in SSMMA-related events.

Required Skills
The Planner should have a working knowledge of ArcGIS software including ESRI ArcGIS 10.3 and ArcGIS Online. Familiarity with ESRI Business Analyst Online, ESRI Network Analyst, and ESRI Spatial Analyst is desirable.

A bachelor’s or Master’s degree in progress in urban and regional planning or related field of study is
required. Relevant professional experience may be substituted for education.

This is a full time (35 hours/week), salaried position and includes a fringe benefit package. South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association is an equal opportunity employer. Salary is negotiable and is dependent upon qualifications.

The position will remain open until August 12, 2016 at 4:00pm. Please respond with your cover letter
and resume, or with questions about the position by email (preferred), fax or mail to:

Lakeshia Wright, AICP
South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association
1904 W. 174th Street

East Hazel Crest, Illinois  60429 

Phone: 708.922.4675
Fax: 708.206.1133
Lakeshia.Wright@ssmma.org

Senior Planner - METRA Rail - Chicago, IL

Senior Planner
METRA Rail
Chicago, IL

Posting No. 489

Posting Period: April 22, 2016 – Until Filled

Applicant screening will begin Immediately

Summary of Duties
The Senior Planner will perform planning activities in support of Metra's strategic planning efforts and other regional, corridor, and station planning studies of the Metra rail system including planning for major capital expansion projects. Responsible for leading commuter rail planning studies and managing Metra involvement in Transit Oriented Development (TOD) and related studies. Perform statistical, geographic and other quantitative and qualitative analysis. Oversee the development of commuter rail planning reports. Lead the development of various proposals, initiatives, and responses to regulatory guidelines. Manage Metra involvement in various planning studies and on related committees. Participate in and executes elements of commuter rail planning studies involving a wide range of transportation planning and policy analysis issues. Part of leadership of Metra spatial and mapping data, including establishing standard practices for their use. Manage the development of applications for competitive funding sources. Oversee large independent planning study efforts with a significant level of autonomy. Provide analytical or other support to other departments and/or divisions within Metra. Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree Urban, Regional, Transportation Planning, Business Administration, Geography, Economics, Statistics, Applied Mathematics or related discipline. Master degree preferred.
• Must have four (4) years experience of hands-on experience with statistical analyses, other quantitative analyses, geographic analysis, data management or travel demand forecasting. Some experience should include significant project/task management. 
• Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) required.
• Experience with both quantitative and qualitative methods required.
• Must be able to read and interpret technical materials.
• Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

All employees are responsible for performing their job safely and in accordance with the safety objectives, goals and program of the organization, ensuring compliance with applicable safety rules and regulations.

Other Important Information

Selected candidates are subject to a physical examination/drug test and background check to verify information regarding education, employment, vehicle and criminal history. Relocation is not available for this position.

To apply for a position at Metra, please send your cover letter which must include the position title, your resume and salary history to the following email. Please be sure to list the job title in the subject line of your email.

E-mail: jobs@metrarr.com

Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Metra does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this employment position.

Metra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, disability or any protected categories, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

Metra / 547 W. Jackson Blvd. / Chicago, IL 60661

Planning Manager - Palmdale, CA

Planning Manager/Principal PlannerCity of Palmdale

Professional Area:
Land-Use Management and Code Enforcement
Transportation Planning
Website: http://www.cityofpalmdale.org/jobs
Location: Palmdale, CA

Planning Manager and Principal Planner

An amazing opportunity to not only build your career, but to leave your legacy

Imagine coming to work where you’re not only doing a job, but actually helping create a lifestyle for the future. On your plate will be the challenges and opportunities of developing a community where two high speed rail systems will converge in a multi-modal transportation center that will connect cities such as Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego and Las Vegas … a community with expectations of attracting a growing, diverse population that desires housing with bustling retail close by … a rapidly expanding medical industry … and long-term aerospace opportunities that attract the best and the brightest from across the nation.

The City of Palmdale is that community. It’s a place where you can bring your experiences to new, uncharted heights as Planning Manager or Principal Planner. This is an opportunity for you to not only build your career, but to leave your legacy.

Because of all that is coming to Palmdale, these positions are unlike any other in California. The right candidates should be familiar with transit- oriented development, CEQA, NEPA, multi-modal planning, regional planning and regionalism, have experience with agencies such as SCAG, Los Angeles Metro and Caltrans, and knowledge of California Assembly Bill 32 and Senate Bill 375. Great character, creativity and imagination are essential to these positions.

What’s Coming

Over the next two decades and beyond, Palmdale will undergo a remarkable transformation to become a city of tomorrow. As part of the planning team, you will help create a dynamic new community and shape our future. Among the many projects on the horizon are:

High Speed Rail/Multimodal Transportation — The California High Speed Rail project is underway, with a station planned to be operational in Palmdale around 2022. It will connect with the Xpress West High Speed Rail system from Las Vegas, making Palmdale the only city in the nation with two high speed rail systems converging in one location.

Development of and connectivity with the Palmdale Regional Airport and other local modes of transportation including the High Desert Corridor, Metrolink and Antelope Valley Transit Authority will create new and exciting opportunities for our future.

Transit Oriented Development — This new multimodal transportation dynamic is leading the way for Palmdale’s transformation. Grant funded studies are underway for development of the downtown areas surrounding the multi-modal station, which include land use/zoning, housing, retail and restaurants, all with a focus on creating a destination — a desirable place that would provide a wide range of opportunities for existing and future residents and workers. For details, please visit www.cityofpalmdale.org/projects/AveQ; www.cityofpalmdale.org/TOD;and www.cityofpalmdale.org/projects/ATP.

Housing/Business Development — Growth is coming to Palmdale. Projections of 206,000 residents by 2040 means new housing development is forthcoming. Several housing developments will be underway, and the City’s Neighborhood Services Department will create innovative affordable housing opportunities as well. Manufacturing and business continue to grow as well as Palmdale’s newest economic driver — health care. The future Oasis Wellness Village, located adjacent to the acclaimed Palmdale Regional Medical Center, will merge medical and commercial to create a regional continuum of care. For details, please visitwww.oasiswellnessvillage.com.

General Plan — The City will need to update its General Plan to accommodate the exciting growth and changes that are on the way. Everything from transportation to parks, and new regional highways to a potential inland port near the airport requires a fresh new vision for Palmdale.

Palmdale: Perfectly Positioned

Palmdale is currently a city of 154,000 residents located 60 miles northwest of Los Angeles. We’re perfectly positioned for an easy drive to world-class beaches, skiing, fishing and entertainment.

But you’re going to want to stick around and enjoy all our amenities. We have outstanding parks, an amphitheater, a water park, opportunities for hiking, biking, horseback riding and golfing, as well as the region’s premier shopping and dining choices right in our own backyard. With all this and 300+ days of sunshine a year, you’ll soon see why our motto is “a place to call home.”

Our Organization

We pride ourselves on being a great place to work. Our mission is to provide a high level of service to the City and our residents by attracting, developing and retaining a diverse, well-qualified and professional workforce that reflects the high standards of the community we serve. We are guided by a set of values that empower us to be committed to service, grounded in integrity, to cultivate greatness, nurture teamwork and master the possibilities of what Palmdale can be.

To learn more about our values, please visit www.cityofpalmdale.org/values.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including 11 paid holidays, 4/10 work schedule, administrative leave, sick leave, CalPERS retirement, a wellness program, health, dental/vision, long-term disability, a $50,000 life insurance policy and more.

Are you ready to leave your legacy?

To learn more and apply, please visit www.cityofpalmdale.org/jobs.

Senior Regional Transportation Planner, Metropolitan Area Planning Council - Boston, MA

Senior Regional Transportation Planner

Metropolitan Area Planning Council 

Professional Area: 

Transportation Planning

Experience: 

More than 10 years

Location: 

Boston, MA

The Metropolitan area Planning Council (MAPC) is the regional planning agency serving the people who live and work in the 101 cities and towns of Metropolitan Boston. Our mission is to promote smart growth and regional collaboration. Our regional plan, MetroFuture, guides our work as we engage the public in responsible stewardship of our region’s future. The MAPC Transportation Department works at the local, regional, and state level to create a transportation system that is accessible, equitable, environmentally sound, and supports the growth of housing and jobs in locations that will produce fewer auto trips.

Duties include: conduct place-based and regional studies that combine transportation and land use recommendations to advance smart growth goals of mixed-use development near transit with streetscapes that are walkable and bikable.

The Senior Planner will be expected to work collaboratively with other staff as both a project manager and in providing task specific planning to support the work of other project managers and departments. The position also participates in regional and state-wide working groups and supports MAPC’s work with the Boston Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO).

Qualifications: Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree plus 10 year of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree plus 6 years relevant experience, in transportation planning, city/regional planning, engineering, public policy, or a related field. Ideal candidates would have experience with regional transportation planning, corridor studies, combined land use and transportation planning, transit oriented development, parking planning, public meetings, Metropolitan Planning Organizations, and working with state or local government.

Compensation is consistent with experience. Starting salary ranges from $60,000 to $70,000 depending on experience. MAPC employees receive an excellent state employee benefits package, including group health insurance.

Candidates must have legal authorization to work in the USA and a valid driver’s license and/or the ability to arrange transportation to meetings in different parts of the region.

MAPC is an EOE/AA employer. MAPC takes pride in the diversity of its workforce and encourages all qualified persons to apply.

SEE COMPLETE JOB AD AT www.mapc.org (Jobs at MAPC) AND APPLY AT LINK SHOWN THERE. Please attach a cover letter and resume. The position is open until filled.

Posted 11-4-15. Barbara Wooten, Manager of Human Resources.

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.

Urban Designers, Page/BMS Design Group - San Francisco, CA

Urban Designers

Page/BMS Design Group

Location: 

San Francisco, CA

Urban Designers

Page is a national award-winning design and planning firm with over 450 staff in six offices in major cities throughout the U.S.  In 2014, BMS Design Group, a well-known west coast urban design, planning and landscape firm joined Page, to provide enhanced urban design and planning services to clients throughout the country and overseas. Our services include planning and urban design, architecture and landscape architecture, interiors, engineering, and consulting for our core markets: academic, civic/government, corporate/commercial, healthcare, housing and hospitality, and science and technology.

The San Francisco office of Page is seeking to fill two positions:

Senior Urban Designer

(15+ years’ experience on urban design projects)

This is an opportunity for a creative design leader with strong urban design, business development, communications, and leadership skills to have a key role in the leadership of our expanding urban design practice.

Responsibilities:

• Provide design leadership on a wide range of projects:  regional, citywide and district urban design plans, transit-oriented development (TOD) plans, academic and research campus plans, as well as mixed use, residential, and commercial plans for urban and urbanizing environments
• Lead project teams including ensuring the quality of work and mentoring staff
• Represent the firm with potential clients, with stakeholders, advisory groups and the public in meetings and workshops
• Collaborate with senior planners, landscape architects, and architects, as well as other consultants and team members, to create integrated, sustainable and memorable solutions to complex design and planning problems
• Understand and integrate physical, social, economic, and regulatory factors into feasible solutions for our clients.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor or Masters Degree in Urban Design, Architecture or Landscape Architecture (Masters preferred)
• Outstanding design and graphic skills
• Written and verbal proficiency in English
• Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills
• Familiarity with design software tools such as AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and 3D programs (3DS Max,  Rhino or other)
• Knowledge of urban planning policies and procedures, zoning

Urban Designer

(3+ years’ experience on urban design projects)

Responsibilities, Skills, and Qualifications:

• Urban Design experience and training with a Bachelor or Masters Degree in Urban Design (preferred), Architecture or Landscape Architecture
• Excellent communications skills including fluency in English
• Ability to work as an essential team member on a diverse range of design and planning projects at a wide range of scales
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, GIS, and 3D programs (3DS Max, Rhino, or other)  
• Excellent design skills and ability to quickly develop ideas in a fast-paced environment, using hand drawing, plan and 3D visualization tools
• A collaborative attitude and enjoyment of working on exciting projects with a high caliber team of designers and planners.

Page offers generous benefits and a collaborative, creative working environment. Salary commensurate with experience.

Please send resume and portfolio to:  sf_resumes@pagethink.com. 

Senior Planner-Department Head, Gruen Associates - Los Angeles, CA

Senior Planner-Department Head

Gruen Associates

Professional Area: 

Architecture

Experience: 

More than 10 years

Location: 

Los Angeles, CA

Gruen Associates is looking for highly-motivated individuals who are passionate and committed to the built and planned environments, sustainable design strategies and our communities. Interested professionals should seek responsibility, be detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to take on challenges and grow with our team.

The Senior Planner/Department Head position provides opportunities to lead the award-winning planning and urban design departments and be a hands-on planner and manager for a wide range of exciting projects including TODs, planning and design for mass transit and transportation projects, specific plans, master plans, EIRs, campus projects, revitalization plans, streetscape projects, pedestrian plans and community plans for both public and private sectors.

Experience and expertise in project management, as well as management of a small staff, proposal writing/business development, land use/urban planning/design in California, excellent writing and communication skills, strong physical design and policy planning, and carrying a project from conceptual design through construction documents are required.

A Master's degree in Planning or related field and at least 15 years of experience in planning/urban design are required, with at least 5 years at a private consulting firm. California experience in Specific Plans and AICP are required. Experience in transportation planning and an undergraduate degree in Architecture or Landscape Architecture are desirable.

Please send cover letter, resume and work samples via email to gruen@gruenassociates.com. Provide documents in .pdf format.

Review our website for more information about Gruen Associates' long-term architecture and planning legacy, a list of projects and recent awards. www.gruenassociates.com

Sr. Planner/Transportation Planner, the Collaborative, Inc. - Sandy Springs, GA

Sr. Planner/Transportation Planner

the Collaborative, Inc.

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Transportation Planning

Experience: 

3-5 years

Contact person: 

Mr. Matt Houser

Email: 

jobs.ga@thecollaborative.com

Location: 

Sandy Springs, GA

The Collaborative is seeking a proven senior planner/transportation planner to join a team of 35-person community development professionals supporting the rapidly growing, 10-year old City of Sandy Springs, GA. Located in metro north Atlanta, the city of 100,000 is a unique experiment in municipal government. On-site contractors perform a large share of the City’s services. The Collaborative, a Boston-based planning, design and communications firm manages the Departments of Community Development, Economic Development and Communications. 

With nearly $1B of commercial development occurring in the city, and over $250M of municipal funds being invested in the creation of a new city center, the position presents an exciting opportunity to lead a key City department in helping the City grow in a sustainable way.

To learn more about the City and community, please visit the City’s website at www.cityofsandyspringsga.org. Salary is $70-75K. The Collaborative offers full benefits. Reasonable relocation assistance is available.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical guidance in support of short-term and long-range planning activities, plan review, zoning, and building development
• Serves as a key team member of the planning team, bringing a special focus on project access and circulation, transportation impact analysis, and mitigation strategies
• Conducts site plan review for permitting
• Reviews patterns and trends in all modes of transportation in developing recommendations for controlling and regulating community development and services
• Helps establish policies and programs for redevelopment, neighborhood improvement, and plan review with focus on improving mobility through all modes of transportation, complete streets policies, and transit oriented development. 
• Establishes measures to ensure timely and effective implementation
• Works with DPW engineers and applicants to effectively promote community transportation and mobility goals 
• Serves as a technical advisor to City Boards and Commissions, City Council, Assistant City Manager, City Departments, and civic groups on transportation matters related to zoning, plan review, and related matters; interprets ordinances and regulations as they apply to respective areas
• Provides technical assistance to engineers, developers, architects, a variety of agencies, and the general public interested in acquiring information related to, transportation

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience serving as Senior Planner/Senior Transportation Planner or Transportation/Traffic Operations Engineer. Past position(s) should demonstrate extensive experience in urban and transportation planning, traffic operations and design, transit planning, community development, place-making, economic development, and growth management
• Knowledge of current trends in active transportation, complete streets, trip generation, parking requirements, and use of bonus measures to encourage desirable development outcomes 
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of conflicting or competing interests through consensus building, discussion and persuasion
• Knowledge of land use and development principles and practices, engineering, plan review, and building inspection
• Ability to research methods and sources of transportation information related to urban growth and development
• Ability to effectively apply development techniques and practices to the establishment of strategies, programs, goals and objectives
• Ability to present and communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing 
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation, or Urban/Regional Planning desirable; bachelor’s degree in similar fields required.

The Collaborative is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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