Program Director - Energy Action Network (Montpelier, VT)

Who: The Energy Action Network (EAN) is a multi-stakeholder, collective impact network of leaders across a diversity of sectors - business, government, non-profit, utility, higher education, and finance – seeking to transform Vermont’s energy system to achieve the state goal of meeting 90% of total energy needs through efficiency and renewables by 2050.

What: EAN’s Program Director fills a central leadership role in the Network as we work together to transform Vermont’s energy system to one based on efficiency and renewables. The Program Director works closely with the Executive Director (ED), other staff, and Network members to provide strategic leadership, analytical underpinning, and backbone support to the Network. EAN’s work facilitates large-scale change by fostering collaboration among diverse groups in a rapidly evolving energy landscape. As such, the role of Program Director requires the ability to work with and across multiple interests and members to foster learning, collaboration, and innovation that advances our collective mission. It requires continually tracking progress toward goals, coordinating the efforts of organizational leaders with busy schedules, and an understanding of the energy needs, policies, and technologies that are driving change in Vermont and elsewhere. Specifically, the Program Director will have lead responsibility for program development and implementation including ongoing energy tracking and analysis and development and management of the Vermont Community Energy Dashboard. A mix of technical and analytic skills as well as strategic leadership are required in this position.

Community Development Director - Town of Bennington, VT

Community Development Director
Town of Bennington, VT

Experience: 3-5 years

The Town of Bennington seeks a qualified individual for the position of Community Development Director. This position reports directly to the Town Manager and is a member of the Town's management team. The Community Development Director provides oversight of the municipality’s efforts related to the advancement of the Bennington community including media programming and use, marketing, and community public relations. The Director implements community-based initiatives and policies that contribute to the overall advancement of the following areas: thriving schools, healthy homes, safe neighborhoods, and vibrant streets and economic vitality.

Qualified applicants must possess, at a minimum, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, a minimum three (3) years of experience in the field of community development, economic development, municipal planning, and/or public relations and a working knowledge of municipal government or government operations. He/she must be highly-motivated with excellent writing and speaking skills, be team oriented and be fluent in PowerPoint, Excel, and website/social media development and use.

A complete job description is available on the Town of Bennington’s website www.benningtonvt.org . The Town provides an attractive salary and benefits package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please send resume with three character references to the Town Manager’s Office, P.O. Box 469, Bennington, VT 05201 no later than May 19, 2017.

Executive Director, Lamoille County Planning Commission - Morrisville, VT

Executive Director 

Lamoille County Planning Commission

March 27, 2015 

Professional Area: 

Planning Management, Budgeting and Finance

Experience: 

5-7 years

Location: 

Morrisville, VT

The Lamoille County Planning Commission (LCPC) seeks an experienced Executive Director.

LCPC provides planning and community development services to 15 municipalities and 24,475 Vermonters in Lamoille County Vermont.

The Executive Director reports to the LCPC Board of Directors, is responsible for leadership, management of the Commission’s staff, planning and community development. Its annual budget is $870,000. The Commission is located in the heart of recreational Vermont, home to two diverse ski areas, two colleges, and an international artist retreat. Lamoille County is a picturesque, rural region and one of the few areas in Vermont experiencing economic growth.

The successful candidate will have a Master’s Degree in Planning, Public Administration or a closely related field, and at least 6 years of progressively responsible professional experience, including financial management, land use planning, transportation planning, economic development and human resources management. A working knowledge of Vermont state government and land use issues is preferred.

Candidates must have the ability to maintain effective working relationships with local municipalities and various governmental agencies; possess excellent communication and presentation skills; manage professional and administrative staff; have excellent financial management skills; and lead a wide variety of planning projects.

Salary is commensurate with experience. LCPC offers an excellent work environment and health and retirement benefits.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, 3 references, and salary requirements by 4 pm on April 17, 2015 to Melinda@lcpcvt.org.

For further information contact hiring committee chair Valerie Valcour, at valcouch@comcast.net.

All applications will be treated confidentially and references will not be contacted until the finalist candidate(s) are selected. Lamoille County Planning Commission is an Equality Opportunity Employer.

Planning Director - Town of Milton, VT

Planning Director 

Town of Milton, Vermont

March 27, 2015

Professional Area: 

Planning Management, Budgeting and Finance

Experience: 

3-5 years

Contact person: 

Erik Wells, HR Coordinator

Phone: 

802-891-8020

Email: 

ewells@town.milton.vt.us

Website: 

http://miltonvt.org

Location: 

Milton, VT

The Town of Milton, Vermont seeks to fill the position of Planning Director.This is a highly responsible professional position working in the development and implementation of various planning, zoning and economic development initiatives. Under the direction of the Town Manager, this Department Head position serves as the senior in-house resource for planning issues and directs the functions of the Planning and Zoning Department, its budget and its staff.

Other responsibilities of this position include:

• Providing technical assistance to various Boards and Commissions, the public, municipal staff and consulting engineers regarding applicable rules, regulations and statutes pertaining to planning, zoning and development, and works with developers to resolve outstanding issues associated with various applications.
• Serving on various committees to protect the Town’s best interests and provide expertise.
• Reviewing local ordinances and regulations, and environmental impacts facing the Town.
• Making projections of growth by analyzing trends, population, development and demographics.
• Attending various night meetings in the performance of responsibilities.

Requirements:

• A thorough knowledge of the current principles and practices associated with municipal land use planning. Ability to accurately interpret and apply codes, ordinances, and statutes, make public presentations and effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Urban Affairs, Natural Resource Planning, Landscape Architecture, Public Administration or a related field. A Master’s Degree in one of these fields is highly desirable.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in the area of municipal planning or public affairs is required.

This is an exempt position with a salary range of $52,000 to $65,000 based on qualifications and experience. The Town of Milton offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Those interested in this position are encouraged to complete a Town of Milton Employment Application and submit it with their resume and a cover letter to Erik Wells, Human Resources Coordinator. Applications will be accepted through email at ewells@town.milton.vt.us or postal mail at 43 Bombardier Rd., Milton, VT 05468. A Town of Milton Employment Application and a complete job description are available on the Town Website.

Milton (pop. 10,700) is located in northwest Vermont on the shores of Lake Champlain in Chittenden County, just minutes from Burlington. It is known as a wonderful location for families and businesses to grow. Due to the town’s population growth during the last census period, it is now the eighth largest community in Vermont. It is managed through a Selectboard/Town Manager form of administration, and employs 50 full-time employees along with part-time staff members and numerous volunteers.

This position is open until filled. The Town of Milton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Planning Coordinator - Town of Colchester, VT

Planning Coordinator

Town of Colchester, VT

February 13, 2015

Professional Area: 

Land-Use Management and Code Enforcement

Experience: 

Entry level

Contact person: 

Sherry Labarge

Phone: 

802-264-5504

Fax: 

802-264-5503

Email: 

slabarge@colchestervt.gov

Website: 

http://www.colchestervt.gov/HR/hrVacancies.shtml

Location: 

Colchester, VT

The Colchester Department of Planning & Zoning seeks a highly motivated self-starter to join our team.   Successful applicants will have a B.A. or B.S. degree in planning or a related field. Strong customer service and IT skills, ability to interpret regulations, and knowledge of principles and techniques of local planning desired.  Work involves sharing duties as one of the primary contacts for public inquiries about the Town’s permits processing and land development regulations and requirements.  This position also provides staff support and assistance to the Planning Director and Zoning Administrator with project specific duties including, but not limited to, long range planning support and development review. Send cover letter, application (see website) & resume by February 27, 2015. For more information go tohttp://www.colchestervt.gov/HR/hrVacancies.shtml   E.O.E.

Senior Associate, Programs Orton Family Foundation - Shelburne, VT

Senior Associate, Programs 

Orton Family Foundation

December 18, 2014 

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Experience: 

7-10 years

Contact person: 

Carol Bertrand

Phone: 

802-495-0864

Fax: 

802-497-1746

Email: 

cbertrand@orton.org

Website: 

http://www.orton.org

Location: 

Shelburne, VT

The Orton Family Foundation helps people in small cities and towns recognize and honor their shared love of place in a way that guides local decisions to build economically resilient and socially vibrant communities. We do this by offering programs and tools that engage broad and diverse groups of residents in collaborative discussions and decision making driven by what they love most about their town – its “heart and soul”.  This deliberative work prepares citizens to steward change that upholds their shared community values, which serves as the foundation for future decisions.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Programs, the Senior Associate will help the Foundation to refine and implement its signature Community Heart & Soul program on behalf of small cities and towns and assist in the expanded use of the program through partnerships, presentations, and training workshops. The Foundation is an operating foundation; as such, this position will be extensively involved at the community level researching and implementing Foundation programs with local people.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of eight years of demonstrated success as a project manager balancing every day workload with big picture thinking.  Experience with local government processes is required.  The candidate must be a tech-savvy and people-oriented professional who can set and achieve Mission and strategic goals.  Primarily a community-focused position, this individual must have strong commitment to accountability and communication with fellow Foundation staff members who develop and implement mission driven program and communication activities.  Must have a deep commitment to and passion for the life, culture, heritage and future of rural small towns and cities across the USA.

Responsibilities

Program Development and Implementation

• Introduce and Implement the Community Heart & Soul model in the field with partner communities
• Assist in refining Heart & Soul steps, tools, and materials by assessing current materials and innovating with new information from the field
• Collaborate with partners to co-design and deliver Heart & Soul projects, ensuring work plans are followed and needs of partners are met
• Train and present the Heart & Soul philosophy, principles and process to identified and interested partners, communities and practitioners
• Research and adapt innovative technologies and methods for effective civic engagement, values-based planning, and community decision making designed for small towns and cities
• Develop and advise on new program initiatives
• Write content for resources and tools used to support model best practices
• Manage grant applications and grant agreements with community partners
• Maintain solid communication between the Foundation and its local Community partners
• Seek out opportunities to apply project work for local and national awareness
• Assist with Foundation-sponsored events including, workshops, trainings, convenings, and conferences

Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes

• High energy, positive “can-do” spirit
• Passion and vision about engaging diverse groups to make a positive difference for people in small  towns and cities
• Handles stress with grace
• Flexible team player, sense of humor, accessible, and friendly
• Comfortable with travel at approximately 25% of time
• Familiarity with and interest in refining place-based decision-making tools

• Strong interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to develop, build, and manage relationships.
• Practiced at interdisciplinary thinking

• Experience with web-based communication tools (surveys, polling, visualization tools, etc.)
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks
• Ability to be flexible and work comfortably in a fast-paced environment and to work under deadline pressure
• Ability to be self-directed, work well in teams
• Strong analytical skills and intellectual curiosity
• Tolerance for ambiguity and possessing an entrepreneurial spirit

Qualifications

• Demonstrated working knowledge of and commitment to the Heart & Soul Program, or similar programs, and affinity for the Foundation’s mission
• Bachelor degree in Planning or related field, advanced degree useful, and a minimum of eight years professional work experience with at least three years in local government land use planning, zoning, and development review experience
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office products, Internet, and database applications
• Valid driver’s license

Compensation starts at $55 – $60k annually and is commensurate with experience and proven skills. The Foundation provides an excellent and comprehensive benefit package.

How to Apply

Please send your cover letter and resume no later than Friday, January 30, 2015 to: Human Resources, Orton Family Foundation, 120 Graham Way, Suite 126, Shelburne, VT 05482 or email to cbertrand@orton.org.

Senior Transportation Planner/Engineer, RSG - Burlington, VT

Senior Transportation Planner/Engineer 

RSG

October 15, 2014 

Professional Area: 

Transportation Planning

Experience: 

More than 10 years

Website: 

http://rsginc.com/join-us

Location: 

Burlington, VT

RSG is seeking a senior transportation planner/engineer to join our growing Northeast U.S. Transportation Planning and Engineering Practice. This individual will work closely with RSG’s transportation planning and engineering staff in conducting and managing transportation corridor studies, scoping/feasibility studies, multimodal planning and design initiatives, traffic operations analyses, transportation master plans, microsimulation modeling, transportation facility design efforts, traffic signal design and implementation projects, and traffic impact studies.

This individual will play an important role in staff management, business development, and outreach to both private sector and public sector clients, including local, regional, state, federal and institutional clients.

Qualifications:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• BA or BS in planning, engineering, or related field of study
• 10+ years’ experience working on transportation planning and/or transportation engineering projects
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including public presentation development and delivery
• Demonstrated experience applying current transportation planning approaches (e.g., complete streets/road diets, context sensitive solutions, etc.) as well as an appreciation of the importance of multimodal solutions to land use and transportation issues
• Demonstrated understanding and experience applying fundamental transportation engineering concepts (e.g. trip generation and distribution, capacity analyses, safety analyses, turn-lane and signal warrants, parking analyses) along with a demonstrated familiarity with core transportation engineering manuals (Highway Capacity Manual, Trip Generation, Parking Generation, AASHTO Green Book, etc.)
• Experience using traffic modeling packages including Synchro/SimTraffic, Vissim, TransCAD, and TransModeler
• Experience using CAD software packages including AutoCAD, MicroStation, InRoads
• Demonstrated experience working on and managing complex and politically challenging projects
• Strong analytic and computer skills, including GIS and statistics
• Experience leading successful business development initiatives
• Experience successfully supervising and mentoring professional staff
• Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) and/or American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification