John Pritscher Fellowship in Community Development, Community Investment Corporation - Chicago, IL

John Pritscher Fellowship in Community Development
Community Investment Corporation - Chicago, IL

Community Investment Corporation (CIC) has created the John Pritscher Fellowship in Community Development to give a recent graduate a combination of practical and theoretical experience in housing and community development. The position will provide exposure to a wide range of community development activities, including: local neighborhood planning building code enforcement acquisition/assembly of properties for redevelopment mapping and Geographic Information Systems development and implementation of re-use strategies for distressed properties affordable housing finance development of neighborhood marketing campaigns. The Fellow will have the opportunity to accomplish specific tasks and to expand his/her skills while working at the forefront of community development in Chicago. In particular, the Fellow will play a key role in the development and implementation of redevelopment strategies for West Woodlawn and East Chatham, two neighborhoods targeted under the City of Chicago's Micro Market Recovery Program. Compensation CIC will provide a paid, full-time position for 24 months to the selected Fellow. The compensation will include a full benefits package, including health, vision, and dental care. About Community Investment Corporation (CIC) CIC is a not-for-profit corporation, whose mission is to be the leading force in neighborhood revitalization through innovative financial programs. Chicagoland's leading multifamily rehab lender, since 1984, CIC has provided $1.2 billion for 2,000 loans to rehab 55,000 units of affordable rental housing. CIC offers a broad array of financial and development services that broaden and strengthen CIC's impact on housing and community development in Chicago. CIC is a recipient of the MacArthur Foundation's 2012 Award for Creative and Effective Institutions. About John Pritscher John Pritscher served as CIC President from 1986 through 2007. Under his leadership, CIC provided financing to preserve nearly 40,000 units of affordable rental housing. Eligibility The ideal candidate will have recently completed a graduate program in public policy, urban planning, or similar discipline and have a demonstrated commitment and interest in pursuing a career in affordable housing and community development. Depending on a candidate's track record and commitment, a graduate of a bachelor's level program may also be considered. idealist.org - 6 days ago - save job » View or apply to job

Director of Policy, Center for Community Progress - Washington, D.C.

Director of Policy

Center for Community Progress

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Washington, DC

JOB TITLE: Director of Policy                                      

DATE: March 26, 2015                         

REPORTS TO: President/CEO                                    

BASED IN: Washington, DC Office

                                                                                        

JOB SUMMARY

The Center for Community Progress seeks an innovative and knowledgeable Director of Policy to develop, launch, and manage an active policy education and issue advocacy program focused on state and federal policy related to neighborhood stabilization and revitalization through the prevention and reuse of vacant, abandoned, and problem properties. The Director of Policy will work closely with staff responsible for local and state technical assistance engagements, leadership and education programming, research initiatives, and communications.

DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Monitor and analyze federal and state policy and legislative developments related to community development and revitalization, with a particular focus on blight prevention and vacant property reclamation;
• Work with program staff to develop an organizational policy agenda and organizational positions on key policy issues related to blight and vacancy; develop supporting materials, including issue briefs, factsheets, talking points, blogs, op-eds and other resources;
• Work closely with program staff and other partners to track and analyze vacancy-related trends, assess the need for policy or legislative solutions at the federal or state level, and work with partners to identify or develop proposed solutions;
• Build key strategic partnerships and relationships, including with Congressional and Executive offices, and national nonprofit partners, to support policy, outreach, education, and reform efforts at the federal level;
• Identify opportunities for policy reforms in target states and work with state and local partners to build, inform, and/or sustain state-level coalitions around these reforms;
• In collaboration with communications staff, organize and execute awareness raising campaigns around key policies related to blight and vacancy;
• In collaboration with other program staff, support a consortium of state policy advocates.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated commitment to public and community service with an enthusiasm for Community Progress’s mission;
• Knowledge of and prior work experience related to the challenges facing America’s cities as they relate to blight prevention, vacant properties, land reuse and revitalization;
• Familiarity with and understanding of federal and state legislative processes;
• Strategic thinker with ability to identify, prioritize and leverage opportunities for engagement;
• Excellent analytical and communication skills; ability to make complex information accessible to a wide variety of audiences;
• Excellent writing skills;
• Ability to multitask and manage stress well in a fast-paced environment with frequently shifting priorities;
• Strong relationship-building skills and track record;
• Sharp attention to details as well as an appreciation for the big picture;
• Awareness of the federal, state, and local policies that have historically contributed to a concentration of vacancy, abandonment, and blight in underserved communities;
• Commitment to nonpartisanship and a demonstrated ability to collaborate with individuals, groups and policymakers with opposing points of view and diverse political perspectives.

REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five (5) years of experience in policy development, education or advocacy, campaign development, and/or coalition building with at least two (2) years working on policies related to neighborhood stabilization or prevention and reuse of vacant properties.

PREFERRED

• Master’s degree in public policy or related field and a minimum of three (3) years working on policies related to neighborhood stabilization or prevention and reuse of vacant properties.

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a cover letter (including salary expectations), resumé, writing sample, and at least three references via e-mail to Leah Landes at llandes@communityprogress.net. Applications must be received by April 17, 2015.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

The Center for Community Progress is an equal opportunity employer. 

John Pritscher Fellowship in Community Development, Community Investment Corporation - Chicago, IL

John Pritscher Fellowship in Community Development
Community Investment Corporation - Chicago, IL

John Pritscher Fellowship in Community Development Community Investment Corporation (CIC) has created the John Pritscher Fellowship in Community Development to give a recent graduate a combination of practical and theoretical experience in housing and community development. The position will provide exposure to a wide range of community development activities, including: local neighborhood planning building code enforcement acquisition/assembly of properties for redevelopment mapping and Geographic Information Systems development and implementation of re-use strategies for distressed properties affordable housing finance development of neighborhood marketing campaigns. The Fellow will have the opportunity to accomplish specific tasks and to expand his/her skills while working at the forefront of community development in Chicago. In particular, the Fellow will play a key role in the development and implementation of redevelopment strategies for West Woodlawn and East Chatham, two neighborhoods targeted under the City of Chicago's Micro Market Recovery Program. Compensation  CIC will provide a paid, full-time position for 24 months to the selected Fellow. The compensation will include a full benefits package, including health, vision, and dental care. About Community Investment Corporation (CIC)  CIC is a not-for-profit corporation, whose mission is to be the leading force in neighborhood revitalization through innovative financial programs. Chicagoland's leading multifamily rehab lender, since 1984, CIC has provided $1.2 billion for 2,000 loans to rehab 55,000 units of affordable rental housing. CIC offers a broad array of financial and development services that broaden and strengthen CIC's impact on housing and community development in Chicago. CIC is a recipient of the MacArthur Foundation's 2012 Award for Creative and Effective Institutions. About John Pritscher  John Pritscher served as CIC President from 1986 through 2007. Under his leadership, CIC provided financing to preserve nearly 40,000 units of affordable rental housing. Eligibility  The ideal candidate will have recently completed a graduate program in public policy, urban planning, or similar discipline and have a demonstrated commitment and interest in pursuing a career in affordable housing and community development. Depending on a candidate's track record and commitment, a graduate of a bachelor's level program may also be considered.  idealist.org - 17 days ago - save job -  copy to clipboard » View or apply to job

Planner, Fisher Associates - Rochester, NY

Planner 

Fisher Associates

February 9, 2015 

Professional Area: 

Urban Design

Experience: 

5-7 years

Contact person: 

Patty Stell

Phone: 

5853341310

Email: 

hr@fisherassoc.com

Website: 

http://www.fisherassoc.com

Location: 

Rochester, NY

Fisher Associates is a growing consulting firm with offices in Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, and Erie, PA. Our multi-disciplinary staff includes planners, regulatory specialists, landscape architects, transportation engineers, civil/site engineers, environmental engineers, surveyors, and GIS analysts. Fisher is seeking a full-timePlanner(5 - 10 years experience) to assist with a wide range of projects in New York State involving comprehensive and master plans, land use and zoning analyses, transportation-related plans and corridor studies, brownfield redevelopment and reuse plans, environmental impact studies, and public outreach.  This position will assist the day-to-day operations of Fisher's Land Development and Environmental Groups and also involve marketing and coordination/management of planning-related projects. The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• A Master’s Degree from an accredited university, with preference of major course work in urban and regional planning, urban design, transportation or environmental planning is preferred.
• Certification through the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) is desired.
• Outstanding organizational, interpersonal communication, and oral presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
• Strong writing, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Familiarity and experience with land use and environmental regulations.
• Familiarity and experience with the provisions of the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA).
• Understanding of basic functions and operations of GIS.
• Proficiency with graphic and word processing programs including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Publisher).  Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (In-Design, Illustrator, Photoshop), SketchUp or other modeling software a plus.
• Willingness to assume new roles and mentor junior staff. Candidate will be expected to manage projects and/or assist with project management activities.

Please e-mail your resume and cover letter along with a writing sample to: hr@fisherassoc.com 

Historic Preservation Planner - City of Elgin, IL

Historic Preservation Planner
Community Development Department
City of Elgin, IL

Under general supervision of the Director or his designee, performs responsible work in a variety of assignments in the department of Community Development: responsible for the development and implementation of a citywide historic preservation program under the historic preservation ordinance; administration of daily activities within established historic districts, including the review of Certificates of Appropriateness applications and conducting special field inspections; development and administration of design guidelines for historic districts, development and administration of grant programs for historic properties; liaison and executive secretary to the Elgin Heritage Commission and its various Subcommittees.  


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS:

• Develops positive attitudes and understanding among the public toward preservation and conservation, through public outreach and the development of educational programs
• Develops and implements educational pamphlets/booklets on various issues relating to historic preservation and rehabilitation, and conducts presentations on these issues from time to time
• Acts as liaison and executive secretary to the Elgin Heritage Commission.
• Prepares agenda, maintains records, prepares minutes, and assembles relevant information for commission review
• Administers various programs of the Elgin Heritage Commission including the heritage building plaque program, Sears house plaque program, downtown building plaque program, and historical marker program
• Administers special projects of the Commission including special inventories of building types, documentation of historic records and photographs, and coordinates various events of the Commission including Preservation month activities, the Mayors Awards for Preservation and the Plaque presentation ceremonies
• Promotes and prepares nominations for properties to be listed in the National Register of Historic Places or as local Elgin landmarks when required
• Administers the programmatic agreement with the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency (IHPA) to review the effect of federal and state funded or licensed undertakings for their effects on historic properties, in conformance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1996, and Section 707 of The Illinois State Agency Historic Resources Preservation Act
• Prepares grant applications and administers successful grants received from the Certified Local Government (CLG) grant program of the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency (IHPA), and serves as liaison between the City of Elgin and the State preservation office in maintaining Elgin’s status as a Certified Local Government
• Acts as liaison and executive secretary to the Design Review Subcommittee.
• Prepares agenda, maintains records, prepares minutes, and assembles relevant information for Subcommittee review on properties requesting approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA)
• Reviews and evaluates plans and specifications for new construction, alteration and/or repair, and demolition of structures within historic and conservation districts, to determine compliance with applicable codes and ordinances, and the Elgin Design Guideline Manual for Landmarks and Historic Districts
• Assists the public in securing permits and Certificates of Appropriateness in a timely and professional manner, including conducting special field inspections as required, assisting with the development of drawn plans, elevations and specifications and material samples
  •Promotes and provides technical assistance to contractors, design professionals, and the general public regarding building plans and specifications; and appropriate preservation materials, methods, and design solutions
• Prepares reports on discrepancies, deviations and variations from applicable codes and ordinances found during plan review
• Maintains diagrams, specifications, samples and reports on building materials, design standards, relevant codes and regulations, and other related materials
• Produces required written and graphic information in a professional manner
• Reviews, develops and implements the historic preservation ordinance and recommends desirable revisions as they apply to existing and future historic and conservation districts
• Coordinates the preparation and pursuit of legal action for non compliance of properties within historic districts and landmarks with the Division of Code Enforcement
• Maintains computer files relating to historic preservation reviews, submittals and issues
• Performs other tasks as required or directed
• This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently to move objects; work requires grasping and fingering; vocal communication is required for expressing or changing ideas by means of spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, and peripheral vision, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of machines, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work and observing general surrounding and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.

OTHER: 

• Extensive knowledge of the materials used in the building and construction industry; principles and practices followed in preparing designs, plans and specifications for building projects
• Knowledge of federal, state and local historic preservation laws, programs and procedures
• Knowledge in the implementation of adaptive use of historic buildings
• Ability to prepare, amend and implement a preservation plan and design guidelines
• Ability to document local history and provide design and technical assistance for the rehabilitation of local architecture; read and interpret construction plans and specifications and recognize alternate materials and methods for design
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both orally and in written form; lead groups in a productive and impartial manner
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, municipal officials, design professionals, and members of the general public
• Ability to assist building owners with appropriate rehabilitation of residential and commercial buildings
• Ability to work without close supervision
• Skill in the preparation of successful grant proposals; interpreting relevant codes and ordinances; producing graphic information to interpret field conditions on paper
• Knowledge of federal, state and local grant programs, regulations, processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of general planning principles and land use regulations
• Extensive and demonstrative knowledge of the use and application of MS Office Suite, electronic mail systems and database systems

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

A bachelor’s degree in historic preservation or related field required, supplemented by a Masters degree in historic preservation or a related field preferred, from an accredited college or university, and a minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in professional historic preservation.

Apply at www.cityofelgin.org by January 2, 2015.

Senior Project Architect/Manager, Levin & Associates - Los Angeles, CA

Senior Project Architect/Manager

Levin & Associates

September 4, 2014

Professional Area: 

Architecture

Experience: 

More than 10 years

Location: 

Los Angeles, CA

Award-winning Downtown Los Angeles small architectural design firm has immediate opening for Senior Project Architect/Manager.  Minimum of 10 years experience in design development, construction documents, and leading an A/E team.  Proficiency in CAD required.  Experience in existing building renovation/adaptive reuse projects and theaters a plus.

Competitive salary and benefits.

No calls please.  Send resumes to:  Delyte Adams-Lawrence dadams@levinarch.com