Consultant - Aviation Planner - Chicago

 Title: Consultant- Aviation Planner 

Job Type: Full Time

Location: Chicago, IL 

POSITION SUMMARY

The Consultant is responsible for performing entry-level professional planning research, development, and implementation of aviation programs, projects, and studies. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts field surveys, investigations, and collects data in support of airport planning studies.

• Consults with fellow employees and senior staff concerning the compilation, interpretation, and presentation of research data for airport planning studies.

• Prepares draft sections of reports and deliverables based on verbal and written input from others as well individual efforts.

• Assists in developing, formatting, publishing, and distributing drawings, tables, charts, manuals, and maps that deal with existing and proposed airport planning studies.

• Provides advice, technical assistance, and written recommendations on airport planning studies.

• Develops and maintains electronic data sets, files, runs, and troubleshoots existing programs.

• Responds to requests for data and information from internal staff and external clients, organizations, various agencies, and the public.

• Performs related work as required.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in a field that provides a strong foundation for aviation consulting, such as Engineering, Architecture, Planning, Aviation Management, Mathematics, Statistics, Business Administration, Finance, or Economics

• 0-5 years of increasingly responsible experience in airport planning or related field

• Possesses a familiarity with the aviation industry or a desire to learn and grow in the aviation industry

• Excellent analytical skills

• Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communications skills

• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

• Willingness to travel to support Ricondo & Associates, Inc.’s, global project portfolio

PREFERRED SKILLS AND TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

• Master’s degree in a field that provides a strong foundation for aviation consulting, such as Engineering, Architecture, Planning, Aviation Management, Mathematics, Statistics, Business Administration, Finance, or Economics

• Extensive knowledge of best practices, methods, and principles utilized in strategic planning, infrastructure and facilities planning, and operational research for airports

• Ability to apply advanced professional knowledge of the principles of management, business, marketing, and administration in directing, supervising, and coordinating large and complex airport planning projects

• Extensive knowledge of analytical techniques and related tools including statistical, spreadsheet, database, simulation, and spatial/graphical analysis applications (AutoCAD, REVIT, GIS, etc.)

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with senior executives and staff at client organizations

We offer an extremely competitive benefits package with no out-of-pocket premium cost to the employee, as well as a generous paid time-off program, and 401(K) company match to eligible employees.

Ricondo is an equal opportunity employer.

See more at: https://www.ricondo.com/careers/job-board

Transportation Planner, North Central Texas Council of Governments - Arlington, TX

Transportation Planner

North Central Texas Council of Governments

Professional Area: 

Transportation Planning

Website: 

https://mycogcareer.silkroad.com/

Location: 

Arlington, TX

Since 1974, NCTCOG has served as the Metropolitan Planning Organization for transportation in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Area and is responsible for developing transportation plans and programs that address the complex needs of the rapidly growing area.

The planning area for transportation includes the 12 counties of Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, Tarrant, and Wise.

The Transportation Department of the North Central Texas Council of Governments is seeking Planners in the following program areas: Senior Transportation Planner or Transportation Planner III – Aviation Planning and Education – support and carry out the development, implementation, and long-range planning related to general aviation in North Central Texas.

Transportation/Air Quality Planner I or II – Air Quality Planning and Operations – assist with the creation and implementation of innovative emission reduction strategies to improve air quality in the North Central Texas region.

Applicants wishing to be considered for these positions should apply online athttps://mycogcareer.silkroad.com/. To be considered for any other NCTCOG position that may currently be open, applicants need to apply online separately for those postings.

All submittals should include a cover letter summarizing work experience, as well as a current resume.

Associate Aviation Project Manager Port of Oakland - Oakland, CA

Associate Aviation Project Manager

Port of Oakland

Professional Area: 

Planning Management, Budgeting and Finance

Experience: 

1-3 years

Phone: 

(510) 627-1329

Email: 

restevez@portoakland.com

Website: 

http://www.portofoakland.com

Location: 

Oakland, CA

THE PORT OF OAKLAND is recruiting for the position of Associate Aviation Project Manager.

Under general supervision, the Associate Aviation Project Manager performs professional work in initiating, planning, organizing and carrying out physical planning and development programs and projects for land use, facility development, access studies, and related work in support of a broad range of aviation activities and programs.

Minimum requirements: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in planning, transportation related engineering, architecture or a related field. A master’s degree is preferable. Two years of increasingly responsible project management or analytical experience that includes providing work oversight of professional and technical staff related to the field of assignment.

Salary range $9,498 – $11,764/mo.

We offer a comprehensive benefit package including; medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 457 plan and paid leave.

To apply for this exceptional opportunity or obtain more details, please visit us atwww.portofoakland.com. 
Apply by July 17, 2015. For questions, please contact Richard Estevez (restevez@portoakland.com or (510) 627-1329).

Principal Planner, MN DOT - St. Paul, MN

PLANNER PRINCIPAL TRANS

$ 23.15-$ 34.18 hourly, $ 48,337-$ 71,368 annually

Date Posted:		06/25/2015
Closing Date:		07/06/2015
Hiring Agency:		Transportation Dept
Location:		St. Paul
Who May Apply:		Open to all qualified job seekers
Posting Number:		15DOT000256
Employment Conditions:		Permanent, Full-time
Work Shift:		Day Shift
Days of Work:		Monday-Friday
Travel Required:		no
Job Grouping:		General Administration
Classified Status:		Classified
Job Description:		This position assists and supports aviation system and environmental planning; conducts planning research efforts, analyzes for approval of airport zoning activities, and facilitates communication between air and surface transportation systems, so that a safe, viable air transportation system is developed and promulgated.
Minimum Qualifications:		The level of expertise required to perform this job can be achieved with approximately three (3) years of advanced professional transportation planning experience with regional and/or statewide scope (e.g. Planner Senior Transportation or equivalent). This experience would include: -- Knowledge and application of principals and practices of transportation planning and related laws, rules and requirements. -- Knowledge and application of math and statistics --Computer skills, including knowledge and application of windows based operating systems, word processing,database management and geographic information systems. --Ability to interpret reports, plans, profiles, cross-sections, maps and legal descriptions. --Project management ability to manage and direct planning projects of statewide magnitude. --Communication skills: written, oral, presentation and public speaking.
Preferred Qualifications:		--Bachelor's degree in planning, aviation, engineering or related combination --Experience with municipal and county planning/zoning legislation, regulations and processes --American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), or similar professional certification --Pilot License or experience with aircraft and flight theories. --Knowledge of desktop publishing and webdesign software applications --Knowledge of airport planning and programming processes --Understanding of the roles and responsibilities of state, regional, and local units of government.
Selection Process:		The selection process is a resume-based, skill-matching process. Your resume will be entered into a database. The software program matches your skills with the skills needed to perform the duties of the position. If your skills match the required skills for this position, the department may contact you. If you have already submitted a resume to this database within the last 12 months that clearly identifies your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience, you do not need to submit another. Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) encourages participation in all its programs, services and activities and does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities. Anyone who believes they may need a reasonable accommodation in order to fully participate in the job application, interview or selection processes may contact any agency official with whom applicant has contact in the processing of their employment application to request an accommodation. Applicants may also contact the MnDOT Affirmative Action office to request an accommodation by: E-mail: ADArequest.dot@state.mn.us; or by calling Janet Miller at 651/366-4720; or using MN Relay 711. The MnDOT Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/policy/hr/hr009.html.
How to Apply:		Most State selection processes utilize a resume-based screening process. You will be contacted by agency staff if your background best matches the selection criteria on this job posting. To apply for this position, click the APPLY box found at the bottom of this job announcement. For additional information about the State?s selection process, go to <http://www.mn.gov/mmb/careers/>.
Contact for More Information:		Stephanie Olson, stephanie.glaser@state.mn.us.

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Experienced Aviation Planner, Crawford, Murphy & Tilly - Springfield, IL or St. Louis, MO

Experienced Aviation Planner, Springfield, IL
Crawford, Murphy & Tilly - Springfield, IL

Crawford, Murphy & Tilly, Inc. (CMT), is a full-service engineering and consulting firm with business units in aviation, highways and bridges, water resources, and site services. Headquartered in Springfield, Illinois, CMT has offices throughout the Midwest and in Florida. Recognized as the 2014 Midwest Design Firm of the Year by Engineering News Record, CMT provides a high level of service to our clients that is Centered in Value. CMT seeks an Experienced Aviation Planner for our Springfield, IL or St. Louis, MO offices. Responsibilities include assisting public entity clients in developing and achieving their airport's vision. Projects will include development of all phases of airport master plans, airport layout plans (ALPs), environmental studies, project justification and funding documents, land acquisition, simulating modeling, and client and agency coordination as part of a team of aviation professionals. The successful candidate will possess: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in airport management, urban planning, aviation sciences, or civil/transportation engineering. Minimum of two years' experience and a preference for less than six years of experience in airport planning or related industry practice Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong technical skills to include a working knowledge of spreadsheet and database applications Current experience using AutoCAD Understanding of Federal Aviation Regulations, FAA guidance documents and aviation industry best practices Ability to work well with people in a collaborative environment Willingness to travel Preference will be given to candidates living in proximity to the work location. » View or apply to job

Community Planner, Federal Aviation Administration - San Juan, Puerto Rico

Job Title:Community Planner

Department:Department Of Transportation

Agency:Federal Aviation Administration

Job Announcement Number:ASO-ARP-15-B617R-41676

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SALARY RANGE:	$70,106.00 to $108,652.00 / Per Year Salary above includes 14.16% locality for San Juan, Puerto Rico area. In addtion a Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) of 4.2% is authorized.
OPEN PERIOD:	Thursday, May 21, 2015 to Wednesday, June 10, 2015
SERIES & GRADE:	FV-0020-I
POSITION INFORMATION:	Full Time - Temporary NTE - NTE 2 years
DUTY LOCATIONS:	1 vacancy - San Juan, PR View Map
WHO MAY APPLY:	U.S. Citizens
SECURITY CLEARANCE:	Public Trust - Background Investigation

JOB SUMMARY:

About the Agency

Business Component:

Southern Region, Airports Division, Atlanta District Office, San Juan, Puerto Rico.

RELOCATION AUTHORIZED

• Yes
• Temporary Change of Station (TCS) - U.S. Citizens: A fixed relocation payment of $10,000 will be paid to new hires to Federal service and student trainees; and a fixed relocation payment of $10,000 will be paid to employees with status.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• US Citizenship is required.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Successful completion of a security investigation will be required.
• This position has a positive education requirement. Transcript is Required.

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DUTIES (NOT LIMITED TO):

This position serves as a community planner responsible for various airport and aviation planning activities for the Office of Airports (ARP), Atlanta Airports District Office (ADO) in support of the Airport Improvement Program (AIP). This position is physically located in Puerto Rico and is responsible for working directly with officials from the Puerto Rican Government, as well as members of the public. This includes routinely speaking and interacting with Spanish speaking officials and members of the public, reviewing and interpreting documents submitted in Spanish, and responding to inquiries in Spanish, both verbally and in writing. Responsible for providing proactive assistance and guidance to airport sponsors, consultants, planning agencies, and the public on various aspects of airport and aviation planning to include airport systems planning, airport master planning and airport layout plan preparation, Airport Capital Improvement Plan development, and compatible land use planning and airspace obstruction analysis. Serves with limited supervision in order to exercise a degree of independent judgment in the analysis and interpretation of criteria related to all aspects of airport and aviation planning working closely with ADO team members to review and accept airport master and system plans prepared by public airport sponsors, State aeronautical agencies, and metropolitan planning agencies. Maintains expert knowledge and has experience in all areas of airport/system master planning and coordination with airlines, airport tenants, user groups, neighboring communities, and airport planning and environmental consultants. Provides technical assistance and, under appropriate supervision, approves local airport demand forecasts and Airport Layout Plans.Reviews and makes recommendations to ADO team members and ADO Management regarding requests for Modification of Standards (MOS) for airport design documents.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Minimum Qualifications: To qualify for this position you must have a degree in community planning; or related field such as urban affairs, architecture, landscape architecture, engineering, sociology, geography, economics, political science, or public administration that included at least 12 semester hours in the planning process, socioeconomic and physical elements of planning, urban and regional economic analysis, and development finance. Note: Applicants with degrees in related fields, such as those listed above, who do not have the 12 semester hours of specified course work must have had at least 1 year of work experience in community planning acquired under the supervision and guidance of a community planner. OR Combination of education and experience -- courses equivalent to a major in one of the above disciplines, or a combination of related courses totaling at least 24 semester hours in any combination of the above disciplines of which at least 12 semester hours were in the planning process, and socioeconomic and physical elements of planning, plus appropriate experience or additional education. In addition to the basic requirement listed above, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. Specialized experience may include but not limited to:

• Developing or approving airport layout plans.
• Providing technical assistance in all areas of airport system/master planning and coordinating with airlines, airport tenants, user groups, neighboring communities, and airport planning and environmental consultants.
• Reviewing planning consultant contracts, including determination of cost reasonableness and assuring that selection was in accordance with all procurement of professional services requirements.
• Preparing and/or reviewing airport capital improvement plans (ACIP’s), life cycle cost and benefit/cost analysis.
• Providing technical guidance to airport sponsors and consultants both verbally and in writing, as well as at high level technical meetings.
• Speaking, reading, writing, and interpreting the Spanish language.

To qualify for this position at the FV-I or FG/GS-13 level, One year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (FG/GS-12) or pay band level (H) in the federal service.

OTHER INFORMATION:

We may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions.
Travel may be required.
Position may be subject to a background investigation.
A one-year probationary period may be required.
The person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies.