Chairperson, Department of Urban and Regional Planning Jackson State University - Jackson, MS

Chairperson, Department of Urban and Regional Planning

Jackson State University

Professional Area: 

Planning Management, Budgeting and Finance

Contact person: 

Human Resources

Phone: 

601-979-2015

Website: 

https://jsums.peopleadmin.com

Location: 

Jackson, MS

The College of Public Service (CPS) at Jackson State University invites applications and nominations for a Chair, Department of Urban and Regional Planning at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor. Candidates should be senior scholars with a distinguished record of research, teaching, advising, and service.

This is a 12-month tenured appointment. Desired start date is January 2016. Applications will be reviewed as received. The position will remain open until filled. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applicants can apply and view the full job announcement at: https://jsums.peopleadmin.com.

Jackson State University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Associate State Director - Community, AARP-National Office - Pasadena, CA

Associate State Director - Community

Job posted by: AARP-National Office

The AARP Associate State Director for Community is a frontline voice and presence with the 50+ public, AARP members and volunteers, targeted audiences including multicultural audiences, stakeholders and partners.

In this role you will execute relevant metro community-based experiences for members and multicultural/diverse audiences and 50+; execute, lead and/or coordinate the metro team's campaign and advocacy efforts to influence local, state, and federal policy, leveraging volunteer teams and external partners; recruit, orient, train, and engage volunteers; cultivate and maintain strategic relationships with third parties in the metro market, with services, community, advocacy, and volunteer organizations, across public, private and social/non-profit sectors; build strong, collaborative working relationships with metro market team and Matrix leads; participate as an active member of the Metro team with an eye to achieving metro-markets goals and vision.

Requires completion of a Bachelor's degree in urban planning, public administration, political science, public policy, sociology, or related discipline and 5 years of experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience related to the duties of the position; ability to communicate effectively with different audiences, as the context may vary to the media, policymakers, volunteers and/or other external stakeholders; understanding of public policy issues facing the state and AARP membership; demonstrated high level of competence with oral and written communication, computer literacy, social media, strategic thinking, and relationship management skills. Understanding of the state's political and community service and engagement environments; previous government relations and grassroots organizing experience and experience working with volunteer structures. Experience implementing programs for multicultural audiences preferred; Bilingual language skills preferred. Local/in state travel required up to 50% of the time.

To view the full job description and apply online, visit us at www.aarpjobs.com

How to apply

To view the full job description and apply online, visit us at www.aarpjobs.com

Part-time Program Manager, Launch U - Chicago, IL

LAUNCH U (www.launchu.org) is college prep mentoring program that helps underserved but highly motivated scholars through the college application process and in preparation for college life and beyond. Launch U accomplishes our mission by engaging young professionals in our network with high-impact mentor opportunities working directly with high school scholars to help them with all aspects of preparing for college. At the core of our program is providing each scholar with an individual mentor to work with and guide him or her through the entire college application and selection process.

Launch U is seeking a part-time program manager to join the organization and oversee
Duties and Responsibilities:

•   In conjunction with Launch U’s Executive Director, manage and coordinate all facets of college prep program
  
•   Assist mentor and scholar pairs to meet and exceed their expectations within the program parameters
  
•   Monitor scholar progress towards goals, and track details, data, information and activities
  
•   Help to determine innovative strategies to move the organization forward, set goals, create and implement actions
  plans, and evaluate the process and results
  
•   Lead and facilitate on-site sessions hosted at Launch U’s office on Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings (up to
  twice a month)
  Requirements:
  

•   Demonstrated passion for and experience working with adolescent youth in an educational/mentoring capacity
  
•   A minimum of a bachelor’s degree
  
•   Current position working in the educational/non-profit sector and/or pursuit of graduate degree in field is a strong plus
  
•   Some prior experience with program management and/or curriculum development
  
•   Strong leadership, strategic thinking, initiative, problem solving skills and creative ability
  
•   Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative
  
•   Excellent interpersonal communication skills and an outgoing personality
  
•   Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Excel and PowerPoint) and Data Analysis
  
  Compensation:
  Compensation includes a competitive stipend commensurate with skills and experience, along with an incentive bonus based on performance. Potential advancement opportunities, including a full time position as Launch U expands in 2015, is also a possibility based on performance.
  
  Contact Information:
  Please email a cover letter and resume to Bethany Groff, Launch U Executive Director, at bethany@launchu.org 
  

Community Development Director City of Federal Way - Federal Way, WA

Community Development Director

City of Federal Way, Washington

September 5, 2014

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Experience: 

5-7 years

Contact person: 

Prothman

Phone: 

206-368-0050

Fax: 

425-270-3496

Email: 

info@prothman.com

Website: 

http://www.prothman.com

Location: 

Federal Way, WA

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

City of Federal Way, Washington

$112,000 - $148,000

For a complete job description, please visit the Prothman Company athttp://www.prothman.com/ and click on "Current Searches."

Nestled along the shores of Puget Sound, Federal Way, Washington, is known for its saltwater beaches, world-class sports venues, arts and cultural events and much more!  Since its incorporation in 1990, the city has focused on important community projects such as downtown revitalization, transportation system improvements, new parks, and new community facilities for the performing arts. With a population of just over 90,000, Federal Way is ideally located within a 30-minute drive from both Seattle and Tacoma.  Bordered on its west side by the magnificent Puget Sound, with the Olympic and Cascade Mountain Ranges in close proximity, Federal Way offers spectacular views and year-round recreational opportunities.

The Department of Community Development provides the following services: Building Division, Code Enforcement, Community Services, Passport, Permit Center, and Planning Division. There are 24 FTEs in the department. Under the direction of the Mayor, the Community Development Director plans, organizes, coordinates and directs long range planning activities, development review, human services activities, and neighborhood development activities.

Master’s degree in urban planning, civil engineering, building technology, business administration, economics, or related field, and five years of increasingly responsible management experience related to long range planning, land use planning, environmental review, development review, economic development, downtown development and commercial real estate, human services, neighborhood development, building inspection and/or code enforcement, including significant experience managing complex projects, and at least five years in a supervisory capacity.  AICP certification preferred.

The City of Federal Way is an equal opportunity employer. First review:  October 12, 2014 (open until filled). To apply online, visit Prothman at http://www.prothman.com/and click on "Submit Your Application" and follow the directions provided. Application materials will only be accepted electronically via the website. For questions, please call 206-368-0050.