Planner - Lake County, IL

Location: Libertyville, IL
Opening Date: 04/24/2024
Closing Date: 05/31/2024 11:59 PM Central
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: $54,454.40 - $62,171.20 Annually
Department: Planning and Development

General Description

Are you looking for a challenging role within an organization that provides rewarding compensation, an excellent benefit package and career growth opportunities? If so, Lake County Government is the place for you. Comprised of nearly 3,000 employees, it is our goal to positively serve the residents of Lake County while working with a purpose. We believe our employees should take pride in the work they accomplish while truly respecting a collaborative work environment.

The Planner’s general function within the organization is to perform moderately complex work related to land use planning research, development project management and application of zoning and other regulations in the review of development proposals, communication with applicants, issuance of reports and presentation of information to the Department’s key stakeholders.

Full description and application available here.

Planner I - Village of Orland Park

Who: The Village of Orland Park’s Development Services Department seeks a Planner I to be part of our progressive development efforts.

What: Under administrative direction, this position is responsible for performing professional planning duties. Selected candidate will review development plans for conformance to local codes, plans, policy; inspect and survey development sites; collect, organize, and analyze information pertaining to plans and developments; advise developers, prepare reports and graphics for Plan Commission and Village Board review; obtain resident and staff input; recommend board actions; recommend improvements to the development review process.
Additional responsibilities include:

Planner - Village of Glen Ellyn

Who: Village of Glen Ellyn, IL – Planning and Development Department

What: The Village of Glen Ellyn is seeking to hire one full-time Planner. The job duties of the position include, but are not limited to, managing large-scale and long-range planning projects, providing complex support to the Plan Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, and possibly the Zoning Board of Appeals, as assigned, and implementing the Village’s plans and studies including the Comprehensive Plan and Downtown Plan. The Planner provides responsive, courteous and efficient service to Village residents and the general public. Other related duties as assigned. The position reports directly to the Planning & Development Director.
Essential functions of the position include:

Planner II/Senior Planner - Town of Chapel Hill, NC

Who: Town of Chapel Hill, North Carolina

What: The purpose of this position is to support department planning activities, including development plan review, advisory board staffing, research, project management, and community engagement. Essential functions include:

• Development Plan Review: Conducts development plan review using Town of Chapel Hill development standards; works with staff from other Town departments and organizations as part of Technical Review Team. 
• Staff Support: Provides staff support to Town Advisory Boards, committees, and the Town Council. 
• Project Management: Manages and oversees implementation of various planning related projects according to departmental work plan and with limited supervision. 
• Data Research and Analysis: Gathers complex planning-related data and prepares analysis for staff review as directed by supervisor. 
• Report Preparation and Presentation: Evaluates data and prepares plans and reports for distribution and presentation to the Council, Advisory Boards, Town departments, and the general public. 
• Customer Service and Community Outreach: Provides planning information as needed to community stakeholders, development applicants, and others; engages community stakeholders and the general public in planning initiatives to share information and solicit input. 
• Performs other related duties as required, including review and analysis of development applications, providing assistance during the development review process, and supporting the administration and implementation of federal/state grants. 

Qualifications:

Village Planner (Dept. of Community & Economic Develoment) - Brookfield, IL

Who: The Village of Brookfield, IL, population 19,500+, is accepting applications for the position of Village Planner, a position available in the Community and Economic Development Department. This position will report directly to the Community and Economic Development Director.

What: Qualified candidates must have experience in the planning field with excellent oral and written communication skills as well as analytic ability. Candidates should be capable of evaluating and managing commercial, residential, and mixed-use development proposals, meeting with the public to discuss development proposals, assisting with long range planning projects, and presenting before boards, commissions, and elected officials. Because the position requires direct interaction with various constituent groups including residents, developers, public, etc., a friendly customer service orientation is necessary.
The Village of Brookfield recently adopted a new Comprehensive Plan and Major Zoning Code amendment review and will play an integral role in implementing these strategies.The position entails a variety of planning and project management activities including:

Planner - The City of Oxford, Ohio

Who: The City of Oxford, Ohio, Department of Community Development. With a population around 25,000 Oxford is located in southwest Ohio separated from, but near the Cincinnati and Dayton metro areas. As home of Miami University, Forbes Magazine recently rated Oxford the #1 best college town in America. We are part of the Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Council of Governments Metropolitan Planning Organization which also serves to aid us in transportation planning and funding. The City of Oxford and Ohio are politically diverse, which creates a climate requiring a high degree of tact and diplomacy to implement public policy decisions.

What: The City of Oxford is accepting applications for the Classified position of Planner who reports to the Community Development Director. The individual in this position provides technical and professional services to assist the Community Development Director, City Manager, residents, Boards and Commissions, and City Council in matters relating to planning, zoning, building and housing. This individual analyzes, interprets, applies and enforces City codes relating to planning and zoning, coordinates the development review process, conducts field inspections and permit review, and authors land use legislation. Attendance at evening meetings is expected.
Here are a few recent happenings in Oxford of interest to potential planner candidates:

Planner/Zoning Ordinance Officer (Plainfield, IN) - closes 4/29

Who: Town of Plainfield, Indiana

What: The Planner/Zoning Compliance Officer will be responsible for determining, with the help of Town staff, whether properties are in violation and which articles of the Zoning, Subdivision Control and Nuisance Abatement or other ordinances are being violated. The Planner/Zoning Compliance Officer will communicate this information to property owners, tenants and staff. The Planner/Zoning Compliance Officer will work with the Planners, other staff and property owners in coordinating solutions and courses of action for the affected properties. If violations are not corrected in a reasonable period of time, the Planner/Zoning Compliance Officer may issue written citations and work with law enforcement agencies and courts to resolve the violations. The Planner/Zoning Compliance Officer will be general support for Development Services. Essential responsibilities include:

Lead Planner (2 positions available) – City of Kansas City, MO

Who: Kansas City, MO – City Planning & Development Department – Development Management Division

What: Lead Planner - Manages complex, controversial development projects throughout the city from conception to completion of construction. Provides advice to developers and the public. Utilizes expertise in review and analysis of development proposals, and formulates a professional recommendation to the City Plan Commission, Board of Zoning Adjustment, City Council and other committees and neighborhood groups as needed. Manages special projects as assigned by management to address complex land use, urban design, transportation, economic and socio-cultural challenges. Manages long-term projects which often phases over many years or decades. Builds and nurtures relationships with the public, development community, and staff from other city departments and external agencies to facilitate the ongoing development and redevelopment of Kansas City. Utilizes advanced technical knowledge including but not limited to plan and subdivision review, technical and persuasive writing and presentation skills, ability to focus on details in the context of the bigger picture, ability to manage multiple overlapping deadlines, and extensive knowledge of key land use planning and urban design principles. Supervision may be exercised over a staff of professional, technical and clerical personnel.

COORDINATOR OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT I - City of Chicago, IL

COORDINATOR OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT I
City of Chicago 166 reviews - Chicago, IL
$59,796 a year

Job Number: 266741 Description COORDINATOR OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT I City of Chicago - Department of Planning and Development Number of Vacancies: 2 JOB ANNOUNCEMENT Under general supervision, the Coordinator of Economic Development I works with the business community to obtain resources and assistance needed to expand, retain or relocate their operations in the City of Chicago, and performs related duties as required. DUTIES • Recommends available programs and incentives to ensure businesses and industries have the resources they need to remain viable and competitive in future markets • Oversees and participates in the conduct of land use studies identifying business opportunities with the greatest economic development impact for designated areas • Evaluates development proposals submitted by prospective developers for feasibility, incentive requests and compliance with city development goals • Prepares development recommendations to the Community Development Commission and the Chicago Plan Commission for review and approval • Participates in the negotiation of contracts for development and/or redevelopment projects to which the Department is a party, negotiating agreement terms, and the legislative process to obtain City Council authorization to execute the agreements • Identifies funding opportunities and sites for proposed development or expansion projects • Serves as liaison with the business community to coordinate applicable services from operating departments and public and private agencies • Attends community meetings to explain proposed projects and incentive programs and to respond to community concerns regarding pending projects’ effect on infrastructure, community residents and the delivery of city services, as required • Perform other related duties as assigned THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE. Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Urban Planning or a directly related field, plus four years of work experience in economic development; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following: Experience evaluating and making recommendations on economic development proposals related to commercial, mixed-use, institutional and/or government agencies. Experience working in a position requiring knowledge of public financial incentives such as TIF and/or County Tax incentives Experience preparing contracts for development and/or redevelopment projects, negotiating agreement terms and processing to obtain City Council authorization to execute the agreements Experience conducting meetings and doing public presentations in front of large groups of people Proficiency with computer programs including MS Office, email and web-based applications NOTE: To be considered for this position you must provide information about your educational background and your work experience. You must include job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties. (If you are a current City employee, Acting Up cannot be considered.) If you fail to provide this information at the time you submit your application, it will be incomplete and you will not be considered for this position. There are three ways to provide the information: 1) you may attach a resume; 2) you may paste a resume; or 3) you can complete the online resume fields. NOTE: You must provide your transcripts or diploma, professional license, or training certificates at time of processing, if applicable. This position requires applicants to complete an interview which will include a written exercise as part of the interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position, based on the oral and written parts of the interview will be selected VETERANS PREFERENCE NOTE : The City of Chicago offers Veterans Preference to both current, active military personnel AND military personnel who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received an honorable or general discharge. Eligible candidates must have at least six months of active duty documented. In order to receive the veterans preference, candidates need to indicate whether or not they are a veteran by answering “yes” or “no” to the question on the online application that asks, “Are you currently serving on active duty for at least six months in the Armed Forces of the United States OR have you served in the Armed Forces of the United States on active duty for at least six months and received an honorable or general discharge ?” In addition, you must attach documentation to verify your military service. For veterans, you must attach a copy of your DD214 to your online application which includes character of service status OR a letter from the United States Veterans Administration on official stationary stating dates of service and character of service. For active military personnel, you must attach a letter from your Commanding Officer on official stationary verifying your active duty, length of service, and character of service in the Armed Forces of the United States AND a copy of your military ID to your online application. Failure to answer the question and attach the required documentation will result in you not being considered for the Veterans Preference. Education & Employment Verification - Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired you must provide, upon request, adequate information regarding your educational and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying. If you received your degree internationally, all international transcripts/diploma must be accompanied by a Foreign Credential Evaluation. If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired. Evaluation: Your initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application form and documents submitted with the application. Applications must be submitted by the individual applicant. No second party applications will be accepted. An employee must be an actual resident of the City of Chicago. Proof of residency will be required at the time of employment. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation due to disability or pregnancy in order to participate in the application process , please contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources, at 312-744-4976 (voice) or 312-744-5035 (TTY). Please be prepared to provide information in support of your reasonable accommodation request. ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT. The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer. City of Chicago Department of Human Resources Rahm Emanuel, Mayor Soo Choi, Commissioner Job Posting : Dec 23, 2015, 12:01:00 AM | Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External : Jan 6, 2016, 11:59:00 PM

Bicycle Planner (Planner II/Sr. Planner) - City of Colorado Springs, CO

Bicycle Planner (Planner II/Sr. Planner)

City of Colorado Springs

Professional Area: 

Transportation Planning

Experience: 

3-5 years

Location: 

Colorado Springs, CO

Depending on the qualifications of the candidate selected, this position will be filled at either the Bicycle Planner II or Senior Bicycle Planner level. The monthly salary range for the Bicycle Planner II is $4,356.42 to $5,445.53 and it is $5,175.92 to $6,469.83 for the Senior Bicycle Planner.

The City

Learn about the City of Colorado Springs as an employer and what our beautiful city has to offer as a place to live and work by clicking on this link:https://hr.coloradosprings.gov/sites/default/files/human_resources/candi... This information may change annually.

Bicycle Planner II/Senior

As a Bicycle Planner, you will develop and implement the City’s Bicycle Master Plan using the Five E's of Bicycle Planning (Engineering, Education, Encouragement, Enforcement, and Evaluation & Planning) to work towards making Colorado Springs a Gold-Level Bicycle Friendly City as designated by the League of American Bicyclists within the next five years. In this position, you will also serve as the senior technical resource on all Colorado Springs bicycle issues.

Typical Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage programs to increase bike-to-work mode share
• Review development applications and plans to ensure bicycle infrastructure is adequately addressed
• Improve and manage a bicycle parking program
• Assist other organizations with development of a downtown-focused bike share system
• Collaborate with other stakeholders to boost bicycle-related tourism
• Plan and organize bicycle-focused public education and bike ambassador programs
• Develop and prioritize bicycle projects for implementation by various federal and local funding mechanisms, including the regional TIP (Transportation Improvement Program)
• Identify and pursue grants to supplement the City’s investment in bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure
• Serve as staff liaison to the Active Transportation Advisory Committee (city’s bike and pedestrian subcommittee for the Citizens Transportation Advisory Board)
• Coordinate implementation of bike and pedestrian projects with other capital improvements being developed by various city departments
• Support implementation of City's complete streets policy and report on its effectiveness to the Active Transportation Advisory Committee and other active transportation stakeholder groups
• Work with fellow staff and active transportation stakeholder groups to identify and support implementation of priority projects funded by the Bike Tax and Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority

Examples of Job Competencies

Knowledge of:

• Grant funding
• Social media
• Local, state, and national trends affecting active transportation
• Modern office procedures and equipment, including computers
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and mapping programs

Ability to:

• Implement best practices related to bicycle infrastructure
• Understand the principles of bicycle safety and traffic laws
• Communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships

Work is performed in an office/field environment with possible exposure to extreme weather conditions. This position requires excellent writing, presentation, and public speaking skills.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in planning, geography, public administration, architecture, or a related field.

Possess, or obtain upon hire, and maintain a valid Colorado driver's license.

In addition to the qualifications above, the experience below is also required.

Planner II: Three years of full-time experience in planning, civil engineering, development review facilitation, or a related field.

Senior Planner: Five years of full-time responsible planning experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in urban planning or a related field.

Five years of full-time experience in developing bicycle infrastructure policies and design.

Experience in securing and managing grant funding.

Experience with professional associations related to active transportation.

Institute of Traffic Engineers Transportation Planning certification.

Member of the American Institute of Certified Planners.

Additional Information
This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.

Please visit www.coloradosprings.gov and click on ‘Apply for a City Job’ > ‘City of Colorado Springs Job Openings – Apply Now’ button to complete an online application. All job applicants will need to create a new login and online application (unless you already have a NEOGOV/governmentjobs.com user ID and password).

Completing your application in full, including the entire work experience section, will assist Human Resources (HR) in the applicant screening process. Your application may not be considered if all of the information requested for each employer you list is not provided.

Our NEOGOV application system does not allow you to edit your application after it has been submitted for a position. If you want to make changes, you may submit another application prior to the position’s closing date and time listed in the job posting. HR will review the last application you submit for a position.

To view the status of your application, go tohttp://agency.governmentjobs.com/cosprings/default.cfm.

To be notified of future career opportunities, go to http://coloradosprings.gov/jic

If hired, you will be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the United States.

Planning Associate II, CFW Inc. - Emeryville or Los Angeles, CA

Planning Associate II

CFW Inc.

Professional Area: 

Facilities and Infrastructure Planning

Experience: 

3-5 years

Contact person: 

Dr. Rosa Perez

Phone: 

510-596-8180

Email: 

rperez@cfwinc.com

Website: 

http://www.cfwinc.com

Location: 

Emeryville, CA

THE POSITION

Our planning associates are multi-talented visionaries that deliver superb written work, are as comfortable using skills of urban design to craft site plans and capital programs as they are crunching numbers and streamlining excel formulas, and ultimately use their poise and confidence at the podium to present a completed planning product in front of public officials.

The Planning Associate II position is a full-time professional services position. This position will require candidates to apply a broad range of analytical support, guidance, and production of original planning work, under the direction of the Assistant Vice President for Planning Services. The selected candidate will be based either out of the company’s Emeryville or Los Angeles office; however, this position requires the candidate to travel in order to serve clients throughout the State.

RESPONSIBILITIES
The responsibilities of the Planning Associate II are as follows:

• Assess school capital program needs, including facilities, infrastructure, technology, and other relevant programs
• Develop specifications for proposed facilities and sites
• Write, design, assemble, and edit original content for clients through a process-driven planning approach focused on improving the learning environments and the functionality of school site
• Coordinate with team members to develop project budgets and schedules
• Direct, coordinate, review and participate in collecting data, performing analysis, formulating plan documents, and producing implementation materials as well as prepare and analyze reports, studies, findings, letters, memos, public notices, etc., as needed to support CFW operations or client needs
• Attend client and Board of Trustee meetings as required, typically in the evenings
• Analyze grant eligibility and assist in completing necessary applications for State and Federal education grant programs, such as State Aid funding
• Oversee and provide quality control for the products assigned to the Planning Associate(s) I
• Review drafts and provide final edits to the documents produced by the Planning Associate(s) I, insuring these documents are error-free, written in proper style/voice, and fulfill our commitment to both the client and our firm
• Synthesize the Division’s efforts in regular reports to the Assistant Vice President for Planning Services
• Review of all external marketing and client presentations
• Train and mentor the subordinate Associates
• Identification and marketing of additional opportunities to assist new and existing clients in meeting their facilities planning objectives
• Maintain knowledge of advanced planning principles and practice, current developments, literature and information sources; research methods, and laws and ordinances regarding plans, development review, education policy, zoning, land division and environmental review

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/REQUIREMENTS

• At least three (3) years of relevant work experience along with completion of a Masters degree in Urban Planning, Public Policy, Business, Economics, Architecture, or a related field
• Advanced knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint and Word; candidates are encouraged to share any experience with additional industry-specific tools (e.g. MS Project for schedules, Photoshop/Illustrator for graphics, SketchUp for 3D models, ArcGIS/Google Earth for mapping, etc)
• Adept with planning policies at the local, county, and state level in California (e.g. School Districts, City Councils, County Planning, CEQA, Coastal Commission, etc) and are prepared to rapidly develop a command of relevant State agencies (e.g. OPSC, DSA, CDE, etc)
• Self-motivated and self-directed, can work independently and  adhere to a rapid-paced work schedule
• Available for evening meetings and overnight trips
• Proven ability to write in a professional manner
• Ability to synthesize and apply government regulations and industry best practices to the assigned work product

APPLICATION PROCESS & DEADLINES

Desired Start Date: At successful completion of interview process.

Compensation: CFW offers a competitive compensation package, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Required materials:  Interested candidates should submit the following to the Director of Human Resources, Dr. Rosa Perez at rperez@cfwinc.com: (1) a cover letter that summarizes relevant work experience and abilities; (2) 2-3 professional references; (3) a resume; and (4) a sample of written work that is relevant to the position.  Samples of work may include a professionally completed plan, study, or analysis completed for a client or public decision-making body.  Professionally commissioned documents or presentations with written narrative, graphics, and data are preferred.  Candidates must indicate precisely the portion of work completed individually.

Hiring Process: CFW will review the pool of candidate information in the order received and may call suitable candidates to arrange an opportunity for an in person or Skype-based preliminary interview.  Finalists may then be called to arrange a second interview with the firm’s senior management team.

Submittal Deadline: Reviews of applicants will begin in mid-December, 2015; candidates are strongly encouraged to submit required materials as soon as possible.

Questions regarding the assignment may be directed to Jeremy Cogan, Assistant Vice President for Planning Services at:  jcogan@cfwinc.com.  Mr. Cogan’s phone number is 323-543-8317.

More information about CFW may be found at: http://www.cfwinc.com/

Sr Planner - Historic Preservation and Urban Design - City of Fort Worth, TX

Sr Planner - Historic Preservation and Urban Design

City of Fort Worth

Professional Area: 

Preservation

Urban Design

Website: 

https://careers.fortworthtexas.gov/

Location: 

Fort Worth, TX

Salary: $58,278.00 - $75,761.00/yr

Closes: December 24, 2015

Job Description

Fort Worth is the 16th-largest city in the United States and the fifth-largest city in the State of Texas with a population of 812,238. The City is home to acclaimed world-class opportunities for business, education, cultural pursuits and affordable living. Access to DFW International Airport and major transportation infrastructure put the world in easy reach. Fort Worth welcomes visitors from around the world to experience the great American West, world renowned museums and cultural venues, and rich arts and culinary treasures. The City is also home to an emerging craft brewing and distilling industry, locally made goods, and a growing live music scene. As one of the most affordable large cities in Texas, Fort Worth is a significantly more affordable option than Austin and Dallas.

The City is a leader in historic preservation and urban design in the State of Texas. With 13 historic districts and over 7,000 individually designated properties, Fort Worth has the largest collection of historically designated properties in the state. A staff of six administers a variety of design districts which have been recognized at the regional and national level. As the central city continues to redevelop, so will the demand for additional design districts.

The City is seeking candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Historic Preservation from an accredited university with coursework in Urban Design, Urban Planning or a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Planning, or Urban Design from an accredited university with coursework and work experience in Historic Preservation PLUS five (5) years of work experience with design overlays, form based codes, and design review

OR

a Master's degree in Historic Preservation from an accredited university with coursework in Urban Design, Urban Planning or a Master's Degree in Architecture, Planning, or Urban Design from an accredited university with coursework and work experience in Historic Preservation PLUS three (3) years of work experience with design overlays, form based codes, and design review.

In addition to the stated minimum experience and education, the ideal candidate will have experience facilitating and reviewing development proposals/projects in design based districts – districts requiring urban design/design and/or architectural review. Examples of districts with design requirements are: historic, design overlay, conservation, and form based districts. Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint skills required.

The PRIMARY purpose of this position is to assist with administration of Historic Preservation in Fort Worth. This consists of outreach and education, evaluating applications for alterations and new construction, updating of historic district standards and guidelines, Section 106 reviews, reviewing plans and facilitating development in historic districts.

The SECONDARY purpose of this position is to provide as needed assistance for the Downtown Design Review Board, Urban Design Commission, and management of key design related projects.

Job Preferences

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Bilingual English/Spanish skills are highly desirable and preferred 
GIS and Adobe Creative Suite skills are highly desirable and preferred 
Demonstrated ability to:

Administer a Historic Preservation program 
Create and re-write historic district standards and guidelines 
Communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing. 
Interpret planning, design, and zoning activities to commissions, boards, developers and the public. 
Interpret and explain City planning and design policies and procedures. 
Prepare clear and concise reports. 
Summarize complex subject matter. 
Read construction drawings (utilizing architectural and engineering scale as indicated), including architectural, electrical, mechanical, landscape and detail/specification sheets. 
Create a drawing using either Adobe Creative Suite or hand illustration.

Knowledge of:

Methods, principles, and practices of historic preservation, city planning, and urban design. 
Site planning and architectural design techniques and methods 
Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations applicable to historic preservation 
Public participation processes, public approval processes, policy creation and implementation process 
Principles and practices of project management 
Development process including but not limited to permitting process, design standards and guidelines, and review process for design projects. 

Planner I, Osceola County BOCC - Kissimmee, FL

Planner I

Osceola County BOCC

Professional Area: 

Transportation Planning

Website: 

http://webkiosk.osceola.org/index.cfm?lsFuses=JobApp/Jobs/Detail&sJobID=PS101777

Location: 

Kissimmee, FL

The position that Osceola County is seeking to fill is within the Transportation Planning Studio of the Planning & Design Area.  It will be a support position working with a team of 4 -6 other staff members.  Experience in transportation planning, bike trails and recreation trails, MetroPlan and/or working with Public Works or other jurisdictions in a Technical Advisory role is highly preferred.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

Under direction, the purpose of the position is to perform simple planning activities including (1) land use, environmental, transportation, infrastructure and physical planning; (2) data research, inventory and analysis to support planning activities; and (3) report writing and development review to implement the County’s Comprehensive Plan.  Employees in this classification function at entry professional level to perform skilled planning work.  Objective is to execute the County’s program for its Comprehensive Plan in compliance with all applicable codes and regulations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

• Obtains data and performs required analysis to support the Comprehensive Plan and associated studies.
• Provides technical assessment of impacts of land use for both current and long range planning activities.
• Reviews preliminary and final plans for development for compliance with Comprehensive Plan and development regulations.
• Coordinates Inter-departmental review of the development applications.
• Provides assistance to senior level staff positions in both current and long range planning activities.
• Assists in the long range planning function of the department by providing information and analysis.
• Responsible for distribution of demographic data to the general public.
• Assists applicants with submittal of plan amendment applications.
• Assists the general public and developers with the application of the future land use map as designated on their property.
• Participates in the review and implementation of the Land Development Code.
• Assists senior staff in preparing and making presentations to the Board of County Commissioners, Planning Commission, and community groups.
• Provides technical assistance at meetings.
• Conducts necessary research and analyzes collected data.
• Performs duties as assigned/necessary which are related, or logical in assignment to the position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of urban, environmental, and transportation planning; knowledge of State, County and municipal planning, zoning and development.
• Knowledge of pertinent federal, state and local rules, regulations, ordinances, and other regulatory standards applicable to the work.
• Knowledge of the objectives associated with both long and short-range planning initiatives within assigned area of planning.
• Knowledge of the body of available and current information resources applicable to the functions for technical research purposes and for special projects as may be assigned.
• Ability to interpret rules, regulations, and policies to support effective decision-making in accordance with established precedent.
• Knowledge of required development applications.
• Interpersonal, leadership, planning, management and communications skills; ability to communicate professionally verbally, in writing, and in presentations.
• Skill in researching, compiling, and summarizing statistical data and information materials.
• Ability to utilize personal computers, standard office equipment and standard software applications, e.g., word processors, database software, spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communications with internal and external customers, industry professionals, co-workers and the public.
• Ability to organize work, establish priorities, meet established deadlines, and follow up on assignments with direction.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in Planning or related field supplemented by zero (0) to three (3) years professional planning experience within a similar public organization; or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training and/or experience. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.

Development Review Division Manager - County of Santa Barbara, CA

Development Review Division Manager

County of Santa Barbara

Professional Area: 

Environmental and Natural Resources Planning

Experience: 

3-5 years

Contact person: 

Bill Avery or Cris Piasecki

Phone: 

408-399-4424 or 408-234-2025

Email: 

jobs@averyassoc.net

Website: 

http://www.averyassoc.net

Location: 

Santa Barbara, CA

The Development Review Division Manager works as part of a management team with four other division managers and reports to the Assistant Director of Planning and Development.  This position leads a staff of 14, working in the Santa Barbara and Santa Maria offices. The position is based in Santa Barbara and travels to Santa Maria regularly.  This position will work with industry officials, elected officials, community members, various commissions, boards, special interest groups, associations, multiple community plans, and many responsible and interested Federal, State and local agency representatives.  The ideal candidate will successfully execute a vision to build a division culture that is trusted by the community, strategically manage the unique planning conditions in Santa Barbara’s diverse communities, and make planning decisions that are fair, educated and well informed.
The selected candidate will have at least two years of broad and extensive California planning experience as a supervisor or equivalent in a local agency with a strong understanding of CEQA.  The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met by having a Bachelor’s degree in planning, public administration, or related field; a Master’s degree is desirable.  The salary range for this position is  $88,000-$130,800 annually, DOQ.  To be considered, please submit (email preferred) a letter of interest, resume, salary history and contact information including email addresses for five work-related references to Bill Avery by December 18, 2015. A formal job announcement is available athttp://www.averyassoc.net.
Bill Avery or Cris PiaseckiAvery Associates3½ N. Santa Cruz Ave., Suite ALos Gatos, CA 95030E-mail: jobs@averyassoc.net