Editor and Director, Urban Omnibus, The Architectural League of New York - New York, NY

Editor and Director, Urban Omnibus

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Company:The Architectural League of New York

Location:New York, NY

Date Posted:September 28, 2015

The Architectural League seeks a dynamic, collaborative, forward-looking individual to serve as the next Editor and Director of Urban Omnibus (www.urbanomnibus.net), the League’s online publication and related events and projects exploring the complex landscape and urbanity of New York City. In weekly feature-length articles and frequent shorter posts, UO makes vivid the people, practices, and disciplines that continuously create New York. Having firmly established its distinctive approach over the six years since its launch, Urban Omnibus is poised to begin a new chapter under new leadership.

For a complete job description and detailed instructions on how to apply, please visit the hiring page on the Urban Omnibus website at http://urbanomnibus.net/2015/09/were-hiring-uo-seeks-its-next-editor-and-director/

Urban Designer, PlaceWorks - Berkeley, CA

Urban Designer

PlaceWorks

Professional Area: 

Urban Design

Email: 

careers@placeworks.com

Location: 

Berkeley, CA

PlaceWorks is a multi-disciplinary firm of approximately 110 planners, urban designers, landscape architects, and technical specialists in several offices working in the fields of city planning, environmental review, urban design, landscape architecture, GIS and public participation.  We have a strong commitment to sustainable planning and design and to empowering and improving communities.   Please take a look at our website (www.placeworks.com) to find out more about the work we do.

We are seeking a designer for our Berkeley office that is passionate, creative, energetic, and deeply committed to producing design and planning work that shapes and improves communities.  We have a fast-paced office filled with employees that can multi-task.  The position’s workload will vary and will include designing, drawing, writing, mapping, research, and some small-scale web development.  Projects include streetscape and neighborhood plans, graphic design projects, large scale transit-oriented development plans, and downtown plans. 

Responsibilities:

• Help develop polices and design guidelines related to the built environment.
• Create urban design and planning concepts for different types of development.
• Assist in 3D modeling and rendering using SketchUp.
• Conceptualize and create branding packages for clients including logos, documents, and layouts.
• Assist in WordPress development and web administration.
• Research urban design and planning issues, including urban design best practices.
• Understand and design improvements to bicycle and pedestrian facilities.
• Design and prepare illustrative and graphic materials, including GIS maps, to communicate ideas in documents, presentations, and at community meetings.
• Edit, layout, and produce work products for client and public review.
• Assist at community meetings by preparing meeting materials, taking notes, and facilitating small group discussions.

Skills and Abilities:

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.

• Writing proficiency is required.
• Experience in WordPress, HTML, and web development is required.
• Familiarity with ArcGIS is desired, but not required. 
• Architecture and hand drawing skills are desired, but not required.
• Spanish is desired.

Education and Experience:

• 2 years of related experience performing the responsibilities listed above.
• Degree in City & Regional Planning, Urban Design, or related field.

We offer a competitive salary, generous benefits, and a casual yet focused work environment. PlaceWorks is an equal opportunity employer.

Intern, Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates - Los Angeles, CA

Intern

Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates

Experience: 

Internship

Location: 

Los Angeles, CA

Intern

Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates is seeking a highly organized, independent, and motivated intern for its Downtown Los Angeles office to support the firm’s practice in multimodal and transit planning, with a focus on visual content. This is an outstanding opportunity for the right person to become involved in building Nelson\Nygaard’s practice, which is focused on multimodal transportation planning for livable communities. Nelson\Nygaard’s work emphasizes creative and innovative transit and transportation planning and community involvement, often within a wider set of goals such as economic development and reduced dependence on the private automobile. A strong interest and some background in developing the transportation aspects of livable communities is therefore a must.

Responsibilities

Intern responsibilities will depend on specific needs of projects that are being undertaken but will likely include graphics production, mapping, research, data collection, spreadsheet analysis, writing and editing reports, development of outreach materials, and potentially some minor business development tasks. Though most of the work will come from projects in California and the West Coast, there will be numerous opportunities for the candidate to contribute to Nelson\Nygaard projects across the United States. Candidates must be willing to travel and must have a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications and Requirements

Above all, we are looking for someone who has apassion for sustainable transportation planning. Relevant degrees include transportation planning, landscape architecture, urban/city/regional planning, urban design, and transportation engineering. Candidates without formal education in a relevant field may be considered if accompanied by sufficient experience with transportation planning and policy.

Potential candidates must demonstrate excellent skills in graphics production, writing, data analysis, oral presentation and problem solving. Experience creating visual content (maps, info graphics, renderings, etc.) using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop as well as proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is required for this position. Additional experience with graphics software (InDesign, SketchUp), modeling programs (Synchro, TransCAD), GIS, or database analysis will be considered favorably. Potential candidates may be asked to demonstrate their writing and oral presentation skills.

Salary and Benefits

Nelson\Nygaard offers a flexible, friendly work environment that encourages diversity and creativity. This paid internship provides an opportunity to join Nelson\Nygaard for 3-12 months at 20-40 hours per week. The number of hours per week is dependent on your schedule. You will be assigned a “point person” to guide you through Nelson\Nygaard’s intern program and provide feedback along the way.

To apply, please combine cover letter and resume into a single PDF with the filename format “Firstname Lastname_LA Intern.pdf” and email your information to jobs@nelsonnygaard.com.

No phone calls please.

Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

POLICY MANAGER, Urban Green Council - New York City, NY

POLICY MANAGER

Job posted by: Urban Green Council (USGBC New York Chapter)

Improve a million buildings at NYCʼs most impactful environmental nonprofit.

Urban Green Council, the local affiliate of the U.S. Green Building Council, is looking for a policy maven to develop and drive green building change in New York City.

Urban Green is NYCʼs go-to nonprofit organization on sustainable building policy, twice managing blue ribbon commissions on behalf of the city, most recently following Superstorm Sandy. Annually, the organization passes an average of 20 code reforms, with about half of the 138 combined task force recommendations implemented to date.

With the rise of a progressive new Mayor and City Council, Urban Green is playing a central role in re-envisioning sustainability in NYC, including partnering in the management of the Technical Working Group developing the cityʼs 80 x 50 energy efficiency policies. In order to expand its capacity to take on a broader range of critical initiatives, Urban Green is adding the position of Policy Manager to its leading edge policy team. Working in concert with experts from the worldʼs most sophisticated real estate industry, the Policy Manager will assist the Director of Policy on big picture efforts and lead Urban Greenʼs work on a range of specific strategic initiatives.

About the Position

The Policy Manager will contribute to Urban Greenʼs advocacy work with the City of New York, New York City Council, the State of New York, and professional associations including the Real Estate Board of New York. The Policy Manager will work closely with Policy Director Laurie Kerr, a leader in the development of green building and urban sustainability policy with a considerable track record of driving leading edge strategy in New York City and nationally. Core responsibilities will include assisting the Policy Director on sustainability planning and large projects for New York City, including coordinating with New York State, and spearheading a variety of strategic initiatives. The Policy Manager reports to the Director of Policy and may oversee an intern, consultants, and/or research fellows. As part of the Policy team, the Policy Manager will participate in setting the teamʼs strategic direction and in coordinating with the Research and Programs teams.

Nimble and rapidly growing, the Urban Green Council requires a Policy Manager who understands green building strategies and technologies and has experience working in green building policy at the state or city level. This position will provide the qualified candidate broad exposure to leading thinkers in urban sustainability and the opportunity to positively impact the future of New York City.

Key Responsibilities

Policy

• Assist Director of Policy on various large scale policy initiatives including:
  • Advising and assisting the City on its 80 x 50 initiative
  • Advising and assisting the City Council on local laws
  • Advising and assisting the city on energy code development
  • Maintaining strong relationships with government, non-profits, and industry leaders
  • Advising the Director on the development of new policy initiatives
  • Coordinating with NYS, including the Governorʼs Energy Office, NYSERDA, NYPA, and the PSC
• Lead specific policy initiatives with guidance from the Director of Policy. Such initiatives may include:
  • Strategies for reducing energy use in tenant spaces
  • Special projects, such as catalyzing the development of new technologies
  • Clarifying landmarks requirements to better facilitate energy efficient upgrades
  • Specific green code development

Interdepartmental

• Advise research and education departments on priorities related to policy
• Coordinate with programs department on content related to policy

Departmental Management

• Advise Director of Policy on annual departmental goal-setting
• Supervise interns, consultants, and volunteer committees
  • Assist with professional staff development and maintaining an engaging and satisfying workplace

Required Qualifications/Skills:

• Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field; Masterʼs degree or professional license a plus
• At least 5 years work experience in green building, including construction, retrofits, and building operations
• Experience in urban sustainability policy at the state or city level
• Familiarity with building codes, particularly the energy code
• Excellent writing, editing, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Understanding of current environmental issues, green building, and the real estate industry
• Ability to work well in groups, including volunteer committees
• Ability to juggle several projects, including those that may involve consultants
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task
• Creativity, energy, confidence, integrity, initiative, and independence

Compensation

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience. Benefits include paid health insurance and 401(k) plan with match after 90 days and a generous vacation policy.

About Urban Green Council

Urban Green Councilʼs mission is to transform the NYC building industry for a sustainable future.

Our work is based on core expertise in policy, research and education. We believe a sustainable future requires energy-efficient, green, resilient, healthy, and affordable buildings.

A non-profit organization established in 2002, and the largest urban chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council, Urban Green has quickly grown to a full-time staff of over 20. Our in-house experts and a dedicated network of volunteers are helping to transform the built environment in New York City with models that can be replicated in urban centers nationwide. We are acknowledged as the premier forum for the development of environmentally sound building practices in the greater New York area, and our input is sought on major policy issues and regulatory initiatives in New York City and New York State. More information can be found at www.urbangreencouncil.org.

How to apply

Please email resume and cover letter including salary requirements (single PDF titled PM_[NAME]) with "PM/Your Name - Idealist" in the subject line to jobs@urbangreencouncil.org.

South Jersey Advocate, Tri-State Transportation Campaign - Camden, NJ

South Jersey Advocate

Job posted by: Tri-State Transportation Campaign

Tri-State Transportation Campaign seeks a dynamic and effective advocate to advance sustainable transportation policies in southern New Jersey.

The Tri-State Transportation Campaign conducts advocacy to promote a more balanced and equitable transportation system in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. We were formed in 1994 by the region's major environmental and planning organizations to reduce the impacts of car dependency and sprawl development. Since our founding, we have stopped wasteful road expansion projects and won millions more in funding for mass transit, bicycle and pedestrian projects.

Responsibilities of the advocate will include:

• Taking a lead role in the effort to connect "the Circuit," Greater Philadelphia's regional trail network, with an emphasis on advocating for the completion of trails along the Cooper and Delaware rivers in South Jersey.
• Working with agency and elected officials, civic leaders, businesses, and non-profits to improve on-road and off-road walking and biking facilities
• Conducting outreach on and promoting transit, walking and biking projects and initiatives in South Jersey that reduce car dependency and advance local, state and federal investment in these modes
• Serving as a liaison for environmental, smart growth, transit and bicycle advocates in southern New Jersey and the Greater Philadelphia area.
• Conducting media outreach regarding TSTC reports and activities.
• Writing and delivering testimony on legislation or budgets at agency and committee hearings.
• Organizing meetings/events such as coalition convenings, conferences, symposiums, workshops, as needed.
• Travel throughout New Jersey, Philadelphia and to our Manhattan office required.

The position is likely to be located in Camden, NJ, but other locations may be considered. TSTC is headquartered in Midtown Manhattan and maintains offices in Camden, NJ and Albany, NY.

Requirements:

B.A. in political science, environmental policy, urban planning or related field required. Community organizing experience a plus. Three years of work experience preferred. The person must have a passion for transportation and environmental issues, be politically savvy, energetic, highly motivated and have excellent analytical, research and writing skills. New Jersey residency and media experience strongly preferred.

Salary/Benefits:

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Tri-State Transportation Campaign offers full health insurance, TransitChek, 3 weeks paid vacation, a retirement plan, and bike parking. Women and people of color encouraged to apply.

How to apply

To apply, email resume and cover letter by August 28, 2015 to Matthew Norris, South Jersey Coordinator, Tri-State Transportation Campaign at matthew@tstc.org. No phone calls please.

Senior Planner Alta Planning + Design - Troy, NY

Senior Planner

Alta Planning + Design

Experience: 

5-7 years

Contact person: 

Rachel Tomey

Phone: 

5032309862

Email: 

Racheltomey@altaplanning.com

Website: 

http://www.altaplanning.com

Location: 

Troy, NY

Senior Planner (Troy, NY)

Alta Planning + Design, Inc. is an international consulting firm with a mission to create active communities where bicycling and walking are safe, healthy, fun, and normal daily activities. We specialize in bicycle, pedestrian, trail, park, greenway, and roadway planning, design, and implementation in addition to outreach and education programs.

Overview

This position is responsible for producing high-quality materials, reports and other deliverables in support of project objectives.

Position Priorities

An understanding of the field of urban planning, specifically related to non-motorized transportation, and the ability to collaborate across discipline boundaries to support the delivery of solutions which meet client expectations is required in order to successfully meet the requirements of this position.

The essential priorities of this exempt, salaried position are to:

• Enhance Alta’s reputation as a trusted advisor and expert by educating clients and other relevant parties, supporting solutions which will meet their business objectives.
• Produce high-quality, accurate and complete reports and analyses.
• Participate in public outreach and other project deliverables.

Responsibilities + Tasks

Additional responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Contributing to the development of proposals, statements of work, contract addenda, and scope changes.
• Participating in or leading field investigations and site analyses and participating in, or leading, public outreach efforts.
• Conducting research and writing relevant reports, including formatting documents and developing presentation materials.
• Developing, editing and producing newsletters, final reports, plans, memos and workshop materials.
• Collecting data and producing maps for field work, public input, client meetings and project display boards and reports.
• Mentoring less senior staff in the development of their own professional technical proficiencies.
• Contributing to research and enhancing professional staff knowledge.
• Contributing to blogs and internal whitepapers.
• May contribute to the hiring process.

Requirements

This position requires a combination of skills, experience and education including, but not limited to:

• Passion for active living and non-motorized transportation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Planning or related field of study.
• Five (5) or more years of experience in a consulting environment or public entity.
• Knowledge of, and interest in, the field of active, non-motorized transportation.
• Demonstrated understanding of the planning process.
• Exhibits strong initiative and the ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and multiple simultaneous projects involving cross-functional project teams.
• Ability and willingness to travel.
• Strong professional ethics, leadership skills, accountability, and decision-making capabilities.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication, organization, and analytic skills.
• Exhibits accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word, Adobe Creative Suite, ESRI Arc GIS, or similar products.
• Proficiency in an enterprise-wide resource planning and project management tool.

preferred skills + certifications

There are a number of additional skills, experience and education that would be beneficial to this position including, but not limited to:

• Master’s Degree in Urban Planning with an emphasis on active, non-motorized transportation.
• Experience mentoring professional staff.
• Experience using Deltek Vision.
• Experience using Spatial Analyst, Network Analyst.
• Working knowledge of US Census information with GIS.
• Experience writing and/or presenting white papers or other presentations at conferences and other events promoting the field of sustainable infrastructure and active, non-motorized transportation solutions.
• Active participation in industry-relevant professional associations and committees.
• AICP Certification.

Apply via our website at:

http://altaplanning.com/careers/senior-planner-troy-ny/

No phone calls, please. 

Deputy Director, Community Planning & Development, Isles, Inc. - Trenton, NJ

Deputy Director, Community Planning & Development

Job posted by: Isles, Inc.

We are currently seeking an experienced administrator with community development / urban planning / real estate experience to serve as Isles Deputy Director, Planning & Development. This position will play a critical role in Isles' long term success by developing, implementing and managing innovative services that achieve resident-led neighborhood revitalization. We seek a creative, flexible, self-directed individual who can work collaboratively with Isles staff, community stakeholders, funders and partners, including state and local government, academic institutions, local businesses, other non-profits, and residents. The Deputy Director will have the opportunity to join a dynamic and highly accomplished team at one of the most innovative and successful nonprofits in the region. 

The position reports to the Managing Director, Planning & Development. 

The Deputy Director must have excellent writing, speaking, and presentation skills, as well as the ability to work in a collaborative and consultative manner with colleagues and community stakeholders. The position also requires strong supervisory and project management skills.

Qualified Candidates Will Have Proven Success In:

• Overseeing the administration of large scale service efforts including meeting significant reporting needs
• Managing project schedules and activities to ensure that all requirements are met, deliverables are completed and reporting is timely
• Identifying funding sources and writing grants to obtain funding
• Managing budgets and containing costs to allow for efficient project execution
• Developing and maintaining relationships with community stakeholders, funders and partners, including state and local government, academic institutions, local businesses, other non-profits, and residents
• Participating actively and effectively in community group meetings and planning sessions
• Conducting research to assess and quantify community needs
• Developing new ideas to meet community needs; researching and applying best practices from other communities
• Creating feasible plans based on research, best practices and community involvement
• Driving the implementation of community or neighborhood plans
• Defining, guiding and participating in outreach efforts
• Understanding the impact of local, state and national legislation on development work

Base Qualifications for Position

• Bachelor's degree required; graduate degree in planning, public administration, real estate or related field preferred
• At least 4 years experience in urban planning, real estate or related field
• Experience working in and demonstrated commitment to low income communities and communities of color
• Strong project management skills and experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Understanding of GIS systems and experience using GIS and other mapping software
• Ability to work independently and collegially in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook); considerable skill and comfort using Microsoft Excel

How to apply

Send cover letter, resume and writing sample to lmcalister@isles.org

Research Associate, Public Finance for Parks, The Trust for Public Land - Seattle, WA

Research Associate - Public Finance for Parks

Job posted by: The Trust for Public Land - SF Headquarters

The Trust for Public Land is the leading U.S. nonprofit organization focused on creating parks for people in cities across the United States. We are committed to getting every American within a 10-minute walk of a park, especially in those cities and urban counties where residents currently lack this access. We are currently seeking a Research Associate who wants to join our team and help us in our work to advise top city leaders across the U.S. on how to create the public funding to make the 10-minute walk goal a reality.

The Research Associate will join our research team, a national group of experts with decades of experience in public policy, economics, planning, marketing, and public finance. The research team's work has been central to the Trust for Public Land's ability to create more than $58 billion in voter-approved funding for parks, land conservation and restoration since 1996. Our research and field teams (a group of 20 spread across the country) work in tandem to advise top elected officials and their staffs who seek our technical expertise to research, design and pass ballot measures and legislation.

Since 1996, we have passed 479 state and local ballot measures while achieving an 81 percent passage rate. We have helped pass measures in major cities and urban counties throughout the United States.

The Research Associate's primary focus will be to help us achieve our 10-minute walk goal by helping cities/counties create the public funding needed to achieve that goal. More specifically, the Research Associate will investigate in depth how major cities/urban counties where we are working can create the substantial public funding to increase access to parks. They will also help with two major research databases (LandVote and the Conservation Almanac) that we created and that serve as essential accountability tools for the parks and land conservation movements in the U.S.

The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in The Trust for Public Land's mission of creating parks for people, especially in neighborhoods where residents often lack access to parks, playgrounds, community gardens, and trails that may be found in other parts of a city or county.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Feasibility research and written reports for the Conservation Finance program's urban Parks for People finance work. These reports evaluate the potential of state and local governments to design public funding programs for parks. Typical reports include the following: an outline the range of legal revenue options, including new and innovative mechanisms for financing urban parks, that a community could use, how much revenue could be generated, the ballot language requirements, the legal pathways to the ballot, the election history of that jurisdiction, review of the political landscape including elected officials and their terms in office. It includes a review of other key community issues that could affect the passage of a measure.
• Research for the Conservation Almanac, a comprehensive database of public land conservation activities and for the National Conservation Easement Database, a comprehensive database to track conservation easements in the United States.
• Identify and collect information from stakeholders through email and phone contacts; gathering data and qualitative information from existing materials (e.g. journal articles, government reports, legal statutes). Format data for input into online databases. Also to manage project relationships and project documentation.
• Design of our research products including research papers and reports that require data analysis and data summaries in the forms of excel spreadsheets, charts, dashboards, graphs, etc.
• Distillation research reports into marketing materials, development of PowerPoint slides, and effective utilization of social media platforms to garner more attention for our research, and coordination with marketing staff.
• Perform other relevant duties, including writing and administrative tasks, as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in environmental policy/natural resources or a degree in public administration, political science, urban planning, environmental science or related field with a demonstrated interest in the environmental sector.
• 1-2 years relevant experience.
• Strong familiarity with how local and state governments operate and respect for and belief in the public policy, political, and electoral process. Experience or demonstrated interest in public policy, politics, campaigns, and elections is highly desirable. We are a non-partisan organization and we work successfully with public officials from across the political spectrum and all members of our team, regardless of their personal political views, must be able to work effectively with public officials of all political backgrounds.
• Experience or work in an urban environment in public finance, particularly financing urban park acquisition, development, operations, and maintenance.
• Experience creating literature reviews, policy statements or involvement in the development of academic research papers is required.
• Experience preparing research and presentation materials for meetings, conferences or presentations.
• Knowledge of the basics of GIS is helpful.
• Experience developing marketing materials (websites, social media blasts, pamphlets, newsletters) is helpful.
• Demonstrated success working in a team-oriented environment.
• Experience and comfort with clear and effective communication in person, in writing, online, and over the phone with a diverse variety of internal and external audiences.
• Mastery of software applications, particularly Excel, Access, Word and Power Point.
• Experience with database applications and graphics programs (such as InDesign) preferred. Experience with relational databases is a plus.
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Attention to detail, organization, diligence and commitment to excellence.
• Ability to work under deadline pressure on multiple projects with multiple deadlines.
• Some national travel for projects and conferences, which might be 2-4 times per year.

How to apply

Apply via the job posting on our website:http://www.tpl.org/about/jobs/research-associate-public-finance-parks

Director of Research and Preservation, Greenwich Village Society for Historic Preservation - New York City, NY

Director of Research and Preservation

Job posted by: Greenwich Village Society for Historic Preservation

The Greenwich Village Society for Historic Preservation (GVSHP) seeks a highly motivated historic preservationist for a Director of Research and Preservation position.

GVSHP is a non-profit organization founded in 1980 and is the largest membership organization in Greenwich Village, the East Village, and NoHo. Through research, documentation, and advocacy, GVSHP works to preserve the built environment and character of the Village, East Village, and NoHo. The Society currently has seven full-time employees, including the Director of Research and Preservation position, and several part-time consultants and interns.

Duties of the Director of Research and Preservation include:

• Overseeing and coordinating historic buildings research and managing research interns
• Overseeing and coordinating GVSHP's design review of proposed new construction and changes to historic buildings
• Overseeing and coordinating GVSHP's landmarks applications webpage (www.gvshp.org/lpc)
• Drafting requests for evaluation to the Landmarks Preservation Commission
• Drafting testimony for public hearings, and representing the organization at public hearings, community meetings, and other events
• Creating and updating on-line and printed materials illustrating GVSHP's research and preservation work
• Responding to questions from the public regarding history, research, and landmark status and regulation

Candidates for the position must:

• Have a demonstrated knowledge of historic preservation, the NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission, and architectural history and styles
• Be knowledgeable about historic building research techniques
• Have a familiarity with the Greenwich Village, NoHo, and East Village community
• Be a highly motivated, meticulous, detail-oriented self-starter willing to work more than 40 hours/week and occasional weekends and evenings as needed
• Be comfortable speaking in public, in both formal and informal settings
• Have strong writing skills

The ideal candidate would have:

• A degree in historic preservation.
• A strong knowledge of the history of the architecture and and physical development of Greenwich Village, the East Village, and NoHo, and of their preservation movements
• Experience interacting with and navigating the NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission
• Prior involvement in and connection to Greenwich Village, East Village, and/or NoHo community affairs
• Experience writing about architecture, urban planning, and New York City history
• Experience managing interns or staff
• Knowledge of/experience with Word, Wordpress, GIS, Excel, Powerpoint, Photoshop, Google SketchUp, Quark, and web design programs such as Contribute or Dreamweaver
• Experience with on-line building research using resources such as ACRIS, BIS, and Property Shark

How to apply

Send resumes and cover letters to GVSHP, 232 East 11th Street, NY, NY 10003 or andrew@gvshp.org.

Content + Community Engagement Manager, Downtown Brooklyn Partnership - Brooklyn, NY

Content + Community Engagement Manager

Job posted by: Downtown Brooklyn Partnership

The Content + Community Engagement Manager will have an important role as part of DBP's award-winning Marketing Team to help manage the production of editorial and promotional content for its local and national web audiences; to help expand and deepen our relationships with local businesses, organizations, and residents; to expand our capacity to host free public events; and to enhance our connections to those who visit, work, or live in Downtown Brooklyn. The ideal candidate will take pride in the outstanding execution of all tasks and projects, regardless of size and scope. This role represents an excellent opportunity to develop project management, event management, marketing, and leadership skills in a fast-paced, innovative nonprofit that supports the fastest growing and most diverse Downtown in the nation.

Roles and Responsibilities

The Content + Community Engagement Manager will report to the Managing Director of Programs + Partnerships in specific tasks that support DBP, including but not limited to:

Content Management (50%)

We are looking for an experienced new media professional to play a critical role in ensuring that Downtown Brooklyn's website and social media platforms are regularly updated with engaging content linked to the organization's diverse range of programming and expertise, which spans public space activation, culture, education, programming, innovation, and economic development. The ideal candidate would have several years' experience working in a fast-paced online newsroom environment and the ability to simultaneously juggle many different tasks and projects. The position calls for a seasoned copyeditor and writer who possesses a meticulous eye for detail, a gift for coming up with the perfect headline or tweet, and a knack for choosing the right visuals to accompany a story. The Content Manager must be tech savvy, passionate about the work of the Downtown Brooklyn Partnership, and arrive with creative ideas about how to best represent the institution online.

Essential Duties + Responsibilities

• Help oversee and edit www.downtownbrooklyn.com, including writing regular blog content that highlights Downtown Brooklyn's key priority areas.
• Serve as the point person for all editorial content related to events hosted by the Downtown Brooklyn Partnership, working closely with other staff to ensure that all events receive warranted online coverage and promotion, both pre- and post-event.
• Help develop and maintain an editorial calendar.
• Oversee and help produce Downtown Brooklyn's bi-monthly e-newsletter.
• Explore cross-promotional opportunities and partnerships with other outlets to expand Downtown Brooklyn's web reach.
• Help oversee and update Downtown Brooklyn's social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Flickr, and Vimeo.
• Regularly offer creative and fresh content ideas that can help promote the organization; introduce Downtown Brooklyn to new users; and increase attendance at our events.
• Regularly employ other marketing tools such as film, photography, etc. to showcase Downtown Brooklyn in fresh and compelling ways.

Community Engagement (50%)

In addition to managing Downtown Brooklyn's web presence, we are looking for a candidate that will cultivate relationships with existing and potential partners and funders who will help advance the objectives of the DBP. This role calls for a professional with excellent judgment, public speaking skills, and the ability to represent our organization to a wide array of constituents and at formal events such as community board meetings, co-op boards, tenants associations, etc.

Essential Duties + Responsibilities

• Working closely with other DBP staff, coordinate community engagement efforts with key stakeholders, such as the legal community, innovation community, and residents.
• Support existing engagement efforts with business owners, cultural groups, and college students.
• Develop improved practices for welcoming and connecting with new residents.
• Serve as DBP representative at community group meetings and similar gatherings.
• Develop and help implement ongoing programming and/or event partnerships that connect Downtown Brooklyn with targeted community groups.
• Assist with planning and producing Downtown Brooklyn's growing public programs.
• Help assess visitor/audience experience at Downtown Brooklyn events, and track our relationships with targeted community groups (and maintain related databases of stakeholder groups).

Qualifications

• 3-4 years experience in a fast-paced digital environment and/or experience with community engagement programs;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; hands-on experience using website content management systems, Photoshop, Google Analytics, and Google Docs; working knowledge of film editing systems like Final Cut Pro a plus.
• Professional experience using a variety of social media platforms to engage and build audiences, and knowledge of what works and what doesn't.
• Effective interpersonal skills, including an ability to foster and manage effective relationships with a wide range of colleagues and partners including internal staff, and external partners.
• Exceptional attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, including the ability to prioritize, track, and accomplish multiple tasks simultaneously in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to efficiently manage time to meet scheduled deadlines while keeping appropriate personnel apprised of status on a regular basis.
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to respond effectively to inquiries or complaints.
• Ability to promote and maintain a collegial, collaborative team environment while consistently and effectively representing the views of DBP's leadership at all times.
• Sound judgment, maturity, and ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• An interest in urban planning, economic and real estate development, government and politics and/or management of Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) a plus.
• Deep understanding of what makes great online editorial content and proven ability to drive traffic to this content; knowledge of and the ability to implement SEO tactics.
• Familiarity with emerging technology and current knowledge of trends and innovations in digital media.

How to apply

Interested candidates should email cover letter, resume, and 1-2 writing samples to:

Vivian Liao

Downtown Brooklyn Partnership

1 MetroTech Center North, Suite 1003

Brooklyn, NY 11201

vliao@downtownbrooklyn.com