Engineering Technician (Engineering and Public Works) - Village of Schaumburg

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.  Interviews will be conducted as applications are received.  This position will remain open until filled. Job listing and further instructions are available online at http://www.schaumburg.com/

 

STARTING PAY RATE:  $27.39 - $30.63 per hour based on a 35-hour workweek.  Salary dependent on qualifications.  The salary range for this position is $27.39 - $40.33.  This position is represented by a union; you may refer to the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement available on our website. 

 

Please attach as part of your application all necessary documents verifying that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

 

JOB SUMMARY:

This position utilizes computer systems, including MicroStation, AutoCAD, Office 365 applications, Adobe PDF, Bluebeam, ArcGIS, and CityWorks for various applications; prepares engineering drawings and various exhibits; assists engineers in various project design applications;  maintains records of project site information and other department file management records; reviews and recommends utility permit requests for approval and issuance of permits; provides various services to other Village departments and agencies as necessary. Position requires self-discipline, accurate scheduling, spontaneous problem resolution, excellent verbal and written communication skills. Work performed impacts Village employees, residents, and business owners.

Maintenance 1 - Storm Sewer Systems (Engineering & Public Works) - Village of Schaumburg

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:

Maintenance 1 - Storm Sewer Systems (Engineering & Public Works)

 

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.  Interviews will be conducted as applications are received.  This position will remain open until filled.

 

SALARY:  $26.63 per hour or dependent on contract language based on a 40-hour workweek.  This position is represented by a union; you may refer to the EPW Local 150 collective bargaining agreement available on our website.  

 

Please attach as part of your application all necessary documents verifying that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

Engineering Inspector - Village of Schaumburg

For more information and to apply please visit: Village of Schaumburg 

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:

Engineering Inspector (Engineering & Public Works)

 

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.  Interviews will be conducted as applications are received.  This position will remain open until filled.

 

STARTING PAY RATE:  $29.81 - $33.44 per hour based on a 40-hour workweek.  Salary dependent on qualifications.  The salary range for this position is $29.81 - $44.31.  This position is represented by a union; you may refer to the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement available on our website.

 

Please attach as part of your application all necessary documents verifying that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

 

Engineering Project Manager - Village of Schaumburg, IL

For more information and to apply please visit: The Village of Schaumburg

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:

Engineering Project Manager (Engineering & Public Works)

 

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.  Interviews will be conducted as applications are received.  This position will remain open until filled.

Engineering Project Manager - Village of Schaumburg, IL

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:

Engineering Project Manager (Engineering & Public Works)

 

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.  Interviews will be conducted as applications are received.  This position will remain open until filled.

 

STARTING SALARY RANGE:  $86,718.00 - $106,244.00 annually dependent on qualifications. The salary range for this position is $86,718.00 - $125,769.00.

 

Please attach as part of your application all necessary documents verifying that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

 

JOB SUMMARY:

This position manages the implementation of a variety of capital projects and recommends hiring and managing consultants on a variety of professional consulting agreements. The position performs professional administrative responsibilities including contract administration and technical work related to public works projects.

 

To succeed in this role, applicants will need to effectively and clearly communicate to a full range of people, inside and outside the organization, be capable of managing and prioritizing multiple projects and tasks with thoroughness and accuracy, and be able to work cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals.

 

JOB DUTIES:

1. Oversees construction management of village capital improvement projects.
2. Prepares, reviews and issues Requests for Qualifications and Proposals, interviews consulting firms and makes recommendations to award the contract to a consultant.
3. Reviews competitive bids and makes recommendations to award the contract to a contractor.
4. Assists in the development and preparation of long-range capital improvement programs and budgets, recognized as the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).
5. Prepares committee reports and presents these reports at village committee meetings as required or as directed by the Engineering Division Manager or the Director of Engineering and Public Works.
6. Composes documents, including but not limited to grants, memorandums, resolutions, estimated quantities, etc.  Corresponds with other village departments and other agencies.
7. Works directly with residents and businesses impacted by village projects and is responsible to provide interactive public relations on projects with significant impacts to the public.
8. Plans and implements capital improvement projects, including the preparation of engineering plans and bidding documents.
9. Coordinates with the Geographic Information System (GIS) staff in updating Village maps as to update GIS as improvements both CIP and Development related are completed.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

1.    Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering.

2.    A minimum of three years of experience in the field of civil engineering, such as that gained with a Village or City Engineering Department, a contractor or consultant specializing in engineering design for public works improvement and land development.

3.    Possession of a valid driver’s license.

4.    Proficiency with current computer technology, job specific software, and customer service systems.

 

BENEFITS:

The Village of Schaumburg has a competitive benefit package which includes: flexible benefit Section 125 plan including health, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, a retirement plan through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and more.

 

SELECTION PROCESS:

Candidate screening process may consist of an application review, skills testing, employability assessment, interviews, reference checks, and other job-related testing or verifications.  Chosen candidates will be subject to a background and criminal history investigation, and qualifying pre-employment medical examination and drug screen (including cannabis).

Foreman - Village of Schaumburg

For more information and to apply please visit: Village of Schaumburg  

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:

Foreman - 2nd shift (Engineering & Public Works)

 

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.  Interviews will be conducted as applications are received.  This position will remain open until filled.

 

STARTING PAY RATE:  $41.34 - $50.65 per hour based on a 40-hour workweek.  Salary dependent on qualifications.  The salary range for this position is $41.34 - $59.96.  

 

Please attach as part of your application all necessary documents verifying that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

 

JOB SUMMARY:

This position schedules and directs routine and emergency operations for night shift Customer Service Division, including maintenance and repairs of various village infrastructure assets, and is responsible for the banner program, reported trip hazards and cost-share sidewalk program, rapid response program, pickup and disposal of dead animals found on village, county, and state roadways, collection and disposal of refuse generated through Adopt-A-Highway program, delivery and collection of barricades for block parties, mulch delivery, graffiti removal, emergency repairs as necessary, water service shut off and turn on, and the administration of the village’s custodial contract. Assists in the Snow and Ice Control program. Responds to emergency conditions.  Develops short-term and long-term work schedules, and responsible for implementation of the Division’s budget and work projections.

 

To succeed in this role the ideal candidate will need to effectively and clearly communicate to a full range of people, inside and outside the organization, and be capable of managing and prioritizing multiple projects with thoroughness and accuracy.  We are looking to add a team member capable of delegating and prioritizing multiple tasks and responsibilities.  

 

JOB DUTIES:

1.    Develops and coordinates a schedule of daily, weekly, and monthly work activities to be performed, and reports accomplishments of scheduled work activities. Verifies work crew progress and follows up to make sure job is completed correctly and in a timely manner.
2.    Requires direct involvement in construction activities and operating knowledge of all equipment within the Engineering & Public Works Department.
3.    Anticipates existing or potential problems, circumstances, activities, or events which may/will affect the Department and keeps the Superintendent - Field Services, Assistant Director and Director apprised of them.
4.    Receives and responds to service requests from internal and external customers; assumes unique responsibility for direct and often face-to-face contact with customers on a wide range of public works issues.
5.    Creates an environment which encourages innovation and continued learning. Coordinates an effective training schedule of subordinates in work practices, proper equipment operation and maintenance, and safety issues in the work place.
6.    Establishes and communicates clear and meaningful performance standards and expectations to employees. Evaluates subordinate workers’ job performance and disciplines subordinate workers as required.  Supervisory responsibilities include establishing performance standards; training and developing subordinate employees; assigning and directing work; monitoring productivity and conduct, providing feedback and assessing performance; issuing discipline; handling and responding to complaints and grievances; and ensuring compliance with Village and departmental policies, rules, regulations, and ethical standards.
7.    Acts as Duty Foreman in a weekly rotation with all Foreman and has a general working knowledge of all public works functions for response to emergency situations. This position serves an on call role and is the first point of contact during afterhours and responds to a wide range of calls including but not limited to building alarms, watermain breaks, sewer backups or street light knockdowns.
8.    Gathers information, uses facts, data and quantitative measurements to assess outcomes, proposes solutions, tracks quality and enables improvement. Makes appropriate judgments and/or decisions and uses resources efficiently and effectively.
9.    Performs snow and ice control functions and assists in emergency operations such as floods and wind or rain storms; assists in planning and executing labor forces during special events.
10.    Thorough knowledge of the organization’s policies and procedures, employee manual, labor contracts, Department’s Standard Operating Procedures and Safety Practices.
11.    Provides appropriate input on divisional budgets and prepares new item justification forms as required. Tracks divisional accounts and procurement card usage.
12.    Attends and participates in job related meetings and professional organizations.
13.    Sits as the department’s liaison for the Environmental Committee and coordinates the village’s recycling events.
14.    Discusses, establishes, and distributes clear, attainable written goals and objectives for the unit. Understands and communicates the broad organizational/institutional goals and priorities to staff. Defines and evaluates unit's accomplishments within this context.
15.    Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
1.    Associates Degree or equivalent credit hours towards a bachelor’s degree with major course work in business management, engineering, or closely related field.
2.    A minimum of five years of experience in a Public Works Department with a thorough knowledge of skilled maintenance and construction work.
3.    A minimum of two years of supervisory experience coordinating a range of activities undertaken by others that involve directing, monitoring, and evaluating performance of staff in a lead capacity.
4.    Possession of a valid State of Illinois Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or ability to obtain within six months from date of hire.
5.    Proficiency with current computer technology, job specific software, and customer service systems.
 

BENEFITS:

The Village of Schaumburg has a competitive benefit package which includes: flexible benefit Section 125 plan including health, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, a retirement plan through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and more.

 

SELECTION PROCESS:

Candidate screening process may consist of an application review, skills testing, employability assessment, interviews, reference checks, and other job-related testing or verifications.  Chosen candidates will be subject to a background and criminal history investigation, and qualifying pre-employment medical examination and drug screen (including cannabis).

For more information and to apply please visit: Village of Schaumburg   

Engineering Technician (Engineering & Public Works) - Village of Schaumburg

For more information and to apply please visit: Village of Schaumburg 

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:
Engineering Technician (Engineering & Public Works)
 
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.  Interviews will be conducted as applications are received.  This position will remain open until filled.
 
STARTING PAY RATE:  $26.85 - $30.12 per hour based on a 35-hour workweek.  Salary dependent on qualifications.  The salary range for this position is $26.85 - $39.93.  This position is represented by a union; you may refer to the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement available on our website. 
 
Please attach as part of your application all necessary documents verifying that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
 
JOB SUMMARY:

This position utilizes computer systems, including MicroStation, AutoCAD, Office 365 applications, Adobe PDF, Bluebeam, ArcGIS, and CityWorks for various applications; prepares engineering drawings and various exhibits; assists engineers in various project design applications;  maintains records of project site information and other department file management records; reviews and recommends utility permit requests for approval and issuance of permits; provides various services to other Village departments and agencies as necessary. Position requires self-discipline, accurate scheduling, spontaneous problem resolution, excellent verbal and written communication skills. Work performed impacts Village employees, residents, and business owners.
 
To succeed in this role the ideal candidate will need to effectively communicate to a full range of people, prioritize tasks and responsibilities with accuracy,  problem solve efficiently, and be able to shift gears comfortably.
 
JOB DUTIES: 

1.    Coordinates permit applications from various utility companies and conducts in office plan/drawing reviews against village right-of-way ordinances. Recommends approval and issuance of utility permits to the Engineering Division Manager.
2.    Acts as liaison to resolve issues between utility companies and village staff, residents, and businesses.
3.    Calculates permit fees based on linear footage of underground improvements and manages invoicing for utility company registration and permitting.
4.    Communicates, verbally and in writing, complaints/issues with residents and staff related to utility company infrastructure.
5.    Responsible to manage special projects, as directed by their supervisor, consisting of small capital projects, project management and coordination among employees and other customers both within and outside of EPW.
6.    Prepares computer generated plans, exhibits, and details utilizing MicroStation, AutoCAD, or ArcGIS.
7.    Develops own schedule based on work requirements and knowledge of the field.
8.    Assists department operational staff in researching JULIE locates.
9.    Investigates damages to underground Village infrastructure caused by private utility work.
10.    Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALFICATIONS:

1.    Associate Degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field. 
2.    A minimum of two years of experience using and implementing MicroStation software and/or ArcGIS applications.
3.    Possession of a valid driver’s license.
4.    Proficiency with current computer software systems, including email, calendar programs, job specific software, and customer service systems preferred or within the first six months of employment.
 
BENEFITS:

The Village of Schaumburg has a competitive benefit package which includes: flexible benefit Section 125 plan including health, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, a retirement plan through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and more.
 
SELECTION PROCESS:

Candidate screening process may consist of an application review, skills testing, employability assessment, interviews, reference checks, and other job-related testing or verifications.  Chosen candidates will be subject to a background and criminal history investigation, and qualifying pre-employment medical examination and drug screen (including cannabis).

For more information and to apply please visit: Village of Schaumburg 

Solutions Specialist, Mountain Ltd.

Who: Mountain Ltd, Since 1979, MOUNTAIN, LTD. has successfully created and supported turnkey engineering solutions for traditional and wireless telecom providers across the United States. We are a national leader in the industry, providing high-quality engineering, on-time service delivery, and skilled personnel paired with innovative technology and creative solutions. Specialties include OSP/ISP engineering, design, permitting, right-of-way and CAD for traditional and wireless telecommunications companies.

What: The Solution Specialist for Site Acquisition will perform site identification, leasing, zoning and permitting services on wireless site development projects. The ideal candidate should be comfortable meeting landowners and have an interest in Real Estate and/or Telecommunications.

Responsibilities:

• Confirming jurisdictions and verifying permit application process  • Preparing permit package submittals

• Following up for permit reviews, addressing resubmittal requirements

• Corresponding with GC's to complete registration requirements

• Submitting check and credit card requests to pay for permits 

• Updating internal trackers with forecasted dates and substantive comments  

• Submission of applications to tower companies  • Completing SCIP visits 

• Attending A&E walks, as necessary

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Land Use, Urban Planning or related field. 

• 1-3 years of professional experience in a related field.

• Proficient in MS Office, Google Drive, Adobe and Google Earth.

• Valid US driver’s license and safe driving record.

Apply here.

Transportation Planner II - Civiltech Engineering, Inc. (Chicago, IL)

Who: Civiltech Engineering, Inc. is a civil and transportation engineering consultant partnering with public and private sector clients in the Chicagoland area since 1988. Our primary focus is developing transportation design solutions for our clients. Our projects involve complete streets design, urban streetscapes, bike and pedestrian trail infrastructure, plazas and green infrastructure.

What: We are seeking a qualified and client focused candidate to join our growing team of urban planners and landscape architects at our Chicago Loop office.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Urban and Regional Planning or Urban Planning and Policy (Required) 
• A minimum of 2-4 years of experience in transportation planning (Preferred) 
• Advanced experience working in GIS Software, including ArcMap, and laying out plans using the Adobe Creative Suite. 
• A desire to improve public spaces and transportation corridors in urban and suburban settings through the planning and implementation of innovative designs that balance the needs of all users, including pedestrians, bicyclists, transit riders, freight, and cars. 
• Experience with and enthusiasm for leading and conducting community engagement in planning and engineering studies, including: setting up and tracking project websites and online engagement maps, preparing presentations and exhibit boards, summarizing community feedback, presenting at open houses and community workshops, and organizing and leading focus groups and listening sessions. 
• Comfortable analyzing large datasets and performing statistical analyses using Microsoft Excel. Enthusiastic about and confident in learning and using technical tools to analyze data, develop recommendations, and troubleshoot. 
• Experience developing concept level rendered site plans, sections and sketches to quickly communicate design ideas for a variety of projects ranging in scale from plazas to regional planning studies (Preferred). 
• The ability to think critically and communicate effectively through written, verbal and graphic communications, including experience writing plans, technical memos and white papers. · Exceptional research capabilities. 
• Experience in transit and/or freight planning is a plus. 
• The ability to work independently as well as closely with other design professionals, including planners, landscape architects, engineers and surveyors to develop design solutions at a fast pace. 
• Experience with or a desire to learn Bentley MicroStation is a plus. 
• Understands and upholds the values and ethics of being a consultant planner in municipalities.
• AICP certification or the desire to pursue certification.

Please Submit a resume that showcases relevant projects and skills to: careers@civiltechinc.com

Project Manager - Baker Tilly

Who: Baker Tilly

What: Project Manager, Change Management

Responsibilities:

• Manage and develop change management strategies and plans aligned to core change management methodology 
• Integrate appropriate change management techniques into established plans 
• Execute change management plan(s) and associated activities including stakeholder analysis and management, organizational readiness assessments, change impact analysis, communications and training 
• Work as the overall advocate to various stakeholders relative to implications of the future state on strategy, people, process and technology 
• Deploy change management techniques (e.g. communication, training, focus groups and many more techniques) to assist in the transition to the future state 
• Work as the overall advocate to various stakeholders relative to implications of the future state on strategy, people, process and technology. 
• Lead the identification of organizational change risks and, collaboratively with stakeholders, develop mitigation approaches 
• Gather and analyze detailed information about the process design and the impact on the roles and the organizations affected. 
• Understand the significance of changes to provide recommendations regarding expected organization impacts, and how to prepare the organization 
• Manage the delivery of end-user training, communications and subsequent follow-up activities, including effectiveness assessment 
• Generate and maintain advocacy at the executive level of the respective organizations and stakeholder buy-in for the implementation project 
• Support the impacted businesses with information and detailed frameworks, where appropriate, to ensure that they can conduct the necessary activities to minimize organizational risks 
• Measure effectiveness of change management plans and make adjustments where necessary

Qualifications

Community Planner - Naval Shipyard Great Lakes

Who: Planate Management Group is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, USA with a technical support center in the Philippines that provides program management and facilities engineering services worldwide. Planate is a small business provider of planning, design, infrastructure management, technical consulting, engineering, and construction management services in support of the US Department of Defense (DOD) and its Service (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps) missions, along with other US federal agencies.

What: This is in support of the Naval Facilities Engineering Command Mid-Atlantic, Asset Management Business Line.

Key responsibilities:

Prepare plans and studies that address regional infrastructure and strategies Prepare Installation Plans and studies that address both Land Use and Capital Investment requirements Prepare Encroachment Management Plans and Studies Preparation of Basic Facility Requirement and Facility Planning Documents Asset Evaluation to include updating property records as well as corresponding assets. Preparation of various site approval documents Preparation of other standard documents required as part of the infrastructure/planning strategies

Qualifications to be successful in the role:

Service Planner for Buses - CTA (Chicago IL)

Who: The Chicago Transit Authority: Service Planner - Bus

What: Under general supervision, develops and manages a comprehensive data-driven approach to monitoring transit service levels in order to identify where, when, and how operating efficiencies and service improvements can be attained. Collects, manipulates, and analyzes ridership and operations data to support CTA’s decision-making processes. The Planner will also consider impacts from external factors such as shifting demographics and development patterns, and will evaluate major route changes for Title VI and Environmental Justice implications.

Director of Engagement, EcoDistricts - Deadline Oct 16

DESCRIPTION

Background

The EcoDistricts Director of Engagement leads the organization’s industry peer exchange and knowledge dissemination activities. The position has four major responsibilities 1) managing the programmatic design, communications, and overall work plan for the EcoDistricts Summit — the organization’s annual conference dedicated to advancing neighborhood-scale sustainable development practices; 2) curating the EcoDistricts Information Exchange, an online depository of district and neighborhood-scale best practices, case studies, reports, stories, and trends; 3) managing the organization’s external communications and peer exchange activities, including managing the editorial calendar and curating the organization’s monthly newsletter, blog posts, bi-monthly webinar series, and social media activities, and 4) supporting key industry workshops to advance the organization’s mission. This position requires moderate travel.

Duties & Responsibilities

Convening Curation & Management

• Plan, manage and successfully implement the annual EcoDistricts Summit and relevant industry workshops. Activities include managing all program-related activities – program design and speaker acquisition, run of show, evaluation, and event follow up
• Develop the Summit and industry workshops outreach and promotions strategy, including brand development, messaging platform, collateral, website, and social media activities
• Develop and implement an on-the-ground outreach strategy to drive Summit and industry workshops registration and engagement
• Support Summit and industry workshops fundraising activities by securing programmatic and funding partners and diversifying revenue
• Collaborate with staff and external advisors to shape Summit and industry workshops programming and speaker and facilitation acquisition
• Manage consultant team and internal staff responsible for event logistics
• Research, recommend and implement use of tools and services to improve efficiently of program management and delivery of Summit and industry workshops
• Stay current of market trends in educational events and convening
• Mange the Summit and industry workshops Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and sustainability performance goals and performance metrics
• Assist with strategic planning and support of the EcoDistricts Incubator
• Manage CEU credit infrastructure for the Summit and industry workshops

Information Exchange and Communications

• Identify, tract and curate district and neighborhood-scale best practices, case studies, reports, and articles for the EcoDistricts Information Exchange (including audio and video content)
• Manage the annual “State of the Market Report, an annual compilation of important trends and innovative projects, best practices and stories from the field
• Manage the organization’s bi-monthly webinar series, including content development, quality control, production and delivery

External Communications

• Manage the organization’s editorial calendar
• Manage the monthly e-newsletter, including content development, quality control, production, and delivery
• Produce a twice-monthly article, op ed or blog post related to important trends, innovative projects, best practices and industry leaders
• Manage and curate EcoDistricts social media activities, with an emphasis on growing the org’s social media presence and impact

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors or master’s degree in communications, journalism, public policy, urban planning, architecture, engineering, sustainability, business or related field or equivalent experience
• At least 3-5 years professional work experience in related field
• Strong familiarity with principles of urban and district scale sustainable development; in the areas of community development, social and environmental justice, equity, green building, public health, and energy and climate policy, etc.
• Experience working with cities, private sector, nonprofit and / or community-based organizations
• Requires an understanding of, and a commitment to advancing the mission and core values of EcoDistricts
• Demonstrated communication skills including writing, listening, and oral communication of complex concepts to diverse audiences
• Experience managing external communications activities, including newsletters, blogs, and social media
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with ability to maintain regular and effective engagement with contacts from multiple sectors
• Ability to work independently in fast-paced, dynamic environment, prioritizing workload to meet deadlines
• Strong knowledge of program design and content development
• Outstanding organization, business fundamentals and project management skills
• Exceptional ability to see events through all phases of implementation while maintaining timelines, budgets and effectively managing expenses
• Energetic, innovative, creative self-starter with attention to detail
• Deadline oriented and creative problem solver
• Ability to work cooperatively with wide range of personalities, including staff and volunteers
• Exceptional work ethic and strong integrity
• Computer and software proficiency with Office software such as Word, PowerPoint and Excel, special analysis such as GIS, graphic packages such as Adobe InDesign, etc.
• Willingness to travel
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Acquire and maintain active EcoDistricts accreditation

BENEFITS

Paid in full health, dental, 401k match, generous holidays, vacation, sick pay, disability.

PROFESSIONAL LEVEL

Managerial

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED

No requirement

HOW TO APPLY

angie@ecodistricts.org

http://www.ecodistricts.org

To Apply

This position is open to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or status as a covered veteran. We strongly encourage people of color to apply. EcoDistricts provides full medical, dental, and retirement benefits. Send cover letter, writing sample, and resume to angie@ecodistricts.org with “Director of Engagement” in the subject line. Application due: Monday, October 16, 2017.

No phone calls or in person applicants, please.

EcoDistricts is an equal opportunity employer

We strongly encourage people of color to apply.

Vice-President of Program and Project Delivery, Chicago IL

VICE-PRESIDENT OF PROGRAM & PROJECT DELIVERY – Location: Chicago

Application link: https://www.fitzii.com/apply/21823

Company: Headquartered in Chicago, IL, Fresh Coast Capital (“Fresh Coast”) is a mission-driven, for-profit project developer of green infrastructure for stormwater management. Our experienced team is comprised of community organizers, engineers, environmental scientists, and finance professionals. Fresh Coast is committed to equitably installing green infrastructure at scale, helping all communities become more resilient against the impacts of climate change while maximizing the positive social and economic benefits green infrastructure can offer. Fresh Coast partners with both private landowners and public agencies to finance, implement and manage green infrastructure projects that create positive environmental, social and economic impact. Fresh Coast is a certified B-Corp.

Keywords: Project Development, Infrastructure, Public Private Partnerships (P3s), Stormwater, Civil Engineer, Environmental Engineer, Project Manager, Project Director, Program Manager, Program Director, Professional Engineer (PE), Construction Manager, Sustainability, Environmental Impact, Social Impact, B-Corp

Title: Vice-President of Program Delivery (Reports to CEO)

The Vice-President of Program Delivery is a senior management role that will lead the technical development and delivery of green infrastructure program and project portfolios in Fresh Coast’s partner communities by working with National, Regional and Local delivery partners to design, build, operate and maintain sustainable assets.  This role will work to co-deliver projects and programs in close partnership with the VP of Community Partnerships. Additionally, this role will require an entrepreneurial drive and approach to scalability, deal development and structuring, with a lot of flexibility to define the path and future team strategy.  

Duties and requirements include, but are not limited to:

    Duties

• Project/Program Development (30%)
• Support and lead key aspects of business and market development to establish new green infrastructure programs for both municipal/public clients via public-private partnerships and private customers via private property incentive programs
• Identification, engagement and partnership development of strategic delivery partners (e.g. engineering firms, design-build firms, maintenance providers)
• Lead planning, budget development, scoping and contract negotiations with community and delivery partners
• Work closely with the VP of Finance to develop financial, budgeting, forecasting and projection tools and reports
• Perform ad-hoc market research and analysis to support ongoing business development strategies
• Project/Program Implementation (30%)
• Lead project/program startup efforts, including planning, scheduling and contracting
• Establish project controls and operational procedures
• Proactively identify risk and create mitigation strategies
• Project manage/supervise the performance of strategic delivery partners
• Train and educate project/program team members, including new hires and partners, on project administration requirements
• Deliver projects and associated deliverables/key milestones while achieving schedule, budget, safety and quality goals
• Work with the VP of Finance to track project financials, create reports and develop supporting strategies to achieve goals
• Facilitate regular project/program team meetings for coordination, progress updates and resource alignment
• Support project/program evaluation, measurement and verification
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures for the business
• Relationship Management (20%)
• Serve as the key point of contact for our community engineering/technical counterparts, as well as our technical delivery partners
• Facilitate identification, outreach, engagement and teaming agreements with supporting technical delivery partners
• Lead, manage, supervise and develop supporting team members (e.g Project Managers, Project Associates)

• Company Culture (20%)
• Contribute to collaborative or priority projects to support the full Fresh Coast team
• Proactively contribute to fostering a culture of treating municipal partners, key stakeholders, and investors as crucial to our mutual success while developing and growing cherished professional relationships
• Proactively contribute to fostering a mission-driven and values-driven culture that prizes mutual respect, honest dialogue, teamwork, shared accountability, and exceptional financial and impact performance
• Proactively and appreciatively bring in new ideas, raise challenges and push colleagues to improve our work and keep our triple bottom line priorities in balance
• Represent the clients, investors, partners, self, and Fresh Coast with integrity at all times

   Requirements

• Based primarily out of Chicago office during normal business hours
• Expectation of 30-50% domestic travel
• Willingness to attend and represent Fresh Coast at industry conferences and associated events
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office
• Experience utilizing project management and scheduling software (i.e. Microsoft Project, Smartsheets, Primavera, or similar)

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to the mission of Fresh Coast
• Eight (8) plus years of professional experience and demonstrated potential for excellence in partnership development and increasing roles of responsibility
• The passion, flexibility and motivation to thrive in a start-up environment as part of a highly collaborative management team
• Direct experience in project/program management, including personnel and partner (subcontractor) oversight
• Must have an applied understanding of stormwater management, general construction terms, scheduling and planning concepts
• High level of personal initiative
• Demonstrated willingness and ability to balance big picture with day-to-day details, both in ways of thinking and willingness to complete tasks
• Superior verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams under tight deadlines
• Additional specialized skill sets that contribute to Fresh Coast’s work generally, such as landscape design or urban planning, a plus

Education: Bachelor’s Degree or greater in Civil/Environmental Engineering, Construction Management, Environmental Science, Urban Planning or a similar field with related experience.

Note: Experience and Education are not intended to represent hard baselines; preference will be given to those that demonstrate intelligence and intangibles specific to the role’s duties for continued growth and development purposes.

Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits include health insurance, 401k, transit benefits, flexible work environment, great PTO policy and more.

Fresh Coast is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Fresh Coast is committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from female and minority candidates.

Policy and Advocacy Associate - Alexandria, VA

Policy and Advocacy Associate
National Society of Professional Engineers

TITLE: Policy and Advocacy Associate
FLSA Status: Exempt
SUPERVISOR: Sr. Manager, Government Relations
DEPARTMENT: Government Relations

EDUCATION/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelors degree in political science or related field and 1 - 2 years of experience in federal or state government relations (legislative and/or regulatory), or equivalent combination of education and experience.

COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to influence legislative and regulatory outcomes by identifying and analyzing relevant public policy issues and mobilizing NSPE resources.
• Knowledge of state and federal legislative and regulatory processes.
• Knowledge of federal election and lobbying laws, including PAC operations procedures.
• Strong leadership skills, including the ability to work effectively, independently, and cooperatively with all levels of staff, NSPE members and constituents, key government officials, and the general public and the ability to harmonize and build consensus among competing professional interests.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills to represent and promote the licensed professional engineer by producing publications, making presentations, and attending conferences and meetings.
• Strong interpersonal and customer -service skills to work with NSPE leadership, state executive directors, state society leaders, Committee on Policy and Advocacy and NSPE-PAC Board of Trustees members and other volunteers, elected and appointed government officials, other association staff, the general public, and NSPE staff.
• Understanding of effective PAC fundraising and grassroots recruitment techniques.
• Financial management skills, including the ability to develop and maintain a budget.
• Solid computer applications skills, including but not limited to Microsoft Office, VoterVoice, MagnetMail, Bloomberg Government, etc. 

JOB PROCESSES:

1. Evaluate and track professional licensure, legislative and regulatory issues relevant to licensed professional engineers. 
2. With NSPE leadership, the Senior Manager of Government Relations and the COPA Committee, craft NSPE’s federal and state legislative and regulatory agenda and develop a plan to achieve positive legislative and regulatory outcomes through participation in issue-based coalitions with like-minded organizations, coordinating with and supporting affiliated state societies on state-level advocacy, direct lobbying, grasstops action, and grassroots action.
3. Track and communicate information about state legislative and regulatory issues to NSPE members and state society executives.
4. Conduct issues research and prepare issue and policy analysis, issue briefs, advocacy collateral materials, committee and governance reports, responding to member/staff inquiries regarding government affairs and licensure issues.
5. Serve as a staff liaison, in conjunction with the Senior Manager of Government Relations, to the COPA Committee, NSPE-PAC Board of Trustees and AAES UPADI Task Force.
6. Assist the Senior Manager of Government Relations in representing NSPE before federal agencies and Congress. Develop and maintain relationships with elected and appointed officials, including Members of Congress, key federal agency personnel, and their staff.
7. Communicate information to NSPE members about legislative and regulatory issues in publications such as the “Policy Perspectives” column in PE magazine, issue briefs, and the Government Relations Web site.
8. Develop an annual fundraising plan for NSPE-PAC.
9. Craft a clear and compelling message to inspire members to contribute to NSPE-PAC.
10. Implement a schedule of communications with NSPE members, including: Solicitations (see number 8); Thank-you letters to contributors, sent monthly; Updated content on the NSPE-PAC Web site, as it becomes available.
11. Plan fundraising campaigns for NSPE-PAC to increase member participation and receipts.
12. Solicit NSPE Board of Directors and House of Delegates annually, seeking a participation rate of 100% and recommending a contribution level of $100 per person.
13. Solicit all NSPE members by email twice a year.
14. Solicit Enterprise members every April.
15. Hold fundraising events at each NSPE Annual Meeting.
16. Research and recommend candidates to receive NSPE-PAC contributions. Attend candidate fundraisers as necessary and arrange for NSPE members and state society executives to attend local events and deliver PAC checks to candidates.
17. Manage the online Legislative Action Center by using VoterVoice to publish legislative information and send Action Alerts to NSPE members.
18. Manage QBS Award process and work with NSPE volunteers and partner organizations to determine award and grant recipients.
19. In coordination with Senior Manager of Government Relations, prepare monthly FEC reports, maintaining compliance with all regulations.
20. Assist the Senior Manager of Government Relations in developing and managing the Government Relations budget.
21. Enter PAC payments from dues invoices and direct contributions into database
22. Serve as NSPE staff support to the AAES WFEO International Relations Committee and the AAES UPADI Task Force, manage task force process, conference calls, meetings, agenda, minutes and related administrative issues and track engineering professional practice legislation and regulation as it may impact upon international engineering practice.
23. All other duties as assigned.

Please submit resumes, cover letters, and salary requirements (advertised elsewhere in $40Ks)

About National Society of Professional Engineers
Located in Old Town Alexandria, the National Society for Professional Engineers (NSPE) is a nonprofit organization for licensed professional engineers and engineers on the licensure track that enhances the image of its members and their ability to ethically and professionally practice engineering through education, licensure advocacy, leadership training, multi-disciplinary networking, and outreach.