Consultant, State and Local Government, Chicago, Campus 2024 - Guidehouse

Location: Chicago, IL

Job Type: Full time

Job Family: Management Consulting, Technology Consulting

Travel Required: Up to 25%

What You Will Do:

The State and Local Government practice provides individuals the opportunity to serve our States, Counties, Cities, Higher Education, Non-Profit, and Multi-lateral clients in the areas of: economic development, sustainability, disaster recovery, business design, organizational strategy, technology strategy, market analysis, financial modeling, operational analysis, process improvement, change management, technology implementation, risk management, compliance monitoring, and program management. We deliver compelling, high impact solutions to our state and local government clients' toughest business and technology problems. We translate strategy into action.

Full description and application are available here.

Entry Level Transit Planner - SRF Consulting Group, Inc.

Entry Level Transit Planner (082305)

SRF is seeking a full-time Transit Planner to join our St. Paul office. This is an entry-professional level position. As a Transit Planner, you will experience a broad range of challenging project opportunities as part of our growing transit planning and design group. Recent and upcoming projects include major transitways (bus rapid transit, light rail, and/or streetcar), transit route and system plans, transit-oriented development studies, Title VI/equity analyses, and community engagement. Our transit team works extensively in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and the greater Midwest, with growing opportunities across the U.S.

Online application can be found here.

Planner 1 - Peoria County Planning and Zoning

Summary

Land Use team member responsible for daily development issues of the department, specifically the implementation and enforcement of several County Ordinances. Includes preparation of staff reports to Zoning Board of Appeals, commercial permitting process, tract survey approval and processing of erosion control permits.

Experience level: Entry (0-1 year)

Specialty: Land Use and Development Regulations and Zoning

Salary Range: $21.80-$32.70

Apply here.

Project Coordinator - Chicago Park District

Project Coordinator 

Starting a Planning career in Parks and Recreation? Come join our Planning & Construction team as a Project Coordinator (#2200673) at our new Brighton Park Headquarters Campus at 4830 S. Western Avenue, Chicago #planning #construction #landscapearchitecture #architecture #parksandrec 

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS:

Under supervision, assists department heads with the development of policy initiatives and strategic planning priorities. Performs related duties as required.

Apply at https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/jobs

Transportation Planner, STV, Los Angeles, California

Who We Are

STV is an award-winning national leader consistently ranking among the country's top companies in the design and planning of infrastructure and transportation systems. More than 100 years old, the firm provides comprehensive architectural, engineering, planning, environmental, and construction management services for public and private sector clients. Our success is the direct result of our employees' commitment to innovation and quality across all 40 offices and over 2000 people nationwide.

What We Are Seeking

We currently have an opening for an entry-level Transportation Planner for our Transportation and Infrastructure division to assist with transit and environmental initiatives. The position is based in our Los Angeles, CA offices. Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting on multidisciplinary transit and environmental projects
• Writing and editing technical reports and documents
• Producing GIS maps and graphics to support client deliverables
• Preparing for and attending meetings with clients, the public, and others
• Supporting proposal writing for future pursuits

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in planning or similar curriculum (Master’s preferred)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong time management skills and multitasking abilities
• Knowledge of CEQA and NEPA preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ArcGIS required. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite strongly preferred

To Apply Visit: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/transportation-planner-2842-at-stv-3014162242/

As a matter of policy and to protect STV’s colleagues, clients and business partners, STV requires all new employees to be fully vaccinated and provide proof of such vaccination to STV as of the start date of their employment.

STV considers all applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived age; arrest or conviction record; caregiver status; citizenship status; race; color; credit history; creed, disability; sex; gender; gender identity or expression; hairstyle; immigration status; marital status; military, uniformed service, or veteran status; ancestry or national origin; creed; citizenship status; partnership status; disability; pre-employment marijuana testing; pregnancy; race; religion; salary history; sexual and reproductive health decisions; sexual orientation; status as victim of domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking; unemployment status; or any additional category or characteristic that is protected as defined by applicable federal law, the New York State Human Rights Law, and New York City Human Rights Law, as amended from time to time.

Entry Level Planner - City of St. Louis, Missouri

Who: City of St. Louis, Missouri

What: St. Louis County is currently seeking a planning professional to work on a variety of tasks. For more information regarding Department of Planning, please visit https://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-
louis-county-departments/planning.

The typical starting salary range is between $40,539.20 - $48,651.20 annually depending on the
candidate's qualifications as well as budgetary considerations.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Research, compile and analyze data on economic, social, and physical factors affecting land use,
and prepare graphic and narrative reports.
Confer with civic and local municipal leaders and other authorities to devise and recommend
arrangements of land and physical facilities for residential, commercial, industrial, and community
uses.
Prepare and provide reports and data to support the governmental recommendations affecting
land use, public utilities, community facilities, and housing and transportation to control and guide
community development and renewal.
Educate and assist citizens to increase awareness of existing conditions, solicit their input and
address their concerns.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree in Urban and Regional Planning or a related field with two years of planning
experience or a Master's Degree in Urban and Regional Planning or a closely related field.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each
applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and
experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references
investigated and any other appropriate information available.
The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job
related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications
stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate
must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After
initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address
on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates
have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.
The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department
Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.
All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to
screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable
clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of
St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons
regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender
identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at
(314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.
St. Louis County
Division of Personnel, 7th Floor
Clayton, MO 63105
(314) 615-5429
Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Fax: (314) 615-7703
www.stlouisco.com

APPLICATIONS MAY BE OBTAINED

Active Transportation Planner - Minnesota Department of Transportation

Who: Minnesota Department of Transportation

What: To provide professional planning support and analysis related to for the Office of Transit and Active Transportation’s statewide multimodal planning activities. To support coordination with partners and provide coordination for implementation of initiatives tied to walking, bicycling, and transit in Minnesota and within MnDOT.

Apply at: Apply On MN Careers Site

Entry Level Planner - MKSK (Detroit)

Who: MKSK is a landscape architecture, urban design, and planning firm known for creative solutions addressing economic, social, environmental, historical, and cultural challenges within our cities. Our 90+ person team of Landscape Architects and Urban Planners work throughout the Great Lakes and Southeast Regions from 7 offices in 5 states.
MKSK’s niche is to craft public places and spaces to transform, inspire, and perform successfully. Our clients include cities, development organizations, higher ed, hospitals, transportation agencies, Fortune 500 corporations, and select developers. Our projects include planning and design for downtowns, river/waterfronts, neighborhoods, cultural and campus environments. Our Detroit office leads the firm’s transportation planning group that links transportation design with land use thru corridor plans, Complete Streets Design, transit plans, parking studies, and form-based codes.

What: We are seeking a talented Planner to help prepare projects in our small, but growing Detroit office. In particular, we are looking for someone with skills in mapping and graphics plus research and writing. This position involves drafting and editing reports and documents, preparation of plan maps, development of graphics and document layout, and preparation of presentation materials. Data collection is also part of the work including traffic counts, parking inventories, land use surveys, and occasionally intercept surveys of people on the street. Some surveys, meetings, and workshops occur on evenings and weekends.

Metropolitan Planner - City of Rockford

Who: City of Rockford - Region 1 Planning Council - Metropolitan Planning Organization 

What: The Metropolitan Planner is a position within the Region 1 Planning Council (R1PC), which is comprised of the Rockford Metropolitan Agency for Planning and the Economic Development District of Northern Illinois. This position works with the Metropolitan Planning Organization (RMAP/MPO) division of the R1PC to administer the federally required transportation planning process and provide transportation planning products to the MPO member organizations. Coordinates with Federal, State, local agencies and the public. Produces planning work tasks typical of a metropolitan planning organization.
The successful candidate will investigate, analyze, document and manage ongoing transportation planning efforts. The successful candidate must possess strong writing skills, prepare recommendations, and perform research, planning and technical analysis for projects. Responsibilities include:

Planning Liaison - Will County, IL - Deadline 9/29

Immediate Opening for Planning Liaison

The Will County Governmental League (WCGL), one of the metropolitan Chicago regional Councils of Government (COGs) is seeking applications for the position of Planning Liaison. This entry level, full-time position will be engaged in the WCGL’s Transportation and Member programs. The WCGL represents 35 member communities in one of the fastest growing counties in the country. Will County is located approximately 40 miles southwest of Chicago, has an area of 837 square miles, and a population of over 750,000.

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in managing the WCGL Surface Transportation Program (STP), Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and running training opportunities. Managing the STP program includes supervising the preparation and processing of League members applications for federal funding, recommending priorities for various federally funded projects and maintaining records on STP funds allocated to and expended by the League through the program.

The WCGL is responsible for the programming of all federal and state funded transportation projects in the regions Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The Planning Liaison will assist in active program management for projects in the TIP. The position will regularly coordinate with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) to keep the TIP accurate and projects on schedule.

This position will also be responsible for primary staffing of the WCGL’s Public Works Training Program. The Planning Liaison will organize local and web based training opportunities related to public works and transportation.

A degree in planning, public administration, political science, or related field required. Knowledge of regional transportation and planning related issues is desired, and local knowledge is helpful. A successful candidate will have strong interpersonal skills for interactions with elected officials and the business community, as well as strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task. Regional travel required. This is an entry-level position with a compensation package based on the individual qualifications of the candidate.

 Please submit a cover letter and resume by email to apply@wcgl.org by September 29, 2017. This position is available immediately.

Freight Transportation Analyst - Cambridge Systematics - Chicago, IL

Freight Transportation Analyst (002345)
Cambridge Systematics, Inc.

Chicago, IL

Job Number: 002345
Job Title: Freight Transportation Analyst
Number of Openings: 1
Job Type (Employment Type): Full Time
Country: United States
State/Province: Illinois
City: Chicago
Salary Interval: Per Year
Job Category: Transportation
Career Level: Entry
Level of Education: Four-Year Degree
Years of Experience: 0

Position Description
Cambridge Systematics, Inc. is shaping the future of transportation. We are industry leaders, transportation specialists dedicated to ensuring that transportation investments can deliver the best possible results. By providing innovative policy and planning solutions, objective analyses and technology applications, we help our clients anticipate and meet future transportation needs while improving the performance of existing infrastructure and operations. Above all, we are committed to our clients’ success in making transportation better for future generations.

We have an exciting opening for a Freight Transportation Analyst in our Chicago office. S/he supports assignments that provide expert decision-making advice covering all modes of transportation and related industrial development and economic development for public and private clients. Responsibilities in this role include supporting technical analyses, report writing, industry outreach and interviews, and research. This role also includes initial exposure to project management, client maintenance and proposal development through limited assignments.

The Freight Transportation Business Line helps public- and private-sector clients address a variety of planning, policy, operational, institutional, technical, and safety challenges across all modes of freight transportation. Our team developed many of the tools and techniques that guide freight planning activities today and we are working on the next generation of freight policies, programs, and procedures to support emerging freight planning needs. We help our clients identify critical issues, build effective public-private partnerships, and support the successful delivery of innovative freight projects and strategies. Our Freight Transportation Business Line works with Federal, state, regional, local, and private-sector freight and logistics practitioners, planners, and policy-makers.
Position Requirements

0-2 years of applicable experience
Bachelor's degree required
Master's degree in Urban Planning, Engineering, Logistics or Freight-related field preferred
Excellent written, verbal and oral communication skills

Apply at: https://www.camsys.com/careers/search-jobs

Entry Level GIS/Transportation Analyst - Jarrett Walker + Associates - Portland, OR

Entry Level GIS / Transportation Analyst
Jarrett Walker + Associates
Portland, OR

Jarrett Walker and Associates is a consulting firm that helps communities think about public transit planning issues, especially the design and redesign of bus networks. The firm was initially built around Jarrett Walker’s book Human Transit and his 25 years of experience in the field. Today, our professional staff of eight leads planning projects across North America, with a rapidly growing overseas practice including Europe, Russia, and Australia / New Zealand.

You can learn about us at our website jarrettwalker.com and at jarrett’s blog HumanTransit.org. For a sense of our basic approach to network design, see the introduction to Jarrett’s book Human Transit, which is on the blog and easily googled.

We are immediately seeking 1-2 entry-level transit analysts based in Portland, Oregon. The position offers the potential to grow a career in transit planning. As a small firm, we can promote staff in response to skill and achievement, without waiting for a more senior position to become vacant. Everyone pitches in at many different levels, and there are many opportunities to learn on the job.

Duties include a wide range of data analysis and mapping tasks associated with public transit planning studies.

For this position, the following are requirements. Please respond only if you offer all of the following:

• Bachelor’s or equivalent degree, or alternatively a minimum of two years professional experience in the skills listed below. (A directly relevant major is preferred but not essential.)
• Fluency in spoken English and at least strong proficiency at writing.
• Interest in public transit planning.
• Experience in Excel analysis, including charts, evidenced in sample work.
• Experience in spatial data analysis (GIS), evidenced in sample work.
• Experience in mapping, evidenced in mapping samples that are clear, accurate, and visually appealing.
• Ability to innovate and solve problems that arise in an analysis process.
• Ability to explain analytic ideas clearly in writing.
• References attesting to accuracy and efficiency in these critical tasks.
• Availability to start fulltime work in Portland, Oregon no later than April 1, 2017.
• Legal ability to work in the US.

The following are desirable but not essential. If you have any of the following, please emphasize them in your application.

• Graduate degree in urban planning, transportation, or a related field.
• Experience with analysis of public transit issues.
• Proven ability to design clear and easy-to-understand infographics, charts, reports, or other static and/or interactive information visualizations.
• The ability to describe issues from multiple points of view, including the perspectives of different professions.
• Experience and comfort in public speaking.
• Experience using a data analysis programming language (R, Python, etc)
• Ability to develop interactive information displays and tools.
• Experience in advanced database analysis. (Postgres/PostGIS, MySQL, etc)
• Experience with our main analytic and design software: qGIS, Remix, Tableau, InDesign, Illustrator.
• Expertise with transit-focused routing software, such as OpenTripPlanner.
• Foreign language ability. Spanish and Russian are especially useful to us but all language skills are valued.
• Experience working with minority and disadvantaged communities.
• Experience describing issues from multiple points of view, including the perspectives of different types of people, and different professions.
• Experience and comfort in public speaking.

Compensation and Benefits
Compensation will probably start in the range of $21-26/hour depending on experience, but raises of over 15% in the first year are routine for excellent work. Our benefits program includes empoyer-paid health, dental, and disability insurance, a free transit pass, paid sick leave (40 hrs/year), and paid time off (80 hrs/year).

How to Respond

To respond to this announcement, please send the following to marketing@jarrettwalker.com . The absolute deadline is February 21, 2017, at 5 PM Pacific Standard Time, but submitting earlier is advantageous as we will be assessing applications as we receive them.

1-page cover letter, explaining your interest in the position.

1- or 2-page resume, describing your relevant experience and skills.

Three (3) samples of your work. This can include maps, graphics, charts or reports that you have created. Samples should be clear, accurate, easy to understand and visually appealing. At least one (1) sample should demonstrate your ability to carry out a complex spatial analysis.

Hiring Schedule

Our need for staff is urgent so the hiring schedule is brisk:
February 7. Announcement.
February 21. Absolute deadline for submissions.
February 23. Shortlist and invitations to interview announced.
March 1. Interviews (in Portland or by Skype)
March 3. Final decision (successful candidate and two alternates).
March 10. Negotiations complete.
April 1. Job begins.

Non-discrimination

JWA follows an equal opportunity employment policy and employs personnel without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, and marital status.

This policy also applies to internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, terminations, outside vendors, members and customers, service clients, use of contractors and consultants, and dealings with the general public.

Portfolio Management Assistant - Chicago Community Loan Fund

Portfolio Management Assistant

Chicago Community Loan Fund

The Portfolio Management Assistant provides critical and substantive support to CCLF’s lending,
marketing and portfolio management programs, enjoying a wide range of duties and responsibilities. The position supports the work of the Director of Portfolio Management (DPM) and the Portfolio Management Team, but also provides specific support to the Director of Lending. The position includes direct and indirect contact with and service to our applicants, borrowers and investors.

• Serve as the liaison in the Portfolio Management Department between the Lending and Finance and Accounting teams for a variety of matters.
• Assist the DPM with gathering borrower information for loan renewal and restructure
• Schedule site visits and meetings with borrowers as needed (managed by DPM)
• Process and track draw requests according to established procedures.
• Coordinate with Finance and Accounting team to reconcile month end Portfolio Numbers and ensure account accuracy.
• Prepare and distribute monthly routine and delinquent invoices to borrowers
• Prepare materials and take minutes for all Loan Committee, Special Assets Committee, and Enterprise Risk Management Committee meetings and schedule other small meetings as needed
• Manage monthly monitoring of customer accounts, record payments, maintaining credit files, borrower insurance and tax compliance, real estate tax payments, UCC filings, deposit account verifications, etc.
• Assist with borrower compliance as necessary
• Serve as the primary contact person on the Portfolio Management Team for investor compliance reports (managed by Director of Portfolio Management)
• Collect, audit and report social impact data on all loans regularly and communicate data to the appropriate teams
• Maintain portfolio reports and analyses for both internal and external use (e.g. Loan Portfolio Ratings Report, portfolio segmentation, charge-offs tracking, repaid loans tracking, collateral tracking, etc.)
• Produce and distribute periodic borrower mailings (e.g. surveys) with supervision from DPM Assist with the maintenance of the loan portfolio databases (including borrower addresses) and credit files
• Conduct loan inquiry/intake calls and report the information to the Director of Lending (DOL)
• Schedule follow up calls from the loan inquiries for the DOL.
• Manage the Deal Flow spreadsheet
• Assist with Technical Assistance programs, workshops, and reporting
• Co-lead the annual CDFI Fund application (in cooperation with External Relations Officer and other staff)
• Research programs and initiatives of interest to CCLF as necessary
• Other duties as assigned 

Nature Scope of Working Relationships
The Portfolio Management Assistant position requires maintaining working relationships with fellow team members; borrowers; potential clients; consultants; vendors; financial institutions; other public/private sector institutions; peers in the field of community development; and committee volunteers. This position reports to the Vice President of Lending but also works with direction from the Senior Portfolio Management Officer.

Major Challenges/Performance Measures

The major challenge of this position is to provide prompt, accurate and superb customer service to a wide array of stakeholders including investors, borrowers and senior management; while insuring a high level of accuracy and quality in loan portfolio reporting.

Performance measures include: maintaining a depth of knowledge of each loan/borrower; proactive and timely problem solving; outstanding customer service; accurate reporting across the organization; and maintaining current, accurate, and organized loan management system and credit files.

Qualifications

The Portfolio Management Assistant will possess the following:

• Working knowledge of affordable housing, economic development and other community financing
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Strong marketing skills
• Strong quantitative skills
• Ability to organize and handle multiple priorities simultaneously
• Ability to work with a diverse range of community-based groups
• A keen attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Access and/or other database programs
• Working knowledge of GIS software

Minimum educational requirement: Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, business, real estate,

economics, or a related field.

Work Conditions 

Majority of time is spent indoors in an office atmosphere. Occasional local travel may be required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, talk and hear. This position requires occasional standing, walking, kneeling and crouching.  This employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

It is the policy of the Chicago Community Loan Fund not to discriminate against any applicant for

employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status.

CHICAGO COMMUNITY LOAN FUND: www.cclfchicago.org

Associate Planner - Village of Glen Ellyn, IL

Associate Planner
Village of Glen Ellyn, IL

DESCRIPTION:
The Village of Glen Ellyn is seeking to hire one (1) full-time Associate Planner. The job duties of this entry-level position include, but are not limited to, acting as an important contact for the Department on managing short and long-term planning projects, providing complex support to various Commissions, which includes acting as the primary staff liaison to the Historical Preservation Commission and other Commissions, as assigned; also assists with implementing the Village’s Comprehensive Plan and Downtown Plan. Position plays a visible role in providing 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:

• Review requests for approval of PUDs, special uses, zoning variations, sign variations, zoning map amendments, zoning code text amendments, subdivisions and exterior appearance applications.
• Serve as Staff Liaison to the Historic Preservation Commission; attend and participate in public meetings and hearings, which includes determining and producing agendas, draft memoranda, providing complex research and analysis, making public presentations, and developing actions items or policy recommendations.
• Assist in the development of short and long range plans; gather, interpret, and prepare data for studies, reports and recommendations; work collaboratively with other departments and agencies as needed.
• Draft Code amendments, including amendments to the zoning code, subdivision regulations code, sign code and appearance review guidelines; and interpret codes and identify potential code amendments.
• Assist in the Village’s short and long range planning activities such as downtown plans, streetscape plans, or comprehensive plans.
• Prepare maps, exhibits, or PowerPoint presentations, as requested; coordinates notices for public hearings.
• Conduct research for department planners and the Director; prepare studies and statistical reports and recommendations for drafting or revising local legislation or long range comprehensive plans, and project trends by monitoring socio-economic data, etc.
• Evaluate land use/zoning/annexation applications and site plans for compliance with applicable local, State or Federal laws. Manage assigned land use applications through the appropriate approval processes and prepares reports and related data as required.
• Responds to inquiries and complaints from local citizens, developers, architects, and media regarding local planning and zoning regulations and ordinances.
• Updates a variety of maps, directories, brochures and other department resources. Prepares graphics and maps for a variety of reports, plans, grant applications, publications or meetings.
• Prepare and write grant applications including components relating to geographics, maps, plats, site plans, etc.; and prepares applications and provide necessary documentation for special projects and awards as assigned.
• Negotiate and draft various agreements with assistance from Department Director, Village Attorney and Public Works Department; process annexation requests.
• Continuously evaluate processes and programs; identifies opportunities that improve customer satisfaction, review turn-around time, and/or staff efficiencies.
• Represent the Department to other Village departments, elected officials, outside agencies and the general public; explain, justify, and defend programs, policies, and activities; and negotiate and resolve sensitive, significant, and controversial issues.
• Ensure Department files are continuously organized and maintained in an accurate and organized fashion by assigned personnel, and that applications and process documents are complete, accurate, and periodically updated.
• Serves as a member of various staff committees as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, or closely related field with up to six months of previous planning experience; Master’s Degree preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge skills and abilities for this job.
• AICP certification is a plus, but not required; candidate must be able to obtain AICP certification within one year of employment.
• Ability to take control of situations, think quickly, and adapt to stressful situations is a must; and the ability to use good judgment and effectively solve problems is also required.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and organize workload.
• Ability to instruct and train in methods and procedures; must be able to delegate activities in an effective and responsible manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and be comfortable making public presentations to various stakeholders.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations is also required.
• Ability to interpret zoning code, sign code, subdivision code, and stormwater code; must also possess the ability to comprehend, retain and apply Village, State, and Federal policies and legislation, local ordinances, procedure manuals, etc.
• Ability to operate various types of standard office equipment, including computers and related software (e.g. MS Office suite); previous experience utilizing computer software programs, such as Munis is a plus. Previous experience using GIS is a plus.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license at the time of application.
• Must be willing and available to attend multiple evening meetings per month.

SALARY/BENEFITS:
Starting salary for this full-time, exempt position is $49,754/year with a full range of benefits offered.

HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and salary history to vgeresume@glenellyninfo.org. Hard copies (faxed, mailed, hand-delivered) of resumes will be declined.
Applicants must indicate (Job ID: #16-15-Associate Planner) in the subject line of their e-mail.
The selected finalist will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment criminal background check, reference check, and post offer medical physical with a drug screening.
Resumes are due by July 1, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. Candidates requiring reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact Human Resources at 630-469-5000.

THE VILLAGE OF GLEN ELLYN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

SALARY RANGE: Entry (0-1 year): $49,754

CONTACT INFORMATION
Village of Glen Ellyn
535 Duane St.
Glen Ellyn, IL
60137

Resource URL: http://www.glenellyn.org
Email: vgeresume@glenellyninfo.org
Phone: 630-469-5000

Zoning and Long Range Planner - Bloomington, IN

Zoning and Long Range Planner-Planning & Transportation Dept.
City of Bloomington, IN

POSITION DESCRIPTION
Assists Long Range and Transportation staff in the execution of the long range planning work program including implementing and updating the Comprehensive Plan, and developing neighborhood, corridor and other subarea plans. Collects and analyzes population, census, permit and land use data pertinent to the development of long range planning initiatives. Reviews various petitions requiring Plan Commission, Plan Committee, Board of Zoning Appeals and Hearing Officer action; conducts site plan reviews; performs on-site inspections; researches applicable ordinances and development histories.

EDUCATION
Minimum knowledge equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in planning or related field.

TRAINING/SKILLS
Proficiency in Geographic Information Systems, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Suite software. InDesign experience desired. Strong writing and presentation skills. Ability to communicate tactfully with a wide range of individuals, including local officials, consultants, members of the development community, and the general public.

ANYONE WISHING TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION MAY DO SO BY FAX, EMAIL OR AT CITY HALL, HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, 401 N MORTON STREET, SUITE 230 ON OR BEFORE TUESDAY, JULY 5, 2016 BY 5:00PM.

The City of Bloomington does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, veteran status, housing status and disability status in employment or the provision of services.

The City of Bloomington validates authorization to work using eVerify. The City will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee’s I-9 form to confirm work authorization.

SALARY RANGE- Entry (0-1 year)
--
Development Regulation or Administration
$37,318 - $43,224

Address
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
401 N MORTON STREET
Bloomington, IN
47404

Resource URL: http://bloomington.in.gov/employeeservices
Email: HRMAIL@BLOOMINGTON.IN.GOV
Phone: (812) 349-3404

Community Development Analyst - Village of Riverside, IL

Community Development Analyst
Village of Riverside, IL

The Village of Riverside is seeking qualified applicants for the position of a full-time
Community Development Analyst. This position assists the Community Development Director in the current-planning related functions of the Village and ongoing administration of the Village’s codes, ordinances and policies. The position is specifically responsible for managing and performing building permit process and review from intake to issuance, scheduling, coordinating and monitoring plan reviews and inspections conducted by consultants and Village Staff, preparing reports of building permit activity and providing information to the public and building community regarding building and zoning code procedures and requirements. This position is also responsible for assisting the Community Development Director with zoning and preservation related issues and assisting with the various commissions the department serves.

This position maintains efficient and effective processes in the Building/Community Development Department while providing excellent customer service to developers, contractors, property owners and the general public.

The successful individual will have excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational
skills and be comfortable using computers including utilizing a building permit database, Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel. The minimum preferred requirements for this position are:

(A) A Bachelor’s Degree Graduation from a college or university with a bachelor's degree and preferably 1-2 years municipal experience or combination of related experience and education. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in urban/regional planning, geography, urban studies, public administration, political science, or a related field.

(B) Other related public experience or other planning experience may substitute for municipal experience if the candidate demonstrates the skills, knowledge and abilities

Salary $39,000+/- DOQ with a competitive benefits package.

Submit cover letter, resume, application and three work related references to Community
Development Director Sonya Abt, 27 Riverside Road, Riverside, IL 60546 or by email at
sabt@riverside.il.us by June 10, first review of applicants will take place on June 3rd. Please
visit www.riverside.il.us for a position profile.

Village of Riverside
27 Riverside Road
Riverside, IL 60546

Equal Opportunity Employer

GIS Editor - Law Bulletin Publishing Company - Chicago, IL

GIS Editor
Law Bulletin Publishing Company

Chicago, IL

Legal and real estate publishing company seeks part-time Editor (10-15 hours/month) with GIS experience. Founded in 1854, Law Bulletin Publishing Company is located in downtown Chicago (the River North area). The Index Publishing division publishes Chicago and county codes and ordinances.

The GIS Editor will edit and proofread materials to maintain GIS maps and code books in print and online. The GIS Editor will bring professional skills in the analysis, interpretation and organization of the journals of council/legislative proceedings, codes, maps and data collected from government entities for the purpose of publishing code books in print and online.

BS or equivalent with emphasis on urban planning, engineering, landscape architecture or a related field

Must be able to interpret written codes and regulations as they relate to land use and zoning
Mapping skills, both drafting and the ability to interpret maps and codes as they relate to maps
ArcView/Arc GIS experience preferred

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

To learn more information about Law Bulletin Publishing Company, please visit our web site atwww.lawbulletin.com. Interested candidates should send resume to hr@lbpc.com.

SALARY RANGE
Entry (0-1 year)
--
Urban Design
$15/hour

CONTACT INFORMATION
Doris Snipes
Address
415 N. State Street

Chicago, IL
60654
United States
Resource URL
http://www.lawbulletin.com
Email
hr@lbpc.com
Phone
312-644-4336

Green Urbanism Program Assistant - Global Green USA - Santa Monica, CA

Green Urbanism Program Assistant
Global Green USA
Santa Monica, CA

Salary Range: 30,000 - 45,000

Description Global Green USA seeks a committed and energetic person to join our Santa Monica office.

This position reports to the Green Urbanism Program Director and works with local governments, affordable housing developers, architects, planners, and other non-profit organizations to develop and implement green building, renewable energy, and sustainable planning projects and programs at a variety of scales. We are a small and nimble team - ideal candidates are demonstrated collaborators that are comfortable working independently on multiple projects.

Responsibilities
Provide technical and administrative support for Green Urbanism Program project areas such as LEED certification, tactical urbanism installations, green building consulting, and environmental planning and design. The Green Urbanism Program Assistant will assist with logistics, maintain project checklists, prepare LEED certification packages, conduct site analysis, develop sustainable planning documents, create graphics, and help produce project reports.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Coordinate and document green design charrettes and community workshops 
• Contribute to the creation of maps, site plans, illustrations, diagrams, and other graphics 
• Layout and draft narrative text for project reports and proposals 
• Conduct research and analysis for Green Urbanism Program publications and projects 
• Assist in the general administration and management of the Green Urbanism Program 
• Develop partnerships and connections to provide creative opportunities for new projects at GGUSA Qualifications 
• Bachelors Degree in Environmental Design, Urban Planning, Architecture, or Landscape Architecture 
• Experience with LEED, preferably LEED for Homes and LEED for Neighborhood Development 
• Strong command of Adobe Creative Suite, Rhino 
• AutoCAD, GIS, and Microsoft Office 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, public speaking experience a plus 
• Robust analytical ability and developed spatial thinking 
• Able to work independently and take initiative 
• Interest in sustainability as applied to urban conditions 
• Flexible and able to move between different project scales and topics 
• LEED Green Associate or other sustainability credential a plus but not required

Details
Salary is commensurate with experience; base range is $30,000-$45,000.
Position requires some travel.

Employment includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), vacation, holiday and sick leave. Global Green USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Contact Please send cover letter, resume, and a brief work sample to: careers@globalgreen.org

Human Rights Investigator Trainee - State of Illinois- Chicago, IL

Human Rights Investigator Trainee
State of Illinois-Human Rights Department
Chicago, IL

Closing Date/Time: Thu. 05/05/16 5:00 PM Central Time
Salary: $2,464.00 - $4,731.00 monthly

Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Cook County Zone 1, Illinois
Number of Vacancies: 6
Plan/BU: MC-09
Bid ID#: 16-28

Under immediate supervision of an Investigations' Supervisor, participates in an agency sponsored training program from six to eighteen months; receives work assignments designed to acquire knowledge and skills as a human rights intake worker, counseling complainants, ascertaining jurisdiction, taking charges of alleged discrimination and learning to carry a caseload of selected simple investigations; receives training in the investigation and processing of a caseload of selected perfected charges of discrimination by analyzing evidence in terms of the Human Rights Acts, rules and regulations, and operating procedures; receives progressive training in the development of reports of finding of fact, parties' terms of settlement and agreement, and necessary correspondence to concerned parties; travels as needed to accomplish the operational goals and objectives of the agency.

Minimum Requirements:
Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college preferably with coursework in business, public, or personnel administration or social sciences. Requires no previous experience.

Requires elementary knowledge of human rights' issues, the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, the ability to analyze information and make recommended decisions, and the ability to acquire investigative skills.

Work Hours & Location/Agency Contact:
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Department of Human Rights, 100 West Randolph Street, 10-100, Chicago, Illinois 60601, Contact Person: Janice Woods-Wills, 312-814-6283, Fax number 312-814-6251.

NON-STATE EMPLOYEE: DO NOT APPLY DIRECTLY TO THIS AGENCY.
PLEASE SEE INFORMATION BELOW FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO APPLY. For more information, please refer to the Work4Illinois Website at Work.Illinois.Gov and select Application Procedures.

CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES: Submit an Official Position Vacancy Bid Form and new version of the CMS 100 Employment Application (version dated 10/2014) to the agency contact address listed above. If bidding on a promotion, applicant must be deemed qualified or have submitted a promotional application (CMS 100B) to CMS to receive a qualifying promotional grade Prior to the closing of the posting period. A separate Bid form and Application is required for each Posting/Bid ID or your bid will be rejected. Bid forms and Applications can be mailed to the address above or faxed to 312-814-6251.

If you are a current State employee wishing to transfer, you must submit an Employee Transfer Request form, CMS 100 Application (version dated 10/2014) and Bid Form. If no Employee Transfer Request form is not submitted, you will not be considered for the position.

FORMER STATE EMPLOYEES: Submit an Official Position Vacancy Bid Form and new version of the CMS 100 Employment Application (version dated 10/2014) to the Agency Contact address listed above.

A separate Bid form and Application is required for each Posting/Bid ID or your bid will be rejected.

How to Apply:
Click Here for Applicant Information and Grading Procedures

This position may require a current grade from Central Management Services (CMS), Division of Examining and Counseling, to be deemed qualified and available for employment consideration. For more information, please refer to the Work4Illinois website at Work.Illinois.Gov and select 'Application Procedures'. Additional information may also be obtained from the Agency Contact listed above or by contacting CMS, Division of Examining and Counseling at Work4Illinois@Illinois.gov or (217) 782-7100, (217) 785-3979 (TDD/TTY), (800) 526-0844 (TTY Only).
Additional Documentation for Human Rights Investigator Trainee:

Class Specification
Additional Title and Exam Information
Test Information Guide

These documents are in PDF format and can be viewed using Adobe Reader.

NOTE: Salary amounts shown are only to be used as a guide; actual salary will be determined at the time of hire based on current salary plans and/or collective bargaining agreements, if applicable.

Planner - Area Plan Commission St. Joseph County - South Bend, IN

Planner

Area Plan Commission St. Joseph County 

South Bend, IN

This position is full-time, non-exempt and is covered under the Saint Joseph County Employee Policy Manual.

Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Shift Times: Monday through Friday

Essential Functions:
Incumbent serves as a Planner for the St. Joseph County Area Plan Commission responsible for a full range of planning and zoning activities including managing the subdivision platting and rezoning process; ensuring compliance with relevant ordinances; reviewing Area Board of Zoning Appeals petitions; conducts research and performs critical analysis on a wide range of land use and economic development issues; and assists in the preparation of amendments to development codes.

Coordinates Commission activities and responds to requests from local, state and federal reviewing agencies in addition to applicants, professional consultants and citizens. Assists public and government agencies on a wide range of land use-related issues associated with the Commission’s member jurisdictions – City of South Bend, St. Joseph County and five Towns.

Composes staff reports and makes presentations to the Plat Committee, Area Plan Commission, Area Board of Zoning Appeals and City, County and Town Councils.

Qualifications:
Baccalaureate Degree in urban planning or a closely related field.\Working knowledge of fundamental planning issues and concepts including planning theory, land use law, comprehensive planning, urban design, subdivision and zoning concepts, GIS and economic development.

Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writingwith co-workers, City, Town and County departments, developers, elected officials, State and Federal agencies, community organizations, and the public, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities, and disabilities.

Ability to effectively manage the work day, multiple projects and deadlines and be attuned to the importance of the attention to detail.

Applications must be completed online at: http://www.stjosephcountyindiana.com/departments/sjchr/applications.htm

SALARY RANGE
Entry (0-1 year): $34,000 - $37,995 Dependent on qualifications

CONTACT INFORMATION
Office Manager
Address
227 West Jefferson Boulevard
11th Floor County City Building
South Bend, IN 46601

Resource URL: http://www.stjosephcountyindiana.com/departments/sjchr/applications.htm
Email: jparcell@co.st-joseph.in.us
Phone: 574-235-9571