Research Associate II – UIC School of Public Health – 2 positions

Who: University of Illinois at Chicago, School of Public Health, Division of Environmental and Occupational Health Science.

What : Position 1 - Research Associate II - Alpha 3 (Job ID #91511) will be involved in all aspects of a national research study examining the health of coal miners. This position conducts research by assisting with the collection, entry and cleaning of data and descriptive results. Job responsibilities include:

Metropolitan Transit Planner (Rockford)

Who: Region 1 Planning Council (R1PC), which is comprised of the Rockford Metropolitan Agency for Planning and the Economic Development District of Northern Illinois. 

What: The Metropolitan Transit Planner position works with the Metropolitan Planning Organization (RMAP/MPO) division of the R1PC and the Rockford Mass Transit District (RMTD) to administer the federally required public transit planning process. This position also produces planning documents and engages in planning processes typical of a metropolitan planning organization and mass transit district. The successful candidate will investigate, analyze, document and manage ongoing public transit and associated economic development planning efforts. Work for this position will involve close coordination with the MPO transportation planning function of the R1PC as well as the operational planning elements of the local mass transit district. This position will be engaged in the long- range as well as short-range planning functions of the MPO and RMTD. The successful candidate must possess strong writing skills, prepare recommendations, perform research, planning and technical analysis for projects. 

Service Planner - Rail, Chicago Transit Authority - Chicago, IL

Service Planner - Rail
Chicago Transit Authority - Chicago, IL
$60,000 - $65,000 a year

SALARY TARGET: $60,000 - $65,000. Final salary will be determined in part by the qualifications of the selected candidate and may be higher or lower than target. Analyzes data needed to develop, implement, and evaluate bus/rail service, and makes appropriate recommendations and plans. Conducts research to ascertain where the operating efficiency and service improvement can be attained. Evaluates major route(s) changes for Title VI and Environmental Justice implications. Administers contracted services, proposals, contract administration, and reports. Primary duties and Responsibilities Completes running time analysis for rail lines to determine potential frequency changes. Develops specification to submit to schedules. Develops cost estimates for operational changes to rail. Provides specific direction on train consist through peak and off-peak periods. Reviews consultant studies as appropriate. Coordinates short-term rail changes with longer-term construction and extension projects. Meets monthly with Schedules and Operation staff to determine future needs on rail system. Evaluates recent changes and construction project timeline to determine appropriate service levels. Attends meetings and provides communication and information regarding projects, problems, or issues both internally and externally. Conducts fieldwork and research to gather information on various CTA facilities, operations, and service. Determines need to re-assign rail cars based on data. Performs related duties as assigned. Qualifications EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS  Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Public Policy, Urban Design, Industrial Design, Transportation Planning, or a closely related discipline with academic instruction in transportation planning, operations, and/or policy analysis. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS  Normal standing, sitting, walking, associated with office environment and occasional fieldwork. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES  Working knowledge of CTA rail and bus operations and service area. Conceptual understanding of transit planning fundamentals, both economic and schedule-related. Able to demonstrate research, analytic, quantitative, and evaluation skills. Understanding of community and economic development, as well as demographic changes. Working knowledge and competence in using GIS programs, scheduling software, spreadsheets, databases, and other data related technology. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work and produce finished work products within a short time frame. Ability to exercise good judgment. Ability to work independently. 2 days ago -  save job » View or apply to job

Union Campaign Researcher, UNITE HERE Research - Chicago, IL

Union Campaign Researcher - Chicago, IL
UNITE HERE Research - Chicago, IL

Our research teams conduct industry, corporate, real estate and political research and analysis to develop and carry out campaigns focused on winning economic justice for low wage, primarily immigrant hospitality workers. Our campaigns organize non-union workers and secure improved standards for existing union members in the food service, gaming and casino, and hotel industries. About UNITE HERE: UNITE HERE is the union leading the fight to organize hundreds of thousands of low-wage workers –- many of them African-Americans, Latino and Asian immigrants, and women -- in hotels, casinos, institutional cafeterias and airport concessions throughout North America. Our union, with over 270,000 members, is at the forefront of battles for workers' rights, immigration reform, living wages, and quality jobs in many cities throughout North America. ( www.unitehere.org ) Job responsibilities will include:  Research companies using a wide variety of sources, including published databases, on-line and Internet sources Conduct local and field research on companies, industries and/or real estate development projects Develop company analyses and adapt them for various audiences (e.g. leadership & staff, workers, stockholders, political & regulatory bodies, the public) Identify and analyze new development projects in our industries and represent the union during the planning & political approval process Communicate and build relationships with a wide variety of players including community organizations, company officials, customers, government staff and elected leaders Develop and carry out campaign strategies and tactics Work with UNITE HERE members, organizers, regional staff and elected leaders; assist in moving campaigns forward through organizing, leading actions, doing political work, as needed. Desired Qualifications include:  Passion for, and commitment to, fighting for workers' rights BA degree or relevant research and/or activist experience (labor, political, urban planning, or community/campus) Strong analytical, writing, computer and interpersonal/organizing skills Willingness to travel extensively, to work long and sometimes irregular hours, and relocate as necessary Familiarity with database and word processing software Ability to effectively manage a workload with competing priorities and deadlines Reliable car and driver's license Current UNITE HERE campaign researchers have worked in the past as community and union organizers, urban planners, journalists, teachers, and researchers elsewhere.

Associate Planner - Town of Chino Valley, CA

Associate Planner 

Town of Chino Valley

Professional Area: 

Planning Law

Urban Design

Zoning Administration

Other topics not covered above

Experience: 

3-5 years

Email: 

HumanResources@chinoaz.net

Website: 

http://www.chinoaz.net

Location: 

Town of Chino Valley, AZ

Full-time position including benefits package. Grade 25; $48,635/yr+ DOE.

Closing date: 6/11/2015.

Performs various professional planning services to include: 

• Providing technical and professional advice to public regarding the Town General Plan, policies and processes; 
• Serves as liaison; 
• Processes various applications; 
• Facilitates Citizen Review Processes; creates presentations, including recommendations to the Town Planning and Zoning Commission; develops and prepares ordinances and resolutions for review and consideration; 
• Conducts site inspections and field research regarding development proposals;
• Facilitates and tracks the process of commercial plan review, development agreements and special projects; actively participates in submittal of grant applications and management of grant funded programs; and applies the principles & elements of the Unified Development Ordinance to work product.

Bachelor’s degree in urban planning and public administration or a closely related field and four years of professional planning experience in planning, zoning, annexations and/or urban development or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid driver’s license required. Online employment application and job descriptions available at WWW.CHINOAZ.NET.

Email HumanResources@chinoaz.net for more information.

EOE