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Assistant Planner, Greater Chatham Initiative

Description

The Greater Chatham Initiative (an economic development non-profit organization that serves
south side communities) is looking for an assistant planner to help create a corridor
revitalization plan. The target corridor, named the Mahalia Jackson Cultural District (MJCD), is a
1-mile stretch of 79th St. running from State St. to Cottage Grove Ave.

Bike and Pedestrian Planner - Hennepin County's Community Works Department - Minneapolis, MN

Bike and Pedestrian Planner 
Hennepin County's Community Works Department
Minneapolis, MN

$52,149 - $64,883 Annually 

The Bicycle and Pedestrian team is seeking a strategic, flexible, and creative thinker to join their team as a Bicycle and Pedestrian Planner. Working as part of Hennepin County's Community Works Department, this position will assist with planning activities, technical analysis and implementation of the county's adopted bicycle and pedestrian transportation plans. 

This is a limited duration (temporary), benefit earning position expected to last up to 2 years. 

Best Qualified Candidates will have: 
  • Related bachelor’s degree education and relevant planning analyst experience 
  • Experience: 
    • With pedestrian and bicycle planning transportation planning and/or general transportation planning. 
    • Using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software such as ArcGIS, and Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Ability to: 
    • Understand and interpret planning materials and concepts. 
    • Read and analyze technical materials. 
    • Collect, analyze and prepare data for information and review by others. 
    • Write technical papers and prepare information for internal and external audiences. 
    •  Develop, prepare and deliver presentations for small and large groups, public meetings and internal meetings. 
    • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. 
  • Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills. 
    • Basic computer skills including MS Office, internet, email/calendar 
    • Possess organizational and project management skills. 
To view the complete posting online and access the online application process, visit www.hennepin.jobs . The posting is open until 5 pm Wednesday, April 19, 2017.