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Water Resources Planner - CMAP - Chicago

Assistant /Associate Planner – Water Resources
Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning
Chicago, IL
Experience: 1-3 years
Salary Range: $45,000 - $55,803

The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is seeking to hire one full-time employee to help advance natural and environmental resource related goals, particularly water resources, within the Local Technical Assistance (LTA) and long-range planning programs. This position will be filled at the Assistant or Associate level. CMAP was created in 2005 to integrate planning for land use and transportation in the counties of Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry, and Will. CMAP is our region’s official comprehensive planning organization. The agency and its partners are developing ON TO 2050, a new comprehensive regional plan to help the seven counties and 284 communities of northeastern Illinois implement strategies that address transportation, housing, economic development, open space, the environment, and other quality-of-life issues. See www.cmap.illinois.gov for more information. For detailed information about our benefits, please go to http://www.cmap.illinois.gov/about/careers#benefits.

Position Description: Assistant /Associate Planner – Water Resources (LTA62016)

This position is expected to contribute to water, natural, and environmental resource goals of the LTA program and the development of ON TO 2050. For more information, visit http://www.cmap.illinois.gov/onto2050.

The LTA program was initiated in spring 2011 to create new resources for technical assistance and coordinate with existing technical assistance activities. It has resulted in a series of innovative local projects in the Chicago region that support livability principles, implement GO TO 2040, protect and enhance natural and environmental resources, and build capacity in local communities. Over 130 projects have been completed to date, with 50 more underway. Projects include comprehensive plans, corridor or subarea plans, zoning or other ordinance revisions, watershed plans, studies of special topics such as housing, stormwater management, or economic development, and similar planning activities. To obtain more information on the LTA program, please visit www.cmap.illinois.gov/lta. The agency’s water resources work is also supported via the LTA program, and includes watershed planning, water quality planning, water supply planning, stormwater management, and related projects. For more information about the agency’s water resources work visithttp://www.cmap.illinois.gov/livability/water.

The position will also to contribute to ON TO 2050, which is due in October 2018. ON TO 2050 is meant to build on the recommendations of GO TO 2040, address new issues, and provide more specific and actionable guidance for implementation. The plan development process is currently in its early stages but is projected to be one of the agency’s major activities over the next 2 years. For more information, visithttp://www.cmap.illinois.gov/onto2050.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Familiarity with the purpose, scope, and practice of regional planning.
Knowledge of or familiarity with local planning practice in northeastern Illinois, including plan and ordinance preparation, and the role of appointed and elected officials.
Understanding of the links between transportation, land use, housing, economic development, community development, environment and natural resources, and governance.
Ability to provide technical assistance, conduct trainings and workshops, and develop innovative, collaborative solutions to build local capacity.
Ability to conduct research, perform quantitative and qualitative analysis, elicit ideas and concerns from stakeholders, and develops coherent and implementable recommendations for action.
Experience or interest in working with elected officials, government agencies, nongovernmental organizations, and other partners in designing and implementing policies, strategies, and regulatory approaches that support sustainability and address socioeconomic inequities.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Experience with Microsoft Office or other word processing, spreadsheet graphing and analysis, and/or presentation software
Interest and ability to interact with partner agencies, local governments, and the general public.
Ability to manage and contribute to complex projects and to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Knowledge of Federal and State water-related grant programs and requirements is a plus.

Beyond these general qualifications, the position is expected to help advance the natural and environmental resource goals, particularly those related to water resources, of the LTA program and ON TO 2050. Specific desired qualifications and skills for the position include:

Ability to immediately take on assignments related to a variety of natural and environmental resource topics such as watershed planning, green infrastructure, stormwater and flooding, drinking water supply, water quality, aquatic and terrestrial habitat, the effects of climate change on natural resources, and others.
Educational training or experience in natural or environmental science, water resources, biology, or other technical, science-based field.
Additional training or experience in planning, public policy, public administration, or other related area.
Ability to work on region scale analysis and policy related to environment and natural resources.
An understanding of laws and regulatory programs related to environmental resources, such as the Clean Water Act and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit program.
Educational training or experience in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping and analysis.
Ability to conduct field work in a variety of conditions.

Education and/or Experience
A Bachelor’s degree in planning, natural/environmental science, or a related discipline is required, and a Master’s degree is preferred for both the Associate and Assistant level. At least 3 to 5 years of work experience in planning is required for the Associate level; candidates with less than 2 years of experience qualify for the Assistant level.

How to Apply
Please submit cover letter and resume via the web at:http://www.cmap.illinois.gov/about/careers. Please refer toJob Code (LTA62016).

Posting End Date This posting will close on July 9, 2016. All applications must be completed and submitted within that timeframe.

The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Local Technical Assistance Program Assistant /Associate Planners, The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) - Chicago, IL (two positions)

Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning

Job Category: Local Technical Assistance Program Assistant /Associate Planners (LTA092015)
Experience Required: 0 to 2 years (Assistant); 3 to 5 years (Associate)
Salary Range: Assistant: $45,000 - $55,803/ Associate: $54,000 - $66,933

The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is seeking to hire two full-time employees to help advance the Local Technical Assistance (LTA) program and contribute to the agency’s long-range planning. The positions will be filled at the Assistant or Associate level. Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

CMAP was created in 2005 to integrate planning for land use and transportation in the counties of Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry, and Will. In October 2010, CMAP released GO TO 2040, the region’s long-range comprehensive plan. The agency is now focusing on implementing the plan, which includes technical assistance to local governments as a major activity. For more information on GO TO 2040, visit www.cmap.illinois.gov/2040.

Position Description
The position is primarily expected to contribute to the LTA program. This program was initiated in spring 2011 to create new resources for technical assistance and coordinate with existing technical assistance activities. It has resulted in a series of innovative local projects in the Chicago region that support livability principles, implement GO TO 2040, and build capacity in local communities. Over 100 projects have been completed to date, with 50 more underway. Projects include comprehensive plans, corridor or subarea plans, zoning revisions, studies of special topics such as housing or economic development, and similar planning activities. This program requires travel throughout the region; candidates must have the ability and willingness to work with communities across the region. To obtain more information on the LTA program, please visit www.cmap.illinois.gov/lta.

The position may also be asked to contribute to other CMAP activities, including but not limited to the update of GO TO 2040, which is due in October 2018, as well as the agency’s general activities in policy, programming, and planning.
Responsibilities
Essential functions of this position are to:

Manage and support local plans produced through CMAP’s LTA program.
Incorporate the principles of GO TO 2040 into local plans.
Contribute to all elements of local plan development, including research, analysis, mapping,

writing, stakeholder engagement, and public outreach.

Establish and maintain strong relationships with local project sponsors and partner organizations, and communicate CMAP’s principles effectively.
Work as part of multidisciplinary teams and contribute to complex projects.
Qualifications
CMAP will recruit two planners at the Assistant or Associate level with the knowledge, experience, and skills to assist with the development and implementation of local plans, focusing primarily on the intersection between transportation and land use. The successful candidate must demonstrate:

 Knowledge of local planning practice in northeastern Illinois, including plan and ordinance preparation, development review, and the role of appointed and elected officials.
 Understanding of the links between transportation, land use, housing, economic development, taxation, environment and natural resources, and community development.
 Ability to provide technical assistance, conducts trainings and workshops, and develops innovative, collaborative solutions to build local capacity.
 Experience working with elected officials and local government staff in designing and implementing policies, strategies, and regulatory approaches that support sustainability and address socioeconomic inequities.
 Excellent written and oral communication skills.
 Interest and ability to interact with partner agencies, local governments, and the general
public.
 Ability to manage and contribute to complex projects and to work as part of a multi-
disciplinary team.
Beyond these general qualifications, the position is expected to help advance the LTA program in specific ways. It is not expected that any single candidate will be able to contribute in all of these areas, so candidates should specify which of these best match their experience and skills. All of these represent potential areas of expansion and growth for the LTA program. Specific areas of interest include:

 Transportation planning. This includes experience with the development of local transportation plans. Transportation plans produced by CMAP through the LTA program typically are multi-modal in nature and conducted at the corridor or municipal level. Experience, knowledge, or interest in freight is particularly desired.
 Ordinances and development regulations. As the LTA program continues to expand its technical assistance offerings beyond producing plans, projects that involve zoning ordinances, subdivision regulations, development review processes, and other development regulations will increase in importance, and candidates with this type of experience are desired.
 Municipal governance and operations. The most common sponsor of LTA projects are municipalities. Developing implementable recommendations requires an understanding of municipal capacity, and plans often directly recommend actions to improve municipal governance and operations. Experience working with lower-capacity municipalities, either on staff or as a consultant, is desired.
 Outreach and engagement. A hallmark of CMAP’s planning work is active and innovative engagement of stakeholders and the general public. Candidates with demonstrated experience or interest in outreach and engagement are desired.

It is understood that candidates at the Assistant level will have limited work experience, but they should demonstrate strong interest and familiarity with the topics addressed by CMAP. Candidates at the Associate level are expected to have several years of direct work experience in relevant topics. At both levels, demonstrated ability to contribute to complex projects and work as part of a team is required.
Education and/or Experience
A Bachelor’s degree in Planning or a related discipline is required, and a Master’s degree is preferred for both the Associate and Assistant level. At least 3 to 5 years of work experience in planning is required for the Associate level; candidates with 0 to 2 years of experience are better suited for the Assistant level.
How to Apply
Applicants should apply online at https://cmap.hyrell.com. Posting End Date
This posting will close on December 6, 2015.
The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Chief of Staff - Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning - Chicago, IL

Chief of Staff

Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning

Experience:

5-7 years

Contact person:

Catherine Holland-Hatcher

Email:

chollandhatcher@cmap.illinois.gov

Website:

http://www.cmap.illinois.gov

Location:

Chicago, IL

Company/Agency: Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning

Job Category: Executive Staff

Experience Required: 5+ Years

Salary Range: $125,000-$155,000

The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is seeking to hire a full-time employee to assist the Executive Director in managing the executive management staff and facilitate the daily operations for the agency. Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Applicants should apply online at https://cmap.hyrell.com.

This posting will close on November 2, 2015.

The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planningis an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Senior Planner, The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning - Chicago, IL

Senior Planner - Local Technical Assistance Program

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Company:Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning

Location:Chicago, IL

Date Posted:August 3, 2015

The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is seeking to hire one full-time employee to help advance the Local Technical Assistance (LTA) program and contribute to the agency’s long-range planning. The position is expected to be filled at the Senior level. Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

CMAP has also posted a similar Principal level position, which requires additional years of experience, including supervisory experience. Candidates who are interested in being considered for both positions should apply for them separately.

CMAP is the official regional planning organization for the northeastern Illinois counties of Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry, and Will. CMAP developed and now guides the implementation of metropolitan Chicago's comprehensive regional plan, GO TO 2040, which was adopted unanimously by leaders from across the seven counties in fall 2010. To address anticipated population growth of more than 2 million new residents, GO TO 2040 establishes coordinated strategies that help the region’s 284 communities address transportation, housing, economic development, open space, the environment, and other quality-of-life issues. See www.cmap.illinois.gov for more information.

Position Description

The position is primarily expected to contribute to the management of the LTA program. This program was initiated in spring 2011 to create new resources for technical assistance and coordinate with existing technical assistance activities. It has resulted in a series of innovative local projects in the Chicago region that support livability principles, implement GO TO 2040, and build capacity in local communities. Over 100 projects have been completed to date, with 50 more underway. Projects include comprehensive plans, corridor or subarea plans, zoning revisions, studies of special topics such as housing or economic development, and similar planning activities. This program requires travel throughout the region; candidates must have the ability and willingness to work with communities across the region. For more information on the LTA program, please visit www.cmap.illinois.gov/lta.

The position may also be asked to contribute to other CMAP activities, including but not limited to the update of GO TO 2040, which is due in October 2018, as well as the agency’s general activities in policy, programming, and planning.

Principal Planner - Local Technical Assistance Program, Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning - Chicago, IL

Principal Planner - Local Technical Assistance Program

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Company:Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning

Location:Chicago, IL

Date Posted:August 3, 2015

The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is seeking to hire one full-time employee to help advance the Local Technical Assistance (LTA) program and contribute to the agency’s long-range planning. The position is expected to be filled at the Principal level. Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Position Description

Executive Director - Richmond Regional Planning District Commission - Richmond, VA

Executive Director

Richmond Regional Planning District Commission

Professional Area:

Planning Management, Budgeting and Finance

Experience:

7-10 years

Location:

Richmond, VA

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Richmond Regional Planning District Commission

The Richmond Regional Planning District Commission (RRPDC), a regional planning agency with major emphasis in the areas of transportation, local technical assistance and information services including demographic, economic and geographic information systems, is seeking an Executive Director to lead the agency.

A Bachelor’s degree in Planning or Public Administration, or related field (Master’s degree is highly preferred) and a minimum of 10 yrs. experience in a responsible position in a comparably sized regional planning district commission or council, local government, a state or federal government agency, or private sector/non-profit organization is preferred.

Background investigation including fingerprinting for an FBI criminal check is required.

The deadline is July 31, 2015, at 5 p.m. A full job ad and required online application may be found at www.hanovercountyjobs.com. EOE

Associate Planner - Market Analysis Specialist, Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning - Chicago, IL

Associate Planner - Market Analysis Specialist

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Company:Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning

Location:Chicago, IL

Local Technical Assistance Program

Associate Planner – Market Analysis Specialist (MAS2015)

Company/Agency: Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning

Job Category: Associate Planner

Experience Required: 3 to 5 years

Salary Range: $54,000 to $62,000

The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is seeking to hire a full-time employee to help implement the Local Technical Assistance (LTA) program, with a specialty in market analysis and economic development. This position will be filled at the Associate level. Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Qualifications and Skills

CMAP will recruit a planner at the Associate level with the knowledge, experience, and skills to assist in the implementation of local technical assistance projects, focusing on the intersection between transportation, land use, and economic development. This position will specifically focus on ensuring that the recommendations contained in LTA plans are market-feasible and promote long-term local and regional prosperity.

General qualifications and skills for the position include:

Knowledge of local planning practice in northeastern Illinois, including plan and ordinance preparation, development review, and the role of appointed and elected officials.
Understanding of the links between transportation, land use, housing, economic development, taxation, environment and natural resources, and community development.
Ability to provide technical assistance, conduct trainings and workshops, and develop innovative, collaborative solutions to build local capacity.
Experience working with elected officials and local government staff in designing and implementing policies, strategies, and regulatory approaches that support sustainability and address socioeconomic inequities.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Interest and ability to interact with partner agencies, local governments, and the general public.
Ability to manage and contribute to complex projects and to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Beyond these general qualifications, candidates should demonstrate experience and interest in economic development and market analysis. Specific qualifications and skills include:

Enthusiasm for developing solutions for reinvestment in challenging sites and communities, and creativity in assessing options to do so.
Experience conducting market analysis or otherwise assessing the market feasibility of projects across a range of communities and development types (i.e. residential, commercial, office, industrial, institutional). Specifically, experience in assessing market potential for hard-to-develop sites in disinvested or struggling communities is desired.
Ability to communicate both positive and negative market analysis findings in a clear and useful manner.
Experience with real estate development and knowledge of the real estate development process.
Relationships with, or at least knowledge of, significant partner organizations active in redevelopment in the Chicago region.
Understanding of how transportation investment, land use regulation, and other government actions affect redevelopment potential.
Substantive experience with relevant data sources, such as CoStar, ESRI Business Analyst, Dun and Bradstreet, and similar sources.
Experience in communicating quantitative analyses in an accessible format, and in connecting market findings to the planning process. Also, experience in gauging market potential through more qualitative means, such as interviews with local brokers and developers.

Education and/or Experience

A Bachelor’s degree in Planning or a related discipline is required, and a Master’s degree is preferred. At least 2 to 5 years of work experience in planning is required for the Associate level. Past experience in market analysis or real estate development is particularly desirable.

Contact Information

Send resume, cover letter, and contact information with Job Code: MAS2015

Email: hresources@cmap.illinois.gov

Mail: Human Resources

Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning

233 S. Wacker Drive, Suite 800

Chicago, IL 60606

Emailed resumes will receive an auto receipt. Position open until filled. The Chicago

Metropolitan Agency for Planning is an Equal Opportunity Employer.