Assistant Commissioner for Transit Development - New York City Department of Transportation

Full-time

Location: Manhattan

No Exam Required

Department: Transit Development

Salary Range: $88,437.00 - $$228,190.00

Job Description

The Division of Transportation Planning & Management (TPM) seeks an experienced, innovative, visionary and empathetic candidate to serve as Assistant Commissioner of Transit, responsible for developing public transit-supportive street infrastructure and policies to improve mobility for all New Yorkers. Reporting directly to the Deputy Commissioner of TPM, the Assistant Commissioner will be responsible for managing, planning and implementing a large portfolio of highly visible and complex transportation projects that support improved bus service and better public transportation in New York City, as well as building a diverse and inclusive team supporting that effort.

Full description and application available here.

Statewide Transit Planning Manager - Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transit

Location: Richmond, Virginia
Closing at: Feb 12 2024 at 23:55 EST

Job Duties

The purpose of this position is to serve as a Statewide Transit Planning Manager position. The position is responsible for managing strategic planning efforts for DRPT’s Public Transportation Division and will both manage and facilitate various types of statewide public transportation projects, planning studies, and initiatives. This position will also manage planning needs with the Public Transportation Division by leading staff and consultant teams that are conducting studies on behalf of DRPT and/or its customers. The position will represent DRPT’s Public Transportation Division in studies, projects and initiatives conducted by other agencies and organizations as needed.

Full description and application are available here.

Associate Vice President (AVP), Transportation, Infrastructure & Mobility (TIM) - Morreale Communications

Salary Range: $110,000.00-$125,000.00/annually, based on experience. 
Our team works remotely today, but is transitioning to a hybrid structure in 2024.

Morreale Communications is an award-winning woman-owned public relations firm with a specialty focus in transforming outcomes in the areas of Transportation, Infrastructure & Mobility (TIM), Health & Wellness, Energy & Utilities and Public Affairs. We are looking to fill this newly created position to drive and manage project strategies with an eye on measuring key outcomes for our clients in our TIM practice. This position will serve as a key member of the leadership team to help guide project success, contribute to our company culture, and support new business initiatives.

This position reports to executive leadership and manages the TIM team in the areas of strategic communications, policy, and public involvement techniques, creative branding and design, social and digital media and event management.

Responsibilities include developing innovative communications techniques that shape public policy, build consensus and guide a strategic growth plan for the company. This person should have management and team-building experience, including setting goals for employees, measuring employee success and facilitating a creative and productive atmosphere for employees to reach their maximum potential. In addition to staff management, this person is involved with high-level strategy and task implementation.

As a member of Morreale leadership, this person will be expected to attend industry events and on behalf of the firm. This could include being part of panel discussions and driving thought leadership initiatives. The AVP works closely with executive leadership to oversee the day-to-day operations of the TIM team to support growth and add value to overall strategy development for client projects.

Online job description and application are available here.

Facilities Division Manager (Engineering & Public Works) - Village of Schaumburg

STARTING SALARY RANGE:  $98,206.00 - $120,303.00 annually dependent on qualifications. The salary range for this position is $98,206.00 - $142,399.00.

 

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

 

APPLY HERE

JOB SUMMARY:  

This position administers the Facilities Division, supervises the work of Facilities Maintenance Division personnel, and manages the implementation of a variety of capital and operational projects related to village facilities, performs technical review of engineering and architectural designs, manages professional consulting agreements to provide project design and construction services, and is responsible for reviewing plans to ensure compliance with village standards. Develops short and medium-range goals for the division and participates in making and implementing budget recommendations; supervises village contracts under their areas of responsibility; directs operations for compliance with regulatory agency rules, regulations, and safety requirements; supervises and trains Foremen; responds to emergency conditions.  Assumes responsibility for maximizing customer service; promotes the positive image and policies of the department.  Work requires considerable professional judgment and initiative within the framework of established regulations and policies.

 

To succeed in this role, applicants will need to effectively and clearly communicate to a full range of people and demonstrate self-awareness and time management.  We are looking to add a team member 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.

Management & Program Analyst - Montana Legislative Audit Division - Helena, MT

For more information and to apply please visit: Montana Legislative Audit Division 

Management & Program Analyst, Associate or Senior - (23140612) 

We want inquisitive, analytical, and self-motivated people who are interested in effective and efficient government to join our team in Helena as a Management and Program Analyst at the Associate or *Senior level. Management and Program Analysts review and examine state government operations to determine whether programs are: 

•             Effectively achieving intended results,

•             Efficiently managing operations, and

•             Complying with related laws and regulations.

Assistant Deputy Chief Administrative Officer - Cook County Government

For more information please visit: LinkedIn

The Cook County Office of the Chief Administrative Officer is seeking an Assistant Deputy Chief Administrative Officer to join our team.

Cook County offers great benefits and the chance to participate in a strong tradition of public

service. Cook County is home to more than five million residents, roughly 45% of Illinois’ population. Cook County Government provides a range of vital services and programs that enhance the quality of life for residents across the region. These services range from health care to urban planning. Cook County is committed to empowering its employees to bring our constituents the best that public service has to offer.

Under the direction of the Chief Administrative Officer or designee, serves in an executive management capacity with direct participation in strategic planning and operations. Assists with the design, preparation, and implementation of policy and strategic planning, as well as operational planning in the areas of budget, technology, procurement, and other functions relative to the Bureau of Administration. Plans, coordinates, and supervises activities related to human resources management, hiring and labor/union policies, strategies, negotiations, and relations within the Bureau at-large. Coordinates, reviews, and approves Cook County Board agenda items related to the departments in the Bureau of Administration. Works directly with department heads to effectively coordinate approaches to problem solving. Coordinates special projects. While serving in a confidential advisory role, coordinates with department management, staff, and supervisory personnel to accomplish goals and objectives of the Bureau of Administration.

How do I apply?

Please submit a Cover letter and Resume to Shakmanexemptapplications@cookcountyil.gov.

When are Resumes due?

Until Filled.

SNAPSHOT OF COOK COUNTY:

· Cook County employs over 22,000 employees who work in a variety of skilled jobs and trades.

· Health Care – Cook County established the nation’s first blood bank in 1937. Cook County Hospital was the first to have a dedicated unit for trauma services. Today our healthcare system treats more cancer patients than any other provider in the metropolitan area.

· Technology – Cook County’s Bureau of Technology provides technology support to Cook County offices and employees, with its wide area network providing service to more than 120 municipalities.

· Courts – Cook County oversees one of the nation’s largest unified criminal and civil justice

system and administers the largest single jail site in the country.

· Highway – Cook County maintains almost 600 miles of roads and highways.

· Land – Cook County assesses the value of more than 1.5 million parcels of taxable land and collects and distributes tax funds as a service for local government taxing bodies.

· Safety – Cook County provides vital services to local government, from conducting elections in suburban areas to offering 911 services in unincorporated areas and municipalities.

 

Location:

Located in the Loop District of downtown Chicago, one of the most formidable business districts in the world, the area has an astounding number of cultural foundations, stunning parks such as Millennial Park and Maggie Daley Park, steps away from the Chicago Riverwalk, award-winning restaurants and plenty of shopping!

In addition, Chicago is serviced by multiple bus and train lines for public transportation from the suburbs to the city, taxis are plentiful, public parking garages for motorist, and bicycle share rentals and local bike lanes for bicyclist.

Benefits:

Cook County employees have access to a variety of benefits, including:

· Medical and Pharmacy Plans

· Dental Plans

· Vision Plan

· Flexible Spending Accounts – Health Care and Dependent Care

· Life Insurance – Group Term and Supplemental Life

· Commuter Benefits

· Pre-paid Legal Services

· Retirement Benefits

· Competitive Base Pay

General Overview

Under the direction of the Chief Administrative Officer or designee, serves in an executive management capacity with direct participation in strategic planning and operations. Assists with the design, preparation, and implementation of policy and strategic planning, as well as operational planning in the areas of budget, technology, procurement, and other functions relative to the Bureau of Administration. Plans, coordinates, and supervises activities related to human resources management, hiring and labor/union policies, strategies, negotiations, and relations within the Bureau at-large. Coordinates, reviews, and approves Cook County Board agenda items related to the departments in the Bureau of Administration. Works directly with department heads to effectively coordinate approaches to problem solving. Coordinates special projects. While serving in a confidential advisory role, coordinates with department management, staff, and supervisory personnel to accomplish goals and objectives of the Bureau of Administration.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Assists the Chief Administrative Officer in the development of policies, programs, and other administrative functions to ensure that County policies are enforced.

Oversees the preparation of the Operating and the Capital budgets in conjunction with the Bureau Chief, Deputy Bureau Chiefs, and applicable Department heads.

Make recommendations concerning inefficient procedures to rectify any existing or expected problems/concerns.

Provides technical assistance and serves as Bureau liaison to departmental managers and consultants involved in program planning and implementation.

Serves as liaison with the other County Bureaus in coordinating related activities and functions on behalf of the Bureau to evaluate effectiveness and assist in the implementation of administrative procedures and policy changes to standardize policies across departments.

Coordinates various special projects such as but not limited to, the Charitable Giving Campaign and the County’s Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the Cook County Government’s function and purpose. Knowledge of policies and procedures governing the County.

Ability to make policy recommendations.

Ability to develop, coordinate, and implement programmatic changes. Ability to use discretion in handling confidential information.

Possess the ability to institute problem solving techniques in diverse and sometimes emotional situation.

Ability to tactfully interact with Bureau Chiefs, Elected Officials, Superintendents, Division Heads, employees, department liaisons, and other county agencies in resolving issues of a sensitive nature.

Excellent writing skills and ability to clearly articulate written documents. Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

Skill in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of statistical and demographic data. Fundamental knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and other software applications.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree PLUS a minimum of three (3) years of professional work experience in a managerial or supervisory capacity OR, an equivalent combination of professional work experience, training, and education.

Preferred Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in Business; or Public Administration.

For more information please visit: LinkedIn

Management Analyst - City of Warrenville

Who: City of Warrenville, Illinois (Greater Chicago Area)

What: Responsible for organizing, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating administrative, technical and operational support activities of the Public Works department.

Job Duties

• Assists in developing operational plans; gathers, interprets, and prepares data for studies, reports, and recommendations. 
• Coordinates all areas of communication for the Public Works department. 
• Acts as the department safety coordinator conducting accident investigations, recommending procedures, practices and training, and monitoring compliance with federal and state law. 
• Conducts research and prepares studies, reports, and related information for decision making purposes; prepares proposals for programs, grants, services, and policies. 
• Oversees administration of grant programs including maintenance of files and completing required reporting. 
• Manages the work order system to streamline work assignments, ensure call out records are maintained and helps track labor hours. 
• Assists in selection and implementation of software to aid department in collecting and analyzing data to evaluate efficiency of the department practices and use of resources. 
• Provides professional management support to the Deputy Director and Supervisors.

Requirements

Regional Program Manager - After School All-Stars (Chicago, IL)

Who: After School All-Stars

What: ASAS is currently seeking a Regional Program Manager (RPM) to provide program leadership, operations, and training to ensure that the Midwest region offers high quality, impactful programs. The RPM will report to the Regional Program Director (RPD) and work closely with the national program and evaluation divisions to execute the regional strategy. General responsibilities include overall program strategy, training, continuous quality improvement, and support to the Midwest region as needed. This RPM may be located in either Chicago, Toledo, Columbus, or Cleveland.

Specific Responsibilities:

Management Analyst - Village of Lincolnwood (closes June 3)

Who: The Village of Lincolnwood, Illinois (12,590 – 2010 census) is a diverse home-rule municipality directly north of the City of Chicago consisting of 2.7 square miles, with a unique blend of residential, commercial, and manufacturing areas. The Village is seeking an individual to assist the Village Manager’s Office and Finance Department. Excellent oral/written communication skills and ability to exercise sound judgment is required. Desired traits and skills include patience, self-motivation, reliability, customer service, critical thinking, and problem-solving.

What: The Village of Lincolnwood is currently recruiting for a Management Analyst in the Village Manager’s Office.

This position serves under the direction of the Assistant Village Manager with some coordination with the Finance Director. The Management Analyst is responsible for acting as webmaster for the Village’s website and social media coordinator, Public, Educational, Government channel maintenance, upgrades, and programming, and provides support with workers’ compensation/general liability claims. The position is a member of the Information Technology and Safety Committees. Daily responsibilities include greeting members of the public, assisting with human resources, and acting as the Freedom of Information Act Officer as needed. The Management Analyst serves on the staff budget team and develops the Village Newsletter. The Management Analyst will perform special projects as assigned. To learn more about the position, please review the job description here.

Required Skills/Education/Experience:

The candidate’s education and experience shall include a Master's Degree in Public Administration and at least two years of relevant experience in Public Administration or a related field. The successful candidate will possess the following characteristics and abilities: excellent policy and procedure development experience, outstanding interpersonal skills that demonstrate personal integrity and respect, and a passion for public service.

School Business Manager - Chicago Public Schools (Chicago, IL)

Who:  School Business Manager - Chicago Public Schools (Chicago, IL).

What: Under the direction of the principal, establishes and maintains the financial internal reporting system and oversees the general management of all financial and business matters for a local school unit or a cluster of schools; and performs related duties as required. 

Manages the schools' budget, petty cash fund, and internal accounts; oversees the issuance of checks and verifies the deposit of the school's and students' monies; manages the school's use of discretionary and categorical funds and prepares fund transfers for the Department of Management and Budget as needed; reviews and expedites the processing of all school purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and purchasing contracts; directs the preparation of position opening and closing forms to expedite requests to increase or decrease the number of positions needed at the school; assists the principal in training and monitoring of school personnel assisting in the performance of financial activities for the school; assists internal, state, and all other authorized auditors during audits of the school's budget, petty cash, and internal accounts records; serves as a liaison on matters related to the school's financial activities between the school and Chicago Public Schools' organizational units, local school council members, and all other organizations.

Director, President's Award Program - UIC (Closes 7/23)

Who: The University of Illinois at Chicago - President’s Award Program (PAP) on the UIC campus

What: PAP is seeking a Director for administrative leadership in the implementation of the . This position supervises the recruitment of students from historically underrepresented groups, students from the State of Illinois counties with low rates of participation at the University of Illinois, and high-achieving dependent students from families with zero expected family contribution. The Director is responsible for managing an annual budget, the supervision of staff, overseeing compliance regulations, and creating and maintaining critical internal and external relationships to support/ensure student success. The Director reports to the Vice Provost, Academic Enrollment Services. Responsibilities include:

Temporary Management Fellow (Evanston)

Who: City Manager’s Office, Evanston, IL. This is anticiapted to be approximately a 6-month duration temporary assignment. 

What: Management Fellow Internship. Assists the City Manager’s Office managerial team with general operations by performing a variety of complex and specialized professional, financial, budgetary, and administrative duties requiring accuracy, proficiency and some independent judgment.  May assist with the coordination of service delivery requests, as well as undertaking special management and operational projects including, but not limited to assisting with department budget preparation. Will work with the management team and City Council members on a regular basis to facilitate information and service requests. 

Specific assignments will include all or some of the following: 

- Attends all City Council and applicable committee meetings and prepares Council Actions Report. 

- Completes special projects on behalf of the City Manager’s Office leadership (City Manager and Deputy City Manager). 

- Supports Community Engagement Division outreach efforts including creating monthly e-newsletters such as the LGBT and Employee e-newsletters. 

- Investigates and resolves complaints and issues raised by citizens to the City Manager and City Council. 

- Assists City departments and divisions on projects to evaluate programs and policies to determine efficiency and effectiveness; monitors and coordinates projects involving multiple departments. 

- Assists in the development of short and long-range plans; gathers, interprets, and prepares data for studies, reports and makes recommendations; coordinates activities with other departments and agencies as needed. 

- Researches and tracks legislative activity at all levels of government that has potential impact on the City’s business and its residents. Conducts analysis to determine the direct or indirect impact on City operations and assets, and assists management team in planning for changes. 

- Develops and maintains a series of effective, credible, personal and professional relationships with key members of national, state, regional and local executives and government entities, including regulatory agencies and membership associations. 

- Assists with budget preparation and in establishing City policies and guidelines for various municipal programs. 

- If the selected candidate is fluent in Spanish, outreach efforts will include creating the Spanish e-newsletter and updating the Spanish Facebook account, as well as serving as the City’s Latino Liaison. 

- Other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications: Minimum Requirements include: bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a substantially similar are from an accredited college or university. Must possess two or more years of progressively responsible administrative and analytical work experience. Work experience in government or non-profit sector is preferred. Must possess a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record. Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings for City Council meetings. 

Knowledge, skills and abilities: 

-Commitment to professional development, being active in professional organizations and keeping abreast of legislation and issues impacting local governments.

-Ability to be a strategic thinker and possess strong communications, customer service and management skills.

-Strong analytical skills necessary to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. 

-Thorough knowledge of basic office computer software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint; experience with municipal financial/accounting software preferred.  

-Ability to prepare work assignments, research issues, write summaries, letters and memorandum and reports using prescribed format and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction and style.

-Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors and to speak extemporaneously on a variety of subjects. 

-Ability to manage and efficiently deliver multiple and often complex projects, as well as, be creative, analytically and technically competent in government services. 

-Ability to be customer service oriented, and a team player, as well as the capability to work effectively with a diverse group of employees, citizens and stakeholder groups

Physical requirements of work: 

-Ability to work primarily in a sedentary position, occasionally using force to lift, carry or otherwise move objects normally found in an office setting. The employee is subject to inside environmental conditions, although occasionally may be required to visit field worksites to observe job performance, respond to and/or investigate situations.

-The employee must be able to respond to situations developing in the organization, some of which may be emergencies, requiring immediate attention, and allocation of resources. Situations may require ability to deal with emotional, non-rational or psychological situations. 

Benefits: $25-35/hour. 

Read the entire job posting and apply here. Job post closes 1/1/18. 

Senior Urban Planner / Designer - WSP|Parsons Brinckerhoff - NY, NY

Senior Urban Planner / Designer
WSP|PARSONS BRINCKERHOFF
New York, NY

About WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff

WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services consulting firms, provides services designed to transform the built environment and restore the natural one. The firm's expertise ranges from environmental remediation and urban planning, to engineering iconic buildings and designing sustainable transport networks, to developing the energy sources of the future and enabling new ways of extracting essential resources. Approximately 34,000 employees, including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors, program and construction management professionals, as well as various environmental experts, work for this dynamic organization in more than 500 offices across 40 countries worldwide.

WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff has an immediate need for a Senior Urban Planner/Designer to build the planning practice throughout the Northeast and at the national level. We are seeking a creative and dynamic team player with strong communications skills and an understanding of the issues that affect the City. The candidate will be responsible for a broad array of firm services that play a role in our Urban Strategies practices such as: planning, realm infrastructure, urban design, engineering, transportation, economic and market analysis, etc.

Responsibilities:

• Work with multi-disciplinary teams to implement complex design projects and support growing integrated Urban Strategies practice
• Manage all aspects of project delivery including client management, consultant management, financial management, and project planning and reporting management
• Business development – promote Urban Strategies practice internally within the corporation and externally to all manner of potential clients
• Provide creative report writing, assignment writing skills, and hand sketched and computer aided designs for projects
• Develop CAD/Illustrator/GIS for urban design and landscape architecture packages
• Provide meeting and table facilitation as part of community workshops
• Be available and able to travel nationally on a regular basis (usually 2 to 3 day segments)

Required Skills:

• Experience managing engineering, architecture and landscape architecture teams
• Understanding and experience with various aspects of project design including planning through final design, project budgets, administration, contracts and project management
• Ability to conduct business development successfully, generate new leads and create new partnerships with similar organizations
• Understanding of multiple disciplines ranging from engineering systems, market economics, zoning laws, and complete street and stormwater management design
• Experience in the design of transportation facilities and of public realm infrastructure projects
• Ability to work successfully within a corporate matrix environment; responsibilities include reporting to multiple bosses, managing junior design staff, and recruiting qualified design candidates
• Strong client management capabilities, communication skills, and ability to work in a team environment
• Proficiency in use of Adobe Creative Suite, (Photoshop, Illustrator, In Design), GIS, 2D-CAD, 3D rendering capabilities a plus
• Landscape architecture background a plus
• LEED Accredited Professional/AICP a plus

Education Requirements:
Graduate degree in urban planning, urban design, landscape architecture, architecture, and/or city planning (with design focus)
Fifteen (15) to Twenty (20) years of relevant work experience in urban design, landscape architecture and/or planning
Professional registration (e.g., ASLA, AICP) preferred.
EOE / Veteran/ Disability/ Gender (M-F)/Gender Identity/ Sexual Orientation

Please use the following URL to apply:
http://search0.smartsearchonline.com/pb/jobs/jobdetails.asp?reg=US¤t_page=1&site=int&city=&location=&job_type=&emp_status=®ion=&country=&k1=&k2=&k3=&k4=&k5=&k6=&k7=&k8=&salary_min=&co_num=&apply=yes&job_number=32726&pagename=process_jobsearchUS

Assistant Director - Programs Coming Home of Middlesex County, Inc.- New Brunswick, NJ

Assistant Director, Programs
Coming Home of Middlesex County, Inc.

New Brunswick, NJ

Job brief
Coming Home of Middlesex seeks a dynamic and mission-driven individual, with experience in the creation of affordable housing in New Jersey, to join our team. Our mission is to end homelessness in Middlesex County through the creation of partnerships and systems to match resources with particularized need.

Responsibilities

• Direct the Homes for Homeless Program which entails:
• searching for and acquiring properties with the potential to create affordable housing
• identifying possible sources of funding, both public and private, that may be available for the creation and sustainability of affordable housing
• assisting in the formation of a development team for the creation of supportive housing
• providing support to the development team (e.g. developer, service provider, property manager, municipality) to perfect applications for funding and other functions during and after construction/rehabilitation
• improving the program to enhance time-to-market activities, increase the quality of the final product, and reduce overall costs
• Develop additional programs to aid in the satisfaction of our mission in collaboration with associates and in consideration of available objective data
• Maintain, and continue to develop, our considerable network of stakeholders and collaborators
• Conduct outreach to community and stakeholders to educate on the matter of homelessness in the County and on barriers to housing
• Engage with landlords in the County to educate and negotiate arrangements for the housing of those experiencing homelessness
• Assist with branding and marketing of Coming Home through the website and other social media
• Use objective data on homelessness to inform and write applications for funding
• Perform any other duties assigned within your capabilities

Requirements

• Experience in the creation of affordable housing
• Full understanding of state and local sources of funding for affordable housing, including familiarity with all financial forms required by NJHMFA funding
• In depth knowledge of laws, rules and regulations regarding the creation of affordable housing
• Experience working with budgets, including the building of a capital stack and requisite state financing documents (e.g., HMFA Form 10)
• Experience with grant-writing
• Competency in all MS Office programs and relevant databases (data analytics, GIS, and online real estate databases preferred)
• Strong verbal and written communication along with exceptional presentation skills
• Well organized with excellent time management skills
• Valid real estate agent/broker license preferred
• Prior work in homelessness, urban planning and development, or real estate finance preferred
• Bachelor's degree; Masters preferred

Salary commensurate with experience

Salary range: 40,000 - 45,000

Manager, ULI North Texas - The Urban Land Institute - Dallas, TX

Manager, ULI North Texas
The Urban Land Institute
Dallas, TX

Experience: 5-7 years

ULI–the Urban Land Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit research and education organization supported by its members. Founded in 1936, the Institute has more than 38,000 members worldwide representing the entire spectrum of land use and real estate development disciplines, working in private enterprise and public service. As the preeminent, multidisciplinary real estate forum, ULI facilitates the open exchange of ideas, information, and experience among local, national, and international industry leaders and policy makers dedicated to creating better places. The mission of ULI is to provide leadership in the responsible use of land and in creating and sustaining thriving communities worldwide.

ULI’s organizational structure includes district councils that cover specific regional areas.

ULI North Texas carries forth the mission by serving the North Texas metropolitan area’s public and private sectors with pragmatic land use expertise and education. Our 800 members form a spectrum of land use and development disciplines, including developers, builders, investors, designers, public officials, planners, real estate brokers, attorneys, engineers, lenders, academics, and students.

The Opportunity

The Manager, reporting to the Executive Director, helps run the programs and operations of the district council. The Manager will be the lead on several ULI North Texas programs, including UrbanPlan, ULI North Texas Next, the Women’s Leadership Initiative, and the Regional Leadership Institute (RLI). This includes the oversight, implementation, communication, and marketing of programs. For more information on the district council’s programs, please visit: http://northtexas.uli.org/get-involved.

The Manager will also participate in other aspects of the district council’s work program. This may include writing proposals for and administering grants; sponsorship and membership committee support; event planning; and other programs and initiatives. The incumbent will maintain frequent interactions with ULI North Texas volunteer members and provide courteous customer service. The Manager will develop and maintain relationships with local nonprofits, public agencies, community leaders, and other industry professionals.

For additional details on ULI and a full job description, please visit www.uli.org.

Requirements:

• 5-7 years of related experience (e.g., real estate, urban planning, public policy; experience in education, nonprofit management, or event planning may substitute).
• BA required, MA desirable.
• Demonstrated high degree of initiative and project management; able to manage several projects at once and to meet frequent deadlines.
• Excellent professional oral and written communication and interpersonal skills to work with senior business and public sector executives. Meticulous attention to detail.
• Skilled in customary office software: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and social media.
• Ability to attend early-morning and evening events as needed; provide own transportation. 
• Ability to initiate tasks and assume responsibility for them, and to work with minimal supervision in a high-production position.
• Flexible and adaptable; ability to work cooperatively in a mission-driven team environment.
• Ability to build relationships with ULI members to encourage their commitment and contribution to programs and initiatives. Understanding of volunteer organizations.

To Apply:
Please submit your letter of interest and résumé to jobs@uli.org with “Manager, ULI North Texas” in the subject line. No phone calls, please. The Urban Land Institute is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.EOE/m/f/d/v.

Community Development Director-Village of Lake Zurich, IL

Community Development Director
Village of Lake Zurich, IL

Job Level Senior (8-10 years)
Salary Range Between $86,393 and $110,000 annually

Job Description
The Village of Lake Zurich has an immediate need for qualified candidates for the position of Community Development Director. The Community Development Director plans, directs, manages and oversees the activities and operation of the Community Development Department, including land use, long and short range planning, building codes, permit issuance, inspections, environmental review, and economic development.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Leads and supports Community Development Department functions including general planning/zoning and building services, including the supervision of five full-time and two to three part-time staff.
• Provides leadership and direction in the development of short and long range plans; gathers, interprets, and prepares data for studies, reports and recommendations; coordinates division activities with other departments and agencies as needed.
• Primary responsibility for bringing identified projects through the entire process including pre-planning, planning and zoning, permitting, inspections, and completion.
• Prepares studies and reports on community and economic development, housing and real estate property, housing, and related matters.
• Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules, and expedites workflow; studies and standardizes procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
• Reviews current trends and developments in the field of planning and construction, and prepares revisions to codes, ordinances and local regulations.
• Examines proposed plans for compliance with building codes and zoning regulations.
• Interprets and explains codes and regulations to developers, builders, contractors, homeowners, and other interested parties.
• Confers with contractors, engineers, and property owners regarding disapproved items in order to obtain plan changes necessary for approval.
• Approves proposed plans in accordance with the code and related regulations, works with developers to modify plans to work within existing codes.
• Keeps operational and plans examination records and makes verbal and written reports.
• Communicates official programs, policies and procedures to staff and the general public.
• Serves as liaison with local, state and federal officials, community interest groups, housing, commercial and industrial developers/providers.
• Resolves complex and sensitive customer service issues, either personally, by telephone or in writing. Maintains records and documents of customer service issues and resolutions.
• Staff liaison to the Planning and Zoning Commission.

EXPERIENCE
This position requires a bachelor’s or master's degree in urban planning, public administration or a related field and ten+ years of progressively responsible planning experience, including a minimum of two years of supervisory experience. Preference may be given to applicants with prior department director experience, AICP certification, and/or other relevant qualifications above the minimum. Candidates should have experience in areas of residential and commercial construction and redevelopment, code administration and compliance, including, but not limited to, plan review, permit issuance, building, plumbing and mechanical inspections and data management.

The Village of Lake Zurich complies with all federal and state laws regarding discrimination and equal employment opportunity.

Candidates should apply with resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to: Division of Human Resources, Village of Lake Zurich, 70 E. Main St., Lake Zurich, IL 60047

Contact Information
Fax 847-550-3785
Email hr@lakezurich.org
Website www.lakezurich.org

Strategic Development Director - NeighborWorks Affiliates - Huntington, IN

Strategic Development Director
NeighborWorks Affiliates

Huntington, IN

Job Description:
The Strategic Development Director provides leadership, strategic direction, oversight, and coordination of efforts to further the development of all local, non-government philanthropic resources. This includes the engagement and retention of current and prospective donors, grant funders, and volunteers as well as researching and creating innovative strategies for enhancing other non-traditional resource development channels. The Strategic Development Director must be a relationship-builder who is able to adapt his or her communication style to work effectively with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders including the CEO, Board of Directors and other members of the senior leadership team, as well as a diverse set of supporters and stakeholders from the broader communities we serve.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in business, public affairs or related field and/ or Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) credential.
• Three to five years' experience in the non-profit sector with a focus on fundraising, volunteer engagement, or other resource development methods.
• Three to five years' demonstrated leadership and management experience.
• Strong verbal, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to organize, prioritize work, and perform duties with little direction.
• Strong computer skills in multiple office and productivity programs

Application deadline: May 31, 2016

City Administrator - City of Minonk, IL

City Administrator
City of Minonk, IL

The City of Minonk (Pop. 2,077) is a traditional agricultural community located in central Illinois on the I-39 Corridor near Bloomington/Normal and Peoria with a total budget of $2.5M and eleven full-time employees in public works, police, ambulance, and administration. See cityof minonk.com.

Applicant must be personable with strong management skills and have proven ability to adhere to the budget, meet daily project goals, and develop long-term planning strategies. Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, urban planning or related field (Master’s preferred) with progressive municipal administration, budget, planning, or public works experience desired. Residency inside the city limits of Minonk required within (6) months of hiring date. Salary $65K – $80K DOQ + benefits. EOE.

Send Email with: A) Cover Letter — interest, applicable skills, salary expectations, available start date, and likely relocation plans; and B) Resume — Include: titles and dates of previous employment, responsibilities, accomplishments, and salaries, plus: population, number of employees, and size of budget of any previous local government positions; and C) References — from 3 or more supervisors with title, organization, and phone number; to: artosten@sbcglobal.net c/o Public Administration Associates, LLC; Art Osten, Jr., Associate; 905 Pleasant Street; Fox River Grove, IL 60021 by March 28, 2016. Questions accepted via email or 847/910-9057.

Manager, Capital Projects - Ventura County, CA

Program Manager-Capital Projects

Ventura County Transportation Commission
Ventura, CA

Salary: $70,132 - $104,069

Ventura County Transportation Commission seeks a Program Manager – Capital Projects, to plan and manage Capital Improvement engineering functions. Incumbent plans, organizes, coordinates, and manages roadway and highway improvement projects; manages the design and construction of Agency projects; performs a variety of transportation-related engineering tasks, which may include supervision of professional staff and engineering consultants, coordination with California Department of Transportation (Caltrans); and does related work as required. This position exercises independent judgment and discretion in formulating, managing, and controlling engineering and project management functions and in strategic planning.

Typical and Important Duties:
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plans, prioritizes, directs, and supervises the work of staff, project teams or consultants engaged in a variety of roadway/highway construction projects from early planning stages through final construction and acceptance; performs administrative work in the preparation and control of project budgets and funding recommendations; administers project development contracts including approving contractor and consultant pay requests;
• Conducts consultant selection processes, bid process for engineering services, environmental studies and related work;
• Coordinates activities with the State Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and other regulatory agencies;
• Monitors and tracks financial aspects of roadway/highway construction projects, including administration of state and federal grants; prepares reports and makes recommendations to agency management; assists in the acquisition of land, easements, and rights of way; meets with California Department of transportation (Caltrans), contractors, consultants, groups and citizens; recommends and assists management in the implementation of goals, objectives, policies and procedures; establishes schedules and methods for completing assignments; identifies resource needs and reviews needs with management staff; allocates resources accordingly;
• Oversees federal and/or State environmental requirements (NEPA/CEQA);
• Provides responsible technical and administrative support for transportation-related engineering issues.
• Monitors, prepares, maintains, and submits, as appropriate, a variety of forms, claims, and reports to local, state, and federal agencies.
• Represents the Agency in meetings with other governmental agencies; makes presentations before commissions, boards, professional organizations, business organizations, community organizations, and the general public.
• Prepares comprehensive reports, correspondence and presentations.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

The Ideal Candidate:
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:

Experience: Five years of progressively more responsible professional-level transportation-related engineering experience, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity.

Training: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with major coursework in civil engineering, business administration, public administration, social services, political science, public policy, environmental studies, transportation or urban planning, or a related field. Possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California is required.

Knowledge of:

• Standard design and construction standards and practices for highway, rail, and building projects.
• Standard construction specifications for public works projects.
• Civil engineering design practices.
• Public works construction practices.
• Applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations, including the public contract code and application of the California Public Utilities Commission regulations.
• Federal and State environmental regulations, NEPA/CEQA.
• Report preparation and record keeping techniques.
• Governmental procurement and contracts management requirements.
• Modern administrative and management principles, procedures, and techniques.
• Business letter writing and the standard format for reports and correspondence.
• Accounting principles and practices.
• Budget preparation and management.
• Organization and function of local, state, and federal public agencies as they relate to transportation issues.
• Meeting noticing and agenda setting requirements for public meetings.
• Financial, analytical, statistical, and mathematical methods and procedures.
• Records management principles and practices.
• Public record acts and Roberts Rules of Order for legislative bodies.

Ability To:

• Manage large and complex engineering projects.
• Plan, organize, and supervise the work of staff and consultants.
• Ensure project compliance with appropriate federal, state, and local rules, laws, and regulations.
• Analyze difficult problems, develop a positive course of action, and follow through on its implementation.
• Demonstrate sound professional judgment, reason logically, and think creatively.
• Communicate effectively in writing, orally, and with others to assimilate, understand, and convey information, in a manner consistent with job functions.
• Prepare detailed reports, plans, and specifications, policies, procedures, correspondence, and complete reliable studies and research as needed.
• Make effective public presentations.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Represent the Agency effectively in contacts with elected and other officials, representatives of other agencies, and the public, occasionally in situations where relations may be difficult or strained.
• Organize own work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments with a minimum of direction.
• Work in a safe manner modeling correct Agency safety practices and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
• Use initiative, discretion, and sound independent judgment within policy and procedural guidelines.

Skill In:
Using a personal computer and associated applications, such as transportation-related and engineering applications.

Licenses and Certificates:

• All licenses and certificates must be maintained as a condition of employment.
• A valid Certificate of Registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.
• A valid appropriate California driver’s license may be required.
• Maintain a satisfactory driving record.

How to Apply

To apply for this excellent opportunity, candidates must apply online and submit a cover letter and resume through CalOpps by 5:00pm PST on Friday, February 19, 2016. Candidates can access the CalOpps online applicaton at https://www.calopps.org/profile_agency.cfm?id=74. There will be an opportunity to cut and paste, or attach your resume and cover letter during the application process. For more information about VCTC, visit http://www.goventura.org/.

Only those candidates that submit a VCTC application, cover letter, and resume will be reviewed. Cover letters should address experience and qualifications, your career goals, as well as your specific interest in the transit field and this specific position. After the final filing date, applications, cover letters and resumes will be reviewed and the most qualified candidates will be invited for an interview.

About VCTC

The Ventura County Transportation Commission (VCTC) is a regional transportation planning agency committed to keeping Ventura County moving! If you drive, take transit, bike or walk in Ventura County, chances are, the VCTC has helped you do it. By working in close partnership with each of the cities and the County, the VCTC is ever mindful of maintaining the character of Ventura County while prioritizing transportation investments.

HOW TO APPLY
https://www.calopps.org/profile_agency.cfm?id=74

Posted01/29/2016

Websitehttp://www.goventura.org