Planning Manager, Decatur, IL

Title: Planning Manager, City of Decatur

Type: Full-time

Location: Joliet, IL

Pay: $90,000.00 - $116,000.00 Annually

 

The City of Decatur is seeking a forward-thinking, strategic, and experienced Planning Manager to guide the city's growth, enhance its built environment, and lead a talented planning team. In this high-impact leadership role, you'll oversee zoning and land use policy, help shape the City's Comprehensive Plan, and lead long-range initiatives in urban design, transportation, and redevelopment.

If you’re ready to drive real change and build a community that’s more connected, equitable, and sustainable, this is your chance to lead with purpose.

We support our employees with a strong package that includes:

Competitive Benefits: 14.5 paid holidays per year (including 2 employee-selected days), comprehensive health coverage, an excellent pension plan, paid vacation, and sick leave.

Relocation Assistance: Financial support to help cover moving expenses for qualified candidates.

Dedicated Health Center: Free check-ups, chronic condition management, immunizations, bloodwork, and many free prescriptions for employees and their dependents.

Tuition Reimbursement: Funding available for continuing education and professional development.

Apply here.

Customer Success Manager - IMPLAN - Huntersville, NC

For more information please visit: IMPLAN 

CUSTOMER SUCCESS MANAGER

Location: Huntersville, NC | Department: Customer Success & Education Services | Type: Full Time

Job Description

We are currently looking for a Customer Success Manager (CSM) with a passion for providing hands-on software and economic analysis support to clients. IMPLAN has a team of CSMs that are individually assigned clients and who personally serve as their primary support resource. CSMs play a pivotal role in ensuring clients’ success and satisfaction with IMPLAN as both a product and a company on a daily basis. This person is expected to deliver customer outcomes by developing a clear adoption and retention strategy for the clients in the verticals assigned to them.

Manager - Metropolitan Planning Council - Chicago, Illinois

For more information and to apply please visit: Metropolitan Planning Council 

Department: Land Use & Planning

Employment Type: Full-Time

The Position:

MPC is hiring a full time Manager to support our thriving communities and equitable infrastructure portfolios. This role will enrich existing water resource planning initiatives and relationships, manage technical assistance partnerships, and contribute to aligning existing and new lines of work that drive sustainable infrastructure policies and investment, accessible and affordable housing, and healthy and resilient neighborhoods.  The manager convenes project teams and working groups, executes on project deliverables, sets and manages deadlines, tracks outcomes and identifies when work needs to change or move in a different direction.

Manager of Children's Savings Initiatives, Office of the Illinois State Treasurer

Job Title:         Manager of Children’s Savings Initiatives

Division:          Financial Products 

Location:        Springfield or Chicago, Illinois

Salary:            Commensurate with experience   

Overview:  The Manager is responsible for implementing initiatives to increase the number and diversity of families saving for college through the Illinois 529 College Savings plans, including the administration of Illinois’ children’s savings account programs (Higher Education Savings Program). The manager will work closely with the Director of College Savings. Responsibilities include coordination with external program administrators and partners, coordination with research partners, outreach to families and local partner organizations, enrollment data management and analysis, and other duties as assigned. Attendance is an essential function of this position.

 Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement and manage the children's savings account program, including the quarterly enrollment of eligible children.
• Test, develop, and implement targeted savings incentives through partnerships with external organizations for the purpose of increasing the number and diversity of families saving for college.
• Support and coordinate with local counties, school districts, cities, and other partners implementing local children’s savings programs.
• Compile, analyze, and disseminate program enrollment and participant diversity data. Produce regular reports and presentations on program performance for internal and external audiences.
• Educate staff and the general public on children’s savings account programs, legislation, best-practices, trends and other relevant news. Develop efforts to promote college savings and children’s savings initiatives to families and communities throughout Illinois.
• Assist the Director of College Savings Programs with program evaluation, compliance issues, program marketing activities, and adherence to applicable rules and regulations, including contractual, regulatory, and statutory requirements.
• Coordinate with program partners and contractors on the administration of the program and ensure compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
• Assist with internal reviews of all external auditing reports received and drafting and implementing internal policies and procedures.
• Serve as the point person for program-related constituent inquiries and coordinate meetings with constituents, partner organizations, and others as necessary.

Specific Skills:

• Exemplary written and oral communication skills, bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Strong program evaluation and data analysis skills.
• Ability to lead multiple projects concurrently through to completion.
• Ability to maintain satisfactory working relationships and communicate effectively with all levels of staff and the public.

Education and Work Experience: Bachelor’s degree in public policy, business administration, finance, marketing or any related field; two (2) or more years of experience in a project management role, OR any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to carry out the duties of the position.

Application Process:  Please visit https://illinoisstatetreasurer.applytojob.com/apply to apply by completing the online application, upload a resume and letter of interest.

Mobility Justice Manager, The Equiticity Racial Equity Movement

Who: Equiticity

Position Description

The Mobility Justice Manager will be responsible for leading two major initiatives:

• Advancing “The Go Hub: A Mobility Community Center” in the North Lawndale neighborhood on the Westside of Chicago. The Go Hub is a space where neighborhood residents can create community around mobility justice, connecting, in a culturally and contextually relevant way, to both the “hardware” and “software” designed to increase mobility in predominantly Black and Brown neighborhoods. The Go Hub hardware includes transportation infrastructure, shared vehicles, micromobiity devices, placemaking, Tactical Urbanism, and other emerging mobility technologies. The Go Hub software includes community mobility rituals, such as weekly community bicycle rides and neighborhood walking and scooter tours. Access is intended to be racially equitable, fair, and just, as well as affordable, convenient, and safe. The goal of the Associate is to position Equiticity to execute The Go Hub. As a result of the Associate’s planning work, partnership development, community engagement, program implementation, and the related tactical neighborhood work in North Lawndale, they will be laying the groundwork to initiate both software and hardware elements of The Go Hub that can be accomplished in the short term, with limited resources.

• Supporting Equiticity’s participation in the Transportation Equity Network (TEN), a coalition of community groups, advocates, civic organizations, and other partners that seek to advance mobility justice in the Chicago region. TEN is supported by both philanthropic grants and contracts with public agencies that are striving to better include equity within their work. Equiticity serves as a co-chair of TEN and is highly engaged in each of its activities.

In addition, the Manager will be asked to support Equiticity’s work in other ways based on opportunities and challenges as they occur, as directed by its Board of Directors.

The Manager will report to Equiticity’s leadership and Board of Directors. Fiscal sponsorship of this position is provided by the Black United Fund of Illinois (BUFI), and the Manager will formally be an employee of BUFI. This is a full-time position, and the Manager will receive benefits through BUFI.

The Manager will also interact closely with the Center for Neighborhood Technology (CNT), who serves as the facilitator and lead fundraiser for TEN. The Manager should expect to work with CNT’s Director of Transportation Equity (Heidy Persaud) on a day-to-day basis and frequently interact with CNT’s Vice President of Government Affairs (Jacky Grimshaw) as well.

The Manager is expected to be receive a salary of approximately $65,000 annually, although this estimate is flexible based on experience.

Responsibilities

For the Go Hub, the Manager will be expected to implement initial programming, including:

• Enroll 100 community members in The Go Hub inaugural cohort.

• Seek formal support for The Go Hub from the City of Chicago, other government entities, local businesses, and other organizations.

• Host frequent Community Mobility Rituals (CMRs) to engage people directly in a series of walking and bicycling tours in Chicago’s neighborhoods and parks. Organize at least weekly neighborhood walking tours and monthly community bike rides.

• Create an Asset Based Community Development map of North Lawndale, through a comprehensive community partnership model.

• Contribute to neighborhood and market racial equity analyses.

• Find a partner to help implement a workforce development and training programs, including bicycle mechanics, e-bike and scooter systems repair, bicycle manufacturing, community ride marshalling, and urban delivery.

• Execute other program development, asset-based community development and engagement, including active programming, such as youth bike teams, adult bicycle clubs, and a variety of mobility-related classes.

• Overall, create community power building necessary to develop a neighborhood-based, mobility justice advocacy coalition.

For TEN, the Manager will be expected to:

• Assist other co-chairs of TEN to organize group meetings and support the operations of the full TEN group.

• Participate in contracts between TEN and public agencies, representing the racial equity priorities of Equiticity.

• In external communications, speak on behalf of TEN, demonstrate the value of the TEN approach, and assist in pursuing new funding for TEN.

• Coordinate closely with CNT on each of these activities.

To more broadly support Equiticity, the Manager will be expected to:

• Implement an advocacy campaign to finalize Equiticity’s Racial Equity Statement of Principle, with broad engagement from individuals and organizations.

• Respond to opportunities to advance Equiticity’s mission as identified by the Equiticity Board of Directors or the Associate themselves.

Qualifications

The Manager is expected to have the following qualifications and skills:

• Commitment to mobility justice and racial equity, and past experience working on these and similar topics.

• Ability and willingness to proactively and independently advance the goals of Equiticity as described above.

• Familiarity with and ideally existing connections in the North Lawndale community, and the Chicago region more broadly.

• Demonstration of the above through a combination of professional, educational, or volunteer experience.

• Strong skills in communication, community engagement, and community organizing.

• No specific educational requirements or years of experience are required for this position. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree are preferred, but lived experience that qualifies the candidate for this position will be considered as well.

• Prior experience required.

How to Apply

The Center for Neighborhood Technology (CNT) will be assisting Equiticity with this hire. Please email a cover letter and resume, specifying your interest in the Mobility Justice Manager position, by September 10, 2021 to:

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.

Intern & Co-op Student Programs Manager, Northern Trust Corporation (Chicago, Illinois)

Who: Intern & Co-op Student Programs Manager, Northern Trust Corporation.
Join Northern Trust’s exciting College & University Programs team to help recruit top talent to a leading global financial services firm. We are looking for an Intern & Co-op Student Programs Manager who has direct responsibility for the North America intern program and high school co-op student programs, and serves as the global intern program subject matter expert, helping to build a diverse talent pipeline across the company. This is a highly visible role working with Northern Trust managers, Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, and intern candidates.

What: The role includes program planning and execution, candidate sourcing and campus relationship management, and marketing the Northern Trust brand through presentations to students and key stakeholders. Specific responsibilities include:

Planning Department Manager - T.Y. Lin International - Chicago, IL

Planning Department Manager
T.Y. Lin International

Chicago, IL

The Planning Department Manager will oversee the Planning Department; direct and/or participate in all stages of plan development including analysis, presentations, public participation, client meetings, policy and best practice research; develop and maintain client relationships; and identify and assist with marketing efforts.

Responsibilities: Oversight and management of the Planning Department. This includes both in-house personnel as well as those working off site.

• Establish an over-arching department marketing plan, identifying TYLIs current position in various market sectors, a strategy to maintain and grow within current market sectors, identification of target market sectors, evaluation and identification of current group skills and strengths, and identification of additional skills and/or personnel needed to continue growth in current market sectors and to pursue target markets.
• Coordination of marketing efforts with the Regional Director, Operations Manager, department managers, other key leadership, and marketing group.
• Develop and maintain existing Client relationships. Identify and develop Client relationships for targeted market sectors.
• Serve as Project Manager, Lead Planner, and/or other project roles as necessary.
• In coordination with the marketing department, prepare the technical portion of proposals.
• Assign planning staff to on-going project roles and project pursuits. Identify needed support from other departments or provide support to other departments. Coordinate these efforts with the department heads.
• Identify project staff for project pursuits, including all disciplines/roles necessary for the project. Coordinate with the appropriate departments.
• Assure that Quality Assurance/Quality Control is being performed on every project in accordance with TYLI Corporate, Line of Business, Central Region, and project specific policies.
• Serve as technical resource to project, department, and office staff. Address technical questions/issues.
• Review, or oversee review, of work performed by the department including technical and project management tasks. Coordinate with other departments and/or senior staff to assist in reviews, as needed.
• Develop project and department staffing projections on a monthly basis, at a minimum. Make assignments to department staff. Monitor workloads and assignments to maintain utilization rates of staff.
• Perform and/or assist in client negotiations regarding project scopes of work, fees, and contract terms.
• Monitor project budgets and schedules. Prepare financial forecasts for projects in accordance with company policy.
• Coordinate with Project Accountant on project set-up, monitoring, progress reports, re-budgeting, supplements, subconsultant agreements, insurance requirements, accounts receivable, and invoicing.
• Assist with identification, interviewing, and hiring of planning personnel.
• Coach/mentor/train planning staff. Develop staff for advancing in their careers. Identify opportunities and make appropriate recommendations for advanced project roles of deserving staff.
• Perform or assign annual employee reviews. Coordinate with other departments for input on planning staff. Make recommendations for promotions and salary increases.
• Identify and recommend resource needs (hardware/software, library materials, etc.), as well as training opportunities.

Qualifications: A Master’s degree in Urban Planning is preferred with 15 or more year’s municipal transportation and environmental planning experience. Must have a broad knowledge base in urban planning with a transportation focus, including GIS and comprehensive transportation and land use planning, and specific knowledge in complete streets, bicycle and pedestrian planning. AICP certification required. Experienced in traffic impact studies, parking studies, and transportation projects that include public transportation and non-motorized transportation elements. Strong writing abilities and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, and time management skills are required.

TYLI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage Minorities, Women, Disabled and Veterans to apply.

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Economic Development Program Manager- (CMMC) -Cook County, IL

Economic Development Program Manager-Chicago Metro Metal Consortium (CMMC)

Office of the President of Cook County, IL 

Chicago, IL
Requisition ID: 00119259

Job Posting: May 26, 2016, 9:33:12 AM
Closing Date: Jun 8, 2016, 11:59:00 PM Full-time A.M. P.M.
Posting Salary: $2,839.92 Biweekly

Organization: Offices Under the President

Job Summary
Under the direction of the Bureau Chief their designee, manages all aspects of the Chicago Metro Metal Consortium (CMMC) from initiation through closeout. Provides oversight and technical assistance to stakeholders, partners, members and businesses. Ensures the program fulfills applicable requirements and regulations. Troubleshoots projects, facilitates required project reviews and manages the documentation process for implementing, executing, closing and funding of County CMMC programs. Develops and implements operating policies and procedures to ensure the effectiveness of CMMC programs. Explores alternative resources to fund CMMC initiatives and responds to funding opportunities as needed. Promotes economic and community development through the development, management and use of CMMC initiatives. Performs other duties as assigned.

This is a grant funded position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree. (Must provide original college/university transcript at time of interview)*
• Six (6) years of full-time work experience in program management in the areas of community or real estate development; or financing; or economic development is required.
• Valid driver's license and proof of insurance is required. (Must provide proof at time of interview)
• Preferred Qualifications
• Master’s Degree in Business, Real Estate, Urban Planning, Public Policy, Public Administration or Finance.
• One year of previous work experience with Chicago Metro Metal Consortium (CMMC).
• One year of previous experience in the development and implementation of grant funded procedures. 
• Familiarity with issues facing manufacturers and some understanding of the manufacturing process (particularly related to machines and metal fabrication).

*Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States’ territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
Knowledge of economic development programs, tools, and trends related to cluster-based economic development strategies and workforce development. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Skill designing and launching new programs, engaging stakeholders and building internal organizational capacity. Skill communicating in both written and verbal formats to department heads as well as external agencies. Skill executing project management concepts including managing and monitoring scope, schedule and budget. Ability to effectively manage multiple assignments/projects with overlapping deadlines. Ability to analyze data. Ability to maintain confidential data and records. Ability to analyze and provide a summary of program progress to the appropriate authorities for approval.

The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE
When applying for employment with Cook County Government, preference is given in the application process to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for more than 180 consecutive days, or during War Time. To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:
MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION.
IDENTIFY THEMSELVES AS A VETERAN ON THEIR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION BY ANSWERING YES TO THE QUESTION “Are you a military veteran?”
ATTACH A COPY OF THEIR DD 214, DD215 or NGB 22 (NOTICE OF SEPARATION) AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING. IF YOU HAVE MULTIPLE DD 214S, 215S, OR NGB 22S, PLEASE SUBMIT THE ONE WITH THE LATEST DATE. COAST GUARD MUST SUBMIT A CERTIFIED COPY OF THE MILITARY SEPARATION FROM EITHER THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (BEFORE 911) OR THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (AFTER 911).
VETERAN MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.

Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) 

For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link:
http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

COOK COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Director of Strategy and Analytics - New York City Dept.of Small Business Services

Director of Strategy and Analytics
The NYC Department of Small Business Services

New York, NY

The Division of Economic and Financial Opportunity (DEFO or Division) is committed to encouraging a competitive and diverse New York City business environment by promoting the growth and success of small businesses, with special emphasis on historically underserved groups, and ensuring their meaningful participation in the government procurement process.

DEFO is seeking a Director of Strategy and Analytics to supervise data and program analysts, and manage DEFO's datasets, analysis and reporting. In addition, the Director will support senior managers of the Division in implementing strategic projects, including the citywide M/WBE Disparity Study. This position will report to the Executive Director of Strategy and Analytics.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Performance and compliance reporting
• Manage production of quarterly M/WBE Program reports and agency performance analysis as mandated by relevant laws, in collaboration with the Mayor's Office of Contract Services (MOCS).
• Manage Division's submissions for the Mayor's Management Report (MMR).
• Support program leaders with producing compliance, performance and productivity reports.
• Coordinate internal and external data requests and analysis.
• Data management
• Ensure integrity of data generated internally in the Division and collected from outside sources.
• Oversee exports of contact data from the City Financial Management System (FMS), through collaboration with MOCS and NYC Financial Information Services Agency (FISA).
• Manage M/WBE data validation and reconciliation for the Division's certification management system (Ctrack-1), the Online Directory of certified firms, CRM on Demand and the FMS.
• Strategic analysis
• Support senior agency and other City leaders in managing the consultant conducting the citywide M/WBE Disparity Study.
• Coordinate strategic and operating planning for the Division's units, and assist program leaders in setting goals and developing new programming and initiatives
• Manage goal setting for the Division's metrics in the MMR.
• Assist with special projects as needed.
• Communications
• Serve as liaison between Division and agency's Communications unit, including coordinating with Marketing unit
• Collaborate to develop content for reports, talking points, press releases, and public hearing testimony

Preferred Skills:

• At least three years of satisfactory professional experience in a research and / or analytical role;
• Experience in managing staff;
• Advanced degree (MPA / MBA with a policy focus preferred);
• Intermediate skills in MS Excel (e.g. pivot tables, VLOOKUP function, descriptive statistics);
• Proficiency in MS Access (creating queries);
• Familiarity with SPSS, SAS, R or other statistical analysis software;
• Experience in creating presentations of analytical findings and calculations in MS Power Point;
• Experience with identifying, analyzing and interpreting data trends, and preparing reports;
• Well-developed ability to distil complex information into its essential components and concepts;
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and prioritizing assignments;
• Outstanding writing, presentation, and communications skills; ability to communicate efficiently and comfortably with executive staff;
• Excellent project management skills including planning, implementation and follow-through;
• Familiarity with New York City's procurement process is a plus.

Qualifications:
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in one or more of the following fields: business administration, marketing, public relations, journalism, law, public market operations, government contracting, urban planning, finance or grant administration, at least 18 months of which must have been in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity or in supervising personnel performing professional duties in one or more of the fields noted above; or

2. Education and/or experience equivalent to that described in "1" above. However all candidates must have the 18 months of supervisory, administrative, managerial or executive experience as described in "1" above.

How to apply
To apply for this position, please email your resume and cover letter including the following subject line: Director of Strategy and Analyticsto: careers@sbs.nyc.gov

City Employees: Apply through Employee Self Service (ESS) at www.nyc.gov/ess search for Job ID # 234863

All Other Applicants: Go to www.nyc.gov/careers search by agency Small Business Services and search for Job ID # 234863

Salary range for this position is: $65,000-$72,000 per year.

NOTE: Only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.
NYC residency is required within 90 days of appointment (does not apply to all positions)
If you do not have access to email, mail your cover letter & resume to:
NYC Department of Small Business Services
Human Resources Unit
110 William Street
New York, New York 10038

Manager of Comprehensive Planning and Design - Rockford, IL

Manager of Comprehensive Planning and Design
City of Rockford
Rockford, IL

Job #66143
Job Level Mid II (4-8 years)
Salary Range $37.05-$51.13

NATURE OF WORK
Serving the public with planning, administrative and management of the administration and development of long range planning, design, neighborhood, housing and planning related services, in accordance with federal and state laws and city ordinances and policies.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES
Work involves managing the full range of urban planning functions including, planning, recommending, managing and evaluating long range planning efforts, community design initiatives, plan implementation, economic development, tax increment planning, housing development, property development, and planning related services through subordinate staff, to promote orderly development and redevelopment of the city. Work also includes considerable interaction and management of community partners to insure alignment in planning and development. The employee will manage planning consultants in the implementation and planning of the community. This employee will lead and engage the community in the planning process. This is a single position class. Supervision is exercised directly and through a line supervisor over a staff of professional, administrative and program support employees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (These essential duties are only illustrative.)
Directs the long range planning, development and redevelopment efforts, land use planning for adoption by the City of Rockford, preparation of comprehensive plan, neighborhood plans, corridor plans and other plans and elements and policies of the City.

Manages, trains, and evaluates staff engaged in providing planning, design, housing community engagement and related services and program activities including.

Manages staff engaged in preparing and maintaining the official comprehensive plan and official map for the City and surrounding area, sustainable growth plans and strategies, neighborhood redevelopment plans, infill development plans, strategic industrial plans, historic preservation plans and other plans as identified in the annual work program.

Evaluates policies, prepares plans, special reports and recommendations regarding long range planning, housing, neighborhood growth and related issues and proposals; confers with other departments on these issues and proposals; develops alternatives and presents reports and recommendations to the Mayor and Council, and implements actions as directed.

Manages, trains and evaluates professional staff engaged in researching and developing comprehensive planning, neighborhood planning, TIF planning, business planning, focus areas and other special planning programs

Consults and coordinates with other departments for infrastructure planning and development as part of the Cities comprehensive planning and implementation efforts.

Reviews and conducts research on complex planning matters; interprets laws and ordinances regarding nest practice planning efforts.

Manages and researches growth patterns, calculates population projections and analyze census data to supervise long range growth.

Defines specific objectives, annual goals, and progress benchmarks, and ensures program activities comply with City ordinances, rules and regulations.

Reviews and recommends appropriate changes in program operations and procedures; and prepares annual division budget; reviews and recommends staff training requests.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the general supervision of the Community and Economic Development Director. Work is performed according to extensive laws, ordinances, rules and regulations. Direction may come from the department head or higher level city officials on specific assignments. Work is reviewed through program checks and balances, and when it may involve substantive policy and procedural changes, major expenditures or with special projects being reviewed by the department director or other city officials. Work is reviewed annually for overall results achieved.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Exercises supervision over supervisory, professional, administrative and program support positions engaged in carrying out the various functions and requirements of their respective responsibilities. Supervisory responsibilities include assigning and evaluating work, resolving personnel problems, setting performance goals and standards, making hiring and disciplinary decisions, and performing other supervisory functions. This position is also responsible for the supervision and management of consultants.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work activities are primarily sedentary in nature, sitting at a desk operating a personal computer, although movement about the work area is by walking or by other means. (Travel?)

SUCCESS FACTORS (KSAs)
Thorough knowledge of the methods and techniques of urban planning.

Thorough knowledge of laws and regulations related to planning, including housing, economic development and growth patterns.

Considerable knowledge of political, social, and economic implications of planning.

Knowledge of the principles and methods of organization, management, and supervision.

Ability to prepare complex planning studies and to formulate substantive recommendations for planning standards and the development and evaluation of overall plans.

Ability to express ideas effectively, orally, and in writing; ability to interpret planning and zoning laws and administrative rules to other government officials and the public.

Ability to supervise and direct the work of others effectively.

Skill in the use and care of a personal computer, geographic information systems and other software.

EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Master’s degree in urban planning, public administration or related field, and at least 5 years of increasingly responsible planning and design administration, including demonstrated supervisory experience. Any satisfactory equivalent combination of experience and training which ensures the ability to perform the work may be substituted for the required experience.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid Illinois driver’s license.

AICP certification.

Residency requirement: Classified employees hired after January 1, 1984 may live anywhere in Winnebago County or anywhere within an area fifteen (15) miles from the Public Safety Building within six (6) months of their date of completion of probation. Employees hired prior to January 1, 1984 shall be subject to their conditions of employment in effect at that time.

Website www.rockfordil.gov

Director of Policy and Public Affairs - Chicago, IL

Director of Policy and Public Affairs
Metro Strategies, Inc.
Chicago, IL

This position is for a proven public affairs professional who can implement client projects on time and within budget, and oversee project staff.  The Director of Policy and Public Affairs must have the ability to provide strategic counsel to clients on all project matters and possess strong leadership skills. This person should also have long-standing connections in the suburban area and a deep understanding of suburban issues, policies and stakeholders. This is a senior level position. As a
senior level staff person, this position will also be expected to develop new business and identify new opportunities.

Key Duties:

• Manage and implement a variety of projects for the firm’s clients, ensuring deadlines are met, schedules followed and projects completed within budget
• Build and maintain strong regional and suburban relationships
• Develop high level project strategy with a thorough understanding of issues and stakeholders
• Research and develop policy recommendations and implementation tactics for clients, and oversee project implementation
• Create and manage issue advocacy campaigns
• Build and manage coalitions around client issues or projects
• Assist with the implementation of the firm’s business development plan
• Build and oversee the firm’s policy and public affairs division
• Oversee and coach team members
• Always ensure exceptional quality in all products and services, both personally and for all managed staff.

Required Skills:

• Excellence in project management
• Superior writing and communication skills
• Strategic thinking and knowledge of suburban issues, policy and stakeholders
• Ability to direct and manage staff
• Capable of anticipating issues and developing solutions
• Experience with infrastructure projects preferred
• Professionalism displayed at all times

Salary will be commensurate with experience. 

To Apply:
Send a cover letter, resume, references and supporting materials such as work or writing samples to:
kromano@metrostrategiesinc.com

About Metro Strategies, Inc.

Metro Strategies is a policy, planning and public affairs firm with public, private and nonprofit clients.  We provide project management, community outreach and public involvement, issue advocacy strategies, research and policy development, project planning, and grant writing services to a wide range of clients predominantly in the field of infrastructure and transportation.

Our core values of leadership, problem-solving, professionalism, personal and professional growth and balance are projected by each staff member and are brought to each and every engagement. We approach our projects through our client’s lens, becoming a vested partner in the project’s outcome and success. We are committed to advancing the mission and goals of our clients by providing unique approaches, strong project management skills, effective communication techniques, and best practice recommendations. We are continually learning and growing to stay on top of emerging ideas, issues and trends in order to provide new ideas and solutions to our clients.

We look for outstanding individuals to add to our team that project and exemplify our values and approach.

Community Development Program Manager - Washington, DC

Community Development Program Manager
Capitol Hill Housing 
Washington, D.C.

Job Summary:

The Community Development Program Manager, an employee of Capitol Hill Housing (CHH), will be tasked with creating an affiliated organization, with the majority of time spent managing the programs of the new organization.

Community Development Partners (CDP) is a soon-to-be-formed nonprofit organization, which will work to build community and further economic development in under resourced communities. CDP will be the administrator of a federal capacity building grant program. CDP will be a separate 501(c)(3) nonprofit, based in Seattle, working with King County communities. CHH is launching this new organization.

The Community Development Program Manager will play a key role in successfully launching CDP, manage the administration and compliance of a federal grant program, and provide support to recipient organizations. The Community Development Program Manager will help build and work directly with the CDP Board of Directors.

This position will also provide support to CHH's Sustainability and Planning team in implementing Capitol Hill EcoDistrict projects and assisting with communications and fundraising. Working with the CHH CEO, Director of Community Programs and External Relations Director, and the Sustainability and Planning team, this position will perform complex and technical work that includes planning, developing, communicating and implementing community development and sustainability programs within CHH and other neighborhoods in the Seattle area.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

We are looking for a dynamic candidate to fill a variety of roles. The ideal candidate will have a wide range of knowledge of community development strategies; skills in community building and establishing strong relationships; experience in managing federal grants and contracts, as well as experience in program development, implementation and contract management. Candidates should also have experience working with diverse populations and knowledge of the Seattle/King County community development environment. The position also includes business development/fundraising, communications/engagement and other duties as assigned by the Director of Community Programs and External Relations. The proportions of time included below are estimates and subject to change based on the needs of the organization.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PARTNERS (approximately 75%)

• Manage a capacity building grant process, including RFQ process, grant contracting, disbursement, and compliance with federal rules
• Prepare, monitor, track and administer capacity building grant contracts, performance and outcomes. Prepare reports as required. Hire and manage consultants and their budgets.
• Work with residents and key stakeholders to develop and implement neighborhood-driven plans for comprehensive revitalization. Develop outcome measurements and evaluation tools and processes to measure progress.
• Coordinate the 501(c)(3) formation of CDP, and the development of the Board of Directors.
• Work closely with neighborhood partners to provide programmatic and organizational development expertise, technical assistance, training and support. Support the community in various aspects such as: community organizing and community building strategies, development of work plans, group decision-making and consensus gathering, hiring and training community staff, organizational structure and development, and other capacity building activities and support as appropriate. Maintain an in‐depth knowledge of their organizational conditions, programs and projects.
• Identify, cultivate, and maintain partnerships and resources to support neighborhood efforts; manage complex public and public‐private partnerships. Actively participate in and facilitate meetings.
• Prepare and manage program budgets, in consultation with the Community Programs and External Relations Director and relevant team members.
• Raise additional resources for the program. Identify prospective funding opportunities and prepare funding proposals, applications, reports, presentations, and tours as required by funders and others.
• Administer grants made in support of CDP efforts and ensure that communication with funders is provided on time and in a professional manner.
• Support CDP's communications strategy, including shaping the brand, developing content for print materials and building CDP's online presence.
• Collaborate and coordinate with CHH colleagues regarding other technical assistance, programmatic and real estate investments in CDP target neighborhoods.
• Assume responsibility for special projects and other assignments, as needed.

SUSTAINABILITY AND PLANNING (approximately 25%)

• Develop and implement internal and external programs in collaboration with the Sustainability and Planning Team. Program categories include green building (internal and external), community development, and community engagement.
• Create marketing collateral, presentations, newsletters, and website updates to support EcoDistrict programs and initiatives.
• Assist in organizing events, ranging from regular small community meetings to larger annual gatherings.
• Develop and sustain strong collaborative relationships with private, nonprofit, and public sector entities to advance sustainability programs and initiatives, including the Capitol Hill EcoDistrict.
• Provide support to the EcoDistrict Steering Committee and ad hoc working groups.
• Support grant writing and sponsorship efforts.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree. Four years of relevant experience may be substituted for a Bachelor's degree.
• Three or more years of community development experience. Applicant must demonstrate a successful track record of developing and leading programs in community/economic development, community organizing and engagement, and human capital development. The candidate does not need to be an expert in each of these sectors. The successful candidate, however, should be familiar with each of them to assist in crafting strategies to integrate each into a comprehensive community development program and a willingness to build this knowledge over time and build partnerships to enhance gaps in expertise.
• Self‐directed, solution‐oriented, problem solver who takes initiative and is interested in helping to create systems and processes to support this position.
• Exceptional verbal and written communications skills to effectively collaborate with clients and colleagues, present information, and write cohesive reports for various audiences. This requires excellent research, writing, analytical, facilitation, project management, and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines, respond to reporting requirements in a timely fashion and prepare simple budgets.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Capable of embracing and promoting a culture of individual and shared trust and accountability – internally and externally. Ability to organize people into a team and motivate them to work intently and efficiently together. Commitment to an inclusive, community‐based, resident‐driven model of community planning and decision‐making.
• Flexibility and poise in dealing with a diverse range of individuals and organizations, including foundations, public agencies, corporate leaders, community development organizations and neighborhood residents.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly adapt to new economic, political, and social environments.
• A demonstrated interest in and commitment to the revitalization of low- and moderate‐income communities.
• Ability to work in a fast‐paced business environment with minimal supervision and capacity to simultaneously work on multiple tasks and projects and set priorities for a challenging workload.
• Capacity to learn and navigate new software required for specific program initiatives.
• Proficiency with social media and the Microsoft Office suite.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in urban planning or related field.
• Familiarity with/connection to Puget Sound-area community development sector and neighborhood groups.
• Experience managing federal grant contracts, such as CDBG or HUD Section 4.
• Broad knowledge and passion for urban issues, green building and sustainability.
• Some page layout/design experience is helpful; HTML/WordPress skills.

How to apply
Capitol Hill Housing is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.

To learn more about our rich benefits package, please visit our websitehttp://www.capitolhillhousing.org/about/benefits.php.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and writing samples with your resume when you apply online at: http:www.capitolhillhousing.org/about/employment.php

Planning Director - Troutdale, OR

Planning Director
City of Troutdale, OR

Job Details
Compensation: Salary Range: $85,260 to $98,698 per year. The successful candidate will be eligible for employment benefits (such as paid time off, health insurance, retirement, and other benefits) as outlined in a written individual employment agreement and subject to the terms of applicable benefit plans.

General Description: Plans, directs and administers all activities related to current and long range planning programs of the City for the development, administration and enforcement of Federal, State, Regional and Local land use regulations and policies. Performs professional level land use planning work on major land use development projects and the development of new land use regulations. Designs, implements, and leads planning, community development, and related projects and programs.

Qualifications: Broad knowledge of planning, community development and public/business administration. Knowledge of land use planning and laws. Intermediate proficiency with computer software, including Excel, Word, Access, Powerpoint and Outlook. 

Desired: Knowledge of the Oregon Land Use Planning System.

Knowledge of and ability to:

• Direct the activities of department personnel, directly, conducting various supervisory activities, and effectively recommend hiring, disciplinary and termination actions.
• Evaluate, develop and implement programs, policies and procedures to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the department. Select consultants/contractors involved in carrying out departmental programs.
• Direct and participate in the development and modification of the comprehensive City land use plan and community development programs; present written and verbal reports and recommendations on future development, land use, subdivision design and related community development projects.
• Receive, review and process requests for annexation, conditional use permits, amendments to the Comprehensive Plan, etc. Conduct necessary studies and analyses, and prepare related reports. Develop recommendations and communicate information to the City Manager, Planning Commission, City Council and other advisory committees and the public as needed.
• Direct inspection activities for residential, commercial and industrial buildings and structures to ensure that construction or alteration complies with legal requirements and in accordance with approved plans.
• Respond to inquiries and resolve complaints regarding department activities in person, over the telephone and through written correspondence. Attend various community group, professional and civic organizational meetings to communicate City planning programs and policies.
• Develop department budget. Monitor expenditures to approved budget.
• Attend City Council, Planning Commission, Advisory Committees and various other meetings, providing input and receiving direction or other information. Prepare resolutions, ordinances and reports for action by Council, Planning Commission and other advisory committees as needed.
• Prepare reports and related materials for review and recommendation by various standing committees of the City.
• Effectively and clearly communicates to others verbally and in both electronic and physical written forms. 
• Review business license and other applications and forward for final approval. Carry out special assignments as delegated from time to time by the City Manager
• May perform routine accounting tasks as workload or staffing levels dictate. 
• Maintain proficiency by attending conferences and meetings, reviewing reports, reading professional journals and meeting with others in the Community Development field.

Please review the complete job posting at www.troutdale.info/employment for additional details.

To apply for this position:

1) Pick up an application packet (8 am – 5 pm, M-F) from the Receptionist at Troutdale City Hall, 219 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy., Troutdale, OR 97060, or

2) Download the application packet from the City’s Web Page at www.troutdale.info/employment, or

3) Request an application packet be mailed to you by calling 503-665-5175

Submit your application materials:

Mail or deliver application materials to:
Human Resources
City of Troutdale
219 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy.
Troutdale, OR 97060

Fax application materials to:
Human Resources
503.208.7103

Email application materials to: HR@troutdaleoregon.gov

The City of Troutdale is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law. If you require accommodation to participate in our application process, please contact Human Resources at 503-665-5175.

Requirements
Required Education and Experience: A bachelor's degree in public administration, urban planning or related field. Minimum five years of experience in a professional office dealing with land use planning and community development or any satisfactory combination of experience and training, which demonstrates the ability to perform the above duties.

Desired: Prior experience in the public sector.

Special Requirements:Valid driver's license required. Possess and maintain an acceptable driving record. Membership in the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) desired.

Comprehensive Planning Manager - Springfield, OR

Comprehensive Planning Manager
City of Springfield, Oregon

Professional Area: Planning Management, Budgeting and Finance

Experience:  5-7 years
Contact person: Human Resources
Phone: 541-726-3786
Location: Springfield, OR

Website: http://springfieldjobs.projecta.com/

City of Springfield, Development & Public Works Department
Closing: 2/15/2016
$73,008- $83,429 (steps 2-5 on a 9 step scale), Grade D61, depending on qualifications.
Exempt, Non-represented. Full benefits, including PERS.

Do you have the ability to effectively manage multiple complex planning projects in a fast-paced public agency environment? Do you enjoy leading a dedicated staff team to deliver projects and programs vital to the community’s future? If so, you might consider applying for the Comprehensive Planning Manager position with the City of Springfield.

Position Overview:
The City of Springfield's Development & Public Works Department is seeking a Comprehensive Planning Manager. The position is responsible for managing delivery of the City’s long range land use planning, long range infrastructure planning, and housing and community development and revitalization programs.

How to Apply:
Please visit our website at http://springfieldjobs.projecta.com/ to learn more about this job posting and to apply. ONLY applications received through our website will be considered for the position.

Please contact Human Resources at 541-726-3705 if you have any questions

Senior Planner - Washington, DC

Senior Planner
Ayers Saint Gross

Washington, DC

Ayers Saint Gross Architects + Planners is a 150-person firm designing environments that support the creation and dissemination of knowledge and culture for major higher education, civic, and cultural institutions. With headquarters in Baltimore, Maryland and offices in Washington, DC and Arizona, our span is national with an increasing presence internationally.

Position Overview:

We are looking for an experienced Senior Planner to join our planning team in our Washington, DC office. This is a senior leadership position working in close coordination with the Principal in Charge to provide project leadership and management to multiple planning projects. We are looking for an energetic professional with strong organizational skills to manage multi-disciplinary teams to provide collaborative, quality planning solutions. Projects typically overlap the disciplines of planning, architecture, urban design, landscape architecture, and graphic design. Ideal candidates should have interest in problem solving for higher education and cultural clients.

Responsibilities:

• In close collaboration with the Principal in Charge, lead and manage planning projects and teams within the planning studio.
• Work collaboratively with clients, consultants and internal team members.
• Manage internal team in the preparation of deliverables and conduct presentations to clients.
• Manage external consultants and contracts.
• Manage internal project finances and staffing.
• Be able to travel to client sites as needed.
• Assist with marketing and business development activities.

Manager, Grant Applications, Metra - Chicago, IL

Manager, Grant Applications
Metra 24 reviews - Chicago, IL

Summary of Duties Reporting directly to the Director, Grant Administration, the Manager, Grant Applications will provide planning and management of the Grant Development department. Direct the preparation and submission of grant applications for federal, state, and local funding agency approval. Coordinate work plans, manage staff, review of environmental documents developed by other departments, and direct the preparation and submission of environmental packages to funding agencies. Lead the review of completed grant proposals and monitor Metra's position in funding apportionments and allocations. Manage the preparation of public hearing notices and the Program of Projects to be published. Serve as the Hearing Officer for the annual grant public hearing. Manage various post-award grant-related activities, including, but not limited to: departmental execution of Master Agreements and Certifications & Assurances; releases of funds; and grant-application data furnished to various audits and program reviews. Perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Minimum Acceptable Qualifications Must possess a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, Transportation Planning, Urban Planning OR in lieu of specified degree, any combination of education and experience may be substituted for the required degree that equals four (4) years in grant administration and implementation. A Master's degree is preferred. In addition to #1, must have five (5) years of experience in any combination of the following: capital program development, grant development, or federal grant administration; preferably in public transportation or a related industry. Must have three (3) years of indirect supervisory experience that includes three (3) of the following responsibilities: day-to-day employee management, assigning tasks, providing guidance and training, monitoring performance, conflict management, budgeting, hiring, disciplinary and/or termination. Knowledge of federal and state grant procedures and local planning; capital program, grant development and implementation processes. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Access and Excel. Working knowledge of mainframes, Oracle-based programs, and be able to develop and maintain application programs. Strong interpersonal and communication skills in dealing with all levels of management, outside agencies, and organizations. Ability to multi-task, set priorities, problem solve, and meet strict deadlines. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Other Important Information Selected candidates are subject to a physical examination/drug test and background check to verify information regarding education, employment, vehicle and criminal history. Relocation is not available for this position. Company Overview Metra is one of the largest commuter rail systems in North America and provides commuter rail service between the downtown Chicago business district and 241 stations in northeastern Illinois, with over 11 routes totaling about 500 route miles. Metra operates 700 weekday trains, providing more than 300,000 passenger trips a day. Response Information If you are interested in applying for a position at Metra, please send your cover letter which must include the position title, your resume and salary history to: E-mail: jobs@metrarr.com Metra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation. Metra / 547 W. Jackson Blvd. / Chicago, IL 60661 NPO.net - 4 days ago - save job » View or apply to job

Energy and Minerals Division Manager - County of Santa Barbara, CA

Energy and Minerals Division Manager

County of Santa Barbara

Professional Area: 

Environmental and Natural Resources Planning

Experience: 

3-5 years

Contact person: 

Bill Avery or Cris Piasecki

Phone: 

408-399-4424 or 408-234-2025

Email: 

jobs@averyassoc.net

Website: 

http://www.averyassoc.net

Location: 

Santa Barbara, CA

The County of Santa Barbara offers a paradise-like setting for tourists, vacationers, and more than 429,000 residents.  The County boasts strong economic bases in both technology and agriculture, including an expanding vineyard industry.  With more than 122 miles of scenic coastline, beautiful valleys, and rugged peaks cresting to 6,800 feet, Santa Barbara County spans a spectacular 2,774 square miles. With its spectacular natural setting and historic commitment to planning, Santa Barbara County has evolved into one of the most desirable places in the world.

The Energy and Minerals Division Manager will work as part of a management team with four other division managers and reports to the Assistant Director of Planning and Development.  Santa Barbara County is seeking a business professional that possesses a complement of skills including leadership, planning expertise, management, drive, and customer-focus to head the Division. This position leads a staff of seven and administers a $600,000 mitigation program. The Manager will work with industry officials, elected officials, community members, various commissions, boards, special interest groups, associations, multiple community plans, and many responsible and interested Federal, State and local agency representatives.  He/she will successfully execute a vision to build a division culture that is trusted by the community, where credibility is established though open communication and transparency in an environment of stringent regulations and intense politics.
The selected candidate will have at least two years of broad and extensive California planning experience as a supervisor, Energy Specialist or equivalent in a local agency with a strong understanding of CEQA/NEPA.  The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met by having a Bachelor’s degree in planning, public administration, or related field; a Master’s degree is desirable.  The salary range for this position is $88,000-$130,800 annually, DOQ.  To be considered, please submit (email preferred) a letter of interest, resume, salary history and contact information including email addresses for five work-related references to Bill Avery by December 18, 2015. A formal job announcement is available at http://www.averyassoc.net.
Bill Avery or Cris PiaseckiAvery Associates3½ N. Santa Cruz Ave., Suite ALos Gatos, CA 95030E-mail: jobs@averyassoc.net