Place Lab Project Specialist - Chicago, IL

Place Lab Project Specialists
University of Chicago

Chicago, IL

About the Unit As part of the University of Chicago's efforts to enhance the arts, the Arts and Public Life Initiative actively encourages the development of relationships between the creative and artistic projects taking place at the University of Chicago with those that are taking place throughout the South Side of Chicago, the city and beyond. Arts and Public Life (APL) will strengthen and develop sustainable partnerships with local artists, design professionals, architects, developers, commerce professionals and researchers to focus on the creations of innovative placemaking models in Chicago, and various other US cities, to support small-scale, culture-driven development among traditional players in the enhancement of distressed neighborhoods, among traditional players in the development ecosystem. By advancing artistic ambition through collaborations, master planning, architecture, landscapes, product mix, and interiors, the place can be a catalyst for public art, creativity and placemaking. Arts and Public Life Initiative, through a 3-year grant entitled the Place Lab, will seek to implement demonstration projects in selected cities and host learning events, workshops and convenings to complete demonstrations, and publish research and lessons from the projects.

Job Summary:
Place Lab Project Specialists

Place Lab is seeking three individuals for one-year term positions. The Place Lab Project Specialists will be responsible for working with the Program Manager of Place Lab to manage and implement community engagement strategies and oversee local demonstration initiatives. Place Lab, a University of Chicago project, will help to document and demonstrate a community development model that supports arts and culture as a strategy for transforming communities and promoting local growth and vibrancy. Place Lab will jumpstart cultural development by bringing together artists, designers, organizations, urban planners, and policy experts in cities across the country. The successful candidates will work closely with the Program Manager, community members, and partner organizations to further the Place Lab initiatives and to implement the Place Lab's demonstration projects.

Place Lab is seeking applicants across a broad spectrum to fill multiple specialties and is looking for a candidate pool with experience including but not limited to: urban planning, design, community organizing, community engagement, and workshop facilitation.

The positions require a high degree of organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to complete independent projects as well as to work in a team environment. The successful candidates will be responsible for assisting the Program Manager with the creation and implementation of public programming, crafting and editing Place Lab narratives and other publications, synthesizing content, drafting and delivering presentations, and creating and maintaining effective public relations with educational, institutional and governmental representatives, business and community agency personnel, students and members of the community. Other responsibilities include collaborating with local organizations to implement activities to advance the Place Lab initiatives. The Place Lab Project Specialists report to the Program Manager.

The individuals will serve as liaisons between partner organizations and other collaborators by attending meetings, responding to information requests and resolving issues as they may arise. The successful candidates will manage multiple tasks with a demonstrated ability to review and prioritize work.

Education
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in the social sciences, architecture, urban planning, design, cultural studies, humanities, or related field of study.

Experience
A minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in the applicable field.

Competencies

• Must be able to facilitate group meetings to identify and assess the needs of the community. 
• Must be able to provide active participation in projects designed to reinforce the Place Lab initiatives as they relate to the individual needs of the community. 
• Provide a community leadership role through mentoring individuals serving in the local organizations. 
• Ability to maintain calm and courteous demeanor and to work productively despite heavy workload, competing priorities, complex problems, and tight deadlines required. 
• Must have the ability to set-up effective systems and processes and follow them. 
• Ability to follow an issue through to the requisite resolution. 
• Considerable skill in working both independently and as a team member required. 
• Must exhibit demeanor appropriate to the office and to work with other units collaboratively, cooperatively, and productively. 
• Ability to take initiative and organize and complete projects with minimal supervision required. 
• Must have excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills required. 
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite software, including MS Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint, and also with Adobe Acrobat Professional. Must have proficiently with other Adobe software. 
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments simultaneously required. 
• Excellent organizational skills required. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. 
• Ability to work evenings and weekends required. 

Required Job Seeker Documents
Resume, cover letter

Work Location
Campus - Hyde Park

Other Work Location
Washington Park Arts Incubator

Work Schedule
Full-Time; 37.5 Hours/Week; M-F 8:30am to 5:00pm with some evenings and weekends

Benefits Eligible?
Yes

Union (If applicable):
Non-Union

Pay Range Depends on Qualifications

Pay Frequency Monthly

Does this position require incumbent to operate a vehicle on the job? No

Is a Background Check Required? Yes

Is Drug Testing Required? No

Planning Manager - City of San Gabriel, CA

Planning Manager

City of San Gabriel

Location: 

San Gabriel, CA

Imagine the opportunity to work in one of the most historic and beloved settings in Southern California, home to the fourth of the 21 California missions, at a time when tremendous growth and diversity combine to make San Gabriel one of Southern California’s prime destinations.

The Ideal Candidate

The City of San Gabriel is seeking an experienced and innovative Planning Manager who is well versed in contemporary urban planning and is able to command the respect and loyalty of a talented staff.  The ideal candidate is a forward thinker who anticipates opportunities and is strategic in approach; has a proven track record of completing projects; is technologically savvy and interested in finding new ways to automate processes; and possesses exceptional leadership skills with a strong emphasis on mentoring and developing staff within the division.  The ideal candidate will have experience in design and sustainability with an interest and/or exposure to historic preservation, knowledge of current legislation/initiatives impacting planning (including implementation of AB 52, the Native American sacred sites law), and a thorough understanding of and fluency with climate change issues and legislation, including AB 32, SB 375 and climate action plans.

The Department and PositionThe Community Development Department is comprised of four divisions: Planning, Economic Development, Building & Safety, and Neighborhood Improvement Services.  The department is currently staffed with approximately 15 full-time positions and several contract employees.  With the Planning Division currently managing two new hotel developments, along with 18 or so other large scale projects which are either in the process of finalizing entitlements or starting construction, it is important to find an individual who is excited about playing a significant role in developing the community’s vision for future growth. 

Under general direction of the Community Development Director, the Planning Manager is responsible for overseeing the operations of the Planning Division, which includes managing the budget and complex program tasks by assigning, monitoring, evaluating, and developing personnel; supervising the preparation of the work program and agendas for the Planning and Design Review Commissions; supervising the preparation, implementation, and administration of the general plan, specific plans, zoning ordinance, development codes, and operational policies and guidelines; and managing the City’s advance and current planning programs, environmental review, cultural resources, housing, and special projects.

The Planning Manager will also manage consultant agreements and help select consultants to work with the division; facilitate communication between elected and appointed decision makers; serve as the senior staff liaison to both Commissions; mentor staff to develop the next generation of associate and senior planners; and work, coordinate, and collaborate alongside the other divisions in the department.

Education and ExperienceWe will consider ANY combination of experience and education that could be considered qualifying, so if you’re interested, we want to hear from you!  A typical background includes a bachelor’s degree in planning, public administration, or related field; five years of increasingly responsible experience in the field of planning; and a minimum of two years of experience in a supervisory or lead capacity.  Possession of AICP certification is preferred.  Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License and ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record are also required. Compensation of $100 per month is available to employees who qualify and pass a proficiency examination in a second language such as Cantonese, Mandarin, Vietnamese, or Spanish.

We Welcome Your Application
Candidates must complete a City of San Gabriel application, resume, and cover letter.   All application materials must be received by the Human Resources Department at City Hall by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, January 8, 2016.  Applications are available on the City’s website www.sangabrielcity.com or at City Hall. Faxed or emailed applications and/or resumes are not accepted.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; the City of San Gabriel is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Professor & Associate Dean for Academic Affairs College of Architecture, Design & Construction, Auburn University, AL

Professor & Associate Dean for Academic Affairs

College of Architecture, Design & Construction, Auburn University, AL

Professional Area: 

Academia

Contact person: 

Richard A. Burt

Email: 

rab0011@auburn.edu

Location: 

Auburn, AL

Auburn University College of Architecture, Design and Construction Professor and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs The College of Architecture, Design and Construction at Auburn University is seeking applications and nominations from accomplished, innovative academic leaders for the position of Professor and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs.

Applicants must have a teaching and scholarly record meriting tenure at the rank of Associate or Full Professor. The College of Architecture, Design and Construction at Auburn University, established in 1907, is comprised of the School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape Architecture, the McWhorter School of Building Science and the School of Industrial and Graphic Design. 

The College comprises more than 125 faculty and staff and approximately 1450 students pursuing undergraduate degrees in Architecture, Interior Architecture, Building Construction, Environmental Design, Graphic Design and Industrial Design and graduate programs in Building Construction, Landscape Architecture, and Industrial Design, and executive programs in Real Estate Development and Construction Management. More information is available athttp://www.cadc.auburn.edu/.

Responsibilities: The Associate Dean for Academic Affairs is responsible for all matters broadly related to undergraduate academic programs. Reporting to the Dean of the College of Architecture, Design and Construction, the Associate Dean provides leadership and direction to the College’s instructional mission, is responsible for program assessment, oversees undergraduate study abroad programs, student recruitment, advising and placement, and other assignments as determined by the Dean. This is a 12-month, tenured position. Rank and salary are commensurate with experience.

Required qualifications:

• Terminal degree in one of the current disciplines in the College, or a related discipline. 
• Academic and professional record that merits appointment at rank of Associate or Full Professor with tenure 
• Demonstrated effective problem solving skills 
• Demonstrated performance in making sound, independent judgments 
• Positive record of advising and mentoring students 
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and collegially with faculty, staff, students, and administrators 
• Record of outstanding written, interpersonal and digital communication skills Desired qualifications 
• Recognized accomplishments in teaching, scholarship, research and professional practice 
• Experience with academic administration in a University setting 
• Experience with international partnerships and initiatives 
• Experience at obtaining external funding 
• Experience with assessment and specialized accreditation protocols

Application Process: Review application materials and apply online at the following
URL: http://aufacultypositions.peopleadmin.com/postings/1353

For additional information contact the chair of the search committee Dr. Richard Burt via email at rab0011@auburn.edu

Review of applications begins 25 January 2016 and will continue until a candidate is appointed. 
Start date is tentatively July 2016.

Candidates selected must be able to meet eligibility requirements in the U.S. at the time appointment is scheduled to begin and continue to work legally for the proposed term of employment.

Auburn University is an EEO/VET/Disability Employer.

Program Director-Enterprise Rose Architectural Fellowship Program, Enterprise Community Partners, Inc. - Boston, MA

Program Director-Enterprise Rose Architectural Fellowship Program

Enterprise Community Partners, Inc.

Experience: 

5-7 years

Website: 

https://careers.enterprisecommunity.com/Careers.aspx

Location: 

Boston, MA

Job Summary

Enterprise Community Partners is dedicated to expanding our understanding of the role of design in community development – from architectural design of affordable housing, to urban planning and community engagement, to design thinking as a collaborative process for innovation. The Design department is leading the national community design movement in these areas. It currently houses the Enterprise Rose Architectural Fellowship and related activities including providing tools and resources for the field, developing a framework for designing for health and social outcomes, and convening nationally on issues of design and social equity.  The Program Director of the Rose Architectural Fellowship will be a strategic contributor to this growing team, managing all aspects of the fellowship from which other department initiatives stem. The Program Director will be responsible for the successful management and daily operation of the three-year fellowship program, including but not limited to host organization and fellow recruitment and selection, fellowship training curriculum and convenings (programming for retreats and orientations, bi-weekly calls, learning collaboratives, etc.), network building and mentoring of fellows, monitoring and reporting, speaking publicly about the fellowship and its achievements, and program marketing and communications.  This position requires a unique blend of skills and capabilities. The incumbent must have solid communication, organizational, analytical, and administrative skills and the ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, while also being a though-leader in the field with a strategic vision for the program and the ability implement improvements. Additionally, the ability to mentor the fellows and their hosts, championing success within complex relationships and projects, is essential for the overall success of the program.

Job Responsibilities

Manage and is responsible for all facets of the Enterprise Rose Architectural Fellowship program: manage host organization and fellowship application processes; coordinate outreach on Fellowship opportunities including candidate recruitment, site visits, info sessions, applications, interviews, presentations, award processes and related materials; manage fellowship reporting; coordinate fellowship trainings, regular conference calls, and retreats.  Collaborate with internal and external partners to include Rose Fellows, leading architects, and developers to create tools and resources for Enterprise’s community design online platform. Lead fundraising and grant writing efforts for the Design Initiatives department including developing proposals and completing progress and activity reports as required by funders. Contribute intellectual leadership to expanding Enterprise’s Design Leadership Initiative.  Apply for and present at conferences on program achievements and thought leadership in the fields of both design and development.  Manage all aspects of program marketing and communications: in collaboration with Online Services team and Design Team Associate, update related websites with new materials, opportunities and information; keep blog and social media updated and current. Provide a high degree of customer service and quick, courteous response to requests for information and assistance from internal and external customers.

Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in a related field and at least six (6) years of experience, preferably managing complex programs for nonprofit or mission-driven organizations; graduate degree may be substituted for up to two (2) years of experience Interest, knowledge and/or experience in community architecture, green building and community planning Architectural design skills are not required, but an interest and ability in growing the leadership capacity in community development and design is a necessity Proven ability to foster and mentor young professionals  Excellent oral and written communication skills; excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills Strong project management skills and experience Demonstrated ability to anticipate needs and solve problems, prioritize conflicting demands, plan work effectively, follow-up and meet deadlines with minimal supervision Actively participates in team-oriented activities, builds relationships Excellent presentation, negotiation and interpersonal skills Availability to work occasional overtime and for national travel (approximately 12-15 trips per year)

Assistant Professor of Public Affairs and Civic Engagement, Environmental Policy and Politics - San Francisco State University

San Francisco State University

Assistant Professor of Public Affairs and Civic Engagement

Environmental Policy and Politics

San Francisco State University, School of Public Affairs and Civic Engagement invites applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Environmental Policy and Politics beginning August 2016.   

The department seeks individuals with a background Environmental Studies with a specialization in Environmental Policy and Politics. 

The School of Public Affairs and Civic Engagement is an interdisciplinary school of public affairs oriented scholars formed in 2012 that offers degree programs in criminal justice studies, environmental studies, public administration and urban studies and planning.  Candidates would primarily be responsible for expanding the School’s curricular offerings in environmental studies, but candidates who can also contribute more broadly to the School’s mission are strongly desired.

Qualifications:

Applicants from a wide range of specializations related to Environmental Policy and Politics will be considered; Ph.D. in a related discipline or J.D. from an accredited program required.

Candidates should have a strong background in environmental policy and politics, particularly issues of environmental justice, from an interdisciplinary perspective. 

Candidates must demonstrate the ability to teach courses in the areas of their specialization, as well as Introduction to Environmental Studies, Environmental Law and Policy, and Research Methods for Environmental Studies.  Candidates may also teach courses in the Environmental Administration elective emphasis in the Masters in Public Administration program.

Excellence in teaching and scholarship must be demonstrated, and candidates are preferred who have teaching and/or research experience with a large, diverse student body.

Candidates who embrace the mission and values of the School are particularly encouraged to apply.  Building on an ethos of social justice and sustainability, PACE faculty prepare graduates with critical and analytical skills necessary to understand and address the issues and challenges of the twenty-first century. Social justice also comprises a core value of the university and the setting of San Francisco provides ample opportunities for civic and community engagement within a richly diverse urban setting.  Candidates who can help expand the School’s offerings in environmental politics and policy, while also demonstrating a commitment to School and University core mission and values are desired. 

Responsibilities: The position requires undergraduate teaching in Environmental Studies, mentoring and advising undergraduate students, developing an active ongoing scholarship program in one’s area of specialty, and ongoing committee and service assignments. Detailed position description is available at pace.sfsu.edu. 

Rank and salary: Assistant Professor.  Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. The CSU provides generous health, retirement and other benefits.

Application process:

Submit letter of intent/interest, a current CV, a sample of scholarly papers, a statement of teaching philosophy and research interests, and three letters of reference.

Submit all materials online to pace@sfsu.edu by October 15, 2015.  Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

San Francisco State University is a member of the California State University system and serves a diverse student body of 30,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The University seeks to promote appreciation of scholarship, freedom and, human diversity through excellence in instruction and intellectual accomplishment. SFSU faculty are expected to be effective teachers and demonstrate professional achievement and growth through research, scholarship, and/or creative work.

San Francisco State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity. We especially welcome applications from members of all ethnic groups, women, veterans, and people with disabilities.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

Managing Director, Greater Greater Washington - Washington, D.C.

Managing Director

Job posted by: Greater Greater Washington

Greater Greater Washington is growing from an organization with one part-time employee to three full-time employees. This opens up exciting new possibilities but also requires us to build our organization and sources of support to make that level sustainable, and hopefully grow beyond as well. We need a Managing Director to take primary charge of fundraising, staff, and day-to-day office operation.

The Managing Director will:

• Develop, supervise, and mentor the Staff Editor and Community Engagement Manager on a day-to-day basis to ensure that they have a clear work plan and the resources they need to succeed; write regular performance reviews in consultation with the Board of Directors
• Create plans to increase contributed and earned revenue, track existing sources of revenue, and execute on plans with assistance from the Board of Directors and other volunteers
• Manage the daily operations of the organization such as monitoring spending and income, and securing office space, computers, and other basic needs of the organization
• Guide, encourage, and recruit volunteer members of our editorial board to continue to steer the website's direction, contribute content, and handle specific portfolios of responsibilities.
• Work closely with the Founder and President as well as other board members to guide the strategic direction for the organization
• Staff meetings of the Board of Directors and assist the board in recruiting new members

Candidates must have:

• At least four years of experience in small nonprofit organizations including experience with organizational development
• At least three years of experience with fundraising for nonprofits including creating and implementing fundraising plans, ideally including experience fundraising from foundations, corporate sources, and developing earned revenue. Experience with Washington-area philanthropy is a strong plus.
• Proven ability to work with board members and volunteers with a wide range of personalities to keep them engaged and interested and mediate interactions as needed
• Excellent interpersonal skills and strong communication skills
• Talent for thinking strategically and ability to balance immediate and long-term priorities
• Ability to work independently, without day-to-day direction from others, and to work occasional evenings and weekends
• Understanding of and experience with multiple parts of the Washington region in DC, Maryland, and Virginia
• A passion for urban planning and transportation, a deep desire to see more vibrant walkable places in a growing and inclusive region, and some understanding of the policy issues behind it; having regularly read Greater Greater Washington for a substantial period of time is a strong plus

This is a full-time, salaried position. The position involves working with a small team of four people in office space that we will soon secure somewhere in central DC. Women and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

How to apply

To apply, please send a resume; a cover letter explaining your interest and qualifications for the position, and why you want to be a part of our team; and two work samples (fundraising, media, marketing, or other written materials) to jobs@ggwash.org with "Managing Director" in the subject line.

Vice President - Real Estate Transaction Services NYCEDC - New York City, NY

Vice President - Real Estate Transaction Services 

NYCEDC

Website: 

http://www.Click2Apply.net/wgqzdmd

Location: 

New York, NY

Position Overview:

The Vice President in Real Estate Transaction Services will supervise a team of real estate finance and development professionals on projects central to NYC’s economic development and housing goals. The VP will lead projects from inception to closing by directing the financial analysis on a project’s feasibility, managing negotiations on land sales and leases with developers, overseeing project management and progress, establishing and maintaining client contact and conducting community outreach. The ideal candidate has real estate industry experience and has a strong track record of closing deals. Candidates having experience with NYC-area development projects and affordable housing finance are preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and provide direction on all aspects of real estate project management and land sale/lease negotiations and conduct transaction negotiations to maximize return to the City and NYCEDC
• Display strong understanding of real estate development practices, preferably specific to NYC, economic development and affordable housing finance
• Establish short and long-term project goals and time frames and review all relevant project documents
• Present projects to executive staff, boards and City officials
• Identify new projects and/or development opportunities for NYCEDC
• Build and maintain relationships with governmental and quasi-governmental agencies, real estate developers and business groups, consultants, civic and community stakeholders, and cultural and professional organizations
• Demonstrate managerial experience/ability with specific focus on ability to lead and motivate teams to set and meet goals, expectations and deadlines with limited oversight
• Mentor and cultivate junior staff knowledge and skills development
• Possess a strong sense of professional judgment and ability to solve problems creatively
• Exhibit leadership abilities, including interpersonal, communication and public speaking skills and a strong sense of personal accountability to ensure project completion

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree or equivalent in business, real estate, housing finance, public policy, urban planning or law
• 5-7 years of experience in relevant field (real estate, development, housing finance, public policy, urban planning, City or State agency)
• Proven strength in use of spreadsheet, database, and presentation applications including Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong project management and interpersonal skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including public speaking
• Ability to prioritize competing needs and opportunities
• Understanding of economic development issues and affordable housing programs
• Familiarity with NYC government and NYC government real estate processes
• Ability to work in a team-based environment with limited oversight
• Demonstrated ability to both work independently and lead a project team on complex transactions
• New York City residence is required within 180 days of hire.

About the Real Estate Transaction Services Department:

The Real Estate Transaction Services Group (RETS) is the City’s primary department for financial analysis, structuring and the execution of real estate and economic development transactions. RETS aims to promote economic development through the creation of jobs and revenue generation for the City of New York through the development of surplus property and the application of incentives such as tax and energy benefits, bonds and other financing structures, and grants, in partnership with the private sector. Additionally, RETS structures and negotiates key deals on behalf of the City and includes the Industrial Development Agency (IDA) and Capital Resource Corporation (CRC).

About NYCEDC:

The New York City Economic Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. NYCEDC offers excellent benefits, including company-paid 401(a) pension plan, 457(b) tax-advantaged retirement savings plans, medical, dental and vision benefits, and tuition reimbursement.