Senior Planning - Associate Alta Planning + Design - Chicago, IL

Senior Planning Associate
Alta Planning + Design
Chicago, IL

Experience:  More than 10 years
Website:  http://www.altaplanning.com

You support active living and non-motorized transportation, advocate for transportation equity, and ‘walk-the-talk’ in your personal life. You have consultant and public agency experience as well as national experience and involvement with various active transportation organizations and associations. You have many connections in Chicago and maintain a network of regional connections.

As a Senior Planning Associate at Alta Planning + Design you will be key in building and maintaining client and partner relationships, ensuring successful project delivery, growing and developing an office and leading and growing Alta’s team members into well-rounded and technically proficient contributors to Alta’s success in the Chicago office.

POSITION PRIORITIES

• Nurture and grow client and industry partner relationships and secure work in support of Alta’s growth goals.
• Solidify Alta’s reputation as a trusted advisor and expert by educating clients and other relevant parties, shaping and strategizing solutions which will meet their business objectives.
• Appropriately manage large, complex projects in a budget-conscious and time-sensitive manner.
• Manage and mentor potentially large groups of staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES + TASKS

• Creating proposals, statements of work, contract addenda, and scope changes, presenting proposals to clients, and negotiating the final deliverables and costs.
• Identifying engagement goals and objectives and leading the client, internal and external teams ensuring any risks to deliverable are property managed.
• Communicating desired outcomes, and advocating for the client and managing expectations.
• Creating and maintaining project schedules, and communicating the status of project deliverables to clients in a timely and effective manner.
• Monitoring scope changes, securing necessary approval and implementing change orders.
• Administering the project including scheduling meetings, developing agendas, and project documentation, coordinating internal project meetings, ensuring timely delivery, and managing resources.
• Managing and mentoring staff, providing feedback and professional development in a timely and effective manner; hiring and terminating staff as appropriate.
• Actively participating in industry-relevant professional associations and committees including assuming board-level positions.
• Developing, implementing and maintaining annual strategic plans.

REQUIREMENTS

• Interest in active living and non-motorized transportation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Planning or a related field of study.
• Twelve (12) or more years of experience in a consulting environment or public entity managing large projects; three (3) or more years of experience as a Project Manager; three (3) or more years managing staff.
• Experience in the field of active, non-motorized transportation.
• Exhibits strong initiative and the ability to capitalize on opportunities to enhance Alta’s position in the Chicago marketplace.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, and multiple simultaneous projects involving cross-functional project teams within budgetary and schedule constraints.
• Experience writing and presenting white papers and/or providing expert-level presentations at conferences and other events promoting the field of sustainable infrastructure and active, non-motorized transportation.
• Ability and willingness to travel.
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word, Adobe Creative Suite, ESRI Arc GIS, or similar products.

PREFERRED SKILLS + CERTIFICATIONS

• BS and/or MS in Engineering or Master’s degree in Urban Planning or a related field of study.
• Experience using Deltek Vision.
• Professional Engineering or AICP Certification.
• Proficiency in an enterprise-wide resource planning and project management tool.

Alta Planning + Design is an international consulting firm with a mission to create active communities where bicycling and walking are safe, healthy, fun, and normal daily activities. We specialize in bicycle, pedestrian, trail, park, greenway, and roadway planning, design, and implementation in addition to outreach and education programs. Alta’s passion permeates everything we do. Working at Alta allows people to apply their skills and ideas to making the world a healthier, better place.

Alta offers competitive salaries, great benefits, advancement opportunities, flexible work schedules, and welcoming – and fun – work environments for our employees. Alta employees “walk the talk” and are passionate about creating livable and healthy communities.

Regional Transportation - Seattle, WA

Project Manager: PEPD - Light Rail Segment
Sound Transit

Seattle, WA

Job #15-00805
SALARY: $79,626.00 - $99,533.00 Annually
OPENING DATE: 02/05/16
CLOSING DATE: 02/26/16, 5:00 PM

GENERAL PURPOSE:
Under general direction, manages, plans, oversees, and supports the planning and design functions for an assigned corridor segment(s) of the Link light rail project in support of the Light Rail Development Manager and Division; performs project management activities for assigned projects including management of scope, quality, schedules, costs, risks, consultant/contractors, contracts and communication; may oversee contracts and assures contract compliance; may supervise, lead, provide daily work oversight and schedule work of assigned staff, consultants, and contractors.

***THIS APPLICANT POOL MAY BE USED TO FILL ONE OR MORE POSITIONS WITH LIKE OR SIMILAR TITLES***

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
• Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work of assigned staff; assigns work activities and coordinates schedules, projects, and programs; provides constructive feedback; reviews and evaluates work and makes effective suggestions and recommendations.
• Develops and provides information to the Sound Transit Board; develops written and visual presentation materials as requested; provides briefings and presentations to Board members on light rail project development topics, including engineering, environmental impact, inter-Agency coordination, and community outreach issues.
• Coordinates Engineering Activities; directs consultant engineering activities for assigned segments/projects; reviews and comments on consultant submittals of plans and reports and manages the communication and coordination of engineering work activities among Agency technical staff and consultant team leader; participates in development of scope of work for large consultant contracts.
• Assists in managing preparation of environmental documentation; assists the Environmental Affairs and Sustainability Division by reviewing and commenting on environmental documents; comments on proposed approaches to completing the environmental documentation; and ensures engineering activities are coordinated with environmental documents.
• Communicates with project stakeholders including the general public, neighborhood groups, businesses, property owners, and other community members to keep them informed about the status of the project; serves as primary technical contact and responds to requests for information from other agencies and the general public; participates in community outreach and education activities such as writing and/or reviewing written and website materials and participating in public and one-on-one meetings and information booths; and prepares and make presentations to a variety of highly organized, volatile stakeholder groups.
• Coordinates with staff of Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), King County, and other local jurisdictions throughout the project development to define and evaluate alignment and station options; participates in the interagency work team; interacts, shares knowledge, negotiates issues, and develops collaborative relationships; prepares and makes presentations to City Councils and other jurisdictions; and develops and negotiates interagency agreements including budgets to accomplish project development.
• Manages Sound Transit involvement in outside review panels providing an independent review of project elements; develops scope of work and schedule, prepares presentations and responses; and manages consultant work.
• Manages and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, priorities and budgets for assigned projects, services, and functional area within the Division; and makes recommendations and forecasts for future funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Provides support to the Division on matters as directed; serves as staff on a variety of boards, commissions, and committees; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence; attends and participates in professional group meetings; maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the fields related to area of assignment; incorporates new developments as appropriate; ensures processes, policies and practices are interpreted and applied consistently and effectively; ensures accountability and compliance with all current and applicable state and federal laws, Agency policies and procedures, rules and regulations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
Bachelors Degree in civil engineering, urban planning, transportation, public policy, public administration, or closely related field and five years of public transit related experience in project management, development of intergovernmental agreements, transportation planning, engineering or closely related experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications:
Possession of a valid Washington State Drivers License.

Required Knowledge of:
• Operations, services and activities of light rail transportation.
• Transportation planning and traffic engineering concepts, practices, procedures, and policy issues.
• Transportation planning, transit design and SEPA/NEPA environmental law.
• Planning and transportation project development principles and practices.
• Project management techniques and principles.
• Principles of project budget preparation and administration.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Methods and techniques of data collection, research, and report preparation.
• Principles and applications of critical thinking and analysis.
• Development and third party negotiation and consensus building principles and practices and conflict resolution.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and statistical databases.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.

Required Skill in:
• Utilizing personal computer software programs affecting assigned work and in compiling and preparing spreadsheets and reports.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, management, vendors, outside agencies, community groups and the general public.
• Interpreting and administering policies and procedures sufficient to administer, discuss, resolve, and explain them to staff and other constituencies.
• Assuming project management duties for projects started by others and in a variety of stages in the project life-cycle.
• Defining a detailed project scope and control scope as a means of achieving overall project objectives.
• Preparing a detailed project schedule and utilizing as the primary work plan.
• Managing multiple tasks, setting objectives/goals, and re-prioritizing as needed.
• Adapting to occasionally changing project assignments as needed to balance work loads and achieve other Department objectives.
• Negotiating and identifying solutions that balance the Agency's interests and those of the negotiating partner(s), within financial capacity and other constraints.
• Conducting research and analysis and provide appropriate recommendations based on findings.
• Interpreting technical information for a variety of audiences.
• Public speaking and in developing and delivering presentations and presenting ideas and concepts orally and in writing.
• Responding to inquiries and in effective oral and written communication.
• Researching, analyzing, and evaluating new service delivery methods and techniques.
• Working cooperatively with other departments, Agency officials, and outside agencies.
• Developing and monitoring project operating budgets, costs, and schedules.
• Supervising, leading, and delegating tasks and authority.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Work is performed in a standard office environment.
• Subject to standing, walking, bending, reaching, stooping, and lifting of objects up to 25 pounds; may occasionally be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, or physical harm when working in the field.

It is the responsibility of all employees to follow the Agency safety rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to their assigned duties and responsibilities, which could include systems, operations, and/or other employees.

Apply online: http://www.soundtransit.org/About-Sound-Transit/Jobs

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value workplace diversity. We seek to create an environment and culture that embraces the differences of our employees. You will find an exceptionally diverse group of people at Sound Transit with regard to culture, beliefs, communication styles, and life and work experiences.

All qualified applicants are considered in accordance with applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, marital status or veteran status or any another legally protected status.

Internal Number: 15-00805

- See more at: http://careers.nspe.org/jobs/7891938/project-manager-pepd-light-rail-segment#sthash.J3L2ug6o.dpuf

Environmental Manager (Transportation) - Los Angeles, CA

WSP Parsons Brinckerhoff
Environmental Manager
Los Angeles, CA

Description
Category: Environmental Planning
Job Type: Contract
Minimum Experience: 17
Required Education: Master's Degree - Technical

Job Description
WSP and Parsons Brinckerhoff (www.wspgroup.com) have combined and are now one of the world’s leading engineering professional services consulting firms. Together we provide services to transform the built environment and restore the natural environment, and our expertise ranges from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transport networks, and from developing the energy sources of the future to enabling new ways of extracting essential resources. We have approximately 31,500 employees, including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors, program and construction management professionals, and various environmental experts. We are based in more than 500 offices across 39 countries worldwide.

Position Description
As the Rail Delivery Partner (RDP) Parsons Brinckerhoff provides a variety of planning, environmental, engineering, and program management services in support of the California High-Speed Rail Authority in its efforts to build and operate a statewide high-speed rail system. We currently have an immediate need for Regional Environmental Managers of Quality to provide leadership and process management for preparing environmental clearance documents for portions of the future system to extend from San Francisco/Sacramento to Los Angeles/San Diego.

The candidate must have experience in developing and guiding teams in achieving environmental clearances with the USDOT, other federal and state agencies as the environmental program manager or environmental project level manager. Working knowledge of Federal Railroad Administration’s (FRA) environmental and transportation planning processes and experience in preparing environmental documents for FRA are pluses. Experience in permitting and mitigation monitoring during the construction phase of a transportation project is also desirable. The candidate must have the ability to lead a group of project managers/consultants in overseeing and guiding the production of high quality, well-written environmental clearance documents and in establishing and promoting partnerships with other project management team staff, technical disciplines, client representatives, government agencies, and the Authority’s consultants.

The Regional Environmental Managers of Quality will work closely with the Authority and be part of the RDP environmental leadership team to provide assistance with environmental compliance and documentation expertise for a fast-paced high-speed rail project. This person will need to have the ability to oversee teams in the environmental clearance document production process throughout environmental phases. This requires insight and experience in the numerous technical environmental resource areas included in environmental documents including technical resources methodologies, peer review management and document production.

The person in this position will guide the workload of project managers, consultants and technical peer reviewers in preparing environmental clearance documents for transportation projects; perform complex analyses and studies; oversee and review work, including technical veracity, that is being conducted by other consultants; and Interact with executive leadership and government agencies. This individual will coordinate technical review activities and report directly to the environmental deputy director of the RDP team.

Job Requirements
The Regional Environmental Manager should have a strong expertise in NEPA and state environmental law, and be able to serve as both program and technical leadership for the analysis of environmental impact processes and documents in compliance with applicable governing statutes and regulations. This position requires:

• Minimum 17 years in progressively-responsible relevant experience. 
• Master’s Degree in Environmental Planning, Environmental Sciences, Urban and Regional Planning, Geography or a closely related field. 
• Proven leadership and program/project management skills.
• Strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills.
• Track record in securing environmental clearances for transportation or other infrastructure projects. 
• Expertise in NEPA, as well as other relevant state and federal environmental laws. 
• Expertise in public outreach and stake-holder engagement related to environmental laws. 
• The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced work environment and work well under pressure. 
• The ability to work well independently and in a team environment. 
• Must be legally entitled to work in the U.S.A. 

EOE / Veteran/ Disability/ Gender (M-F)/Gender Identity/ Sexual Orientation

Job Information
Location:Los Angeles, California, 90001, United States
Job ID:26345645
Posted: December 23, 2015
Position Title:Environmental Manager
Company Name:WSP Parsons Brinckerhoff
Entry Level:No
Job Type:Full-Time
Min Education:Master's Degree
Min Experience:Over 10 Years

Planning Manager - City of Port Angeles, WA

Planning Manager
City of Port Angeles, WA

Contact: Prothman
Phone: 206-368-0050
Email: info@prothman.com
Website: http://www.prothman.com
Location: Port Angeles, WA

PLANNING MANAGER
City of Port Angeles, Washington
$66,122 - $79,029

For a complete position profile, please visit the Prothman Company at: http://www.prothman.com/ and click on "Current Searches."

Located in one of the most scenic areas of Washington, the City of Port Angeles, (pop. 19,000), is situated on the northern edge of the Olympic Peninsula along the shore of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. The Olympic Peninsula is home to spectacular natural attractions ranging from a lush, magnificent rainforest, to rugged mountain splendor and wide ocean beaches. Port Angeles and the surrounding region offer incomparable recreation opportunities year around. Last year Outdoor Magazine named Port Angeles as second in the nation in their “Best Town Ever” competition. Two years in a row, Port Angeles has been named in the top ten Best Small Towns by Livability.com.

The Planning Manager will oversee two divisions of the Community and Economic Development Department: the Planning Division, which is responsible for reviewing planning applications and for providing land use code information, and the Building Division, which is responsible for reviewing building permit applications and building inspections during the various stages of construction projects.

Under general direction of the Community and Economic Development Director, the Planning Manager manages and supervises the day to day activities involved in long-range and current planning, zoning, annexations, permitting, nuisance compliance, and related activity. As directed, serves as technical advisor to the Hearings Examiner, and Planning Commission, and related advisory groups.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a four-year degree in planning, urban studies (or a closely related field). A master's degree is preferred. Membership in the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) is desirable. Four years of professional planning experience at the senior level or higher in a public agency, including supervisory experience. An equivalent combination of experience and education may be evaluated for qualifying experience on a case-by-case basis.

The City of Port Angeles is an equal opportunity employer. First review: February 21, 2016 (open until filled). To apply online, visit Prothman at: http://www.prothman.com/ and click on "Submit Your Application" and follow the directions provided. Application materials will only be accepted electronically via the website. For questions, please call 206-368-0050.

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 Urban Planner - Boston, MA

Senior Urban Planner
Harriman
Boston, MA

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Economic Planning and Development

Land-Use Management and Code Enforcement

Parks and Recreation Planning

Planning Management, Budgeting and Finance

Urban Design

Experience: 

7-10 years

Website: http://www.harriman.com/

Location: 

Boston, MA

Harriman is seeking a highly-motivated, self-directed and creative planner to take an active role managing a number of projects in its Boston based urban design and planning studio. Responsibilities include maintaining overall control and responsibility for projects; organizing and directing project teams, including sub-consultants; managing client relationships; developing scopes of services and managing budgets and schedules; and developing high quality, thoughtful deliverables.

Applicants should have excellent organizational and communication skills and the ability to produce high-quality work products within budget both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team on multiple time-sensitive assignments. Applicants should possess strong research, writing and presentation skills, excellent conceptual design skills with land use and physical planning experience, experience in developing zoning recommendations, and curiosity to explore and try out new professional methods and tools.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for design, presentation, documentation and production of planning projects
• Develop strategic recommendations
• Prepare technical studies to support recommendations
• Prepare technical and illustrative materials for meetings
• Conduct public outreach and community engagement programs, including interviews and on-site outreach
• Lead meetings with clients, advisory committees, stakeholders, municipal officials and the general public
• Organize and write final reports
• Mentor junior staff

Qualifications:

• An advanced degree in city planning, urban design or related field
• A minimum of 7-10 years of professional planning experience
• A minimum of 3 years of experience managing projects, including writing scopes of services, developing internal project teams, managing budgets, managing schedules, and directing staff contributions to projects

Harriman is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status.

As an equal opportunity employer, Harriman is committed to a diverse workforce. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. If you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application, may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Denise Ireland, Human Resources Administrator.

Please apply online at www.harriman.com and forward cover letter, resume and work samples.

Community Planner - USDOT - Chicago, IL

Community Planner

Department Of Transportation

Federal Transit Administration

Chicago, IL 

Job Announcement Number: FTA.R5-2016-0002
SALARY RANGE: $64,650.00 to $100,000.00 / Per Year
OPEN PERIOD: Thursday, January 14, 2016 to Wednesday, January 20, 2016
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0020-11/12 (Open to All U.S. Citizens) JAC
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time - Permanent
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 12
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy in the following location: Chicago, IL

WHO MAY APPLY:
Applications will be accepted from any U.S. Citizen.

This job is also being advertised for applicants eligible for status consideration. Current and former status employees and veterans who qualify under VEOA are encouraged to also apply to announcement: FTA.R5-2016-0003

SECURITY CLEARANCE:
Public Trust - Background Investigation
SUPERVISORY STATUS:No

JOB SUMMARY:
About the Agency
The position is located in the Office of Planning and Program Development for Federal Transit Administration Region V, Chicago, Illinois and is under the supervision of the office director. This office is responsible for the oversight of state/local planning and programming activities leading up to and including the award of all grants related to all FTA programs. The incumbent is responsible for assisting in the administration of regional activities related to project development. Project development activities include assisting grantees and other local and State agencies in compliance with FTA, state and metropolitan planning regulations, and compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).

IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT: This position is perfect for entry to mid-level planner seeking a career with the Federal Transit Administration, and opportunity to apply project management, and technical skills to public transit and/or public works projects.

NOTE: If selected for an interview for this position – at the interview stage, candidates will be given a particular topic to use to draft a writing sample.

TRAVEL REQUIRED: Occasional Travel. Frequent Travel of up to 10% may be required.
RELOCATION AUTHORIZED: No

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• You must be a U.S. citizen & meet specialized experience to qualify.
• Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.
• Review Required Documents Section as documents are required by closing date
• Job announcement may be used to fill similar positions within 30 days.
• Announcement also advertised to status applicants: FTA.R5-2016-0003

DUTIES:
At the full performance level, the Community Planner:

• Monitors and reviews the state and metropolitan transportation planning process to ensure that an efficient transportation program is developed which is consistent with local, state and Federal objectives.Limit the duties listed to the top 5 or so based on the job analysis, not the PD.
• Coordinates grant program, funding and project issues with other US DOT modes and other Federal agencies (e.g., HUD, EPA, DOL, etc.).
• Represents FTA through oral and written communications in meetings at Regional and Headquarters levels and in the field with state and local governments, transit operators, MPO, representatives of public and privately owned carriers, and various public and private groups concerned with transit matters.
• Provides engineering and project management assistance to program managers, senior staff and grantees. The objective is to insure that projects are properly designed and managed to achieve the approved purpose and are completed on schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must (1) meet the Education Requirement for the series, (2) provide a copy of transcripts for verification, AND (3) meet either the education or specialized experience requirements for the grade at which you are requesting consideration.

For the GS-11, to qualify on Experience, you must have one year of specialized experience equal or equivalent to the following: 

• Experience planning, coordinating, or monitoring planning projects, or studies, or carrying out operating assignments, which involve planning problems that are conventional in nature, but of considerable scope.
• Experience with state and/or metropolitan transportation planning processes to ensure that an effective and efficient transportation program is developed which is consistent with required objectives. To qualify on Education, you must have: 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree OR Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree.You can also qualify on a combination of higher level graduate education and matching experience.

For the GS-12, to qualify on Experience, you must have one year of specialized experience equal or equivalent to the following:

• Experience planning, coordinating, or monitoring planning projects, or studies, or carrying out operating assignments, which involve planning problems that are conventional in nature, but of considerable scope.
• Experience providing technical assistance with program and project management. There is no educational substitute at the GS-12.

MANDATORY EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: In order to qualify for this series, you must meet the following education/experience requirements:

• You must have completed a full 4-year course of study at an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in community planning or a related field such as urban affairs, architecture, landscape architecture, engineering, sociology, geography, economics, political science, or public administration that included at least 12 semester hours in the planning process, socioeconomic and physical elements of planning, urban and regional economic analysis, and development finance, from an accredited college or university.
• Note: Applicants with degrees in related fields, such as those listed above, who do not have the 12 semester hours of specified course work must have had at least 1 year of work experience in community planning acquired under the supervision and guidance of a community planner.                                                                         OR
• You must have a combination of education and experience--courses equivalent to a major in one of the above disciplines, or a combination of related courses totaling at least 24 semester hours in any combination of the above disciplines of which at least 12 semester hours were in the planning process, and socioeconomic and physical elements of planning, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
• The quality of the combination of education and experience must be sufficient to demonstrate that the applicant possesses the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform work in the occupation, and is comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of a full 4-year course of study with a major in the appropriate field. In addition to courses in the major and related fields, a typical college degree would have included courses that involved analysis, writing, critical thinking, research, etc. These courses would have provided an applicant with skills and abilities sufficient to perform progressively more responsible work in the occupation. Therefore, creditable experience should have demonstrated similarly appropriate skills or abilities needed to perform the work of the occupation.             

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service.
DEU REQUIREMENTS: Applicants selected under delegated examining procedures may be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed).
This position involves travel. A government contractor-issued travel card will be issued and must be retained for official business only.

Telework: Manager may exercise discretion to allow a limited amount of regular or task-based telework for this position.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
If you meet the qualification requirements, your application will be placed in one of four categories: Platinum, Gold, Silver or Bronze, which is based upon your responses to the vacancy questions. Within these categories, applicants eligible for veteran's preference that have provided supporting documents will receive selection priority over non-veterans. The top rated applications will be reviewed for the quality of your experience, education and training relevant to the position. The answers you select in the on-line process must be substantiated in your application package. If upon review, it is determined that your described work history, competencies, and/or supporting documents do not support your answer choices, you may not be referred to the selecting official. Please ensure that your work history provides enough details to support your answers.
To preview questions please click here.

BENEFITS:
You can review our benefits at:https://jobs.mgsapps.monster.com/dot/vacancy/preview!benefits.hms?orgId=2&jnum=73579

OTHER INFORMATION:
Displaced employees may be eligible for ICTAP or CTAP priority consideration. For more information, please review the OPM Employee's Guide to Career Transition.

HOW TO APPLY:
You must submit a complete application package (including resume, vacancy questions and supporting documents) no later than midnight Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement.

To begin, click the "Apply Online" button on the job announcement posting.
Follow the directions to register, submit all required documents and complete the assessment questionnaire.

You may review your saved application(s) at https://my.usajobs.gov.If you are having difficulty applying online, please contact the DOT Automated Staffing Office during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET) at (202) 366-1298. You may also email us at Transjobs@dot.gov.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
The following documents must be provided by the close date:

• RESUME - Needs to be created within USA Jobs Resume Builder. It must show relevant experience, education, and fully support the required specialized experience.
• COMPLETED QUESTIONNAIRE
• TRANSCRIPTS - verifying that you meet the stated education requirements, if you are qualifying based on education.
• TRANSCRIPTS - Verifying that you meet the stated education requirements for the series OR an SF-50 showing that you have already qualified and worked in the federal service in this series.
• VETERANS - In order to be considered as a preference eligible, you must submit a copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD214. Your DD214 need not be official but must show the type of discharge and dates of active duty. If you are claiming preference eligibility as a disabled veteran, you must submit proof of entitlement of this preference which is normally a valid letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs certifying to the present existence of the service-connected disability and indicating the percentage of your disability.
• SPECIAL APPOINTING AUTHORITY DOCUMENTS - If requesting concurrent consideration for Non-competitive (NC) appointment eligibility (e.g. military spouse or persons with disabilities), you must provide appropriate supporting documentation such as PCS orders describing move & marriage certificate; letter from VA or DD214 describing 100% disability of spouse; letter from State Vocational Office certifying disability, etc. For more information, visit military spouse NC appointments or Persons with Disabilities NC appointments.Documents are only required if requesting non-competitive consideration.
• DISPLACED EMPLOYEE PLACEMENT DOCUMENTS - Only required if requesting priority consideration under CTAP/ICTAP. You must submit ALL of the following: (1) your most recent performance appraisal, (2) the proof of eligibility letter from the Agency, and (3) your most current SF-50, displaying current series and grade. In addition, you must meet the well qualified standards for this vacancy (falling in the Gold Category).Failure to submit any of the required documents by the closing date of the vacancy will result in your removal from consideration for this position.

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Automated Staffing Office
Phone: 202-366-1298
Fax: 571-258-4052
Email: TRANSJOBS@dot.gov
Agency Information:
DOT, FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION
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1200 New Jersey Ave SE / HAHR - 50
Washington, DC
20590
US
Fax: 571-258-4052

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
You may check your application status by logging into USAJobs.com. (Select "My USAJOBS" and click "Applications"). Within two weeks of the closing date, a Human Resources Specialist will evaluate your application. Ratings will be determined based on the documents and information received by the closing date. Qualified candidates will be assigned a score between 70 and 100, not including points that may be assigned for veterans' preference. The most highly qualified candidates are then referred to the hiring manager for further consideration. If you are selected for an interview, we will contact you directly. Once the position is filled, we will notify all applicants of their final status.

Community/Economic Development - South Bend, IN

Assistant Executive Director - Department of Community Investment

City of South Bend

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Economic Planning and Development

Real Estate Development

Urban Design

Experience: 

5-7 years

Contact person: 

Christine Villaire                

Email: humanresources@southbendin.gov

Website: https://www.appone.com/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=1189101

Location: 

South Bend, IN

Serves as the ‘single point of contact’ in the City to assist businesses seeking to navigate the public process for purposes of economic development. Leads the City of South Bend's Business Development team and its activities to develop the strategies to effectively identify, recruit, support and enhance new and expanding businesses in the City and executes on those strategies. Supports the Executive Director of Community Investment in all of his/her responsibilities. Innovation, creativity, high energy and problem solving are critical skills toward incumbent’s success.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Reporting to Executive Director, responsible for daily operations of entire Community Investment Department and direct supervision of Business Development team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This list represents the types of duties required by the position. Other duties may be assigned as reasonably expected.
• Leads the department’s economic development and redevelopment activities including strategic planning, budgeting, hiring personnel and creating successful public-private partnerships.
• Develops performance measures based on accepted best practices to assess programming effectiveness.
• Leads strategic review of prospective development opportunities requesting City participation. Works with professional service providers (attorneys, financial consultants, engineers, etc.) along with developers/investors to finalize projects.
• Organizes internal interdisciplinary project teams around individual opportunities, drawing from the Planning, Analytics, Business Development, and Neighborhood Support groups within the Department, and from outside the Department where appropriate.
• Oversees implementation of approved development projects with City participation.
• Creates and deploys new business assistance programs, investment initiatives and revises existing program as necessary to increase effectiveness.
• Develops and maintains working relationship with key area businesses to facilitate growth and reinvestment in the City.
• Performs as Executive Director of City’s Industrial Revolving Fund including marketing, administrating and staffing its commercial loan program.
• Works collaboratively with private sector economic development groups to further City’s community investment goals and objectives.
• Researches, leverages, receives and deploys appropriate federal, state and local funding sources in furtherance of City development goals.
• Directs the management of the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of the City's economic development activities for the Urban Enterprise Zone Program.
• Meets with and advises City Officials, redevelopment commissioners, business leaders and other concerned citizens as to economic development, redevelopment, community development, business assistance, housing and neighborhood plans. 
• Supervises and evaluates progress of staff, and coordinates department's work with that of contractors, agencies and other City departments. 
• Works with the community's elected and appointed leadership to develop policy in the areas of business assistance and economic development and redevelopment.

NON-ESSENTIAL/MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:
• Assumes additional responsibilities as directed and as they relate to overall function.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION
• A college degree in public administration, urban planning, law, finance and economics or related field and five years of increasingly responsible positions in real estate and development, public housing, urban planning, urban redevelopment, community development, economic development or a similar area of work experience. 
• A graduate degree in business, public administration, urban planning, law, finance and economics or related field is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES PREFERRED
• Knowledge of principles and practices of urban planning, redevelopment, business assistance and economic development, neighborhood revitalization and housing programs;
• Knowledge of basic public administration procedures; ability to supervise a multifaceted public development agency and coordinate a variety of projects related to economic development, community development, urban redevelopment and neighborhood revitalization; ability to evaluate and analyze complex plans, projects, and programs, taking into consideration such factors as the public budget process, the sources and uses of revenue, the conflicting community viewpoints and plans, the political process, strategic planning considerations and other difficulties; 
• Ability to direct a professional staff; ability to relate well with community leaders, elected and appointed officials and diverse community and civic groups;
• Ability to clearly explain long term, complex plans and alternatives in both private and public meetings and presentations.

Transformative Development Initiative - Boston, MA

Fellowships
MassDevelopment Finance Agency

Transformative Development Initiative: TDI Fellows Program MassDevelopment is accepting qualifications for its second-year candidate pool for the Transformative Development Initiative [TDI] Fellows.

Professional Area: 

Economic Planning and Development

Experience: 

5-7 years

Location: 

Boston, MA

The Transformative Development Initiative [TDI] is a cross-agency program at MassDevelopment designed to accelerate redevelopment in the Massachusetts Gateway Cities. The Agency is looking for enthusiastic, entrepreneurial, and accomplished mid-career professionals with diverse experiences who are passionate about the economic, redevelopment, and community-development opportunities in these cities.

Three TDI Fellows will serve as MassDevelopment employees in TDI Districts in the Gateway Cities of Brockton, New Bedford, and Pittsfield for three years to advance TDI redevelopment activities. This second cohort of fellows will join colleagues in Haverhill, Lynn, and Springfield .
The Initiative provides a strategic focus on districts, supporting local public-private collaborative partnerships, and enhanced community engagement by building on localized planning efforts and increase community capacity in revitalization.

This next pool of TDI Fellows will start by April 2016.

Minimum selection requirements for this position include bachelor’s degree with 5-7 years of professional experience in planning, real estate, and economic development in the public and/or private sector, and have a passion for redevelopment in small cities.
Interested candidates who meet the qualifications described here: www.massdevelopment.com/fellows, should submit their qualifications to fellows@massdevelopment.com.

Applications for this next TDI Fellows Candidate Pool will be accepted until midnight, Friday, January 29, 2015.