Who: Metropolitan Nashville Planning Department, Land Development and Design Division: Current Planning
What: Nashville/Davidson County is seeking experienced individuals to join the Land Development and Design Division. Music City was ranked No. 5 on the “U.S. Regions To Watch In 2014” list published on Forbes.com, and named one of Travel and Leisure's Best Places to Travel in 2014 and one of The New York Times' 52 Places to Go in 2014. It is an exciting time to be a part of a team that is shaping Nashville’s future.
The Planner 2 will be responsible for reviewing complex land development cases. This position may review Council bills, agendas and other documents for accuracy. Additionally, this position will attend and make presentations at Planning Commission meetings. Assigned to the Land Development & Design Division of the Metropolitan Planning Department, the Planner 2 will perform and coordinate professional level work related to site plans, zone changes, PUDs, text amendments, permits and subdivision plats.
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Senior Planner - Metropolitan Council (St. Paul, MN)
Who: The Metropolitan Council is the regional government agency serving the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services.
Our Community Development Division is responsible for the Council's regional growth strategy, planning and technical assistance to local communities, and parks and open space. This also includes the Metropolitan Housing and Redevelopment Authority (Metro HRA) and the Livable Communities Program.
What: The Senior Planner will be responsible for supporting the Community Development Department's responsibility for the preparation and maintenance of the regional development guide (Thrive MSP 2040), and Regional Systems and Policy Plans, which includes review of local comprehensive plan amendments, environmental reviews, watershed district plans, housing reviews, and other planning types of reviews. Will serve as a sector representative providing planning technical assistance to Council members and local governments. Will assist in the development of resources and technical assistance related to implementation of local comprehensive plans.
Our Community Development Division is responsible for the Council's regional growth strategy, planning and technical assistance to local communities, and parks and open space. This also includes the Metropolitan Housing and Redevelopment Authority (Metro HRA) and the Livable Communities Program.
What: The Senior Planner will be responsible for supporting the Community Development Department's responsibility for the preparation and maintenance of the regional development guide (Thrive MSP 2040), and Regional Systems and Policy Plans, which includes review of local comprehensive plan amendments, environmental reviews, watershed district plans, housing reviews, and other planning types of reviews. Will serve as a sector representative providing planning technical assistance to Council members and local governments. Will assist in the development of resources and technical assistance related to implementation of local comprehensive plans.
Municipal Planner (Land Use & Urban Design) - Memphis & Shelby County
Who: Memphis and Shelby County Department of Planning and Development
What: The municipal planner works under general supervision of the Manager of the Land Use Controls Section of the Office of Planning and Development to act as project manager for individual land use requests presented to the Memphis and Shelby County Land Use Control Board and Board of Adjustment.
Responsibilities include:
What: The municipal planner works under general supervision of the Manager of the Land Use Controls Section of the Office of Planning and Development to act as project manager for individual land use requests presented to the Memphis and Shelby County Land Use Control Board and Board of Adjustment.
Responsibilities include:
Project Coordinator - Lightengale Group (Chicago)
Who: Lightengale Group is a real estate development consulting firm. Our strong suit is the coordination of financing for multi-family rental affordable housing. We also coordinate the development process (architect, contractor, property management) for several of our clients. We currently do work in Illinois, Iowa, Mississippi, and Georgia and continue to expand into new states. We have been in business since 1999. For more information about Lightengale Group, see lightengalegroup.com.
What: Lightengale Group takes a team approach to completing quality work for our clients. Each team has a Project Coordinator and Project Manager and is supervised by the Partners. Each team is assigned a variety of projects that the team sees through from beginning to end. In the team, the Project Coordinator supports the Project Manager and completes a wide range of tasks for each project. The Project Manager provides guidance, support and mentorship so that the Coordinator will learn and understand more of the deal process and be able to work more independently. This is a career track position as all are expected to hone their skills and increase their capacity over time.
We have many interesting projects that require flexibility, competency, and speed. We are especially interested in a candidate who has demonstrated experience with juggling multiple demanding projects simultaneously and enjoys the challenge of meeting deadlines while taking ownership of the process. The Project Coordinator will be expected to handle many aspects of several projects working in a project team and will work with projects during the initial feasibility stage, predevelopment/ funding, and closing stage. While the work is highly varied and difficult to predict on a day to day basis, the general work includes the following:
What: Lightengale Group takes a team approach to completing quality work for our clients. Each team has a Project Coordinator and Project Manager and is supervised by the Partners. Each team is assigned a variety of projects that the team sees through from beginning to end. In the team, the Project Coordinator supports the Project Manager and completes a wide range of tasks for each project. The Project Manager provides guidance, support and mentorship so that the Coordinator will learn and understand more of the deal process and be able to work more independently. This is a career track position as all are expected to hone their skills and increase their capacity over time.
We have many interesting projects that require flexibility, competency, and speed. We are especially interested in a candidate who has demonstrated experience with juggling multiple demanding projects simultaneously and enjoys the challenge of meeting deadlines while taking ownership of the process. The Project Coordinator will be expected to handle many aspects of several projects working in a project team and will work with projects during the initial feasibility stage, predevelopment/ funding, and closing stage. While the work is highly varied and difficult to predict on a day to day basis, the general work includes the following:
Lead Planner (2 positions available) – City of Kansas City, MO
Who: Kansas City, MO – City Planning & Development Department – Development Management Division
What: Lead Planner - Manages complex, controversial development projects throughout the city from conception to completion of construction. Provides advice to developers and the public. Utilizes expertise in review and analysis of development proposals, and formulates a professional recommendation to the City Plan Commission, Board of Zoning Adjustment, City Council and other committees and neighborhood groups as needed. Manages special projects as assigned by management to address complex land use, urban design, transportation, economic and socio-cultural challenges. Manages long-term projects which often phases over many years or decades. Builds and nurtures relationships with the public, development community, and staff from other city departments and external agencies to facilitate the ongoing development and redevelopment of Kansas City. Utilizes advanced technical knowledge including but not limited to plan and subdivision review, technical and persuasive writing and presentation skills, ability to focus on details in the context of the bigger picture, ability to manage multiple overlapping deadlines, and extensive knowledge of key land use planning and urban design principles. Supervision may be exercised over a staff of professional, technical and clerical personnel.
What: Lead Planner - Manages complex, controversial development projects throughout the city from conception to completion of construction. Provides advice to developers and the public. Utilizes expertise in review and analysis of development proposals, and formulates a professional recommendation to the City Plan Commission, Board of Zoning Adjustment, City Council and other committees and neighborhood groups as needed. Manages special projects as assigned by management to address complex land use, urban design, transportation, economic and socio-cultural challenges. Manages long-term projects which often phases over many years or decades. Builds and nurtures relationships with the public, development community, and staff from other city departments and external agencies to facilitate the ongoing development and redevelopment of Kansas City. Utilizes advanced technical knowledge including but not limited to plan and subdivision review, technical and persuasive writing and presentation skills, ability to focus on details in the context of the bigger picture, ability to manage multiple overlapping deadlines, and extensive knowledge of key land use planning and urban design principles. Supervision may be exercised over a staff of professional, technical and clerical personnel.
Director of Design Center - City of Charleston, SC
Director of Design Center
City of Charleston
Professional Area:
Architecture
Landscape Architecture
Location:
Charleston, SC
Implements the mission, goals and objectives of the Design Division, a studio established to provide design expertise to the City and to elevate community dialogue on urban design issues. Supervises the center's daily operations by performing the following duties.
Responsible for the overall operation of the Design Division and Urban Design Center, establishing and maintaining its role in creating and achieving a civic urban design vision. Develops urban design, landscape architecture and architectural proposals for the Department of Planning, Preservation and Sustainability.
Coordinates, reviews, approves, and presents plans to department head and Planning staff for approval. Assists with implementation of proposals in coordination with Planning staff and other City departments.
Communicates with stakeholders and the public by producing and organizing publications, meetings and events. Supervises staff engaged in the daily operations of the Civic Design Center. Develops a collaborative relationship with City departments to ensure the implementation of goals. Conducts research, develops urban design standards and develops design concepts into presentations. Performs other duties as assigned.
Requires: Bachelor's degree (Architecture or Landscape architecture degree preferred) and six years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid state issued driver's license.
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a thorough knowledge of 3-D Software, Computer Aided Design, Adobe Suite- Graphic Design, Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Excel and Word or similar software.
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Planner II / Associate Planner - City of North Chicago, IL
Planner II / Associate Planner
City of North Chicago, IL - Chicago, IL
$55,612 - $74,124 a year
Click here to apply
City of North Chicago, IL - Chicago, IL
Branch Chief (Planner V), Fairfax County Government - Fairfax, VA
Branch Chief (Planner V)
Fairfax County Government
Professional Area:
Other topics not covered above
Experience:
5-7 years
Location:
Fairfax, VA
Job # 15-02062 $76,347.02 - $127,244.83 Annually
Proffer Interpretations/Special Projects Zoning, Evaluation Division. Exciting opportunity for a planner experienced in the formulation, negotiation and interpretation of proffers, and development conditions. Position presents an opportunity to participate in designing improvements related to overall development process.
Supervises staff in interpretation of proffers and development conditions related to approved zoning applications, and the formulation of substantial conformance determinations for administrative minor modifications pursuant to the zoning ordinance. Supervises staff completing other action assignments, including interpretation appeals, requests for additional time, and special projects. Supervises staff responsible for review of zoning applications for acceptance in accordance with zoning ordinance submission requirements.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university in a planning-related field; plus five years of experience in a planning-related field (preferably in the specific area of assignment). A master's degree may be substituted for one year of the required experience. The years of experience should include a minimum of three years of experience in the specific area of assignment, e.g., zoning evaluation, zoning administration, zoning enforcement, public facility, environmental and/or land use planning.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Strong written and oral communication skills. Professional experience in the planning, zoning and site plan review fields, including supervisory experience. Master's degree in planning or closely related field. Experience should include several years in zoning evaluation/development review as well as supervision of staff. Ability to use personal computer equipment. Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as negotiations skills, are necessary. Knowledge of Virginia planning laws highly desirable.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: October 30, 2015 by 5:00 p.m. EST.
SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel Interview, may include written exercise.
Fairfax County is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran’s status or disabled veterans’ status.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. Minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TTY.
Assistant Planner City of Rancho Mirage
Assistant Planner
City of Rancho Mirage
Experience:
Entry level
Contact person:
Letty Gallegos-Gallardo
Phone:
760-324-4511, ext 231
Fax:
760-321-1647
Email:
lettyg@ranchomirageca.gov
Website:
Location:
City of Rancho Mirage, CA
The City of Rancho Mirage is recruiting to fill one planning position on its planning team.
This position is under general supervision, responsibilities may include: processing of planning applications; providing information and assistance to the public, City departments and other agencies regarding planning related issues; reviews zoning and development applications; performs research; prepares maps, graphs, models, and reports; presents projects to the Planning Commission; coordinates special projects and performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility, including code interpretations.
For more information on how to apply and application materials please visit our website at www.RanchoMirageCA.gov.
Apply By: 5 pm, November 9, 2015.
Land Use Planner Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP - Los Angeles, CA
Land Use Planner
Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Professional Area:
Land-Use Management and Code Enforcement
Experience:
7-10 years
Contact person:
Sharon Lombardi
Phone:
213-617-5568
Fax:
213-617-5584
Email:
hr.la@sheppardmullin.com
Website:
Location:
Los Angeles, CA
Sheppard Mullin’s Los Angeles Real Estate, Land Use and Environmental Practice Group is seeking an Urban Planner to join its team of land use and real estate attorneys in Los Angeles. Responsibilities will include assisting in a wide range of land use planning and development projects for public and private sector clients, inclusive of the preparation of entitlement applications, California Environmental Quality Act documents, specific plans and other long- range planning documents. The Planner will also have an opportunity to present projects before state and local government agencies. Strong verbal and written communication skills are required. A minimum of 3 to 10 years of private or public sector experience is required and the ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in urban planning. Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter and writing sample to Alfred Fraijo by email at afraijo@sheppardmullin.com. Starting salary will be competitive and depend on the candidate’s experience.
Learn more about the firm at www.sheppardmullin.com
City Engineer - City of Stephenville, TX
City Engineer
City of Stephenville
Professional Area:
Civil Engeering
Experience:
3-5 years
Contact person:
Sheryl Truss
Phone:
254-918-1221
Fax:
254-918-1207
Email:
struss@stephenvilletx.gov
Website:
Location:
Stephenville, TX
This position will be responsible for administration and coordination of the city's engineering services under the general supervision of the Director of Public Works. Duties include coordinating the design, construction and maintenance of the city's infrastructure, review and approval of plans, project management of design and construction contracts, coordination of construction contracts, coordination of construction inspector activities and assisting with budget preparation.
The ideal candidate must be able to establish and maintain professional working relationship with others.
Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering; State of Texas Professional Engineer license; Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in Civil Engineering; Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations; Valid Driver's License.
**All applicants must visit our city website and complete a City of Stephenville application to be sent along with resume.
This can be done online at our city website shown above.
Transportation Planner III, Fairfax County Department of Transportation - Fairfax, VA
Transportation Planner III
Fairfax County Department of Transportation
Professional Area:
Transportation Planning
Experience:
3-5 years
Location:
Fairfax, VA
$64,961 - $108,268 Job # 15-01822
Responsible for all aspects of project management and coordination for complex multi-modal transportation projects. Coordinates the development, design, and review of transportation projects, plans, and feasibility studies; this includes intersection, roadway, and multi-modal projects, such as pedestrian, bicycle, transit, and parking facilities. Reviews transportation facility design plans and resolves project issues. Develops scopes for new projects which includes developing project cost estimates. Reviews traffic studies, data and performs transportation planning analyses. Prepares technical reports, correspondence and other written documents. Coordinates project development with residents, agencies, and elected officials. May supervise one transportation planner.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, urban, regional or transportation planning, or a closely related field; plus four years of experience related to transportation planning.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Valid state motor vehicle operator's license.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience in two or more of the following areas: performing transportation planning for roadway and multimodal projects, traffic engineering, and/or transportation design. Strong analytical, verbal and writing skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with government officials and the general public. Professional Engineer (PE) license desirable. Experience in project management.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work is generally sedentary. However, employee may be required to do some walking, standing, bending, and carrying of items less than 25 pounds in weight. Conducts periodic field observations requiring standing, riding, and exposure to the elements (weather).
SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview.
APPLY ONLINE at agency.governmentjobs.com/fairfaxcounty/ by October 9, 2015. Fairfax County is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran’s status or disabled veteran's status. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314.
Minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TTY.
Director of Planning, Denver Water - Denver, CO
Director of Planning
Denver Water
Professional Area:
Civil Engineering
Land-Use Management and Code Enforcement
Planning Management, Budgeting and Finance
Information Technology / GIS
Experience:
7-10 years
Contact person:
Pam Derby
Phone:
916-471-3126
Location:
Denver, CO
Denver Water - Denver, Colorado
Director of Planning
Annual salary range: $134,971 - $209,352
Application Deadline: Friday, October 23, 2015
This is a unique opportunity to join a nationally renowned municipal water agency poised for significant change, unprecedented collaborations and the opportunity to positively affect water supply issues for future generations.
Established in 1918, Denver Water is Colorado’s oldest and largest water utility. Today, Denver Water serves more than 1.3 million people – about 25 percent of Colorado’s population – with less than 2 percent of the water used in the state; and, provides water service to residents beyond Denver’s city limits through contractual relationships with distributors.
Appointed by and reporting to the CEO, the Director of Planning is responsible for functions relating to raw water development planning and operation; water rights analysis, protection and development; raw water, ground water and treated water modeling and analysis; hydraulic system planning; demographics, land use and plan review; serves as an ambassador for the CEO and the Board on water resource and environmental issues throughout the state, regionally and nationally; negotiates complex water resource, operational and environmental agreements; provides strategic direction and vision for planning the water supply future for Denver Water and its customers.
The ideal candidate will bring a Bachelors’ and preferably advanced degree in business or public administration, urban or regional planning, water resource planning, law or engineering. Some exposure or familiarity with the technology tools of planning, such as GIS, modeling, etc., or related field; ten years’ experience, including four years in a senior managerial position, in a water agency or utility, or in a closely related water field, including responsibility for policy and managerial decision-making.
To download the recruitment brochure which includes comprehensive application instructions, please go to:http://www.cpshr.us/documents/ExecSearch/DW_PD.pdf
For more information contact:
Pam Derby
CPS HR Consulting
916-471-3126
Recruitment Brochure: www.cpshr.us/search
Denver Water website: www.denverwater.org
Director of Planning
Annual salary range: $134,971 - $209,352
Application Deadline: Friday, October 23, 2015
This is a unique opportunity to join a nationally renowned municipal water agency poised for significant change, unprecedented collaborations and the opportunity to positively affect water supply issues for future generations.
Established in 1918, Denver Water is Colorado’s oldest and largest water utility. Today, Denver Water serves more than 1.3 million people – about 25 percent of Colorado’s population – with less than 2 percent of the water used in the state; and, provides water service to residents beyond Denver’s city limits through contractual relationships with distributors.
Appointed by and reporting to the CEO, the Director of Planning is responsible for functions relating to raw water development planning and operation; water rights analysis, protection and development; raw water, ground water and treated water modeling and analysis; hydraulic system planning; demographics, land use and plan review; serves as an ambassador for the CEO and the Board on water resource and environmental issues throughout the state, regionally and nationally; negotiates complex water resource, operational and environmental agreements; provides strategic direction and vision for planning the water supply future for Denver Water and its customers.
The ideal candidate will bring a Bachelors’ and preferably advanced degree in business or public administration, urban or regional planning, water resource planning, law or engineering. Some exposure or familiarity with the technology tools of planning, such as GIS, modeling, etc., or related field; ten years’ experience, including four years in a senior managerial position, in a water agency or utility, or in a closely related water field, including responsibility for policy and managerial decision-making.
To download the recruitment brochure which includes comprehensive application instructions, please go to:http://www.cpshr.us/documents/ExecSearch/DW_PD.pdf
For more information contact:
Pam Derby
CPS HR Consulting
916-471-3126
Recruitment Brochure: www.cpshr.us/search
Denver Water website: www.denverwater.org
GIS Planner - City of Stephenville, TX
GIS Planner
City of Stephenville
Professional Area:
Facilities and Infrastructure Planning
Experience:
1-3 years
Contact person:
Sheryl Truss
Phone:
254-918-1221
Fax:
254-918-1207
Email:
struss@stephenvilletx.gov
Website:
Location:
Stephenville, TX
The City of Stephenville is currently accepting applications for the position of Planner/GIS Coordinator.
- Responsible for current and comprehensive planning initiatives through plat, site plan reviews and assisting with permitting.
- Responsible for maintenance and technical support for Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for the preparation of maps, aerial photos and data surveys.
- Prepare agenda packets and attend Commission meetings, conduct policy research and make recommendations as needed.
- Performs routine and complex technical work for planning, community development, environmental, or related programs and projects.
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