Associate Planner - Village of Bartlett, IL

 

Associate Planner

• Type:Full Time
• Salary/Pay Rate:$60,000 - $67,000 DOQ
• Posted Date:02/14/2024 12:46 PM

The Village of Bartlett, IL (population 42,000), is a progressive, growing community located 35 miles west of downtown Chicago in Cook, DuPage and Kane Counties. The Planning and Development Services Department is seeking an Associate Planner to assist with reviewing permit applications for compliance with zoning and subdivision codes, conducting site inspections, processing development applications and preparing staff reports for Village Boards and Commissions. This position has potential for advancement into a more senior role.

Applicants must apply on-line here.

GIS Specialist - City of Washington, Illinois

Application Link: GIS Specialist 

Job Description

• Under direct supervision, performs basic to moderate GIS data and geometric network development activities, including developing and updating GIS databases from hard copy maps, site plans, existing electronic data sets, and field survey data.
• Identifies and accounts for differences in map projections and overlay of information from different sources. Supports the development of map layouts, atlas maps, and web maps. May collect field data using laptops or a tablet and/or GPS unit.
• Performs quality control or quality assurance measures to check data, using specific methods prescribed by others.
• Conducts basic GIS analysis to support City initiatives and projects. This may include the generation of geospatial statistics, spatial analysis, and temporal analysis within ESRI ArcGIS Solutions.
• Determines required program parameters and languages, writes programs in ESRI ArcGIS solutions through Python, Arcade, SQL scripts and queries or other appropriate languages for applications
• Tests applications developed by others, usually using a prescribed testing plan. Supports end users for specific applications.
• Develops very simple scripts and/or applications or modify applications developed by others, particularly python scrips or web applications. Develops basic geodatabases designs and makes minor changes to intermediate to complex databases/ geodatabases including changes to database tables, fields, etc., with the design decisions being developed by others.
• Supports the specification, installation, and testing of Geospatial hardware and software. May support installation of hardware and software at client sites.
• Discusses user problems to be solved such as planning, modeling and specific assessment of conditions
• Creates and manages geospatial databases
• Performs data analytics and prepares data that is useful and understandable
• Develops techniques for systems enhancement; performs equipment interfacing and network configurations
• Oversees entry of data into database
• Tests and debugs systems outputs
• Verifies system malfunctions and determines appropriate course of action
• Maintains currency in technical developments by interactions with other professionals and system vendors
• Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of a Bachelor's Degree in GIS, Geography, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, computer science, or related field
• One (1) year of experience in a GIS role
• Basic knowledge of Esri ArcGIS 10.x, ArcGIS Online, GPS technology, and related geospatial software tools.
• Good communication and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Model Builder ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS HUB, Utility Network, and Parcel Fabric
• Previous programming experience in Python, Arcade, Html, SQL, XML, JSON, Net, SQL Server, SDE Administration, and SQL.

Salary Range:

• $45,000-$61,819 - dependent upon qualifications

History of Washington:

Established in 1825, Washington has a rapidly growing population of over 16,000 persons. We are proud of our reputation as a vibrant community offering a high quality of life supported by excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, diverse parks and recreation offerings and a resident population motivated by community involvement and volunteerism.

Who we are:

As a local government agency, the City serves the citizens of Washington. We do that through the effective implementation of various departments, such as Finance, Planning and Development, Public Safety, Engineering and Public Works. We strive to promote and build a community that serves as a foundation for a high quality of life and small-town charm.

To do that, the City of Washington employs roughly 70 highly qualified individuals, many of whom have served the City for 10-25 years. We work hard, we care for each other, we embrace change and find joy in serving the community of Washington.

Our investment is in YOU:

We pride ourselves on being an organization that cares, not only about our community, but about our employees, as well. We care for you and your ability to create a healthy work-life balance. The City offers a robust array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision and various retirement planning options.

Project Coordinator - The City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development

Who: The City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development

What: Under general supervision, the Project Coordinator position administers the year-round grant application process,and assists in the marketing of the program to businesses to promote job training programs for small and mid- sized Chicago companies that commit to training new and/or incumbent workers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Assistant Planner, Richfield, MN DEADLINE 10/19/17

Assistant Planner

Date Posted: 10/5/2017

Closing Date: 10/19/17

Are you interested in working for an innovative, urban city in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area?  Are you a recent graduate in the urban planning field? The City of Richfield is looking to add an Assistant Planner to our dynamic, passionate, and fun team.  As part of the Community Development Department, you would work alongside the City Council, City Commissions, residents, and business owners to balance desires for reinvestment and desires to maintain the amenities that have made Richfield a great place to call home.  Development pressure in our area is strong; we are looking for someone who is ready to work in a fast-paced environment.  Candidates should have familiarity with and a minimum of one-year experience working in municipal government, the ability to read site plans and surveys, and to work both independently and cooperatively.  Strong time management, interpersonal and writing skills are required to be successful in this position.

Application forms and additional information may be obtained at www.richfieldmn.gov/jobs.  Only a City of Richfield on-line application will be accepted.

Planning and Development Services Director - City of Abilene, TX

Planning and Development Services Director

City of Abilene, TX 

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Planning Management, Budgeting and Finance

Urban Design

Experience: 

7-10 years

Contact person: 

Pam Derby

Phone: 

916-471-3126

Fax: 

916-561-7205

Email: 

resumes@cpshr.us

Website: 

http://www.cpshr.us/documents/ExecSearch/abilene_dpds.pdf

Location: 

Abilene, TX

City of Abilene, TX 

Planning and Development Services Director 
Annual salary: Negotiable DOE 
Filing Deadline: Friday, September 18, 2015 

The City of Abilene is seeking a servant-leader well versed in high performance governance philosophy to meaningfully contribute to an already progressive leadership team and a technically savvy Planning and Development Services department staff. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an established and respected team of planning professionals and to work together with them to create a new era of customer focused and responsive service. 

Located 150 miles west of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, the City of Abilene is home to 120,000 friendly people. The City represents an eclectic mix of Old West heritage, contemporary culture, and traditional values with a strong sense of community. The City is a West Texas centerpiece for education, employment, retail, and medical services. 

Reporting to the City Manager and/or Deputy City Manager, the Director plans, organizes, manages and directs the operations of the Department and exercises direct supervision over management, supervisory, professional, technical and clerical staff. Work is widely varied and involves evaluating, administering, developing and/or amending numerous plans, policies, ordinances and codes. The Director must ensure excellent customer service, professionalism and presentation skills are utilized in all program and service deliveries and is a member of the organization’s senior management team. A Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning or a closely related field and eight years of progressively responsible planning experience, including at least five years of supervisory experience, preferably in municipal government, and AICP certification is expected. A Master’s degree is preferred; however, any combination equivalent to experience and training to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be qualifying. 

To be considered, please immediately submit a cover letter, list of six work related references, current salary and resume to: 

Pam Derby 
CPS HR Consulting 
Ph: 916-471-3126 
Fx: 916-561-7205 
Email: resumes@cpshr.us 

To view an online brochure for this position visit: www.cpshr.us/search 
City of Abilene, TX website: www.abilenetx.com 

Planning and Development Associate, Charlotte Center City Partners - Charlotte, NC

Planning and Development Associate 

Charlotte Center City Partners

Professional Area: 

Architecture

Economic Planning and Development

Urban Design

Other topics not covered above

Experience: 

1-3 years

Email: 

employment@charlottecentercity.org

Website: 

http://www.charlottecentercity.org

Location: 

Charlotte, NC

Charlotte Center City Partners is seeking an experienced and professional individual with a background in Design, Development, and Urban Planning issues and initiatives.
The Planning and Development Associate will work directly with the Senior Vice President and Chief Planning and Development Officer and the Director of Research on various reports and projects that support the overall mission of Charlotte Center City Partners.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL TASKS

• Center City 2020 Vision Plan - tasks related to implementing plan recommendations such as theCharlotte Rail Trail, North Tryon Master Plan, 2nd Ward Neighborhood Plan, and West End neighborhoodcenter development
• Development – tasks related to implementing the South End neighborhood development strategy, Uptownplans and initiatives and retail strategies
• Planning and Development - assist with committee meetings, workshops and division administration

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 2 - 3 years of Design, Development and/or Urban Planning experience
• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in planning, urban design, economicsgeography, public policy or related field
• Possess excellent writing, communication and facilitation skills as well as visual presentation andgraphic design experience
• Experience using GIS, Microsoft products and Adobe Suite are strongly preferred, including but not limited to PowerPoint, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and SketchUp

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Salary is commensurate on candidate’s qualifications.
• CCCP offers a generous benefits health, dental, and vision insurance package, including a flexible spending option, and a 401K retirement program.

If you have any interest in this position please submit a cover letter and resume to employment@charlottecentercity.org by 5:00 pm on Friday, 4 September 2015.

Funding Programs Lead, Metro - Portland, Oregon

Funding Programs Lead

Metro - Portland, Oregon

April 24, 2015 

Professional Area: 

Transportation Planning

Experience: 

3-5 years

Website: 

http://www.oregonmetro.gov/jobs

Location: 

Portland, OR

The Funding Programs Lead performs a variety of complex transportation and funding research and program activities in the Resource Development Section of the Planning & Development Department. Develops, organizes and has responsibility for work program tasks and budgets; performs complex research and analysis; represents Metro in a variety of forums including project committee meetings and before elected boards and commissions, the general public and business and community groups; works with others in the section and department to develop Metro’s project funding and tracking procedures and reporting. Coordinates with other staff in the Department in a matrix management or project team format; manages the fund programming of the Metropolitan Transportation Improvement Program (MTIP) and Community Planning & Development Grant (CPDG) program and reports on MTIP outcomes; may serve as project lead. May provide lead direction to professional level staff within the program area. This position is supervised by the Resource Development Section Manager.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in program evaluation and reporting and use of tools for program monitoring; knowledge of financial forecasting techniques knowledge of federal transportation project funding regulations and knowledge of transportation planning and project development.

To apply: visit www.oregonmetro.gov/jobs for the complete job announcement and a link to our online hiring center. Application deadline: May 18, 2015 at 5 p.m. PDT; salary range: $69,480 - $93,110 annually.

Clean air and clean water do not stop at city limits or county lines. Neither does the need for jobs, a thriving economy, and sustainable transportation and living choices for people and businesses in the region. Voters have asked Metro to help with the challenges and opportunities that affect the 25 cities and three counties in the Portland metropolitan area.

A regional approach simply makes sense when it comes to providing services, operating venues and making decisions about how the region grows. Metro works with communities to support a resilient economy, keep nature close by and respond to a changing climate. Together we’re making a great place, now and for generations to come.

Metro is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 

Supervisor, Community Development Control and Permitting Planning and Development Department, Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo - Alberta, Canada

Supervisor, Community Development Control and Permitting Planning and Development Department 

Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo

December 31, 2014 

Contact person: 

Courtney Abbott

Phone: 

780-788-4307

Email: 

Courtney.abbott@woodbuffalo.ab.ca

Website: 

http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca

Location: 

Position Type/ Hours: This is a permanent full-time position working thirty-five (35) hours per week within the Community Development Planning Branch of the Planning and Development Department.

Position Description: The Supervisor, Development Control and Permitting is responsible for providing guidance and support to identify land use development issues that will impact the Municipality. The incumbent leads the department and sets priorities in developing, implementing, and evaluating statutory plans, policies, and procedures. Primary responsibilities of this position include:

Employee Development: Performs supervisory tasks for assigned team members. Works with team to plan and balance workload. Ensures teams are managed fairly and consistently and that work processes are followed and coordinated to ensure service levels. Mentors, coaches, and provides support to staff.Research and Implementation: Participates in the continuous research, development, improvement, and implementation of effective departmental strategies, tools, and guidelines based on the Municipality’s best practices. Analyzes the effectiveness of departmental programs and makes suggestions for further improvement. Provides input to department business plans, initiatives, and budget to ensure continuous achievement of department goals.Departmental Guidance: Supervises development approval process as per provisions of the Land Use Bylaw and the Municipal Government Act. Negotiates with builders and land developers as part of the land development regulatory process. Supervises implementation of Statutory Plans. Supervises development of amendments to the Land Use Bylaw. Develops, maintains, and monitors public consultation process. Participates in the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board process.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Regional and Urban Planning
• Master’s Degree in Urban or Regional Planning preferred. Designated Planner is preferred.
• Certified Planner with membership in Canadian Institute of Planners and Applied Land Use Planning Certificate are preferred.
• Five (5) years of experience in a municipal planning environment with a minimum of two (2) years of experience in a supervisory role.
• Experience working in a public sector environment with unionized and non-unionized employees considered an asset.An equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.

You will possess the following:

• Ability to empower people, strong organizational skills, and use of innovative approaches in situations involving rapid change, shifting priorities, and/or simultaneous demands.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills both verbal and written, as well as a demonstrated ability to assess situations from a business perspective.
• Strong team player with a collaborative style and project management and facilitation skills.
• Proven customer focus with demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with internal customers, external providers, and industry contacts.
• Adherence to administrative directives, policy, and legal requirements with knowledge of multicultural and other diversity and inclusion issues and strategies.
• Proficient in various software applications.
• Ability to understand and follow direction given by direct supervisor
• Sound, practical judgment using independent decision making.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering, architectural and site plans, and understand specifications.
• Must have sound knowledge of zoning, municipal by-laws, and provincial planning statutes.

Valid Alberta Class five (5) Driver’s license is preferred as incumbent may be required to operate a personal or municipal vehicle for business use.

Salary: Competitive Salary

In addition to the rate of pay, we offer other attractive incentives:-excellent training and development opportunities-an extensive employer paid benefits plan-an additional annual payment of $12,480 which represents a cost of living allowance

Requisition Number: 004151

Closing Date: January 9, 2015 at 11:59 PM

Posting Type: Internal & External

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.