Economic Development Specialist - Joliet

TITLE: Economic Development Specialist (Position Code #1012)

SALARY: This role’s targeted salary is $70,000-$85,000.

DEPARTMENT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

DIVISION: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Under general supervision, promotes the development and redevelopment of the City by leveraging private sector investment, offering public sector inducements, and soliciting grants from federal, state, and philanthropic entities; analyzes economic development projects and manages the implementation of these projects. This position performs advanced level economic development duties for the City involving high-level client interaction, collaborative partnerships, technical assignments, and financial analysis. Assists the Economic Development Director with activities related to business attraction, business retention, marketing, development research and other tasks to enhance the City’s economic and employment base.

Full description and application available here.

Senior Economic Development Specialist - Joliet

TITLE: Senior Economic Development Specialist

SALARY: $85,000- $105,000 (Targeted salary range, based on experience)

DEPARTMENT: Community Development

DIVISION: Economic Development

Under general supervision, promotes the development and redevelopment of the City by leveraging private sector investment, offering public sector inducements, and soliciting grants from federal, state, and philanthropic entities; analyzes economic development projects and manages the implementation of these projects. This position performs advanced level economic development duties for the City involving high-level client interaction, collaborative partnerships, technical assignments, and financial analysis. Assists the Economic Development Director with activities related to business attraction, business retention, marketing, development research and other tasks to enhance the City’s economic and employment base.

Full description and application available here. 

Coordinator I, Electric Vehicle Infrastructure - Center for Sustainable Energy (San Diego)

Who: Center for Sustainable Energy (CSE) is an independent, mission-driven nonprofit organization with offices in San Diego, Oakland, Los Angeles and Boston. We accelerate the adoption of clean and efficient energy solutions via program administration, technical assistance, policy innovation, and other forms of market facilitation. We are uniquely positioned and engaged with a variety of stakeholders and market actors, including policy-makers, state and federal agencies, regional and local governments, utilities, business and civic leaders, and individuals in both the general market and equity sectors. Our technical areas of focus include distributed energy resources (renewable energy, energy efficiency, energy storage, fuel cells, combined heat and power) and clean transportation.

What: The Coordinator is key member of the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure team providing broad support on project activities and developing expertise related to the planning and deploying electric vehicle charging solutions. Under general supervision from the Senior Project Manager and EVI team staff, the Project Coordinator will assume responsibilities that include conducting research, developing regional planning documents, leading communications with clients and industry stakeholders, building awareness/education/adoption of EVs and EV infrastructure nationwide.
Essential responsibilities include:

Community Planner - Federal Transit Administration

Who: Office of Planning and Program Development, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Region V, Chicago

What: 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. You will also be 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). Responsibilities include:

Rafala Green Fellowship - Artspace (Minneapolis)

Who: Artspace Projects

What: The Rafala Green Fellowship is open to people of color and Indigenous people who are interested in becoming the next generation of leaders working at the intersection of arts, real estate, and community development. The program will provide these fellows with the tools to master core competencies that will allow them to advance future complex, arts-centered community development work. Artspace will select four fellows, each for a two-year fellowship.
Rafala Green fellows will work full-time at the Artspace headquarters in Minneapolis, MN and support current projects in the Artspace development pipeline, learn Artspace best practices, gain access to national leaders in the field, and expand their network in a series of professional development activities. Development support activities and opportunities include, but are not limited to:

Senior Environmental Planner (Chicago)

Who: HNTB - Chicago, IL

What: Senior Environmental Planner - Develop plans and policies to meet with social, economic, and physical needs of communities, including land use transportation planning, transit planning, environmental planning, development, public facilities, and parks and recreational facilities.  Directs the technical production of planning assignments and teams. May serve as a Project Manager on a limited basis for select large scale projects. Oversee the work of less experienced staff. Direct, coordinate and review technical work performed by other project team members. Responsibilities include:
-Coordinates with project manager, project designer and other disciplines on multiple large scale and complex planning, environmental planning, urban design or landscape architectural projects to ensure that the client's technical requirements of projects are fully met. Performs quality checks to ensure client requirements are met.
-Performs various project support tasks where planning involvement is required or requested on major, complex projects.Prepares scopes of work, fee proposals and responds to RFP’s.
-Responsible for significant portions of presentations and public facilitation.
-Assist management with implementation of office-wide technical standards and maintenance of technical resources.
-May review invoices, billings and budgets; and other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications: Basic - Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture, Environmental Science, Planning, Biology, Ecology, Geology or related field. 10 years of related experience. RLA, RA, PE registration or AICP, CEP certification. Preferred - Master's Degree in Planning or related field. LEED Accredited professional. 

Read more and apply here. 

Vice-President of Program and Project Delivery, Chicago IL

VICE-PRESIDENT OF PROGRAM & PROJECT DELIVERY – Location: Chicago

Application link: https://www.fitzii.com/apply/21823

Company: Headquartered in Chicago, IL, Fresh Coast Capital (“Fresh Coast”) is a mission-driven, for-profit project developer of green infrastructure for stormwater management. Our experienced team is comprised of community organizers, engineers, environmental scientists, and finance professionals. Fresh Coast is committed to equitably installing green infrastructure at scale, helping all communities become more resilient against the impacts of climate change while maximizing the positive social and economic benefits green infrastructure can offer. Fresh Coast partners with both private landowners and public agencies to finance, implement and manage green infrastructure projects that create positive environmental, social and economic impact. Fresh Coast is a certified B-Corp.

Keywords: Project Development, Infrastructure, Public Private Partnerships (P3s), Stormwater, Civil Engineer, Environmental Engineer, Project Manager, Project Director, Program Manager, Program Director, Professional Engineer (PE), Construction Manager, Sustainability, Environmental Impact, Social Impact, B-Corp

Title: Vice-President of Program Delivery (Reports to CEO)

The Vice-President of Program Delivery is a senior management role that will lead the technical development and delivery of green infrastructure program and project portfolios in Fresh Coast’s partner communities by working with National, Regional and Local delivery partners to design, build, operate and maintain sustainable assets.  This role will work to co-deliver projects and programs in close partnership with the VP of Community Partnerships. Additionally, this role will require an entrepreneurial drive and approach to scalability, deal development and structuring, with a lot of flexibility to define the path and future team strategy.  

Duties and requirements include, but are not limited to:

    Duties

• Project/Program Development (30%)
• Support and lead key aspects of business and market development to establish new green infrastructure programs for both municipal/public clients via public-private partnerships and private customers via private property incentive programs
• Identification, engagement and partnership development of strategic delivery partners (e.g. engineering firms, design-build firms, maintenance providers)
• Lead planning, budget development, scoping and contract negotiations with community and delivery partners
• Work closely with the VP of Finance to develop financial, budgeting, forecasting and projection tools and reports
• Perform ad-hoc market research and analysis to support ongoing business development strategies
• Project/Program Implementation (30%)
• Lead project/program startup efforts, including planning, scheduling and contracting
• Establish project controls and operational procedures
• Proactively identify risk and create mitigation strategies
• Project manage/supervise the performance of strategic delivery partners
• Train and educate project/program team members, including new hires and partners, on project administration requirements
• Deliver projects and associated deliverables/key milestones while achieving schedule, budget, safety and quality goals
• Work with the VP of Finance to track project financials, create reports and develop supporting strategies to achieve goals
• Facilitate regular project/program team meetings for coordination, progress updates and resource alignment
• Support project/program evaluation, measurement and verification
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures for the business
• Relationship Management (20%)
• Serve as the key point of contact for our community engineering/technical counterparts, as well as our technical delivery partners
• Facilitate identification, outreach, engagement and teaming agreements with supporting technical delivery partners
• Lead, manage, supervise and develop supporting team members (e.g Project Managers, Project Associates)

• Company Culture (20%)
• Contribute to collaborative or priority projects to support the full Fresh Coast team
• Proactively contribute to fostering a culture of treating municipal partners, key stakeholders, and investors as crucial to our mutual success while developing and growing cherished professional relationships
• Proactively contribute to fostering a mission-driven and values-driven culture that prizes mutual respect, honest dialogue, teamwork, shared accountability, and exceptional financial and impact performance
• Proactively and appreciatively bring in new ideas, raise challenges and push colleagues to improve our work and keep our triple bottom line priorities in balance
• Represent the clients, investors, partners, self, and Fresh Coast with integrity at all times

   Requirements

• Based primarily out of Chicago office during normal business hours
• Expectation of 30-50% domestic travel
• Willingness to attend and represent Fresh Coast at industry conferences and associated events
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office
• Experience utilizing project management and scheduling software (i.e. Microsoft Project, Smartsheets, Primavera, or similar)

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to the mission of Fresh Coast
• Eight (8) plus years of professional experience and demonstrated potential for excellence in partnership development and increasing roles of responsibility
• The passion, flexibility and motivation to thrive in a start-up environment as part of a highly collaborative management team
• Direct experience in project/program management, including personnel and partner (subcontractor) oversight
• Must have an applied understanding of stormwater management, general construction terms, scheduling and planning concepts
• High level of personal initiative
• Demonstrated willingness and ability to balance big picture with day-to-day details, both in ways of thinking and willingness to complete tasks
• Superior verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams under tight deadlines
• Additional specialized skill sets that contribute to Fresh Coast’s work generally, such as landscape design or urban planning, a plus

Education: Bachelor’s Degree or greater in Civil/Environmental Engineering, Construction Management, Environmental Science, Urban Planning or a similar field with related experience.

Note: Experience and Education are not intended to represent hard baselines; preference will be given to those that demonstrate intelligence and intangibles specific to the role’s duties for continued growth and development purposes.

Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits include health insurance, 401k, transit benefits, flexible work environment, great PTO policy and more.

Fresh Coast is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Fresh Coast is committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from female and minority candidates.

Principal Planner, City of Phoenix - Phoenix, AZ

Principal Planner

City of Phoenix

Professional Area: 

Transportation Planning

Experience: 

5-7 years

Website: 

https://www.phoenix.gov/employment

Location: 

Phoenix, AZ

ABOUT THIS POSITION

This fast-paced position is responsible for planning and programming major transportation projects in the City of Phoenix.  The successful candidate must possess effective communication skills and coordination abilities with other governmental and transportation agencies, including: FHWA, ADOT, MAG, MCDOT/FCD, and other cities and towns in the state.  This position is also responsible for coordination of planning projects, and project development, with internal divisions and sections (transit, fiscal, street maintenance, traffic services, environmental services, design & construction management) and other City of Phoenix departments, such as Planning & Development and Neighborhood Services.  This position is also responsible for researching and completing grant applications, status reports, required documents, project agreements, etc. for federal and regionally-funded transportation projects.  As well, this Principal Planner will be helping, and at times leading, with the development of the Street Transportation Department’s Capital Improvement Program; leading transportation planning project efforts; the development of a long-range transportation plan; coordinating and leading public meetings; special projects, and; analysis of financial, demographic and transportation data, and; social trends.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online at https://www.phoenix.gov/employment by completing the required information and attaching your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above.  

YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME ,PLUS ANY OTHER REQUESTED MATERIAL, MUST BE IN ONE ATTACHMENT.  Only online applications are accepted for this position.  The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.

REFERENCE

Principal Planner, Job Code #18240, ID #16052, 9/2015, AB, 6mo, 007, Q

Transportation Program Manager, Smart Growth America - Washington, D.C.

Transportation Program Manager

Smart Growth America

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Civil Engineering

Transportation Planning

Contact person: 

Smart Growth America

Phone: 

202-207-3355

Email: 

jobs@smartgrowthamerica.org

Website: 

http://www.smartgrowthamerica.org

Location: 

Washington, DC

Smart Growth America is seeking a Transportation Program Manager to help communities across the country better coordinate land use and transportation policies. This person will deliver technical assistance to state agency staff, work with town and city leaders across the country, and advocate on transportation policy and program issues with members of Congress.

Position description
An ideal Transportation Program Manager will be a technical expert, personal connector, and outstanding project manager. This person will be a transportation engineer by training with an in-depth knowledge of the integration of transportation and land use policy and practice; performance measures; project selection, development, design and delivery standards and procedures within a DOT; and the funding, rules, and policies governing DOT planning, project development, and project delivery. They will also have specific knowledge of Complete Streets, and experience designing and delivering multimodal transportation projects.

Responsibilities
The Transportation Program Manager will be responsible for working with DOTs, MPOs and City or County DOTs and public works on a wide range of land use and transportation issues. That includes helping those agencies to adopt and implement Complete Streets policies and practices; adopt performance measures; and improve return on investment from transportation projects across a number of criteria including economic, health, equity, and environmental measures. This position’s work may also include leading studies, reports, and trainings on these and other topics and policy issues. This person will act as lead on many of these projects, so experience managing staff, budget, and grant timelines is preferred. Additional responsibilities will include:

• Lead technical assistance for state DOTs, MPOs, and City and County DOTs;
• Conduct research, develop policy positions, write policy papers, and inform transportation advocacy efforts;
• Act as lead or team member for technical assistance efforts to local governments, state governments and other SGA technical assistance efforts;
• Assist on other projects where specific transportation expertise is needed;
• Manage program staff, budget, and grant deliverables;
• Help market the transportation program;
• Conduct limited fundraising; and
• Speak publicly before elected officials, transportation professionals, and the general public.

Requirements
This position requires a self-starting, detail-oriented engineering professional with excellent writing, oral communication, research, technical, and organizational skills. A successful applicant will also have the following:

• A degree in civil engineering;
• A professional engineering license in at least one state;
• Experience working at a state or local DOT;
• Basic computer literacy in word processing and Microsoft Excel;
• The ability to work in teams;
• The ability to manage their time to accommodate multiple assignments from different project leads; and
• A dedication to delivering high quality work.

Compensation, location and time frame
Salary commensurate with experience. This is a full-time position based in Washington, DC. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k), and paid vacation and sick time. This position will report to the Transportation Program Director.

How to apply
Please send a resume, cover letter, three references, and two short writing samples (no more than two pages each) to jobs@smartgrowthamerica.org, with “Transportation Program Manager” in the subject line. Applications will be accepted immediately on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Equal Opportunity Employment
Equal opportunity and having a diverse staff are fundamental principles at Smart Growth America. Employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/preference, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established under law.

Project Development Division Director (Exec 2), Seattle Department of Transportation - Seattle, WA

Project Development Division Director (Exec 2) 

Seattle Department of Transportation

Professional Area: 

Transportation Planning

Experience: 

7-10 years

Contact person: 

Larry Flores

Phone: 

2066150889

Email: 

larry.flores@seattle.gov

Website: 

http://www.seattle.gov/jobs

Location: 

Seattle, WA

CITY OF SEATTLE Project Development Division Director (Exec 2) 
Salary: $44.78 - $73.88 Hourly 
Location: Seattle Municipal Tower, 700 5th Ave., Seattle, Washington
Job Type: Civil Service Exempt, Regular, Full-time 
Shift: Day Department: Seattle Department of Transportation Bargaining 
Unit: Not represented 

Closing Date 09/22/15 04:00 PM Pacific Time Position 

Description: The Seattle Department of Transportation presents an exceptional opportunity working with a team of professionals whose mission is to deliver a safe, reliable, efficient, and socially equitable transportation system that enhances Seattle's environment and economic vitality. The Project Development Division Director is a high level executive position that reports directly to the Director of the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT). This leadership position manages a division of 40 professional staff that are responsible for advancing project designs from conceptual plans to implementation--coordinating the planning, engineering and urban design elements to confirm project scopes. The Project Development Division leads SDOT's efforts in ensuring that the projects we design and build reflect community interests, advance the modal master plans, and integrate with private development projects as well as those of partner agencies. 

The Division Director oversees all aspects of the work, is a single point of accountability for the SDOT Director, and ensures that outreach and collaboration within the department and with partner agencies is accounted for in project design. This position is responsible for ensuring that SDOT projects are consistent with the Mayor five core values to sustain a safe, interconnected, vibrant, affordable and innovative city. The Division is newly formed and is focusing on developing and directing the implementation plans for the modal master plans and the Move Seattle Corridors, developing implementation and funding plans to prioritize projects delivery, as well as develop technical analysis to inform design and measuring performance of the projects. The Project Development Division is tasked to play a pivotal role in the department through developing designs for large scale capital projects that will be implemented through consultant contracts managed by the Capital Projects and Roadway Structures Division. They will also develop and deliver--from concept through construction--small to mid-sized projects that are built by city crews. The City Traffic Engineer reports directly to this position. Other program areas that reside in the Project Development Division include the Vision Zero and Safe Routes to School Programs. 

This position will set the strategic and tactical objectives for the Division as well as focus on the performance measures necessary to gauge successful project outcomes. The scope of duties performed and the level of responsibility required for this position are significant and the result of direction from the Mayor, City Council, and SDOT Director to ensure the following objectives: 

1. create a single point of accountability for project development within the department; 
2. ensure that the projects we design and build are reflective of modal and community plan priorities; 
3. project outcomes support and advance the Seattle's Vision Zero strategy; and, 
4. project development will include design of both large scale capital projects as well as more nimble delivery of small to mid-sized projects.

Note: This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act and Civil Service jurisdiction. 

Job Responsibilities: 

• Lead the Project Development Division, manage and direct the work of a team of approximately 40 professional staff that are responsible for advancing project designs from conceptual plans to implementation--coordinating the planning, engineering and urban design elements to confirm project scopes; 
• Develop, create, implement, and evaluate significant programs and project recommendations for both large-scale capital and smaller scale operations and maintenance projects to support the City's Move Seattle transportation vision; 
• Establish work plan goals, set priorities, and determine deadlines with all work groups on a variety of high-profile, time sensitive projects; 
• Set strategic and tactical direction for a team of professional and technical staff in the prioritization and design development of SDOT projects; •Serve as the single point of accountability for the SDOT Director on all project development activities; 
• Ensure that outreach and collaboration within the department and with partner agencies is accounted for in project design; 
• Direct the implementation of business process improvements and support organizational change to advance the mission of the division and the department; 
• Serve as technical expert and key participant on highly sensitive and visible issues, including non-standard and creative design solutions, streamlining project delivery, right-of-way allocation necessary for project development, and prioritization and funding strategies to advance departmental priorities; provide recommendations based on a high level of technical expertise and problem-solving; 
• Responsible for strategic and operational planning, as well as leadership and management control of staff activities to advance proactive and efficient project development processes, leverage project funding through creative design solutions, align decision making to simplify the project development process, and provide opportunities for non-standard uses of public space to support Move Seattle goals; 
• Support the City Traffic Engineer, who is a direct report to this position 
• Direct the a management team and be ultimately accountable for the overall efficient and effective functioning of programs and work groups including space planning, material acquisition, routine maintenance and staff training; 
• Responsible for managing the division budget; 
• Provide leadership and make decisions regarding personnel matters; apply City and department policies and procedures, and resolve controversial issues; 
• Work in a multicultural work place and with diverse customers, emphasizing communication for cooperation, collaboration, and inclusiveness in support of department goals to promote diversity and social justice. 
• These responsibilities are only a summary of typical functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 
Required Education/Experience: 

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Public Administration, Transportation or Urban Planning, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field; 
• Ten years of increasingly responsible experience in the management of complex government entities in a public works, utility or operational context; 
• Five years in a senior management or executive level position; 
• Communication skills (written and oral) that are effective and persuasive with a wide range of audiences; 
• Experience serving elected officials and the public working across department lines; 
• The ability to handle sensitive issues with diplomacy and poise; 
• Demonstrated ability to creatively manage limited resources; 
• Ability to manage a diverse staff with a wide variety of skills and responsibilities; 
• Demonstrated success in creating partnerships and securing support in delivering programs and implementing policies; 
• Ability to analyze data, define problems, identify potential solutions, develop implementation strategies, and evaluate outcomes; •This position requires good judgment, a creative and strategic thinker and the ability to develop program plans and increase productivity through cost efficiencies and system improvements. 
• Must work well under pressure. 
• Demonstrated meeting management skills, including the ability to mediate and facilitate contentious issues to resolution within a charged atmosphere; 
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple projects and monitor and maintain the progress of scheduled to meet milestones and budget expenditures; 
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and articulate applicable ordinances, municipal codes, plans and specifications, and street improvement manuals; 
• Ability to switch tasks quickly and to maintain flexibility with work assignments; 
• Ability to work independently while keeping manager informed of progress and issues; 
• Detail oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills; 
• Must provide strong leadership, set a professional tone, and foster a working environment of respect, inclusion, and efficiency; 
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office; 
• Ability to effectively work in a multicultural workplace with a diverse customer base.
• Required Certifications/Licenses: 
• A valid State Driver's license or equivalent mobility. A "complete" five-year driver's abstract must be submitted on request.
• Additional Information: 
• Desired Qualifications: 
• Master's degree in Architecture/Urban Design, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Transportation or Urban Planning, Public Administration, Public Policy, or related field;
• Experience working with high-level staff from the City and other regional agencies; 
• Experience presenting complex and often controversial issues to elected officials; 
• Experience working with staff represented by bargaining agreements. •Exemplary management skills in both a professional office setting and a field crew setting; 
• Ability to work successfully with, value and manage, individuals and groups at all levels of the organization with diverse views, backgrounds and interests; 
• Working knowledge of financial management practices; 
• Knowledge of public personnel systems and procedures is desirable.

How to Apply To be considered for this outstanding career opportunity, the following items are required to be considered for this position: 

1. Completed NEO-GOV online (or paper) application. 
2. Supplemental questionnaire responses. 
3. A cover letter AND résumé.

Note: Job offer is contingent upon verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process including completion of a background check which includes criminal history and a driving history review. To learn more about Seattle Department of Transportation, check out our webpage. http://www.seattle.gov/jobs

PROJECT DEVELOPMENT DIVISION DIRECTOR (EXEC 2) LF APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: Job #2015-01058 

If you are unable to apply on-line you may submit a paper application by the closing date to our office. 

OUR OFFICE IS LOCATED AT: Seattle Municipal Tower 700 5th Avenue, Suite 5500 Seattle, WA 98104 206-684-8088 Careers@seattle.gov

The City of Seattle is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity in the workplace. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply. Accommodations for people with disabilities are provided on request. The City is a Drug Free Workplace.