Public Policy Manager - Civic Committee of The Commercial Club of Chicago

Who: The Civic Committee of the Commercial Club of Chicago is the Chicago region's leading business organization comprised of the senior executives of the area's major employers and is dedicated to improving Chicagoland as a place to live, work, and conduct business. The Civic Committee works hand-in-hand with public officials and other civic organizations for the social and economic well-being of the Chicago region and undertakes a wide array of large projects, which are viewed as game- changing efforts.

What: The Public Policy Manager will work with the leadership of the Civic Committee and the Public Policy team to address the organization's public policy initiatives, including public finance, jobs, climate issues such as tax structure and pensions, education, transportation, technology, veteran's employment and other public policy topics. The Public Policy Manager may be asked to specialize and act as the lead on specific policy initiatives. In addition, the Public Policy Manager will work with management in the development of topics and the identification of speakers for the Commercial Club's speaker series, contribute posts for the Civic Committee/Commercial Club's website and social media presence, as well as prepare presentations and other documents for distribution/presentation to the public. Additional responsibilities include:

Associate – SB Friedman Development Advisors (Chicago)

Who: SB Friedman Development Advisors is a development consulting firm with a mission to guide and enable our clients to create high-quality places through the practice of real estate economics, development finance and urban planning. We assist in the planning and implementation of complex public-private real estate development projects. We work closely with our clients to evaluate development potential and financial and business impacts; project market and financial feasibility; identify innovative public-private development solutions; and prepare implementable development strategies. The firm works nationally, with a focus on the Midwest. Clients include various cities, suburbs, metro planning organizations and other public bodies, not-for-profit institutions, and private developers.

What: Associates are responsible for research, quantitative and qualitative analysis, data synthesis, presentation of findings, and preparation of deliverables (presentations, technical memoranda and reports). Associates are assigned to multiple projects at one time. Candidates should have demonstrated ability to sift, organize, analyze and synthesize various data in a timely manner, ask thoughtful questions and draw reasonable conclusions and/or recommendations from the analysis.

Assistant Professor, University of Washington - Deadline 9/29

The Daniel J. Evans School of Public Policy & Governance, at the University of Washington, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning in Fall 2018 (100% FTE, 9-month appointment, UW Job Class Code: 0113). We are interested in candidates whose scholarship is in one of the following areas: public finance, tax policy, federal budget process and programs, public capital markets, governmental accounting, and financial reporting. Our School values diversity, rigor, and innovative approaches to research and practice. Candidates whose scholarship on the above topics intersects with education, healthcare, housing, urban planning, economic development, or the nonprofit sector are strongly encouraged to apply.

All University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service. Applicants should submit a formal letter of interest indicating teaching and research interests, curriculum vitae, at least three letters of recommendation, samples of research work, a teaching statement and course evaluations, if available. Applicants must also submit a statement noting how their teaching, research, and service have the potential to support the Evans School’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. A PhD in relevant field or foreign equivalent is required. Candidates who fail to satisfy minimum qualifications cannot be considered for this position.

The University of Washington’s Daniel J. Evans School of Public Policy & Governance is recognized as one of the best public affairs programs in the country. Named after three-term Washington governor Daniel J. Evans, the School is located in close proximity to a strong public-sector environment, and has partnerships with organizations that lead the way to drive change for the public good. University of Washington offers one of the most exceptional research and teaching environments in the United States. Seattle is a region of explosive growth, global trade, technological advancement, a thriving nonprofit community, and a long history of innovative government. It is also a cultural metropolis surrounded by the unparalleled natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Seattle offers a quality of life that is among the highest in the country, with beautiful lakes and parks, incredible walkability, bike lanes, and a lively music and cultural scene.

The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. In accord with the University’s expressed commitment to excellence and equity, contributions in scholarship and research, teaching, and service that address diversity and equal opportunity are among the professional and scholarly qualifications for appointment and promotion.

Applications should be submitted to Interfolio (https://apply.interfolio.com/43469). Initial review will begin September 29, 2017, with on-campus visits expected late October through November 2017. Review will continue, on a rolling basis, until the position is filled. Contact: Kimberly Hay, Assistant Director of Academic Services, kfs3903@uw.edu.

Public Finance Associate, Research and Consulting Center, GFOA, Chicago

Government Finance Officers Association Public Finance Associate- Research and Consulting Center (Chicago) 

GFOA is an equal opportunity employer. 

The Public Finance Associate is responsible for working with finance officers and other government leaders from across the US and Canada to support GFOA’s research, educational, consulting, and networking programs. These activities will require collaborating with other subject matter experts to develop resources, drafting GFOA’s best practice statements, and working collaboratively with colleagues to organize logistics and activities to support. Minimal travel is required related to meetings with local governments, training events, and conferences. 

You need: 

• At minimum, a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university. Master’s degree in public policy, public administration, business, or related field preferred. 

• Between 2-7 years of experience in state/local government or the public finance industry. 

• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills. 

You should be: 

• Passionate about the public sector and desire to positively influence public finance 

• Enjoy networking and collaborating with colleagues across the profession 

• Adept at working on various projects and managing various responsibilities and projects at once 

• Member-oriented and enjoy serving as a facilitator who connects professionals 

• Able to work independently / with minimal supervision, but enjoy collaborating and learning with colleagues and peers 

You will: 

• Facilitate and organize meetings with GFOA members for standing committees in an area of government finance, task force groups to discuss solutions to public finance challenges, and/or networking groups to convene member segments. 

• Coordinate educational programming for practitioners on financial management, including creating course outlines, identifying instructors, developing educational materials, and serving as day-of logistical support 

• Serve as a resource and subject matter expert to address member inquiries on local government best practices 

• Support GFOA’s research plans as well as conduct research and disseminate findings 

• Write for leading industry publications and speak at conferences or training on topics related to financial management 

• Take a leadership role in managing programs related to GFOA’s strategic initiatives 

• Gain experience working with a variety of departments representing various functions of government to help solve complex organizational challenges through consulting, education, and advocacy 

• Participate in or lead designated programs and projects as required 

About us: 

Established in 1906, GFOA represents over 19,000 public-sector finance professionals across the United States and Canada. As a non-profit membership association, we take great pride in our mission to promote excellence in state and local government finance through developing industry guidance, providing opportunities for members to network and collaborate, and developing educational and award programs. 

To apply: 

Applicants should email a resume, writing sample, and cover letter to the following: Mike Mucha, Deputy Executive Director / Director, Research and Consulting Center 203 N. LaSalle Street Suite, 2700, Chicago, IL 60601 Email: mmucha@gfoa.org Phone: 312-578-2282 

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

Public Finance Associate - Government Finance Officers Association - Chicago, IL

Public Finance Associate - Research and Consulting Center
Government Finance Officers Association
Chicago, IL

Job Description
The Public Finance Associate will take on many roles to help the organization achieve its mission in supporting finance officers and local governments. Key responsibilities include:

• Researcher – RCC’s research agenda includes topics of interest to local governments including fiscal sustainability, infrastructure, and recruitment of the next generation of finance practitioners. The Public Finance Associate will be involved in developing a research plan, conducting research, and disseminating findings.

• Subject Matter Expert – GFOA staff regularly writes for leading publications, including our bi-monthly publication, Government Finance Review, and speak at state and national conferences on topics related to financial management. The Public Finance Associate will serve as a resource and subject matter expert for local governments and help address general research inquiries submitted by members.

• Membership and Training Coordination – GFOA offers training programs to public finance practitioners, networking groups for members, and other activities to help improve government financial management. The Public Finance Associate is expected to help organize logistics, work with members/speakers to build content, and provide general support in the area of membership and training. The Public Finance Associate will also be expected to help develop GFOA’s best practice statements, coordinate educational sessions for the annual conference, and assist with other GFOA strategic initiatives.

GFOA staff are expected to work out of GFOA’s Chicago office. Minimal travel is required.

The ideal candidate has prior government experience and/or public finance experience and understanding or use of financial and/or other administrative systems. Additionally, the ideal candidate is able to effectively work in a team environment as well as independently or with minimal supervision, prioritize multiple projects and deadlines, and have excellent communication and writing skills. Subject matter expertise in accounting, budgeting, capital planning, treasury management, debt administration, financial systems, or other areas of public finance is preferred.

About GFOA
GFOA is a not-for-profit membership association that has represented public-sector finance professionals since 1906. Currently, GFOA has more than 18,700 members across the United States and Canada who look to the association as the gold standard for best practices in public-sector financial management. Staff working with GFOA will have the opportunity to work directly with leading governments throughout the United States and Canada in a consulting, research, training, project management, and networking capacity. GFOA is a great opportunity for public sector-focused professionals at any level of their career to help advocate for improved public sector financial management.

To apply, applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to:
Mike Mucha
Deputy Executive Director / Director, Research and Consulting Center
mmucha@gfoa.org
Phone: 312-578-2282
203 N. LaSalle Street Suite, 2700
Chicago, IL 60601

Consultant - Government Finance Officers Association - Chicago, IL

Consultant, Research and Consulting Center

Government Finance Officers Association

Chicago, IL

Job Description
Consultants provide direct support on projects, which are generally comprised of one Project Manager and a small team (typically two Consultants).

Key activities include:

• Business Process Improvement – Facilitate discussions with public finance practitioners on existing and future business processes related to the government’s operation, including but not limited to budgeting, accounting, human resources, payroll, and purchasing. Discussions focus on identifying processes that could benefit from standardization, policies, and implementation of best practices and how the organization will refine its existing processes.

• Process Mapping – Document discussions of business processes through flow chart diagrams. Consultants use Microsoft Visio to document business processes while meeting with public finance practitioners to capture high-level action and routing of information. 

• Project Management – Work collaboratively with as a project team member to ensure client expectations are met. Consultants work to support development of timely and quality deliverables and communicate with clients on the overall project status. Typical project deliverables include business process maps, business case report, Request for Proposal (RFP) document, software functional requirements, software demonstration / implementation interview scripts, etc.

• Selection Assistance – Conduct comparative analysis of vendor proposals for ERP systems and facilitate software demonstration / implementation interviews. Consultants work with clients throughout the selection process to highlight potential client risk and to ensure a standard and fair selection process. GFOA staff are expected to work out of GFOA’s Chicago office. Travel would be required and consist of approximately 4-15 days per month.

Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate has prior government experience and/or public finance experience and understanding or use of financial and/or other administrative systems. Additionally, the ideal candidate is able to effectively work in a team environment, prioritize multiple projects and deadlines, and have excellent communication and writing skills. Prior work with Microsoft Visio, Project, and Excel is preferred.

About GFOA
GFOA is a not-for-profit membership association that has represented public-sector finance professionals since 1906. Currently, GFOA has more than 18,700 members across the United States and Canada who look to the association as the gold standard for best practices in public-sector financial management. Staff working with GFOA will have the opportunity to work directly with leading governments throughout the United States and Canada in a consulting, research, training, project management, and networking capacity. GFOA is a great opportunity for public sector-focused professionals at any level of their career to help advocate for improved public sector financial management.

To apply, applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to:
Mike Mucha
Deputy Executive Director / Director, Research and Consulting Center
mmucha@gfoa.org
Phone: 312-578-2282
203 N. LaSalle Street Suite, 2700
Chicago, IL 60601

Director of Strategy and Analytics - New York City Dept.of Small Business Services

Director of Strategy and Analytics
The NYC Department of Small Business Services

New York, NY

The Division of Economic and Financial Opportunity (DEFO or Division) is committed to encouraging a competitive and diverse New York City business environment by promoting the growth and success of small businesses, with special emphasis on historically underserved groups, and ensuring their meaningful participation in the government procurement process.

DEFO is seeking a Director of Strategy and Analytics to supervise data and program analysts, and manage DEFO's datasets, analysis and reporting. In addition, the Director will support senior managers of the Division in implementing strategic projects, including the citywide M/WBE Disparity Study. This position will report to the Executive Director of Strategy and Analytics.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Performance and compliance reporting
• Manage production of quarterly M/WBE Program reports and agency performance analysis as mandated by relevant laws, in collaboration with the Mayor's Office of Contract Services (MOCS).
• Manage Division's submissions for the Mayor's Management Report (MMR).
• Support program leaders with producing compliance, performance and productivity reports.
• Coordinate internal and external data requests and analysis.
• Data management
• Ensure integrity of data generated internally in the Division and collected from outside sources.
• Oversee exports of contact data from the City Financial Management System (FMS), through collaboration with MOCS and NYC Financial Information Services Agency (FISA).
• Manage M/WBE data validation and reconciliation for the Division's certification management system (Ctrack-1), the Online Directory of certified firms, CRM on Demand and the FMS.
• Strategic analysis
• Support senior agency and other City leaders in managing the consultant conducting the citywide M/WBE Disparity Study.
• Coordinate strategic and operating planning for the Division's units, and assist program leaders in setting goals and developing new programming and initiatives
• Manage goal setting for the Division's metrics in the MMR.
• Assist with special projects as needed.
• Communications
• Serve as liaison between Division and agency's Communications unit, including coordinating with Marketing unit
• Collaborate to develop content for reports, talking points, press releases, and public hearing testimony

Preferred Skills:

• At least three years of satisfactory professional experience in a research and / or analytical role;
• Experience in managing staff;
• Advanced degree (MPA / MBA with a policy focus preferred);
• Intermediate skills in MS Excel (e.g. pivot tables, VLOOKUP function, descriptive statistics);
• Proficiency in MS Access (creating queries);
• Familiarity with SPSS, SAS, R or other statistical analysis software;
• Experience in creating presentations of analytical findings and calculations in MS Power Point;
• Experience with identifying, analyzing and interpreting data trends, and preparing reports;
• Well-developed ability to distil complex information into its essential components and concepts;
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and prioritizing assignments;
• Outstanding writing, presentation, and communications skills; ability to communicate efficiently and comfortably with executive staff;
• Excellent project management skills including planning, implementation and follow-through;
• Familiarity with New York City's procurement process is a plus.

Qualifications:
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in one or more of the following fields: business administration, marketing, public relations, journalism, law, public market operations, government contracting, urban planning, finance or grant administration, at least 18 months of which must have been in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity or in supervising personnel performing professional duties in one or more of the fields noted above; or

2. Education and/or experience equivalent to that described in "1" above. However all candidates must have the 18 months of supervisory, administrative, managerial or executive experience as described in "1" above.

How to apply
To apply for this position, please email your resume and cover letter including the following subject line: Director of Strategy and Analyticsto: careers@sbs.nyc.gov

City Employees: Apply through Employee Self Service (ESS) at www.nyc.gov/ess search for Job ID # 234863

All Other Applicants: Go to www.nyc.gov/careers search by agency Small Business Services and search for Job ID # 234863

Salary range for this position is: $65,000-$72,000 per year.

NOTE: Only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.
NYC residency is required within 90 days of appointment (does not apply to all positions)
If you do not have access to email, mail your cover letter & resume to:
NYC Department of Small Business Services
Human Resources Unit
110 William Street
New York, New York 10038

Executive Director - Chicago Heights Development Corporation - Chicago Heights, IL

Executive Director
Chicago Heights Development Corporation
Chicago Heights, IL

Job Level Mid II (4-8 years)
Salary Range $75,000 to $100,000

Job Description
The Chicago Heights Development Corporation, a newly created non-profit economic development corporation in the metro Chicago area, is seeking a difference maker to lead the day to day operations of the organization. An equal amount of the organizational time will be devoted to business attraction and business retention. The successful candidate will establish the full business operations which include industrial development, urban infill real estate development for retail, mixed-use, administration and budgeting of tax increment finance districts; aggressive business recruitment; deal making; business retention/expansion; and general marketing.

Ideal candidate will have economic development experience in the metro Chicago area, be extremely energetic, analytical, high level of initiative, excellent interpersonal skills with a track record of success. Bachelor’s degree in a related area (master’s preferred) and 5 to 7 years of progressively increased experience in economic development, real estate development, public finance, or advisory services. At least three years of management experience and prefer candidates with experience deal making, business development, government affairs and working in step with a Board of Directors.

E-mail resume, references and salary history to AWG & Associates to awg.griffin@gmail.com. Initial screening of applicants will begin on April 4, 2016. 

Community profile and job descriptions can be at: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/d3lt634x7issrwq/AAD8_3zHM2TV_KQx8hQxjZMna?dl=0.

Contact Information
Contact Name: Anthony Griffin
Phone 708-288-3179
Email awg.griffin@gmail.com
Website www.dropbox.com/sh/d3lt634x7issrwq/AAD8_3zHM2TV_KQx8hQxjZMna?dl=0

Professorship(s) - Metropolitan State University - Minneapolis, MN

Graduate Faculty - Public Administration
Metropolitan State University

Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN

Position: State University Faculty (2 positions) (Unclassified IFO)
Graduate Faculty - Public Administration and Nonprofit Management
Appointment: Full-time Tenure Track/Probationary
Location: College of Management, Managment Education Center (MEC), Mpls Campus

Responsibilities:
METROPOLITAN STATE UNIVERSITY, a vibrant and growing public, urban university, is seeking to fill one or two full-time, probationary (tenure-track) faculty positions in public administration and nonprofit management beginning August 2016 (or January 2017, if candidate prefers), with teaching and administrative responsibilities in the Master of Public Administration (MPA), Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management (MNLM), and Master of Public and Nonprofit Administration (MPNA) programs. Second position will be filled, budget permitting.

Faculty members are expected to demonstrate ability to teach graduate level courses in public administration, nonprofit management, public finance, nonprofit financial management, public policy analysis, and/or nonprofit resource development and strategic communications effectively.

Full details at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/metrostatemn/default.cfm

Minimum Qualifications:

• Earned doctorate in public administration, nonprofit management, public finance, public policy, educational administration, business administration, fundraising or resource management, business or public ethics, or a related area.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience teaching in graduate education in the curriculum areas of public administration, nonprofit management, public finance, public policy, nonprofit resource development, or public ethics.
• Minimum five (5) years of professional experience in public administration, nonprofit management, business management or administration, evaluation studies, or related fields, including familiarity with Minnesota or U.S. resources for these fields.
• Demonstrated ability to teach in classroom and online environments.
• Evidence of high quality scholarly activity and a future research stream.
• Communication skills (written and oral) to communicate with a variety of persons and groups.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to a culturally and ethnically diverse student body.

Preferred Qualifications:

• More than three (3) years of experience teaching in graduate education in the curriculum areas of public administration, nonprofit management, public finance, public policy, evaluation studies, and public ethics.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching adult students with diverse work, academic, and cultural backgrounds.
• Demonstrated leadership of an undergraduate or graduate academic program or curriculum area including the responsibility for strategic management, program development, administration, marketing, student learning assessment, and program evaluation
• Demonstrated experience leading and managing public agencies and services, nonprofit organizations and services, nonprofit fundraising and communication strategies, public information and e-governance systems, public policy development, and/or public advocacy.
• Leadership in public or nonprofit professional associations, managerial networks, and in-service and training.Please note: Filling of these positions is dependent upon budget.

APPLICATION
Full details: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/metrostatemn/default.cfm

Applications must be received by 11:59 PM on April 1, 2016

Links:

• Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter- Faculty Organization which can be found at: http://www.hr.mnscu.edu/contract_plans/index.html
• For more information about Metropolitan State University, please visit: http://www.metrostate.edu

Research Analyst, Economic & Planning Systems - Oakland, CA

Research Analyst

Economic & Planning Systems

Experience: 

Entry level

Location: 

Oakland, CA

For more information, please visit our website at www.epsys.com

The Position
Our Oakland office is seeking a full time Research Analyst to provide support in the preparation of the full range of EPS work products under the direction of a project manager.  This includes revitalization/redevelopment, real estate feasibility, public finance, fiscal and economic impact, land use policy, and other analyses.  This is a challenging position offering professional development and a stimulating environment to the individual with the right skills and an interest in the interplay between economics and public policy in the development of cities and regions.

Responsibilities

• Data analysis and financial modeling
• Research using in-house, proprietary, and public information sources
• Drafting sections of reports, memoranda, and presentations
• Interview real estate, planning, and other professionals
• Support meetings with clients and collaborative consulting firms

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Economics, Planning, Public Policy, Urban Studies, Business, or related fields
• Consulting experience preferred but not required
• Solid computer skills including all desktop applications; strong Excel skills a must
• Strong analytical and writing skills a must

Benefits
Compensation - Salary: DOE
Full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, group life/AD&D, vacation/personal time and paid holidays

To ApplySend résumé and cover letter to jobs@epsys.com

Senior Associate Consultant, Economic & Planning Systems, Inc. - Sacramento, CA

Senior Associate Consultant

Economic & Planning Systems, Inc.

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Economic Planning and Development

Facilities and Infrastructure Planning

Real Estate Development

Experience: 

3-5 years

Email: 

reply@epssac.com

Website: 

http://www.epsys.com

Location: 

Sacramento, CA

About the Company

For more information, please visit EPS’s Web site at www.epsys.com.

The Position

EPS’s Sacramento office is seeking to fill the full-time position of Senior Associate Consultant.  A Senior Associate works as a member of a team to complete consulting assignments, often serving as the Project Manager.  The Senior Associate works with a range of analytical methods and computer models related to real estate feasibility, revitalization/redevelopment, public finance, fiscal and economic impacts, land use policy, and regional economic development.  The Senior Associate must be able to plan and execute multiple projects and manage time accordingly to meet client needs and deadlines, as well as represent EPS during client interactions, public presentations, and marketing efforts.

Ideal Senior Associate candidates understand the principles of urban economics and how real estate market forces, public policy, and infrastructure financing interact in EPS’s consulting assignments.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in economics, city and regional planning, public policy, public administration, business administration, or another related field (or bachelor’s degree and substantial work experience).
• 3+ years relevant work experience.
• A solid understanding of the real estate development process.
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills to explain the methods and results of analysis.
• Project management skills.

EPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Please send résumé and cover letter to reply@epssac.com.

Executive Director, Pawtucket Foundation - Pawtucket, RI

Executive Director

Pawtucket Foundation

Professional Area: 

Economic Planning and Development

Experience: 

5-7 years

Website: 

http://www.pawtucketfoundation.org

Location: 

Pawtucket, RI

MISSION: 

The Pawtucket Foundation represents the business and not-for-profit sector as an advocate and catalyst for downtown, riverfront and transportation gateway enhancements within the City of Pawtucket (Rhode Island). As civic entrepreneurs, we foster a vision of the community's future by mobilizing and coordinating research, information, talent and resources to positively impact the City.

SUMMARY:

The Executive Director of the Pawtucket Foundation will help to create and develop programs designed to mobilize the resources of the private sector to encourage economic development and community planning within Pawtucket, Rhode Island and the boarding community of Central Falls. He or she will utilize professional experience to promote private and public sector investment to improve existing community assets as well as to create new development projects.  Key ongoing projects include predevelopment planning for river corridor real estate revitalization, economic development, capital transportation infrastructure planning and business recruitment efforts in the historic downtown.

Under the Director's leadership, the Foundation will use its capability to provide technical assistance to community organizations, community leaders, and City officials in community planning, real estate, infrastructure development and business development efforts. In leading this private-public partnership, the Executive Director will foster and maintain a cooperative working relationship between the private sector, city residents and city officials.

Email letter of interest and resume (preferably in PDF format) to Search Committee via email at info@pawtucketfoundation.org by close of business on Thursday, November 12, 2015.  No phone calls please.

Visit www.pawtucketfoundation.org for additional information.

Associate Consultant, Economic & Planning Systems, Inc - Sacramento, CA

Associate Consultant

Economic & Planning Systems, Inc.

Professional Area: 

Economic Planning and Development

Experience: 

1-3 years

Email: 

reply@epssac.com

Website: 

http://www.epsys.com

Location: 

Sacramento, CA

Economic & Planning Systems, Inc. (EPS) is a land economics consulting firm experienced in the full spectrum of services related to real estate development, market and feasibility analysis, public/private partnerships, and the financing of government services and public infrastructure. Founded in 1983, EPS has four offices—located in Oakland, Los Angeles, and Sacramento, California; and Denver, Colorado.  EPS’s team of consultants serves clients throughout the U.S.  For more information, please visit EPS’s Web site at www.epsys.com.

The Position

EPS’s Sacramento office is seeking to fill the full-time position of Associate Consultant.  An Associate will collaborate with team members to complete consulting assignments, working with a range of analytical methods and computer models related to real estate feasibility, revitalization/redevelopment, public finance, fiscal and economic impacts, land use policy, and regional economic development.  The Associate must be able to plan and execute project tasks and manage time accordingly to meet client needs and deadlines, as well as represent EPS during client interactions and as a member of consulting teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute project tasks.
• Manage time to meet deadlines.
• Participate in client meetings.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in economics, city and regional planning, public policy, public administration, business administration, or another related field (or bachelor’s degree and substantial work experience).
• Relevant work experience.
• A solid understanding of the real estate development process.
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills to explain the methods and results of analysis.
• Project management skills.

Benefits

• Compensation—Salary:  DOE.
• Full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, Disability, Group Life/AD&D, vacation/personal time, and paid holidays.

To Apply

EPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Please send résumé and cover letter to reply@epssac.com.

Senior Associate Consultant, Economic & Planning Systems, Inc. - Sacramento, CA

Senior Associate Consultant 

Economic & Planning Systems, Inc.

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Economic Planning and Development

Facilities and Infrastructure Planning

Real Estate Development

Experience: 

3-5 years

Email: 

reply@epssac.com

Website: 

http://www.epsys.com

Location: 

Sacramento, CA

About the Company

Economic & Planning Systems, Inc. (EPS), is a land economics consulting firm experienced in the full spectrum of services related to real estate development, market and feasibility analysis, public/private partnerships, and the financing of government services and public infrastructure.  Founded in 1983, EPS has four offices—located in Oakland, Los Angeles, and Sacramento, California; and Denver, Colorado.  EPS’s team of consultants serves clients throughout the U.S.  For more information, please visit EPS’s Web site at www.epsys.com.

The Position

EPS’s Sacramento office is seeking to fill the full-time position of Senior Associate Consultant.  A Senior Associate works as a member of a team to complete consulting assignments, often serving as the Project Manager.  The Senior Associate works with a range of analytical methods and computer models related to real estate feasibility, revitalization/redevelopment, public finance, fiscal and economic impacts, land use policy, and regional economic development.  The Senior Associate must be able to plan and execute multiple projects and manage time accordingly to meet client needs and deadlines, as well as represent EPS during client interactions, public presentations, and marketing efforts.

Ideal Senior Associate candidates understand the principles of urban economics and how real estate market forces, public policy, and infrastructure financing interact in EPS’s consulting assignments.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in economics, city and regional planning, public policy, public administration, business administration, or another related field (or bachelor’s degree and substantial work experience).
• 3+ years relevant work experience.
• A solid understanding of the real estate development process.
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills to explain the methods and results of analysis.
• Project management skills.

Benefits

• Compensation—Salary:  DOE.
• Full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, Disability, Group Life/AD&D, vacation/personal time, and paid holidays.

EPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Please send résumé and cover letter to reply@epssac.com.

Senior Land Use Economics Consultant, Economic & Planning Systems, Inc. - Los Angeles, CA

Senior Land Use Economics Consultant 

Economic & Planning Systems, Inc.

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Economic Planning and Development

Facilities and Infrastructure Planning

Real Estate Development

Experience: 

7-10 years

Email: 

jobs@epsys.com

Website: 

http://www.epsys.com

Location: 

Los Angeles, CA

About the company

Economic & Planning Systems, Inc. (EPS) is an innovative land economics consulting firm that is distinct in our ability to understand and creatively resolve complex challenges related to land use planning, real estate investment, and public policy.  Since 1983 we have served a wide variety of private and public sector clients throughout the United States with an emphasis on fiscal, economic and environmental sustainability. The firm has four offices located in Oakland, Los Angeles, Sacramento, and Denver. For more information, please visit our website at www.epsys.com.

The Position

EPS is seeking to fill a full-time position for a senior land use economist to help grow and lead our Los Angeles office.  We invite candidates with experience in real estate economics, public finance, urban planning, and regional economic analysis to apply.

The successful candidate will collaborate with the broader EPS leadership and staff on a variety of projects related to real estate feasibility, revitalization/redevelopment, public finance, fiscal and economic impacts, land use policy, and regional economic development.  The candidate must have the ability to work with a range of analytical methods and computer models, pursue new project leads through both the RFP process and professional relationships, and plan and execute a diverse array of consulting assignments.  This includes conducting rigorous analysis, preparing clear deliverables, representing the Firm during client interactions (including public presentations, as necessary), and adhering to project budget and schedule commitments. Over the longer term, the successful candidate will help recruit, train, and manage junior staff.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in economics, city and regional planning, public policy, public administration, business administration, or another related field (or bachelor’s degree and substantial work experience).
• 7+ years of relevant work experience.
• A solid understanding of the real estate development process.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in a broad range of data sources.
• Ability to effectively communicate the methods and results of analysis.
• Proven project management skills, including managing budgets and deadlines.
• Familiarity with the Los Angeles area preferred.

EPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Please send résumé and cover letter to jobs@epsys.com