Director of Research - Rails-to-Trails Conservancy - Washington, DC

Director of Research
Rails-to-Trails Conservancy
Washington, DC

Rails-to-Trails Conservancy seeks a Director of Research to define and implement an organization-wide, innovative research agenda that furthers our trail development and policy objectives. The Director will work closely with program staff to ensure that research findings and tools are incorporated into practice.

Qualifications: Master’s degree in urban or transportation planning, economics or public health; Ph.D preferred. Minimum four years relevant professional work experience with expertise in transportation planning or policy; excellent quantitative and qualitative research skills; and outstanding written, verbal and listening skills. Must be passionate about trails and active transportation. For a detailed job announcement, go to www.railtrails.org, and then click careers at the bottom of the page.

To Apply: (Choose one form of transmitting your resume. No phone calls please. Recruiters, please do not contact our offices.) Send a cover letter and resume to: HR, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, 2121 Ward Court, NW, 5th Floor, Duke Ellington Building, Washington, DC 20037, email: elton@railtrails.org. Fax: 202-223-9257. EOE.


SALARY RANGE: Mid II (4-8 years)

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CONTACT INFORMATION
Address
2121 Ward Court, NW
5th Floor
Washington, DC 20037

Resource URL http://www.railstotrails.org
Email elton@railstotrails.org

Housing Research Analyst - Sage Computing - Reston, VA

Housing Research Analyst
Sage Computing, IncReston, VA

Immediate opening for a junior to mid-level Housing Research Analyst with strong research and writing experience. Candidates should possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to manage multiple assignments at once. Superior work ethic, willingness to learn, attention to detail, and demonstrated ability to work in a team environment are required. Responsibilities include conducting qualitative research and writing on various housing-related topics.

Qualifications required for this position are:

• A Master’s degree in Public Policy, Planning, Economics, Public Administration or a related field is required;
• Strong empirical skills;
• Background in public policy/community development/housing;
• Strong skills in academic style writing;
• Works effectively in teams; and
• Conducts research with attention to detail and schedule.

Job is based in Reston, Virginia. We offer a flexible work environment with opportunity for learning and growth. Please send resume and two writing samples to resume@sagecomputing.com. Compensation based on experience. Sage is an equal opportunity employer.

ASSOCIATE – Community Development Finance, KANE, MC KENNA AND ASSOCIATES, INC. - Chicago, IL

KANE, MC KENNA AND ASSOCIATES, INC.

ASSOCIATE – Community Development Finance

Location: Chicago, IL

Type: Full-time

We are seeking an Associate to participate in Economic Development and related projects.

Assignments could include Tax Increment Finance (TIF) District designation, Business District

(BD) designation, project financial analysis and municipal finance analysis.

We are seeking candidates with a background in Community/Economic Development and

Economics/Finance Research. Responsibilities would include: research, quantitative and

qualitative analysis and technical writing (including memoranda and reports). Multiple project

assignments are expected and applicants should demonstrate the ability review information

and to present summaries based on such reviews.

Requirements of Position

Candidates must have a graduate degree in urban planning, business or finance and

demonstrate the following:

 Quantitative analysis skills, particularly using Microsoft Excel

 Communication skills

 Ability to organize presentations and/or project summaries

 Strong writing skills

Other Areas Helpful to the Position

 Ability to conduct demographic and economic analysis

 Real estate financial analysis and feasibility

 Tax projections

The firm supports the professional growth of its staff and encourages all professionals to

become active in professional and trade organizations. Salaries and benefits are competitive,

based on experience, and are augmented by performance-based bonus compensation.

All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color,

religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status,

age physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge

from military service.

Application Process

Please respond by submitting the following via email to rrychlicki@kanemckenna.com, address

your materials to Robert Rychlicki, Executive Vice President:

 Relevant samples of your professional or academic work

Cover letter

 Resume

Analyst and Senior Analyst, HR&A Advisors - Raleigh, NC

Analyst and Senior Analyst

HR&A Advisors

Professional Area: 

Economic Planning and Development

Housing

Real Estate Development

Urban Design

Experience: 

1-3 years

Phone: 

212 977 5597

Website: 

http://www.hraadvisors.com/contact/career-opportunities/

Location: 

Raleigh, NC

POSITION DESCRIPTION | We are seeking Analyst or Senior Analyst candidates for a January, 2016 start to join a small project execution team that will be based in Raleigh, NC. Our team will support HR&A’s New York, Washington, DC, Los Angeles, and Dallas offices in serving clients throughout North America, with a focus on serving the Southeastern US market.

Analyst: Analysts are the foundation of HR&A’s team-oriented, collaborative structure. Tasks may include real estate market analysis; case study research; strategic planning; preparation of real estate pro formas for a range of uses and public-private structures; economic and financial analysis; and public policy analysis. Analysts also help prepare marketing materials, proposals, and client deliverables in the form of written reports, memos, PowerPoint presentations, and Excel models.

Senior Analyst: Day-to-day tasks will require completing complex real estate and economic assignments including pro forma analysis for a range of uses, market feasibility research, fiscal and economic impact studies, public-private partnership strategies, and public policy design. The Senior Analyst will review and present client deliverables, including memos, reports and PowerPoint presentations; and will support the firm’s business development efforts. Senior Analysts must also ensure that the tools and methodologies utilized in the performance of our work are effective and successful, and assist in planning work efforts and monitoring project budgets.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED | Successful candidates for both positions will possess strong skills in both quantitative and qualitative analysis. They will have a passion for urban development and policy, and a deep curiosity about the challenges and opportunities facing cities. They must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills; proficiency with PowerPoint, Excel, and Word; and the ability to manage multiple assignments at once. Furthermore, candidates should be highly motivated independent thinkers who are detail-oriented, entrepreneurial, and sufficiently poised for client interaction. The most successful candidates will show a capacity for leadership, the ability to think critically and creatively, and potential for professional growth. Specific requirements follow:

Analyst: Candidates should have a Master’s Degree, or a Bachelor’s Degree, with a focus on economics, urban planning, business, public policy, real estate, or other closely related field, and one to two years of relevant fulltime experience.

Senior Analyst: Candidates should have a Master’s Degree, or a Bachelor’s Degree, with a focus on economics, urban planning, business, public policy, real estate, or other closely related field, and two to four years of relevant
full-time experience in a consulting or other analytic environment related to real estate and/or economic development. Preference will be given to candidates whose experience includes project management for consulting engagements in a relevant field.

SALARY | Competitive, based on qualifications and experience. HR&A provides a comprehensive benefits package including a full range of health benefits, retirement plan, and paid holidays.

SUBMISSION | Please submit a cover letter and resume as a single PDF document (maximum of 2 pages) on HR&A’s website athttp://www.hraadvisors.com/contact/career-opportunities/. For more information, please contact us at jobs@hraadvisors.com.

Please do not call regarding this position.

Senior Land Use Planner, PlanSmart - Trenton, NJ

Senior Land Use Planner 

PlanSmart NJ

Experience: 

5-7 years

Email: 

info@plansmartnj.org

Website: 

http://www.plansmartnj.org/

Location: 

Trenton, NJ

PlanSmart NJ, a non-profit planning and public policy organization in downtown Trenton, has an opening for a full time Senior Land Use Planner.  PlanSmart NJ undertakes research, advocacy, public education and technical services in the land use planning field.  We provide a unique perspective by exploring and developing cutting edge land use planning concepts.  We are looking for a candidate who enjoys innovative thinking as much as detailed analysis. The Planner will play a leadership role in the organization on all planning matters. They must be knowledgeable of land use issues in New Jersey and planning best practices. Candidates must be skilled in project management, public speaking, data and policy analysis, and writing reports and proposals, as well as interacting with the public. We are a team-based organization, working closely together to share ideas, offer feedback, and provide helping hands on whatever the job at hand requires. 

The successful candidate will be a member of a small planning team, and be involved with projects that cover a range of topics, including economic development, environmental planning, affordable housing development, transportation infrastructure, urban revitalization, regional equity, and regional planning.  

Responsibilities

• Conduct and support quantitative research and analysis.
• Conduct literature reviews and other analysis.
• Draft policy reports, short policy columns, and articles.
• Maintain expertise in assigned areas of responsibility.
• Represent the organization at coalition meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A Masters Degree in Urban Planning, or related field
• A minimum of 5 years full-time planning experience
• Excellent writing, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Experience with qualitative and quantitative research
• Strong analytical skills
• Skill in distilling large amounts of information/data into relevant insight
• Knowledge of land use, transportation, social equity and regional planning issues in NJ
• Proficiency in GIS, Adobe Creative Suite, Database management, and Microsoft Office
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of specific projects
• AICP and PP strongly preferred

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401K
• Generous PTO package

Salary

• Commensurate with experience

Application Process

Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to info@plansmartnj.org with “Senior Land Use Planner Application” in the subject line.  Application deadline July 20, 2015.  Please do not call.

Associate, SB Friedman Development Advisors - Chicago, IL

Associate

SB Friedman Development Advisors

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Economic Planning and Development

Experience: 

1-3 years

Contact person: 

Geoffrey Dickinson, AICP

Phone: 

312-384-2404

Email: 

gdickinson@sbfriedman.com

Website: 

http://www.sbfriedman.com

Location: 

Chicago, IL

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. The firm assists in the planning and implementation of complex 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. SB Friedman has been recognized as one of the few consulting companies that truly understands both the public and the private perspectives on development issues. Clients include the Cities of Chicago and Milwaukee, numerous suburbs and other public bodies, not-for-profit institutions, and private developers.

Responsibilities 
Associates are responsible for research, quantitative and qualitative analysis, data synthesis, presentation of findings, and technical writing (including memoranda and reports). As Associates are routinely assigned to multiple projects at any given time, candidates should have demonstrated ability to sift, organize, and synthesize various data in a timely manner and draw reasonable conclusions and/or recommendations from the data analysis.

Requirements of Position Candidates 
Must have a graduate degree in urban planning, business or real estate and demonstrate:

• Exceptional quantitative analysis skills, particularly using Microsoft Excel 
• Strong writing ability 
• Strength in oral communication and interpersonal skills 
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines 
• Detail orientation and accuracy 
• Commitment to community revitalization and economic development

In addition, successful candidates will have academic and professional experience in areas relevant to our practice, such as:

• Demographic and economic analysis 
• Public finance and tax projections 
• Real estate market analysis 
• Real estate financial analysis/feasibility

The following additional skills and experience are desirable for Associate candidates:

• Strength in oral communication and presentations 
• Experience with GIS and Esri Business Analyst
• Experience with IMPLAN and/or similar tools Other Details

The firm supports the professional growth of its staff and encourages all professionals to become active in professional and trade organizations. Salaries and benefits are competitive, based on experience, and are augmented by performance-based bonus compensation. All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service.

Application Process 
Please respond by submitting the following via email:

• Cover letter 
• Resume 
• Written sample of your professional work

Writing samples should be primarily authored by the applicant; if a team project is submitted, clearly indicate the responsibilities and contributions of the applicant. Incomplete submittals or submittals in other formats may not be considered or reviewed.

Housing Research Analyst, Sage Computing - Reston, VA

Housing Research Analyst

Sage Computing

April 21, 2015 

Professional Area: 

Housing

Experience: 

1-3 years

Location: 

Reston, VA

Immediate opening for a junior to mid-level Research Analyst/Writer with strong research and writing experience. Responsibilities include conducting qualitative research and writing on various housing related topics.

Qualifications:

·        A Master’s degree in Public Policy, Planning, Economics, Public Administration or a related field is required;

·         Strong empirical skills;

·         Interest in public policy/community development/housing;

·         Strong skills in academic style writing;

·         Works effectively in teams; and

·         Conducts research with attention to detail and schedule.

Job is located in Reston, VA. Send your resume, cover letter, and a writing sample to resume@sagecomputing.com or fax to 703 742 7889.

Data Analyst, buildingcommunityWORKSHOP - Houston?brownsville, TX

Data Analyst

buildingcommunityWORKSHOP

March 19, 2015

Professional Area: 

Information Technology / GIS

Location: 

buildingcommunityWORKSHOP is a Texas based non-profit community design center seeking to improve the livability and viability of communities. 

The Analytics effort facilitates and promotes the informed interpretation of local data and its direct use by community leaders. [bc] provides technical assistance, including data analysis and visualization, to community-based organizations to inform strategic decision-making and address urban issues. The goal is to serve community needs and inform local policymaking by providing valuable, actionable information on a local scale.

Position Title: Data Analyst

Positions Available: 1

Location: Houston or Brownsville, TX

Preferred Start Date: May 1st, 2015

Compensation: 40,000-45,000 or commensurate with experience

Main Purpose & Function

The Data Analyst will join the buildingcommunityWORKSHOP bcANALYTICS effort to strengthen neighborhoods by employing data and research for informed decision-making. The focus is on the strategic and systematic use of data to tackle urban and civic issues, particularly those affecting asset-poor families. The position will work within the bcANALYTICS team with oversight from the Director and in support of other [bc] staff. 

The Data Analyst’s work will be focused on (1) the collection, visualization, reporting of data to answer questions identified by neighborhood working groups (2) serve as a data intermediary between partner institutions and [bc] (3) support a wider development of community-wide data resources.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Collect and track community and neighborhood indicators related to trends in quality of life around education, economic development, housing, health, and public safety including data from public sources 

Collect, analyze, and present social, demographic, economic, property, and program data

Prepare reports for non-profit organization efforts to aid in organizational strategic decision-making 

Draft and implement data sharing agreements as needed

Deliver data content for group seminars, forums, public communication, and presentations

Coordinate with diverse group of local stakeholders (including neighborhood groups, non-profit organizations, and local government) to advance a data strategy for cities in Texas

Qualifications 

Required:

Bachelors degree in applied statistics, urban planning, computer science, or social science with emphasis on quantitative research in urban environments

Experience with the development of data and geodatabase systems and/or cloud database structures

Experience with quantitative and qualitative data collection, cleaning, transformation, management, and analysis

Proficiency with or expertise in quantitative data cleaning, analysis, and visualization tools  (MS Excel, Numbers, SAS, Stata, SPSS, R, SQL, Python)

Proficiency with geospatial analysis/visualization tools (ArcGIS, QGIS, CartoCSS, TileMill) 

Excellent report writing, editing, and proofreading skills

Intensive research experience in academic and/or professional contexts, including survey design, data collection/analysis/visualization and presentation of research to non-technical audiences

Ability or experience working with diverse stakeholders, including the ability to listen to and interpret the needs of non-technical users

Ability to think and work independently within a collaborative teamwork setting

Strong organizational skills

Strong creative, critical thinking, and problem solving skills

Strong initiative, self-motivation, integrity, and sense of humor

Ability or experience adapting quickly to, planning for, and managing multiple projects

Preferred: 

Master’s Degree or >3 years experience preferred

Visual and graphic design skills, especially in Adobe Creative Suite

Proficiency or Fluency in Spanish, written and spoken

Experience in community engagement, design, urban planning a plus

CONTACT:

Please email interest letter, resume, and work samples (including writing samples, publications, reports, data visualizations, and/or maps) (10mb maximum file size) to: Trena Lechleitner (no phone calls please) attrena@bcworkshop.org.  Please reference “Data Analyst - 2015” in the subject line of your email.

Applications will be accepted until April 7th.

Planner, Urban Planning Partners, Inc. - Oakland, CA

Planner 

Urban Planning Partners, Inc.

January 30, 2015 

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Experience: 

1-3 years

Email: 

contact@up-partners.com

Website: 

http://up-partners.com

Location: 

Oakland, CA

 

Planner

Urban Planning Partners seeks a Planner with the following qualifications and skills to support two or more project managers:

• 1-2 years professional planning experience (CEQA experience and/or public sector experience desirable).
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in planning, environmental studies or a related discipline.
• Excellent writing/editing, research and analysis (qualitative and quantitative) and communication skills.
• Strong word processing and Excel abilities. Working knowledge of Adobe CS and/or GIS is desirable.
• The ideal candidate should be flexible, detail-oriented, and have excellent time management and organizational skills. S/he should have the ability to take initiative, be a problem solver, and work in a fast-paced and professional environment.

Urban Planning Partners is a small consulting firm with a diversity of clients and projects. The firm’s services include land use policy, environmental review, contract planning; policy research & analysis, grant writing, and entitlement assistance. Learn more about the firm at www.up-partners.com.

For full-time employees, Urban Planning Partners offers excellent benefits (vacation, sick, and holiday pay; medical, dental, group life, and long-term disability insurance; and a Simple IRA with company match). Urban Planning Partners is an equal opportunity employer. Compensation is commensurate with experience and abilities.

To Apply: Please send an email to contact@up-partners.com and attach a single (one) PDF file that includes your cover letter and resume. Please write "Planner" in the Subject line of the e-mail and name the PDF file as follows: Plnr_last name_first initial_date (submitted in YYMMDD format). For example: Plnr_Smith_L_150109.pdf. In your cover letter, please express why you are interested in Urban Planning Partners and are a great fit for this position.

No phone calls please.

Thanks and Good Luck!

Program Analyst, HR&A Advisors - Washington, D.C.

Program Analyst

HR&A Advisors

January 15, 2015

Professional Area: 

Economic Planning and Development

Real Estate Development

Experience: 

3-5 years

Phone: 

2129775597

Email: 

jobs@hraadvisors.com

Location: 

Washington, DC

Firm Overview |HR&A Advisors, Inc. (HR&A) is an industry-leading real estate, economic development and public policy consulting firm. We have provided analytic and advisory services for some of the most complex mixed-use, neighborhood, downtown, campus, and regional development projects across North America and abroad for clients in the public, private, and non-profit sectors.  HR&A is currently part of a consortium selected by the Federal Government to administer the Strong Cities, Strong Communities National Resource Network, (“the Network”) a $10 million initiative to assist economically distressed cities across the U.S. through innovative consulting and advisory services: http://www.nationalresourcenetwork.org/en/home

Position Description |We are seeking a Program Analyst to serve as HR&A’s primary analyst and a key manager of HR&A’s participation in the Network. This high profile position will report to senior HR&A staff and collaborate with the senior staff from the other members of the Network consortium. The position will also engage directly with local, state, and federal agency staff with interest in the work of the Network.

The position’s core responsibilities are 1) performing quantitative and qualitative analysis of the economic conditions and challenges present in cities around the country; 2) drafting detailed reports containing such analysis, additional findings from site visits, and proposed scopes of services for assisting cities; 3) participating in site visits to cities to interview local officials and stakeholders and learn firsthand local economic needs and opportunities; 4) supporting city-specific consulting engagements, as part of a team with other HR&A and consortium member staff; 5) managing HR&A’s overall participation in the Network, including budget oversight, expense monitoring and reporting, and advice and assistance as requested by other HR&A staff involved in the activities of the Network.

The positon is focused full-time on the Network for a minimum of one year. The Program Analyst may have opportunities to continue after that year full-time on the Network, or take on other HR&A projects, or some combination thereof, based on performance and the needs of the firm.

Experience Required | Successful candidates will possess strong skills in both quantitative and qualitative analysis with regard to urban economic issues, demographics, real estate and land use development. They must able to provide examples of analytic products produced for clients, internal corporate purposes and/or in graduate degree requirements.  Candidates must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills; proficiency with PowerPoint, Excel, and Word; and the ability to manage multiple assignments at once. Familiarity with demographic and economic data sources, GIS mapping, and economic analysis is highly desired. Candidates must be highly motivated independent thinkers who are detail-oriented, entrepreneurial, and sufficiently poised for client interaction. The most successful candidates will show a capacity for leadership, the ability to think critically and creatively, and potential for professional growth. Candidates should haveat least three to five years of experience in an analytic environment related to urban economic development, policy analysis, or local public sector analytic experience in a relevant field and a Master’s Degree.   However, considerable experience in a closely-related field may also be substituted for a graduate degree.

Salary | Competitive, based on qualifications and experience. HR&A provides a comprehensive benefits package including a full range of health benefits, retirement plan, and paid holidays.

Submission | Please submit a cover letter, resume (maximum of 2 pages), and least one example of relevant written analytic work (no longer than 10 pages) as a single PDF document on the HR&A website athttp://www.hraadvisors.com/application-form/. Your file must be named in the following format 
“LAST NAME.FIRST NAME.DATE.DCSC2”.  Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and we are looking to fill this position as soon as possible.

HR&A may contact candidates for brief phone conversations prior to inviting candidates to the DC and/or New York office for formal interviews.  For more information, please visit www.hraadvisors.com or contact us atjobs@hraadvisors.com. 

Please do not call regarding this position