Clean Energy Intern - Remote

Clean Energy Intern

Location: Company is Chicago-based; position is remote

Contact information: submit application to Jane Anderson and janderson@inovaenergygroup.com

Job description: Inova Energy Group is looking for a part-time (up to 20 hrs/week) Intern to support several ongoing clean energy projects focused on energy policy, energy efficiency, electrification, solar energy, and electric vehicles. The internship will be available between September and December 2024, with the potential to convert into a full-time employee position.

This is an opportunity for an individual to gain experience with real-world energy policy projects and knowledge of clean energy policy and management. As an Intern, you will work alongside our team of energy and sustainability consultants on various project work that may involve: conducting research and analysis, writing formal reports and deliverables, developing recommendations for clients, developing presentations and webinars, and other project activities.

An ideal candidate will be an energetic and dynamic individual who is interested in the challenge of meaningful work and exponentially growing their career in a fast-paced, start-up environment, and will have interest in, education, and/or prior experience working on one or more of the following topics: clean energy policy, energy efficiency, solar energy, electric vehicles, climate justice, decarbonization, climate change.

Responsibilities 

• Support projects and programs in the energy efficiency and decarbonization space with advising/consulting, idea generation, performing research, developing business solutions (including policies, procedures, and tools), and report generation. 
• Assist with writing reports, case studies, and client memorandums.
• Support client relationships through meeting attendance, preparing agendas and meeting
  minutes, and developing presentations.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university or equivalent work history.
• Working toward, or recently earned a masters degree in environmental sciences, public policy, or
  environmental policy. A focus on energy is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Interest in working at a start-up and/or as a consultant.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Good organizational skills, attention to detail, and professional demeanor.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Ability to work well independently and in a team setting.
• Knowledge of Midwest and/or national energy efficiency policies and programs.

Logistics 

Flexible schedule; part-time up to 20 hours per week.
This is a paid internship position. It is currently based in Chicago, Illinois and is remote.

About Inova 

Inova Energy Group (www.inovaenergygroup.com) is a woman-owned business offering management consulting, strategic planning, and turnkey project delivery solutions to the clean energy and sustainability industries. Inova’s work is project-based, with clients in the Midwest and Northeast regions and a focus on utility energy efficiency programs, decarbonization, renewable energy access, climate planning, and/or community resilience.

Since 2014, Inova Energy Group has served clients in public and private sectors with a variety of projects ranging from utility energy program design to stakeholder management, deployment of new technologies, statewide policy analysis, creation of climate action and mitigation plans, trainings, and the development of corporate sustainability strategies.

How we Work 

At Inova, our greatest assets are the kind of people we attract. We pride ourselves in being an energetic and collaborative team, that strives for creative solutions and excellent delivery of work. We empower individuals to pursue their interests and continuously develop their professional skills, while working with a variety of projects and topics. As a small team, we rely on each other and leverage our skills and knowledge to think outside the box. We are nimble and passionate about our work – with the knowledge that what we do makes an impact in our communities and the world. 

To Apply 

Please submit a cover letter and resume to janderson@inovaenergygroup.com. To supplement your application, submission of a writing sample is strongly encouraged (though not required).

Entry Level Planner - MKSK (Detroit)

Who: MKSK is a landscape architecture, urban design, and planning firm known for creative solutions addressing economic, social, environmental, historical, and cultural challenges within our cities. Our 90+ person team of Landscape Architects and Urban Planners work throughout the Great Lakes and Southeast Regions from 7 offices in 5 states.
MKSK’s niche is to craft public places and spaces to transform, inspire, and perform successfully. Our clients include cities, development organizations, higher ed, hospitals, transportation agencies, Fortune 500 corporations, and select developers. Our projects include planning and design for downtowns, river/waterfronts, neighborhoods, cultural and campus environments. Our Detroit office leads the firm’s transportation planning group that links transportation design with land use thru corridor plans, Complete Streets Design, transit plans, parking studies, and form-based codes.

What: We are seeking a talented Planner to help prepare projects in our small, but growing Detroit office. In particular, we are looking for someone with skills in mapping and graphics plus research and writing. This position involves drafting and editing reports and documents, preparation of plan maps, development of graphics and document layout, and preparation of presentation materials. Data collection is also part of the work including traffic counts, parking inventories, land use surveys, and occasionally intercept surveys of people on the street. Some surveys, meetings, and workshops occur on evenings and weekends.

Project Analyst - TRA (Philadelphia)

Who: TRA provides management and technical consulting services to the transportation industry, especially in public transit operations, safety, security, and maintenance. TRA’s work includes auditing, safety programs, and regulatory compliance assessments, as well as transit agency systems analyses.

What: Project Analyst is TRA’s entry-level consulting position. The Project Analyst will be based in TRA’s Philadelphia office, and will work with TRA’s staff there, and with personnel in New York, Chicago, Florida, Washington, DC, Pittsburgh, and elsewhere. The Project Analyst will travel frequently in support of TRA projects throughout the United States.
The Project Analyst supports TRA’s consulting staff and their highly varied, technical field work. Responsibilities include participating in client interviews, field assessments, and observations; documentation of business processes; writing and editing reports and proposals; interpreting and editing client documentation and procedures; and providing data, information, and analyses for use by TRA project managers and subject matter experts.

Senior Planning Analyst, CHA - Chicago, IL

Senior Planning Analyst

Moving to Work (MTW) Demonstration Program
Chicago Housing Authority

DESCRIPTION
The MTW Policy & Reporting Department serves as a centralized unit for Executive Office coordination of CHA’s participation in HUD’s Moving to Work (MTW) Demonstration Program. The department is responsible for project management of key agency-wide policy initiatives as well as collecting and coordinating information/data across the agency for both internal and external reporting. The department also provides oversight management and technical assistance for other interdepartmental data/reporting projects and special initiatives.

Senior Planning Analysts report to the Director of the Department and are responsible for supporting agency-wide initiatives by conducting data and spatial analysis to inform program and policies. Senior Planning Analysts also contribute to internal and external reports and maintain the administrative data library and ArcGIS database for the agency. Senior Planning Analysts assist other departments in expanding the use of data/spatial analysis and technical capabilities.

SUMMARY OF PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Responsibilities of this position may include but are not limited to:

• Maintain a historical administrative data library for the agency, including creation and management of numerous quarterly analyses and data reports for internal and external use
• Manage relationships, data sharing agreements and data exchanges with external research and data partners
• Create and contribute to briefing materials and reports, including MTW Annual Plans/Reports, and other policy outputs for internal and external use
• Ensure consistency and quality control in agency-wide use of data for internal and external purposes
• Conduct data and spatial/mapping analysis to support agency-wide initiatives, inform programs and policies, and assist in redevelopment and land-use planning
• Assist all CHA departments in expanding the use of data/spatial analysis and coordinate internal and external projects aimed at improving CHA’s technical and data capabilities
• Maintain and expand CHA’s GIS Database, including management of the CHA Property Information web tool and continued expansion of web-based data management and access
• Manage interdepartmental projects for increased agency-wide coordination and communication around data system needs and data integrity
• Respond to requests for data/information received from key stakeholders and through the FOIA process
• Manage special projects as required for the Department and the Executive Office

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Academic Level: Bachelors
Industry Experience: Professional, scientific and management

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in the area of public policy, public administration, social services, urban planning or related field; Master’s Degree is preferred. A minimum of three years of experience in the specific area is required, or the equivalent combination of education and related work experience. Experience with housing and/or urban policy or planning is preferred.

Strong knowledge in the areas of research and data analysis, spatial analysis, problem solving and project management is required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required, including strong skills in Excel and Access and prior experience managing databases and writing complex queries using tools such as Access or SQL Server. Proficiency in ArcGIS is also required and previous experience in Adobe Creative Suite is preferred. The incumbent must be self-directed, motivated, team-oriented, and able to work independently on complex and crucial projects.

The minimum salary for this position is: $55,336.00

Sustainability Research Assistant, Consortia Collaborative - Chicago, IL

Sustainability Research Assistant

Consortia Collaborative in collaboration with Global

Philanthropy Partners

The Consortia Collaborative is an inter-organizational collaboration of five regional

Higher Education entities focused on sustainability. The collaboration aims to strengthen

the entities’ capacity to share resources and information particular to water, solid waste

and energy reduction and the establishments of baselines and conservation goals.

 The entities include:

 Chicago Area Higher Education Retrofit Project (ARCH)

 Chicago Higher Education Sustainable Food Systems Network (CHESFSN)

 Chicagoland Network for Sustainability in Higher Education (CNSHE)

 South Metropolitan Higher Education Consortium (SMHEC)

 Illinois Green Economy Network (IGEN)

Global Philanthropy Partners serves as the fiscal agent for this project.


The Consortia Collaborative is seeking a Research Assistant in Sustainability to:

 Research existing metrics for water and solid waste usage for higher education institutions

 Participate in meetings to establish data elements to be collected

 Gather and analyze data on water and solid waste usage from participating institutions to establish baselines and

 Write a paper for publication, presentation or other public dissemination of information

 Perform other related duties as assigned.

The preferred candidate will:

 Have a strong interest in sustainability and environmental work;

 Have some familiarity with water, waste and/or recycling programs;

 Be proficient in computer applications (Word, Excel, GIS, etc);

 Have excellent oral and written communication skills;

 Be available to work during Spring, Summer and Fall 2016.

This position will pay $21/hourly for 15 hours/week for 39 weeks and will report to Genevieve Boesen, project director. Work location is flexible.

For full consideration, please submit a letter of interest and resume to Genevieve Boesen at gboesen@govst.edu with subject line “Sustainability Research Assistant” by January 22, 2015. Only electronic applications will be accepted.

Planner II
City of Highland Park. IL - Highland Park, IL
$53,000 - $67,000 a year

The City of Highland Park is seeking a full-time Planner to provide current, long range and strategic planning activities with primary emphasis on planning projects within the Department of Community Development, including the provision of staff assistance to various City Commissions and the City Council. Supervision Received : Works under the direct supervision of the Senior Planner and general guidance of the Director of Community Development. Supervision Exercised : No direct supervision; may direct assignments conducted by Planning Intern, Planner, or Administrative personnel. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Percent of Total Time Ranked Importance 30 % 1 Staff Liaison to one or more City Commissions, as directed by the Planning Division Manager and Director of Community Development. Will be primary contact for Commissioners and the Public on Commission matters. Responsibilities include administration; conducting research; preparation of reports and recommendations. Manages Commission budget; prepares meeting agenda, minutes, and mailings. City Commissions include the Design Review Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, Cultural Arts Commission, Natural Resources Commission, Housing Commission, Joint Plan Commission for Fort Sheridan, Ravinia Festival Community Relations Commission. 30 % 2 Provides staff assistance related to evaluation of development proposals, including administration of the process; preparation and presentation of reports and recommendations for applications for subdivisions, planned developments, special use permits, special exceptions and zoning text and map amendments. Performs technical review and analysis of plats of subdivision and development site plans for compliance with all applicable City codes and ordinances, as well as conformance with the City's Comprehensive Master Plan and accepted planning principles. 25 % 3 Conducts studies and planning research and prepares reports regarding the results of the studies and research. Performs research to identify and recommend revisions to the City's Comprehensive Master Plan, Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision Ordinance, and other municipal codes and ordinances. Works with ad-hoc commissions and community groups to develop long range and strategic plans for City neighborhoods and districts on specific issues. The responsibilities include research; meeting facilitation; writing neighborhood plans; and preparation of meeting agendas and mailings. 10 % 5 Responds to inquiries from citizens, developers, attorneys, engineers and other staff members regarding planning, zoning and housing issues. Communicates as needed with officials and staff of neighboring municipalities and other government agencies concerning new developments and other items of mutual interest. 5 % 6 Performs other related job duties or responsibilities as requested or required, whether or not specifically mentioned in this job description. Safety Functions : Function Becomes familiar with and observes all applicable safety policies and procedures. Immediately reports all unsafe conditions. Keeps work area clean, orderly, and free of hazards. Obeys and adheres to all safety rules and established work procedures. Maintains appropriate physical fitness to perform essential job functions. Education and Experience: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education / Experience : Graduation from accredited college or university with Bachelor’s Degree in urban planning, urban studies, landscape architecture, or related field and at least 5 years of professional planning experience; or a Masters Degree and at least 3 years of professional planning experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Certification or license : Drivers License; American Institute of Certified Planner (preferred) Required Knowledge, Skills, and Proficiencies : Experience in and comprehensive knowledge of planning principles and practices including an understanding of the short-term and long-term socioeconomic, environmental, fiscal, and political implications of planning decisions; thorough knowledge of various zoning, subdivision, and development regulations; ability to plan, organize, supervise, and carry-out complex research projects effectively. Ability to present the findings effectively in oral, written, and graphic form; public speaking ability, technical report writing skills; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with city officials, other professionals, public agencies, and the general public; ability to expand professional knowledge and expertise; ability to manage a variety of projects simultaneously. Supplemental Information: Work Environment : The work environment primarily is a general office setting with a high level of public interaction and interaction with staff from other departments, either in person or by telephone. The office frequently has a moderate noise level due to an open office configuration with office equipment running and numerous telephone calls. Some fieldwork around the city may be required occasionally, most often in residential, commercial, and/or park environments Bloodborne Pathogens : NA Tools and Equipment Used : The position requires the ability to operate the following equipment: Equipment used by this employee includes but is not limited to: Personal Computers (Windows, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Quicken, Graphics, and ARCVIEW GIS software); photocopying machines; fax machine; calculators; telephones; typewriter; and miscellaneous office equipment. Drive car. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is most often required to sit, talk, see and hear. The employee is also frequently required to stand and walk; use hands and fingers; handle maps, drawings, reports and other written documents; use equipment; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. 21 hours ago - save job » View or apply to job

Senior Planner - Village of Lombard, IL

Village of Lombard, Illinois

Senior Planner. Starting Salary: $57,535 D.O.Q.

The Village of Lombard is seeking a highly motivated, qualified professional with advanced
skills and abilities in the private development process within the Community Development
Department. The Senior Planner is a high profile position and acts as a primary contact for the
Department on significant projects and assists in large-scale and long-range projects.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
 providing assistance to residents, developers, customers and staff;
 preparing and presenting staff reports, referral letters and draft ordinances for
elected and appointed Boards and Committees;
 making presentations to residents, developers, various Village committees, civic
or public interest groups;
 reviewing and processing permits for compliance with Village Code;
 conducting site inspections;
 researching, proposing, preparing and recommending code amendments;
 assisting the Director and Assistant Director with special projects; and
 perform other functions as assigned or required.

Minimum qualification include a Master’s degree in Urban Planning or a related field with two
years of planning experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and
experience which provides the requisite knowledge skills and abilities for this job. Job requires
possession of a valid Illinois driver’s license and a Notary Public License. AICP is desirable.

All candidates should forward their resume to: Village of Lombard, Human Resources
Department, 255 East Wilson Avenue, Lombard, IL, 60148 or email to hr@villageoflombard.org.

Deadline: January 11, 2016. EOE

Planning Associate II, CFW Inc. - Emeryville or Los Angeles, CA

Planning Associate II

CFW Inc.

Professional Area: 

Facilities and Infrastructure Planning

Experience: 

3-5 years

Contact person: 

Dr. Rosa Perez

Phone: 

510-596-8180

Email: 

rperez@cfwinc.com

Website: 

http://www.cfwinc.com

Location: 

Emeryville, CA

THE POSITION

Our planning associates are multi-talented visionaries that deliver superb written work, are as comfortable using skills of urban design to craft site plans and capital programs as they are crunching numbers and streamlining excel formulas, and ultimately use their poise and confidence at the podium to present a completed planning product in front of public officials.

The Planning Associate II position is a full-time professional services position. This position will require candidates to apply a broad range of analytical support, guidance, and production of original planning work, under the direction of the Assistant Vice President for Planning Services. The selected candidate will be based either out of the company’s Emeryville or Los Angeles office; however, this position requires the candidate to travel in order to serve clients throughout the State.

RESPONSIBILITIES
The responsibilities of the Planning Associate II are as follows:

• Assess school capital program needs, including facilities, infrastructure, technology, and other relevant programs
• Develop specifications for proposed facilities and sites
• Write, design, assemble, and edit original content for clients through a process-driven planning approach focused on improving the learning environments and the functionality of school site
• Coordinate with team members to develop project budgets and schedules
• Direct, coordinate, review and participate in collecting data, performing analysis, formulating plan documents, and producing implementation materials as well as prepare and analyze reports, studies, findings, letters, memos, public notices, etc., as needed to support CFW operations or client needs
• Attend client and Board of Trustee meetings as required, typically in the evenings
• Analyze grant eligibility and assist in completing necessary applications for State and Federal education grant programs, such as State Aid funding
• Oversee and provide quality control for the products assigned to the Planning Associate(s) I
• Review drafts and provide final edits to the documents produced by the Planning Associate(s) I, insuring these documents are error-free, written in proper style/voice, and fulfill our commitment to both the client and our firm
• Synthesize the Division’s efforts in regular reports to the Assistant Vice President for Planning Services
• Review of all external marketing and client presentations
• Train and mentor the subordinate Associates
• Identification and marketing of additional opportunities to assist new and existing clients in meeting their facilities planning objectives
• Maintain knowledge of advanced planning principles and practice, current developments, literature and information sources; research methods, and laws and ordinances regarding plans, development review, education policy, zoning, land division and environmental review

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/REQUIREMENTS

• At least three (3) years of relevant work experience along with completion of a Masters degree in Urban Planning, Public Policy, Business, Economics, Architecture, or a related field
• Advanced knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint and Word; candidates are encouraged to share any experience with additional industry-specific tools (e.g. MS Project for schedules, Photoshop/Illustrator for graphics, SketchUp for 3D models, ArcGIS/Google Earth for mapping, etc)
• Adept with planning policies at the local, county, and state level in California (e.g. School Districts, City Councils, County Planning, CEQA, Coastal Commission, etc) and are prepared to rapidly develop a command of relevant State agencies (e.g. OPSC, DSA, CDE, etc)
• Self-motivated and self-directed, can work independently and  adhere to a rapid-paced work schedule
• Available for evening meetings and overnight trips
• Proven ability to write in a professional manner
• Ability to synthesize and apply government regulations and industry best practices to the assigned work product

APPLICATION PROCESS & DEADLINES

Desired Start Date: At successful completion of interview process.

Compensation: CFW offers a competitive compensation package, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Required materials:  Interested candidates should submit the following to the Director of Human Resources, Dr. Rosa Perez at rperez@cfwinc.com: (1) a cover letter that summarizes relevant work experience and abilities; (2) 2-3 professional references; (3) a resume; and (4) a sample of written work that is relevant to the position.  Samples of work may include a professionally completed plan, study, or analysis completed for a client or public decision-making body.  Professionally commissioned documents or presentations with written narrative, graphics, and data are preferred.  Candidates must indicate precisely the portion of work completed individually.

Hiring Process: CFW will review the pool of candidate information in the order received and may call suitable candidates to arrange an opportunity for an in person or Skype-based preliminary interview.  Finalists may then be called to arrange a second interview with the firm’s senior management team.

Submittal Deadline: Reviews of applicants will begin in mid-December, 2015; candidates are strongly encouraged to submit required materials as soon as possible.

Questions regarding the assignment may be directed to Jeremy Cogan, Assistant Vice President for Planning Services at:  jcogan@cfwinc.com.  Mr. Cogan’s phone number is 323-543-8317.

More information about CFW may be found at: http://www.cfwinc.com/

Senior Planner Code Enforcement - Rancho Santa Fe Association - San Diego, CA

Senior Planner Code Enforcement

Rancho Santa Fe Association

Professional Area: 

Landscape Architecture

Experience: 

7-10 years

Contact person: 

Liza Pasko

Phone: 

858-756-1174

Email: 

liza@rsfassociation.org

Website: 

http://www.rsfassociation.org

Location: 

San Diego, CA

Rancho Santa Fe Association has an exciting opportunity for the right candidate! Seeking Senior Planner Code Enforcement candidate who will provide experienced expertise in planning, architecture, landscape architecture or a closely related field; who has at least five to ten years of higher level progressively responsible experience in municipal planning/community development, including one year of project management experience and work on more complex planning issues. Prior planning experience in San Diego County is required.

POSITION SUMMARY :
Under general direction, performs responsible, complex professional planning activities involving advanced planning and special projects as necessary and provides information and assistance to Association members, design professionals, developers, realtors, contractors and the public on planning and development related matters. Performs related work as assigned.

The Senior Planner is an advanced professional class in the planning series. The incumbent oversees complex, sensitive projects in current planning and design review. Assignments may include directing the work of lower-level staff members and interns. This class is distinguished from the Associate Planner in that it involves the analysis of more complex projects, and some supervision as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES :
Essential duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
•Confer with and advise Association members, development professionals and the general public regarding advanced planning.
•Check plans to determine compliance with requirements.
•Prepare staff reports for the Association Board and various committees and advisory boards as directed; undertake research; prepare reports and maps.
•Collect, record and summarize statistical and demographic information; establish and maintain a comprehensive database; research and draft various policies and code as directed.

COMPETENCIES
•Professional Personal Presentation
•Organizing and Planning
•Attention to Detail
•Customer Service Orientation
•Ethical Conduct
•Decision Making
•Strategic Thinking
•Analytical Problem Solver
•Maintains Confidentiality
•Verbal and Written Communications Proficiency
•Information Management
•General communications proficiency on computers
•Computer skills including Word, Excel, Power Point, projectors, laptop
•Presentation skills including public speaking

POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
This is a full-time position. Standard days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30p.m. This position may require additional hours as required for business necessity.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in planning, architecture, landscape architecture or a closely related field; and at least five to ten years of progressively responsible experience in municipal planning/community development, including one year of project management experience and work on more complex planning issues. Prior planning experience in San Diego County is required.

Please submit cover letter, resume and salary history to be considered.

Planner I, Osceola County BOCC - Kissimmee, FL

Planner I

Osceola County BOCC

Professional Area: 

Transportation Planning

Website: 

http://webkiosk.osceola.org/index.cfm?lsFuses=JobApp/Jobs/Detail&sJobID=PS101777

Location: 

Kissimmee, FL

The position that Osceola County is seeking to fill is within the Transportation Planning Studio of the Planning & Design Area.  It will be a support position working with a team of 4 -6 other staff members.  Experience in transportation planning, bike trails and recreation trails, MetroPlan and/or working with Public Works or other jurisdictions in a Technical Advisory role is highly preferred.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

Under direction, the purpose of the position is to perform simple planning activities including (1) land use, environmental, transportation, infrastructure and physical planning; (2) data research, inventory and analysis to support planning activities; and (3) report writing and development review to implement the County’s Comprehensive Plan.  Employees in this classification function at entry professional level to perform skilled planning work.  Objective is to execute the County’s program for its Comprehensive Plan in compliance with all applicable codes and regulations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

• Obtains data and performs required analysis to support the Comprehensive Plan and associated studies.
• Provides technical assessment of impacts of land use for both current and long range planning activities.
• Reviews preliminary and final plans for development for compliance with Comprehensive Plan and development regulations.
• Coordinates Inter-departmental review of the development applications.
• Provides assistance to senior level staff positions in both current and long range planning activities.
• Assists in the long range planning function of the department by providing information and analysis.
• Responsible for distribution of demographic data to the general public.
• Assists applicants with submittal of plan amendment applications.
• Assists the general public and developers with the application of the future land use map as designated on their property.
• Participates in the review and implementation of the Land Development Code.
• Assists senior staff in preparing and making presentations to the Board of County Commissioners, Planning Commission, and community groups.
• Provides technical assistance at meetings.
• Conducts necessary research and analyzes collected data.
• Performs duties as assigned/necessary which are related, or logical in assignment to the position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of urban, environmental, and transportation planning; knowledge of State, County and municipal planning, zoning and development.
• Knowledge of pertinent federal, state and local rules, regulations, ordinances, and other regulatory standards applicable to the work.
• Knowledge of the objectives associated with both long and short-range planning initiatives within assigned area of planning.
• Knowledge of the body of available and current information resources applicable to the functions for technical research purposes and for special projects as may be assigned.
• Ability to interpret rules, regulations, and policies to support effective decision-making in accordance with established precedent.
• Knowledge of required development applications.
• Interpersonal, leadership, planning, management and communications skills; ability to communicate professionally verbally, in writing, and in presentations.
• Skill in researching, compiling, and summarizing statistical data and information materials.
• Ability to utilize personal computers, standard office equipment and standard software applications, e.g., word processors, database software, spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communications with internal and external customers, industry professionals, co-workers and the public.
• Ability to organize work, establish priorities, meet established deadlines, and follow up on assignments with direction.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in Planning or related field supplemented by zero (0) to three (3) years professional planning experience within a similar public organization; or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training and/or experience. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.

Management Intern - City of Olathe, KS

SALARY: $36,000.00 /Year

OPENING DATE: 12/10/15

CLOSING DATE: 12/28/15 05:00 PM 

 

DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Assistant City Manager, the Management Intern performs developmental-level professional work for the City Manager’s Office and participates in and leads a variety of projects contributing to the continued success of various organization-wide initiatives. Duties and responsibilities are designed to further prepare the incumbent for a successful career in local government.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

 Perform developmental-level professional administrative work, research, and analysis in support of the City Manager’s office, the Mayor, and Council as directed.

 Interact regularly with personnel from other departments to ensure effective interdepartmental communication and maximize operational effectiveness.

 Respond to citizen inquiries/requests and resolve all issues within assigned scope of responsibility in a timely manner, referring more complex issues to the Assistant City Manager for resolution.

 Assist with developing and implementing projects and programs impacting one or more City departments.

 Facilitate program for Olathe third graders to learn about local government.

 Act as staff advisor to the Olathe Teen Council.

 Assist with the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budgetary process by inputting data, performing appropriate analysis, and preparing necessary reports.

 Attend and participate in various organizational meetings of the  City Council and Council sub-committees as directed.

 May facilitate employee committee or ad hoc groups.

 Perform duties and responsibilities as required.  

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:

Experience: At least six months of related work experience required. Related internships (paid or unpaid) are acceptable as related work experience.

 Education: Master’s in Public Administration or equivalent

Knowledge of: General knowledge of municipal governments, city regulations/codes and ordinances.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

For consideration, you must submit ALL of the following material by January 25, 2016:

1. Cover Letter

2. Resume

3. Three Professional References

4. City of Olathe on-line Employment Application

A background investigation, post offer pre-employment physical and drug test required.

 

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:

http://www.olatheks.org

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Coordinator - Chicago, IL

The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Manager in the ongoing operations of the GIS program, and design and/or prepare graphic representations of GIS data. The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Coordinator will work with the GIS program to create and maintain geographically referenced data. The GIS Coordinator must be able to support in operating and maintaining the GIS system hardware and software.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Tests data for quality and completeness and creates reports on those audits
• Develops and tests automated output from GIS for a variety of purposes
• Imports, integrates, updates, cleans, and validates data from multiple sources
• Writes reports and communicates results, including technology and data recommendations
• Develops system documentation and user manuals on GIS best practices and functionality
• Supports GIS Manager in onboarding and training new employees as necessary
• Initial 3-month contract with the possibility for extension

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 1-3+ years’ experience with GIS (can be internships)
• Experience managing multiple tasks, documents, etc.
• Excellent data management skills – proficient with dealing with large batches of data
• Must be able to work downtown Chicago 40 hours a week
• Bachelor degree required

Michael Wall

Technical Recruiter

O: 312-566-4364

C: 312-972-5769

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Principal Planner - City of Novato, California

Principal Planner

City of Novato, California

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Experience: 

5-7 years

Contact person: 

Jessica Deakyne

Phone: 

415-899-899-8919

Fax: 

415-899-8973

Email: 

jdeakyne@novato.org

Website: 

http://www.novato.org

Location: 

Novato, CA

PRINCIPAL PLANNER CITY OF NOVATO

$7,231-8,790 monthly + full benefit package. 
Placement in the salary range is dependent upon qualifications and experience. 

The City of Novato, California is currently looking for a Principal Planner to supervise and perform a broad range of city planning duties.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate expert knowledge of current planning procedures and practices, environmental review requirements, and the function of a planning division. This individual will be experienced and comfortable with supervising professional and support planning staff through the completion of simple to complex current planning assignments, handling the more complex current planning activities, and assisting in the operations and administration of the Planning Division of the Community Development Department.

The Principal Planner will be responsible for preparing professional quality staff reports and presenting projects to a variety of audiences, including the public, appointed commissions, and elected officials. The Principal Planner lead and help develop a talented team of planning professionals who are focused on processing current planning applications and delivering exceptional customer service. The position represents an excellent opportunity to work for an organization that values creative problem solving, teamwork, and that supports employees to grow and develop professionally.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Four years of increasingly responsible urban planning, regional planning, community development or zoning administration including experience in a local government and two years of lead supervisory and project management experience. Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban planning, regional planning, or a related field. FINAL FILING

DEADLINE

December 10, 2015 @ 5:00pm Please hold January 7, 2016 as the interview day for this position.

To apply for this position, please visit www.governmentjobs.com or www.novatojobs.org