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.

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

Senior Planner-Department Head, Gruen Associates - Los Angeles, CA

Senior Planner-Department Head

Gruen Associates

Professional Area: 

Architecture

Experience: 

More than 10 years

Location: 

Los Angeles, CA

Gruen Associates is looking for highly-motivated individuals who are passionate and committed to the built and planned environments, sustainable design strategies and our communities. Interested professionals should seek responsibility, be detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to take on challenges and grow with our team.

The Senior Planner/Department Head position provides opportunities to lead the award-winning planning and urban design departments and be a hands-on planner and manager for a wide range of exciting projects including TODs, planning and design for mass transit and transportation projects, specific plans, master plans, EIRs, campus projects, revitalization plans, streetscape projects, pedestrian plans and community plans for both public and private sectors.

Experience and expertise in project management, as well as management of a small staff, proposal writing/business development, land use/urban planning/design in California, excellent writing and communication skills, strong physical design and policy planning, and carrying a project from conceptual design through construction documents are required.

A Master's degree in Planning or related field and at least 15 years of experience in planning/urban design are required, with at least 5 years at a private consulting firm. California experience in Specific Plans and AICP are required. Experience in transportation planning and an undergraduate degree in Architecture or Landscape Architecture are desirable.

Please send cover letter, resume and work samples via email to gruen@gruenassociates.com. Provide documents in .pdf format.

Review our website for more information about Gruen Associates' long-term architecture and planning legacy, a list of projects and recent awards. www.gruenassociates.com

Landscape Designer, Stantec - Rochester, NY

Landscape Designer

Stantec

Professional Area: 

Landscape Architecture

Experience: 

3-5 years

Website: 

http://www.stantec.com

Location: 

Rochester, NY

Your Opportunity:

Interested in a Marketing Career Built on Passion & Driven by Excellence? 

At Stantec, we design with community in mind. Our Community Development/Transportation group is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life where people live, work, and play.  Our group is comprised of collaborative, creative and visionary professionals who create high-quality, innovative and sustainable environments.  Our organizational structure cultivates career growth and provides opportunities as unique as you are. 

Your Duties:

Do you want to revitalize our neighborhoods, create a new community based design, or take on a new phase of a current project while having the ability to grow your career?  Are you passionate about your work?  Will you bring creativity and innovation?  This position is ideal for a candidate that is willing to learn, grow and enhance their professional skills and advance professionally in the long term.   

Wondering what you will do as a Landscape Architect at Stantec?

• Design and manage a variety of projects from initial planning through construction
• Assist with services that include urban design; visioning; master planning; park and recreation design, streetscape design; preparation of visual impact assessments; bicycle, pedestrian and multiuse trail and pathway design; planting design; feasibility study preparation; and design for site and infrastructure improvements
• Provide design solutions that are environmentally responsible, aesthetically pleasing, functional, and technically sound. 
• Preparation of design/approval/construction documents for projects ranging from parks, streetscapes, master planning, private, municipal and federal development projects. 

Additional responsibilities may include:

• Preparation of design development concepts
• Preparation of contract documents
• Interaction with municipal agencies
• Preparation of cost estimates, correspondence, administration and construction documentation
• Presentation graphics
• Presentations to the public, project stakeholder groups and our clients

Your Capabilities and Credentials:

The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Degree from accredited Landscape Architecture program (Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture required)
• 3-8 years of experience, preferably in the consulting environment
• New York registration is optional, but preferred
• Excellent design, graphic, computer skills (AutoCad, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Adobe required, Microstation and Illustrator a plus)

Please submit your resume for consideration on our careers site at the following link: https://jobs-stantec.icims.com/jobs/22741/job?mobile=false&width=688&hei...

Stantec is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Stantec will provide reasonable accommodation to all applicants and employees. Please contact our Helpline at (855) 917-7440 or email access@stantec.com if you need an accommodation to complete the application process.

Planner/GIS specialist, PlanSmart NJ - Trenton, NJ

Planner/GIS specialist

PlanSmart NJ

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Experience: 

Entry level

Email: 

info@plansmartnj.org

Website: 

http://plansmartnj.org

Location: 

Trenton, NJ

PROJECT PLANNER/GIS SPECIALIST

PlanSmart NJ PlanSmart NJ, a non-profit planning and public policy organization in downtown Trenton, has an opening for a part-time Project Planner/GIS Specialist. PlanSmart NJ undertakes research, advocacy, public education and technical services. PlanSmart NJ explores and develops cutting edge planning concepts and brings a unique perspective to the field of land use planning.

We are looking for a candidate who enjoys innovative thinking as much as detailed analysis. 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. We expect each person, however, to be a self-starter, a person who can work independently and take responsibility for her/his work. The successful candidate will be a member of a small planning team, and be involved with projects that cover a range of topics, including the economy, the environment, housing, transportation, urban revitalization, regional equity, and state, regional and local planning. Upcoming work will involve research and mapping analysis for PlanSmart NJ’s Repurposing Stranded Assets Project.

This project is using existing real estate and demographic data to assess the state of New Jersey’s commercial and real estate market. Through data collection and literature review, the project will identify common constraints and opportunities to repurpose underutilized office and retail centers to better function in the 21st Century economy and environment. In addition to project work, the planner will assist with website updates, Constant Contact messages, and social media to communicate project updates.

Job responsibilities will include a range of research and planning activities, depending on the annual work program, including such things as:

1. GIS and statistical analysis of economic and other data – making maps, spreadsheets, and graphs, 
2. Interaction with development professionals, environmental advocates, corporate and business representatives, government officials and the press, and 
3. Refining our technical planning tools, concepts and strategies for use on a regional scale.

Qualifications/Skills

• A Masters Degree in Urban Planning, or related field Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Experience with qualitative and quantitative research, as well as the ability to organize and communicate research findings Interest in land use, economic, regional planning, transportation and social equity issues 
• Strong analytical skills 
• Extensive computer skills GIS, Adobe Creative Suite. 
• Knowledge of Access and WordPress a plus. 
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of specific projects

Application Process 
Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to HYPERLINK "mailto:info@plansmartnj.org"info@plansmartnj.org with “Project Planner Application” in the subject line.

Project Coordinator-Education and Training, National Main Street Center - Chicago, IL (part time)

Project Coordinator, Education and Training

Position Details
Type	Part Time
Offered By	National Main Street Center, A subsidiary of the National Trust for Historic Preservation 50 West Jackson Blvd. Suite 350 Chicago , *United States
Salary	Non-Exempt

Over the past 35 years, the National Main Street Center (NMSC) – a subsidiary of the National Trust for Historic Preservation – has led a transformational movement, working with communities around the country to revitalize and re-energize their downtown commercial districts. We are passionate about helping communities understand the connection between creating quality urban places and economic competitiveness – and equipping them with the tools to make that connection a reality. Since its inception, the NMSC’s approach has earned a reputation as one of the most powerful economic development tools in the nation, generating over $61.7 billion in reinvestments in downtown areas.

The Coordinator of Education and Training is a part-time, temporary position which is anticipated to run from September 1, 2015 through May 31, 2016. The hours will range between 20 – 28 hours per week.   If extended beyond 6 months, the position would become eligible for benefits.

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for assisting with the development and implementation of the Main Street America Institute (MSAI), the NMSC’s signature educational and training offering for advanced professional development in downtown and commercial district revitalization. The MSAI aims to provide a comprehensive, intensive yet convenient curriculum structure featuring both online and onsite coursework, and is focused on strengthening the knowledge and skills of our professionals in their efforts to lead successful revitalization programs.

Duties

• Support the Manager of Content & Education and the Director of Leadership Development in launching the Main Street Institute in January 2016.
• Assist with the development of content and curriculum of the multi-month certification process – including, but not limited to, helping identify topics and recruiting instructors.
• Coordinate and schedule regular Institute task force meetings and serve as the key point person for the group when necessary.
• Assist with the logistics of the in-person trainings and online trainings, including monitoring registration, handling content and materials, coordinating contracts and services, and serving as the primary liaison between the instructors and the Content & Education manager.
• Assist with the tracking of the project budget and handling reporting duties as needed.
• Assist with the communications and promotions of the Institute, including but not limited to creating content for the website and email marketing.
• Monitor participant satisfaction and help make adjustments to training when required to meet participant needs.
• Help the organization effectively engage with a larger, broader and more culturally diverse audience.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of professional level experience, particularly in a matrixed and geographically dispersed non-profit environment.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating projects, performing research, writing and editing.
• Experience with website content design and management preferred.
• Excellent project-management skills, including ability to work well under deadline pressure and ability to achieve results with general supervision.
• Familiarity with National Main Street Network highly desired.
• Experience with curriculum development or training program highly desired.
• Basic analytical and problem solving skills, including  issue identification and prioritization.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Experience successfully interacting with key stakeholders.
• Ability to collaborate achieve results. 
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task efficiently and respond to a high volume of ongoing requests in a timely fashion.  Strong organizational skills required.
• Ability to continually develop skills related to use of rapidly changing technology and communications best practices.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and skill set essential.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a dynamic work environment
• Demonstrated success in working with culturally diverse colleagues.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel required. Familiarity with other software, including databases, a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent years of experience) required. Masters in planning, preservation or similar field preferred.

How to Apply

To apply, please include a cover letter in the body of a message and email your resume as a Word, PDF or Text document to 283688-CS-815@nthp.hrmdirect.com.

Senior Policy Researcher/Planner, PlanSmart NJ - Trenton, NJ

Senior Policy Researcher/Planner

PlanSmart NJ, a non-profit planning and public policy organization in downtown Trenton, has an opening for a full time Senior Policy Researcher/Planner. PlanSmart NJ undertakes research, advocacy, public education and technical services. PlanSmart NJ explores and develops cutting edge planning concepts and brings a unique perspective to the field of land use planning. We are looking for a candidate who enjoys innovative thinking as much as detailed analysis. 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. We expect each person, however, to be a self-starter, a person who can work independently and take responsibility for her/his work.

The successful candidate will be a member of a small planning team, and be involved with projects that cover a range of topics, including the economy, the environment, housing, transportation, urban revitalization, regional equity, and state, regional and local 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.
• Develop grant proposals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills

• A Masters Degree in Urban Planning, or related field
• Excellent writing, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Experience with qualitative and quantitative research, as well as the ability to organize and communicate research findings
• Knowledge of land use, economic, regional planning, transportation and social equity issues in New Jersey
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to respond quickly to news developments
• Skill in distilling large amounts of information/data into relevant insight
• Relevant computer skills (GIS, Adobe Creative Suite, Database management)
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of specific projects
• AICP and PP preferred

How to apply

Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to info@plansmartnj.org with "Senior Policy Researcher/Planner Application" in the subject line. Application deadline July 15, 2015. Please do not call.

Vice President of Revitalization Programs, National Main Street Center - Chicago, IL

Vice President of Revitalization Programs 

National Main Street Center

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Preservation

Experience: 

More than 10 years

Contact person: 

Human Resources

Email: 

260572-CS-1718@nthp.hrmdirect.com

Website: 

http://www.preservationnation.org/main-street/

Location: 

Chicago, IL

Over the past 35 years, the National Main Street Center (NMSC) – a subsidiary of the National Trust for Historic Preservation – has led a transformational movement, working with 2000+ communities around the country to revitalize and re-energize their downtown commercial districts through a focus on reusing and rehabilitating older and historic buildings. We are passionate about helping communities understand the connection between creating quality urban places and economic competitiveness, and equipping them with the tools to make that connection a reality. Since its inception, the NMSC’s approach has earned a reputation as one of the most powerful economic development tools in the nation, generating over $61 billion in reinvestments in downtown areas.

The Vice President of Revitalization Programs will play a key leadership role in the National Main Street Center’s work to inspire and enable communities to build economically vibrant downtown and neighborhood commercial districts. This position will lead the launch of the renewed and re-imagined Four Point Approach, the Center’s signature revitalization framework. In this capacity, the Vice President will help existing Main Street communities transition to this new tool, as well as help the Center reach new communities with this refreshed framework. Overseeing the Field Services team, the Vice President will also lead the Center’s efforts to expand technical service offerings, and offer preservation-based economic revitalization services directly to communities.

As the CEO’s senior direct report, this position serves as a deputy, helping provide leadership for operational, financial and administrative functions of the Main Street Center, in support of and coordination with the CEO. In the absence of the CEO, the Vice President also may serve as the principal staff and Board liaison and, as assigned, serve as Acting CEO, acting in accordance with the role and responsibilities of the CEO. As the CEO’s senior direct report, this position serves as a deputy, helping provide leadership as needed for operational, financial and administrative functions of the Main Street Center, in support of and coordination with the CEO. In the absence of the CEO, the Vice President also may serve as the principal staff and Board liaison and, as assigned, serve as Acting CEO, acting in accordance with the role and responsibilities of the CEO.

The successful candidate will be an outstanding team player and manager, and be a thought leader in the field of economic development, able to offer critical insights and expertise on strategies that most effectively enable communities to revitalize their downtowns.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Minimum 20 years professional experience, including at least 12 years in progressively responsible senior management roles. Demonstrated experience executing successful non-profit organizational-development strategies and tactics. 
• At least 12 years of experience leading large cross-departmental projects and teams, preferably in a national level, non-profit setting. 
• Commercial revitalization subject area expertise; background with the Main Street Four Point Approach strongly preferred, with strong business acumen and analytic ability. 
• Previous fundraising experience required, including strategic roles in grant writing and funder relationship management. 
• Knowledge of organizational effectiveness strategies, leadership development, assessment methodologies, changes management and performance management solutions, with demonstrated ability to provide strategic leadership. 
• Self motivated, goal-oriented with a proven track record of results. Able to achieve significant high quality results with only minimal supervision, meaning general directions given with regular status checks. 
• Excellent consulting and diagnostic skills, with ability to foresee and plan around obstacles to produce desired outcomes. Training, and experience training others, in project management methods a plus. 
• Advanced analytical, problem solving (issue identification and prioritization) skills are essential for this role, plus the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analysis. 
• Experience with analytics -- specifically with techniques such as data mining and forecasting. 
• Advanced project management, department-management and client-management skills, with the ability to develop and execute short and long terms plans including the establishment of goals and outcome measures. Dependability essential, with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation, preferred. 
• Demonstrated experience leading departments, as well as successfully managing key internal and external stakeholders and relationships. Proven ability to train, motivate and manage staff in a fast-paced, high-performing environment. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate plans and outcomes at all levels of the organization. Ability to communicate with staff at remote locations essential. 
• Persuasive, polished presentation skills. 
• Strong interpersonal skills, with proven ability to collaborate across departments to implement processes and achieve results. Track record of building and maintaining productive relationships with multiple stakeholders. 
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task efficiently and respond to a high volume of ongoing requests in a timely fashion. Ability to adapt and be flexible in a dynamic work environment. 
• Proven ability to continually develop skills related to use of rapidly changing technology and communications best practices. 
• Entrepreneurial spirit and skill set essential. Ability to delegate as possible. 
• Demonstrated success in marketing to and engaging culturally diverse audiences and partners. 
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint required. 
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent years of experience) required. Master’s degree or equivalent experience required, preferably in planning, preservation or similar field 
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 35% of time.