Zoning Administrator/Planner I - City of Hobart, IN

Who: The City of Hobart, Northwest Indiana (Lake County) – Department of Planning, Zoning and Preservation

What: The Zoning Administrator/Planner I serves as department advisor to various city administrators and city staff on the evaluation and interpretation of zoning codes, subdivision codes, department forms and bylaws, and where applicable State codes. This position is the primary city staff liaison to the general public on zoning questions, department applications and procedural inquires, review/approval of location improvement permits, and stormwater site practices.

Candidates for consideration will be required to conduct, assist, and consult the Site Review Committee on proposed site plans, ordinance revisions, rezones, and variances; as well as perform site inspection for compliance, enforcement, and perform general office duties. Additional duties may include identifying, initiating, coordinating, and resolving community opportunities and challenges for better community planning; perform research and analysis on specific or general areas of project proposals or land use; assist with the city comprehensive plan, subarea plans, and land development regulations.

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

Planner II / Associate Planner - City of North Chicago, IL

Planner II / Associate Planner
City of North Chicago, IL - Chicago, IL
$55,612 - $74,124 a year

Click here to apply

Under general supervision of the Senior Planner (as well as Economic & Community Development Director) , this position performs a variety of professional planning activities including: review of development and land use applications; zoning, site plan and environmental review; completion of technical assessments; project management assistance for development applications; prepares written project analyses and makes written recommendations; prepares and reviews City ordinances; conducts site inspections; provides technical assistance to the general public; and performs related work as required. This class is the journey-level in the professional planning classification series and incumbents may be assigned the full range of planning functions encountered by a developing City. The position is distinguished from Senior Planner in that the latter handles complex project applications and has full supervisory authority over lower-level planners. It is distinguished from the lower level of Assistant Planner in that the Associate Planner has project management responsibilities in addition to performing the full range of professional planning duties.

Public Assistance Project Specialist, FEMA

Job Title:Public Assistance Project Specialist

Department:Department Of Homeland Security

Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency

Job Announcement Number:FEMA-15-DLH-126-RSV

SALARY RANGE:	$16.14 to $24.17 / Per Hour
OPEN PERIOD:	Friday, July 24, 2015 to Thursday, December 31, 2015
SERIES & GRADE:	AD-0301-00
POSITION INFORMATION:	Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years
DUTY LOCATIONS:	MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States
WHO MAY APPLY:	All United States Citizens
SECURITY CLEARANCE:	Public Trust - Background Investigation
SUPERVISORY STATUS:	No

JOB SUMMARY:

About the Agency

When disaster strikes, America looks to FEMA. Now FEMA looks to you. Join our team and use your talent to support Americans in their times of greatest need. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) prepares the nation for all hazards and manages Federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. We foster innovation, reward performance and creativity, and provide challenges on a routine basis with a well-skilled, knowledgeable, high performance workforce.

This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. 

This is an open continuous announcement which will remain open until 12/31/2015. This vacancy has multiple cut-off dates, with the first cut-off date being 08/07/2015 and subsequent cut-off dates every 2 weeks thereafter. Those who apply early will receive first consideration. At each cut-off date, qualification determinations will be done based on the applicants’ resume and a list of qualified candidates will be referred to management for consideration

RELOCATION AUTHORIZED

• No

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• This position requires a Public Trust background investigation.
• You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position.
• Travel will be required.
• You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card.

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DUTIES:

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As a Public Assistance Project Specialist in FEMA's Reservist Program, you will be responsible for:

-Writing quality project worksheets (subgrant applications) that can be obligated (funded) without changes (complete scope of work, damage description, and accurate cost estimate) in accordance with the Public Assistance Crew Leader project formulation plan;

-Preparing project worksheets (subgrant applications) including: Conducting site inspection; documenting eligible damage; Conducting project research and analysis as needed; Formulating eligible scope of work; Estimating costs of scope; Identifying and coordinating special considerations; Identifying and coordinating special considerations; and Providing supporting documentation;

-Conducting small project validations in accordance with the validation standard operating procedure.

-Coordinating with the applicant’s technical staff, consultants, and others as required by the applicant and project.

-Educating customer on Public Assistance program;

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QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

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You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

To qualify for this position, you must possess:

-Experience making program decisions related to engineering and construction projects.

-Experience collecting and analyzing documentation to produce an accurate scope of work

-Experience conducting analysis of building codes and standards


We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications, your experience will be evaluated on the following knowledge/skills needed to perform this job:

• Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Building and Construction - Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads
• Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
• Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Parks Planner - City of Baytown, TX

Parks Planner 

City of Baytown

Professional Area: 

Parks and Recreation Planning

Experience: 

5-7 years

Contact person: 

Joey Lopez

Phone: 

281-420-6523

Fax: 

281-420-6518

Email: 

joey.lopez@baytown.org

Website: 

http://www.baytown.org

Location: 

Baytown, TX

Baytown’s high quality of life can be found in its many parks and its accessibility to a wide variety of arts and cultural opportunities. Baytown boasts an impressive 47 parks featuring open space, playgrounds, skate parks, basketball courts, volleyball courts, and other recreational amenities. The City also offers nature trails, observation platforms, boat ramps, fishing piers, and spray parks. 

We are looking for a Parks Planner to continue help us grow and enhance the impressive offerings of parks, and recreational facilities the City currently takes great pride in. Further, we want an individual with vision to design, development, and bring forth fresh ideas in the implementation of parks, park land, recreational facility projects, and park development projects.

Other duties of the Parks Planner position will include overseeing the review and approval of designs and specifications, negotiating the professional service agreements and construction contracts, as well as coordinating and supervising the park construction activities.  An individual in this role is responsible for developing and managing project budgets to include planning and design costs, construction estimates and project budgets, as well as monitoring and evaluating the budgets throughout construction.  The Parks Planner is responsible for oversight of contract administration, project site inspections, project tracking reports and project performance measures.  Prepares and applies for grants, to include development of applications, and administering of grant documents and grant reimbursement requests.  Develop and monitor project budgets and make recommendations to director for annual budget.

REQUIRED: 

• Bachelors’ Degree in Landscape Architecture, Park Planning, or a related field from an accredited college or university. 
• Five years’ work experience in the design and management of public parks projects. 
• Valid State of Texas Driver’s License with acceptable driving record. 
• Experience in land development, greenway development, and grant preparation. 
• Computer experience in AutoCAD, (GIS) Geographic Information System, Adobe Photoshop, Google Sketch up, Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

PREFERRED:          

• National Playground Safety Institute Certified Playground Inspector. 
• Certification of registration as a professional landscape architect with the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners. 
• Texas Department of Agriculture Certified Non-Commercial Pesticide Applicator License in plant pest control, weed control, and right-of-way control. 
• Irrigation License.

 Apply today by visiting www.baytown.org

Planner II / Associate Planner - City of North Chicago, IL

Job Title:	Planner II / Associate Planner
Closing Date/Time:	Sun. 06/28/15 11:59 PM Central Time
Salary:	$26.21 - $34.94 Hourly $54,522.00 - $72,670.00 Annually
Job Type:	Full Time
Location:	City Hall - 1850 Lewis Ave., North Chicago, Illinois

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Description  Benefits  Supplemental Questions
Under general supervision of the Senior Planner (as well as Economic & Community Development Director), this position performs a variety of professional planning activities including: review of development and land use applications; zoning, site plan and environmental review; completion of technical assessments; project management assistance for development applications; prepares written project analyses and makes written recommendations; prepares and reviews City ordinances; conducts site inspections; provides technical assistance to the general public; and performs related work as required.  This class is the journey-level in the professional planning classification series and incumbents may be assigned the full range of planning functions encountered by a developing City.  The position is distinguished from Senior Planner in that the latter handles complex project applications and has full supervisory authority over lower-level planners.  It is distinguished from the lower level of Assistant Planner in that the Associate Planner has project management responsibilities in addition to performing the full range of professional planning duties.
Essential Functions:
Assists in managing application projects, including analyzing and evaluating site and architectural plans, performing technical review and making recommendations, as well as ensuring plans and applications generally receive appropriate oversight. Prepares routine written project analysis including researching, analyzing findings and making recommendations. Provides technical advice to other staff, the general public, contractors and other professionals including explaining City ordinances, regulations, resolutions and planning and zoning policies. Prepares staff reports for land use and development plan permits, including determining overall content and format of reports.  Conducts site inspections, including determining if projects are in compliance with laws, regulations and ordinances, makes recommendations on changes. Assists in preparing and reviewing maps, plans, business licenses and City ordinances. Confers with and provides information to property owners, contractors, developers, engineers, architects and the public regarding conformance to standards, plans, specifications and codes; explains codes, requirements and procedures. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level. May assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Urban Planning or similar discipline. At least two (2) years of progressively responsible land use planning and zoning experience, or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this job. Ability to administer the process of land use regulations as administered by local municipalities throughout the U.S., and articulate their theoretical basis. Functional knowledge of personal computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets, web-based applications, databases and GIS. Ability to work with and relate to a diverse group of citizens from varying socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds. Excellent organizational and project management skills. Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills in dealing with individuals and groups at all levels. Self-motivated, disciplined, organized, and reliable. Innovative, creative, resourceful and independent thinking.

Asset Manager, Clifford Beers Housing, Inc. - Los Angeles, CA

Asset Manager

Job posted by: Clifford Beers Housing, Inc.

Posted on: June 12, 2015

Job description

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Job Title: Asset Manager

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Department: Asset Management

Reports To: Executive Director

Hours: M-F plus some evening, weekends, and holidays

Pay Rate: DOE/DOQ plus flexible benefits

FLSA Status: Exempt

Category: Administrative

Supervision Responsibilities: None

Summary: Clifford Beers Housing ("CBH") seeks a full time Asset Manager ("AM") to oversee the portfolio management and administration of CBH's operating properties to ensure long term performance, regulatory and investor compliance, and quality of life for CBH's housing development projects and its tenants. The AM will be responsible for all asset management and compliance reporting associated with CBH's portfolio which includes 7 completed projects totaling 310 units primarily throughout Los Angeles County. Additionally, CBH is under construction on 25 units and another 76 units are in predevelopment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: This is not an exhaustive task list, and other duties may be assigned as deemed appropriate or necessary by the supervisor or program director. 

Works hand in hand with the Housing Development Director during submittal of housing development applications as related to operating budgets and proformas, rent restrictions, welfare tax exemptions, fair housing issues, supportive service plans

• Acts as liaison to the service provider and other operational issues as necessary
• Transitions projects from construction to completion and turnaround underperforming properties
• Responsible for all asset management and compliance reporting associated with CBH's portfolio which includes 7 completed projects totaling 310 units primarily throughout Los Angeles County

• Responsible for overseeing an independent property management company responsible for the property management of CBH's portfolio, conducts periodic building and tenant file inspections, prepares annual operating budgets, prepares projections of cash flow and residual receipts calculations, prepares needs assessment and capital budgeting
• Coordinate with independent accountants in the preparation and review of audited financial statements as well as performing other financial analysis as required
• Oversees all leasing activities
• Research, as necessary, partnership agreements, financing documents, regulatory agreements and other sources to determine financial, statutory, and regulatory reporting requirements
• Prepares and ensures all regulatory, lender and investor compliance
• Prepares and submit initial and on an annual basis, all documentation to ensure welfare tax exemption
• Ensures approval of annual property and liability insurance to all respective parties involved in transactions as well as minimize risk to CBH's portfolio
• Ensures that required building's business licenses and permits are obtained and remain current
• Presents the status of housing development projects to CBH's Board of Directors

Education and Experience Matrix--one of the following combinations is required:

EDUCATION

EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Finance, Real Estate, or related field.

Minimum 1 year of direct, hands-on experience performing asset management functions, or 2 – 4 years of related/comparable work experience.

Other Position Requirements:

• Knowledge of public and private housing finance programs, including HUD, HOME, particularly Section 8 programs, low income housing tax credits and IRS Section 42
• Professional demeanor in representing the organization to colleagues, constituents, funders and public officials
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects, establish workload priorities, and meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong emphasis on financing
• Experience in underwriting proformas, particularly operating cash flows
• Understanding of dispositions, capital accounts, and recommending exit strategies for projects
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential materials
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Driving with current class C driver's license, a vehicle for transportation, proof of valid automobile insurance, the ability to be insured by MHALA liability insurance are conditions of employment

How to apply

How to Apply: Email Resume to kpark@cbhousing.orgEOE. Please reference Asset Manager in subject line. Please submit cover letter and resume as an attachment in Word Document or PDF format only.

Associate Planner - Town of Chino Valley, CA

Associate Planner 

Town of Chino Valley

Professional Area: 

Planning Law

Urban Design

Zoning Administration

Other topics not covered above

Experience: 

3-5 years

Email: 

HumanResources@chinoaz.net

Website: 

http://www.chinoaz.net

Location: 

Town of Chino Valley, AZ

Full-time position including benefits package. Grade 25; $48,635/yr+ DOE.

Closing date: 6/11/2015.

Performs various professional planning services to include: 

• Providing technical and professional advice to public regarding the Town General Plan, policies and processes; 
• Serves as liaison; 
• Processes various applications; 
• Facilitates Citizen Review Processes; creates presentations, including recommendations to the Town Planning and Zoning Commission; develops and prepares ordinances and resolutions for review and consideration; 
• Conducts site inspections and field research regarding development proposals;
• Facilitates and tracks the process of commercial plan review, development agreements and special projects; actively participates in submittal of grant applications and management of grant funded programs; and applies the principles & elements of the Unified Development Ordinance to work product.

Bachelor’s degree in urban planning and public administration or a closely related field and four years of professional planning experience in planning, zoning, annexations and/or urban development or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid driver’s license required. Online employment application and job descriptions available at WWW.CHINOAZ.NET.

Email HumanResources@chinoaz.net for more information.

EOE