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What: NCTCOG Transportation Department is seeking an entry- or mid-level Transportation Planner to develop and implement strategies to support economic development, sustainable development, transportation safety, and air quality initiatives related to goods movement. Responsibilities include:
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Senior Planning Analyst, Metropolitan Area Planning Council - Boston, MA
Senior Planning Analyst
Metropolitan Area Planning Council
November 14, 2014
Professional Area:
Other topics not covered above
Experience:
7-10 years
Contact person:
Thomas Hauenstein
Phone:
617-933-0772
Fax:
617-482-7185
Email:
THauenstein@mapc.org
Website:
Location:
Boston, MA
The Metropolitan Area Planning Council’s Data Services Department seeks a Senior Planning Analyst to lead project-based analysis and applied research in support of sustainable regional planning.
This staff member will be responsible for the design and implementation of project-specific spatial and statistical analysis; the deployment of GIS-based sketch planning tools; the development of written and visual materials that convey the planning and policy implications of the department’s work; and the management of junior- and mid-level staff to accomplish these tasks. Applicants must have excellent quantitative abilities, fluency with common federal and state datasets and knowledge of unconventional data sources, demonstrated project management experience, strong communication skills, and knowledge of regional planning concepts.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Design and implement project-specific quantitative analysis for MAPC planning projects and external clients.
- Coordinate with clients and MAPC colleagues to define research questions and desired products.
- Identify relevant datasets and research.
- Lead the deployment of local scenario planning tools.
- Manage the application of MAPC’s existing Community Viz scenario model template to local and subregional planning activities.
- Research local land use policies and proposals, and translate those into model inputs and assumptions; Data collection and management: Research and obtain updates to MAPC’s existing data sets as they are released from public agencies, and the private sector.
Qualifications:
- A Master’s degree in planning, economics, public policy, or a related field and at least 7 years of experience in a related field, with progressively increasing responsibilities.
- Demonstrated knowledge of planning topics such as land use, transportation, housing, economic development, sustainable development, equity, and zoning.
- A valid Massachusetts driver’s license is required and/or the ability to arrange transportation to different parts of the region.
- Legal authorization (citizenship or visa) to work in the USA is also required.
Excellent state employee benefits package. Salary dependent upon qualifications (anticipated starting salary range $63,000 - $73,000).
Position open until filled. Review of applications to begin immediately.
SEE COMPLETE JOB AD AT www.mapc.org /Jobs at MAPC and APPLY AT LINK SHOWN THERE.
This position is exempt from the provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). MAPC is an EOE/ AA employer. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce and encourage applications from minority group members, women, persons with disabilities, veterans, and others who may contribute to the agency’s diversity.
Posted 11-14-14. Thomas E. Hauenstein, HR Manager.
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