Who: University of Illinois, University Press - Urbana Campus
What: Database & Electronic Publishing Associate. This position acts as the single point of organizational contact for IRIS (Integrated Relational Information System); JADE (Journals Administrative Database Experience); and TULIP (Tracking, Utilizing, and Licensing Intellectual Property). These FileMaker-based relational database platforms synchronize information shared across all Press departments and the Press website. This position will also assist the Electronic Publisher and the Press Web Programmer with tasks related to the presentation of books and journals online.
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Project Coordinator-Education and Training, National Main Street Center - Chicago, IL (part time)
Project Coordinator, Education and Training
Position Details | |
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| 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.
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.
• 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.
• 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.
Director, Case Studies and Publications, Urban Land Institute - Washington, D.C.
Director, Case Studies and Publications
Urban Land Institute
Professional Area:
Other topics not covered above
Experience:
7-10 years
Email:
jobs@uli.org
Location:
Washington, DC
Director, Case Studies and Publications
Washington, DC- Georgetown
Washington, DC- Georgetown
About ULI
ULI – the Urban Land Institute is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit research and education organization supported by its members. Founded in 1936, the Institute has more than 34,000 members worldwide representing the entire spectrum of land use and real estate development disciplines working in private enterprise and public service.
Job Summary
Working with the SVP of Case Studies and Publications, the Director will develop an annual program of work for developing, publishing, and disseminating ULI case studies, textbooks, and other real estate industry publications. The main objectives will be to promote ULI’s mission, highlight innovative approaches and best practices in real estate and urban development, and enhance ULI’s position as a leader in land use research and education, while achieving financial goals.
Specific Responsibilities
- Develops 16 case studies of real estate development projects annually.
- Research exemplary projects and select the best for case studies.
- Contact the developer, obtain commitment to proceed, and arrange a site visit.
- Conduct preliminary research, onsite research and interviews, and supervise videographer in capturing appropriate footage.
- Prepare the case study for developer review, including text, video, and images.
- Supervise the scheduling, production, and final release of both the case study text and video.
- Collaborate with other Content centers/initiatives/programs to identify case studies that can be published collaboratively.
- Work with district councils, marketing, strategic communications, development and other ULI teams to select, promote, and/or raise funding and revenues for case studies.
- Develops/manages the case study website and new case study products.
- Develop case study packages/PDF publications, built around themes that could be sold via the bookstore.
- Work with SVP to develop new economically viable products within the case studies program.
- Work with SVP and Strategic Communications group to develop a new case studies website.
- Oversee transfer of older case studies from the old platform to the existing/new platform.
- Work with Strategic Communications and others to promote the case studies
- Manage development of selected real estate textbooks and publications, including new titles and new editions of existing titles.
- Work with SVP to identify topics to develop. Create concept, outline, and identify authors.
- Work with marketing staff to determine publications format, pricing, scheduling.
- Serve as primary author and/or substantive editor for publications where appropriate.
- Perform content edit and work with authors to create final draft of publications written by outside authors.
- Respond to copy edit queries and work with graphic artist and production staff in publication process.
- Maintain production schedule for publications projects from first draft through printing and distribution.
- Review manuscripts submitted by outside authors and select/recommend those suitable for publication.
- Book development projects to be managed over the near term may include topics such as technology and real estate, and strategies for real estate companies.
SKILLS:
- 7-10 years’ progressively responsible experience related to real estate, urban planning, publishing, and/or journalism.
- Master’s degree in real estate, urban planning, business/public administration or related degree.
- Strong research skills.
- Strong writing and communication skills.
- A background in real estate finance strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated understanding of the real estate development process.
To apply, please submit your letter of interest and resume to jobs@uli.org. No phone calls, please. EOE/m/f/d/v
Manager of Communications and Marketing, International Downtown Association - Washington, D.C.
Manager of Communications and Marketing
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Company:International Downtown Association
Location:Washington, DC
Date Posted:June 15, 2015
BASIC FUNCTION SUMMARY:
Fulfill communications, marketing and information services function within the organization including: coordinating weekly IDAdvantage eNews, managing the IDA website and IDA social media channels, moderating virtual community, managing program marketing, maintaining editorial calendar and other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of marketing and communications technologies (including online content management suites, e-mail distribution software, etc.) and integration of social media strategies. Solid understanding and ability to use multiple computer software products (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access; Abode Creative Suite, NetForum). Excellent writing, editing, interpersonal and verbal communication skills required as well as the ability to quickly make decisions that reflect the interest of the association and its members. Ability to participate as a self-starting member of a small staff association team. Must be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously. Graphic design skills are a plus. A knowledgeable and passionate advocate for creating healthy and vibrant urban places desired.
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or related field. Two to three years of related experience with a trade association, membership organization, or communications-related organization preferred but not required.
Washington, DC preferred, remote employment considered. Send resumes and salary history to David Downey at ddowney@ida-downtown.org.
Senior Associate, Research and Digital Media Urban Land Institute - Washington, D.C.
Senior Associate, Research and Digital Media
Urban Land Institute
April 28, 2015
Professional Area:
Housing
Real Estate Development
Other topics not covered above
Experience:
3-5 years
Location:
Washington, DC
Senior Associate, Research and Digital Media
About ULI
ULI – the Urban Land Institute is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit research and education organization supported by its members. Founded in 1936, the Institute has more than 34,000 members worldwide representing the entire spectrum of land use and real estate development disciplines working in private enterprise and public service.
ULI – the Urban Land Institute is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit research and education organization supported by its members. Founded in 1936, the Institute has more than 34,000 members worldwide representing the entire spectrum of land use and real estate development disciplines working in private enterprise and public service.
Established in 2007 with a gift from longtime ULI member and former ULI chairman J. Ronald Terwilliger, the ULI Terwilliger Center for Housing focuses on a broad range of housing issues, with an emphasis on expanding housing affordability to the full spectrum of buyers and renters in communities across the country. The center engages in a multifaceted program of work that includes research, publications, convenings, awards, and technical assistance. The center integrates ULI’s many housing efforts into a coherent program of work that furthers the development of mixed-income, mixed-use communities and the full spectrum of housing affordable to all—a critical aspect of the organization’s core mission of the “responsible use of land.” For more information on the Terwilliger Center for Housing, please visit http://uli.org/research/centers-initiatives/terwilliger-center-for-housing/. For more information on ULI, please visit www.uli.org.
The Senior Associate Role
Reporting to the Vice President, Housing the Senior Associate will assist in the Web portal management, event planning and coordination, awards program support and research and writing for the Terwilliger Center’s program of work. The ideal candidate will have a passion for urban planning or comparable field, possess demonstrated excellence in writing and editing for a variety of platforms and experience in website management and updates.
Reporting to the Vice President, Housing the Senior Associate will assist in the Web portal management, event planning and coordination, awards program support and research and writing for the Terwilliger Center’s program of work. The ideal candidate will have a passion for urban planning or comparable field, possess demonstrated excellence in writing and editing for a variety of platforms and experience in website management and updates.
The Senior Associate’s overall responsibility will include writing, program management, event coordination and relationship management. This includes updating the “How Housing Matters” Web portal and writing clear and actionable research for nonacademic audiences, assist with program development and execution coordination for the Center’s annual conference as well as for additional workshops, forums, and meetings. Additional responsibilities require the Senior Associate to coordinate with other departments, and effectively manage the application, marketing, and award processes for the Center’s annual housing awards program in addition to conducting research and writing, as needed, in support of the Center’s program of work.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree with coursework in urban planning, public administration, urban policy, sociology, economics or comparable fields. 3 to 5 years of overall related experience, graduate education may substitute for experience.
- General knowledge of and passion for housing policy, urban planning or residential real estate development.
- Demonstrated excellence in writing and editing for research reports, newsletters and online publications.
- Experience in website management and updates, preferably using the WordPress platform. Knowledge of information visualization tools preferred.
- Experience in meeting planning and awards programs preferred.
- Professional oral and written communication and interpersonal skills to work with content partners, editorial advisors, internal and external ULI constituencies.
- Ability to initiate tasks and assume responsibility, and to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment with a high-volume of work. Ability to prioritize tasks, to handle multiple tasks concurrently and completely, with responsible follow-through.
- Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point).
To apply, please submit your letter of interest and resume to jobs@uli.org, subject line “Senior Associate, Research and Digital Media” For a full job description, please visit www.uli.org/about-uli/career-opportunities. No phone calls, please. EOE/m/f/d/v
Associate, Education & Advisory Group, Urban Land Institute - Washington, DC
Associate, Education & Advisory Group
Urban Land Institute
Washington, DC
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position will require an 80/20 split in responsibility working on two visible and well-regarded programs of ULI: the Advisory Services program and the education program. The Institute’s Advisory Services program sends teams of ULI members to communities around the country to help them solve complex land use and real estate issues. The education program is one of the leading real estate continuing education and professional development programs, and offers both web-based and in-person instruction.
Eighty percent of time will be spent working on projects of the Advisory Services program, including assisting with marketing panels, scoping panel assignments, recruiting panelists, serving as on-site project director, keeping the website up-to-date, writing and editing reports, and other day-to-day activities of the programs. Work with ULI’s education program will represent the remaining 20 percent. The associate will work with the vice president of education programs to manage several courses, maintain the program’s website and social media presence, and collaborate on the development of new online educational products for the Institute.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Advisory Services
- Assist with the management of individual Advisory Services assignments.
- Work with the director and the vice president to maintain the website.
- Work with the director, the vice president, and panel sponsors to define the scope of assignments.
- Work with the director and the vice president to recruit member teams to participate in panels.
- Staff Advisory Services assignments on site. Work with the panel chair to carry out the assignment and assist, as needed, in writing the report. May be required to drive panelists to work locations.
- Substantively edit reports and other Advisory Services products and assist in the production of the reports.
Education
- Manage both online and in-person courses, using webinar software.
- Assist with marketing efforts.
- Manage website and social media presence.
- Work with the vice president of education programs on the development of new education products.
- Assist in preparing and formatting course materials.
General Education and Advisory Group
- Participate in other research, education, and publications projects on an occasional basis.
- Assist with developing content, recruiting speakers, managing logistics, and coordinating volunteers for ULI forums or other such meetings as needed.
- Assist with occasional new projects for the Education and Advisory Group or other centers in ULI.
- Other duties as assigned.
INTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS
Close coordination within Education and Advisory Group on all issues related to advisory panels; work with members of other departments to build cross-team support of Advisory Services. Work closely with publications team to oversee production of reports. Collaborate with staff across the organization on other project assignments.
EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS
Assist in working on a continuous basis with representatives of public, nonprofit, and private organizations that are interested in sponsoring Advisory Services assignments. Work closely with members of ULI leadership who chair the panel assignments and with numerous ULI members invited to serve on panel assignments.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree with coursework in urban planning, public administration, urban policy, architecture, or real estate development or comparable experience.
- 1 to 3 years of related experience preferred
- Demonstrated experience in writing, editing, and producing reports
- Broad knowledge of and experience in real estate development, public/private partnerships, municipal government, real estate market issues, public utilities and transportation, and housing
- General knowledge of and passion for urbanism
- Knowledge of marketing practices and tools
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Experience in website management and updates, preferably using the WordPress platform
- The ability to prioritize and manage several projects at once
- Knowledge of and ability to manage graphics and report production preferred
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office, and Adobe Photoshop or Adobe InDesign; and
- Strong interpersonal skills.
Please submit your résumé and letter of interest to jobs@uli.org. Please indicate the position for which you are applying in the subject line of your e-mail. No relocation reimbursement is offered at this time.
The Urban Land Institute is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V).
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position will require an 80/20 split in responsibility working on two visible and well-regarded programs of ULI: the Advisory Services program and the education program. The Institute’s Advisory Services program sends teams of ULI members to communities around the country to help them solve complex land use and real estate issues. The education program is one of the leading real estate continuing education and professional development programs, and offers both web-based and in-person instruction.
Eighty percent of time will be spent working on projects of the Advisory Services program, including assisting with marketing panels, scoping panel assignments, recruiting panelists, serving as on-site project director, keeping the website up-to-date, writing and editing reports, and other day-to-day activities of the programs. Work with ULI’s education program will represent the remaining 20 percent. The associate will work with the vice president of education programs to manage several courses, maintain the program’s website and social media presence, and collaborate on the development of new online educational products for the Institute.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Advisory Services
- Assist with the management of individual Advisory Services assignments.
- Work with the director and the vice president to maintain the website.
- Work with the director, the vice president, and panel sponsors to define the scope of assignments.
- Work with the director and the vice president to recruit member teams to participate in panels.
- Staff Advisory Services assignments on site. Work with the panel chair to carry out the assignment and assist, as needed, in writing the report. May be required to drive panelists to work locations.
- Substantively edit reports and other Advisory Services products and assist in the production of the reports.
Education
- Manage both online and in-person courses, using webinar software.
- Assist with marketing efforts.
- Manage website and social media presence.
- Work with the vice president of education programs on the development of new education products.
- Assist in preparing and formatting course materials.
General Education and Advisory Group
- Participate in other research, education, and publications projects on an occasional basis.
- Assist with developing content, recruiting speakers, managing logistics, and coordinating volunteers for ULI forums or other such meetings as needed.
- Assist with occasional new projects for the Education and Advisory Group or other centers in ULI.
- Other duties as assigned.
INTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS
Close coordination within Education and Advisory Group on all issues related to advisory panels; work with members of other departments to build cross-team support of Advisory Services. Work closely with publications team to oversee production of reports. Collaborate with staff across the organization on other project assignments.
EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS
Assist in working on a continuous basis with representatives of public, nonprofit, and private organizations that are interested in sponsoring Advisory Services assignments. Work closely with members of ULI leadership who chair the panel assignments and with numerous ULI members invited to serve on panel assignments.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree with coursework in urban planning, public administration, urban policy, architecture, or real estate development or comparable experience.
- 1 to 3 years of related experience preferred
- Demonstrated experience in writing, editing, and producing reports
- Broad knowledge of and experience in real estate development, public/private partnerships, municipal government, real estate market issues, public utilities and transportation, and housing
- General knowledge of and passion for urbanism
- Knowledge of marketing practices and tools
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Experience in website management and updates, preferably using the WordPress platform
- The ability to prioritize and manage several projects at once
- Knowledge of and ability to manage graphics and report production preferred
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office, and Adobe Photoshop or Adobe InDesign; and
- Strong interpersonal skills.
Please submit your résumé and letter of interest to jobs@uli.org. Please indicate the position for which you are applying in the subject line of your e-mail. No relocation reimbursement is offered at this time.
The Urban Land Institute is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V).
Washington, DC
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position will require an 80/20 split in responsibility working on two visible and well-regarded programs of ULI: the Advisory Services program and the education program. The Institute’s Advisory Services program sends teams of ULI members to communities around the country to help them solve complex land use and real estate issues. The education program is one of the leading real estate continuing education and professional development programs, and offers both web-based and in-person instruction.
Eighty percent of time will be spent working on projects of the Advisory Services program, including assisting with marketing panels, scoping panel assignments, recruiting panelists, serving as on-site project director, keeping the website up-to-date, writing and editing reports, and other day-to-day activities of the programs. Work with ULI’s education program will represent the remaining 20 percent. The associate will work with the vice president of education programs to manage several courses, maintain the program’s website and social media presence, and collaborate on the development of new online educational products for the Institute.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Advisory Services
- Assist with the management of individual Advisory Services assignments.
- Work with the director and the vice president to maintain the website.
- Work with the director, the vice president, and panel sponsors to define the scope of assignments.
- Work with the director and the vice president to recruit member teams to participate in panels.
- Staff Advisory Services assignments on site. Work with the panel chair to carry out the assignment and assist, as needed, in writing the report. May be required to drive panelists to work locations.
- Substantively edit reports and other Advisory Services products and assist in the production of the reports.
Education
- Manage both online and in-person courses, using webinar software.
- Assist with marketing efforts.
- Manage website and social media presence.
- Work with the vice president of education programs on the development of new education products.
- Assist in preparing and formatting course materials.
General Education and Advisory Group
- Participate in other research, education, and publications projects on an occasional basis.
- Assist with developing content, recruiting speakers, managing logistics, and coordinating volunteers for ULI forums or other such meetings as needed.
- Assist with occasional new projects for the Education and Advisory Group or other centers in ULI.
- Other duties as assigned.
INTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS
Close coordination within Education and Advisory Group on all issues related to advisory panels; work with members of other departments to build cross-team support of Advisory Services. Work closely with publications team to oversee production of reports. Collaborate with staff across the organization on other project assignments.
EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS
Assist in working on a continuous basis with representatives of public, nonprofit, and private organizations that are interested in sponsoring Advisory Services assignments. Work closely with members of ULI leadership who chair the panel assignments and with numerous ULI members invited to serve on panel assignments.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree with coursework in urban planning, public administration, urban policy, architecture, or real estate development or comparable experience.
- 1 to 3 years of related experience preferred
- Demonstrated experience in writing, editing, and producing reports
- Broad knowledge of and experience in real estate development, public/private partnerships, municipal government, real estate market issues, public utilities and transportation, and housing
- General knowledge of and passion for urbanism
- Knowledge of marketing practices and tools
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Experience in website management and updates, preferably using the WordPress platform
- The ability to prioritize and manage several projects at once
- Knowledge of and ability to manage graphics and report production preferred
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office, and Adobe Photoshop or Adobe InDesign; and
- Strong interpersonal skills.
Please submit your résumé and letter of interest to jobs@uli.org. Please indicate the position for which you are applying in the subject line of your e-mail. No relocation reimbursement is offered at this time.
The Urban Land Institute is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V).
Executive Director, Depot Town CDC - Ypsilanti, MI
Executive Director
Depot Town CDC
March 10, 2015
Professional Area:
Community Development and Redevelopment
Contact person:
Erik
Phone:
7346048569
Email:
erik (at) depottowncdc.org
Website:
Location:
Ypsilanti, MI
The Depot Town Community Development Corporation is seeking a passionate and highly motivated individual to become the organization’s Executive Director.
Job Summary:
This full-time position will manage the daily activities of the Depot Town CDC and reports directly to the Board of Directors. The director will be tasked with overseeing and growing the Paint Ypsilanti Project, which utilizes volunteers and community resources to provide free exterior home renovations for selected recipients that are unable physically and/or financially to keep up the maintenance of their homes.
The director will work alongside the board and lead the development of new programs and projects intended to leave a meaningful impact on the community. This will include developing new revenue streams to fund pilot projects and the capacity to forge and strengthen relationships with new and existing partner organizations. This position is best suited for someone with a diverse set of skills that is a self-starter; eager to learn of the fly; and comfortable leading volunteers. It is helpful to have a general understanding of construction, home renovation and landscape architecture, though not required.
Job Duties:
- Develop and implement both short-term and long-term strategies to ensure positive community outcomes and adherence to organizational mission
- Work with the Board of Directors to develop and execute an annual fundraising plan
- Identify and submit applications for relevant grants and funding opportunities, develop and expand corporate partnership program, develop new revenue channels
- Create and nourish strategic partnerships with community stakeholders
- Responsible for creation and management of annual budget
- Ensure reporting requirements to funders are submitted in timely fashion, collaborate with Board of Directors to generate annual report for organization
- Manage, train and hire support staff and interns
- Create and implement marketing strategy, increase social media engagement and oversee website and other digital assets
- Keep detailed project records while managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Interview, assess and score program applicants
- Facilitate communications and project scheduling with partner organizations
Compensation: Commensurate with experience, job is funded for a minimum of 6 months and may be extended based upon performance.
To Apply: Submit resume and cover letter by email to erik (at) depottowncdc.org
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, start date is anticipated to begin early April.
Planner - City of Longwood, FL
Planner
City of Longwood
February 16, 2015
Professional Area:
Community Development and Redevelopment
Experience:
3-5 years
Planner
The City of Longwood in sunny Florida (pop 13,000+), located just north of Orlando, seeks a development/redevelopment review planner. The City is located on Central Florida’s new commuter rail system and as a result we have seen an increase in project applications, along with a desire to promote multi-modal transportation, mixed use, transit oriented development and the creation of dynamic activity centers. We are looking for a professional with a few years of development experience (public and private preferred) and a fairly keen sense of humor, to join our small team of dedicated professionals.
Job Description
Professional planning position performing a variety of planning related duties. The position is primarily involved in development review but may also include: drafting of land development regulations, the processing of residential annexation applications, small area studies, planning analysis, special projects, redevelopment, urban design, planning for transit oriented/supportive design and energy efficiency.
Essential Functions
- Participates in the implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities of the City of Longwood and the Community Development Services Department.
- Performs current planning.
- Performs and manages complex and sensitive professional planning projects, research and analysis.
- Researches, writes and manages the activities of department generated grant programs.
- Manages specialized planning functions such as new development proposals, studies, and activities of consultants and/or specialists.
- Reviews building permits, site development plan applications, conditional use applications, comprehensive plan and zoning amendment applications, plats, variance applications, business license applications and developer agreements, for consistency with adopted codes and regulations. Prepares staff reports.
- Performs site inspections to verify compliance with development orders and permit approvals...
- Monitors and ensures compliance with planning related local, state and federal laws.
- Interprets, analyzes and applies City Codes, design standards and State statutes relating to future land use and development.
- Works with other members of the Community Development Services Team to perform strategic planning.
- Receives and resolves public concerns and complaints.
- Researches, compiles and prepares reports on projects, operations and activities, making sound recommendations.
- Meets with the public, Community Development Service Team members, business representatives, peers and professionals regularly to further development of projects, plans and activities.
- Composes and presents written and verbal reports relating to planning issues to Land Planning Agency, the Board of Adjustment, City Commission and the public.
- May participate in regional planning issues, representing the City on various regional committees.
- Provides updates to the Community Development webpage.
- All employees serve an essential role in the City’s disaster preparation and/or disaster recovery efforts, as may be designated by the City’s Emergency Manager.
- Performs related tasks as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in Urban Planning w/minimum 2 years professional planning experience with an emphasis on development review or a Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, or Geography w/minimum 5 years professional planning experience in development services. Working knowledge of GIS required. A mixture of municipal and provide sector planning experience preferred. The candidate must possess a valid Florida Drivers License. American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) preferred. Must have or be able to complete ICS 100 and 700 courses within six (6) months of hire.
Special Requirements
- Ability to evaluate, audit, deduce, and/or assess data and/or information using established criteria. Includes exercise of discretion in determining actual or probable consequences, and in referencing such evaluation to identify and select alternatives.
- Ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others on how to apply procedures and standards to specific situations.
- Ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness and creativity required in situations involving a variety of generally pre-defined duties which are often characterized by frequent change.
- Ability to use, operate, and/or handle equipment, such as computers and other office equipment.
The City of Longwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with The Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Salary Range : $40,720.46 to $65,152.74
An application and more information may be found at www.longwoodfl.org.
Notice: Preference shall be given to eligible current city employees. All vacancies are open until filled unless otherwise specified. The City of Longwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and disabled persons are encouraged to apply. Please contact the Human Resources Department at (407) 260-3481 if you have any questions. The City of Longwood is a Drug and Smoke-Free Workplace. The City of Longwood participates in E-verify.
Distribution Date: 02/11/2015
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