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Student Services
URSP faculty members serve as "faculty mentors" to graduate students. In their first year, all URSP students are assigned a faculty mentor. Mentors are assigned on the basis of mutual interest with the student, but also on the basis of their availability. We strive to have an equal number of students per faculty mentor. The mentor has the responsibility of guiding the student through the program and helping with course selection and registration. A mentor's approval is required for class registration. If over the course of his or her study, a student feels more comfortable with another faculty member as mentor, the student can change by making a request with the Program's Administrative Assistant and filling out a Change of Mentor form. The faculty members who are mentors are shown below, along with their areas of teaching and research.
|Faculty Mentor
|Email Address
|Teaching/Research Focus
|Alex Chen
|Community Studies
|Jim Cohen
|Growth Management, Sustainability
|Casey Dawkins
|Housing, Land Use
|Chengri Ding
|International Development, Economic Analysis
|Marie Howland
|Hiroyuki Iseki
|Economics, Land Use
|Gerrit Knaap
|Economics, Land Use
|Willow Lung-Amam
|Social Planning, Urban Design Theory
Welcome to the MAPP Career Services page. We offer services to both employers and students.
For employers, we offer the following services:
- A forum to post job opportunities for MAPP students or alumni
- On campus Interviews
- MAPP annual career fair
For more information see the section below for employers or contact Kristen Tepper.
If you are a student, we offer the following services:
- Professional Career development services, including workshops and resume assistance
- Career opportunities
- Upcoming career events
For more information on these services, see the appropriate section below.
Employers: Job Postings
URSP has connections with planning-related employers both inside and outside of the Washington-Baltimore Metropolitan area, who send full and part job notices to us which we then forward to our students. Currently enrolled students, and our alumni upon request, are eligible to be on our program's jobs listserv.
If you would like to add a job posting, forward job descriptions to Jim Cohen. Listings will remain on our website for 90 days unless otherwise noted.
Employers: On-Campus Interviews
We now offer firm-specific, on-campus interviews for employers. If you are interested in learning more about this option or would like to schedule a date to meet with students, please contact Kristen Tepper.
Employers: MAPP Career Fair
MAPP's annual Architecture, Planning, Preservation and Real Estate Development Career & Internship Fair took place on Friday, February 19, 2016, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. In the Great Space.
If you would like to receive information about the 2017 Career Fair, please contact Kristen Tepper.
Students and Alumni: Job Postings
Location: Washington, DC
Company: Mi Casa, Inc.
Date: 9/28/16
Job Description: Rental Program Manager
A twenty-four- year old non-profit affordable housing development organization, Mi Casa creates and preserves affordable housing by rehabbing and selling single-family homes to lower income families, supporting tenant groups in their efforts to purchase and rehabilitate their buildings, and providing affordable rental housing.
Primarily based in Washington, DC neighborhoods, with programs that extent through DC and to Baltimore, Mi Casa has prevented the displacement of over 1000 people who are now first-time homeowners, and supported and empowered 600 tenants to take advantage of the DC First Right of Purchase law to purchase and rehabilitate their own buildings. Mi Casa was the first and remains one of the only bilingual affordable housing developers in DC.
Duties: The Rental Program Manager for Mi Casa Inc. is directly responsible for designing and overseeing the implementation of the management, administration, financial good standing, and compliance of Mi Casa-owned affordable rental properties (at this point, 6 buildings with 158 units) either directly or through oversight of a third-party management company, including:
1. Oversee the creation and implementation of all management policies and procedures in all areas including: marketing and leasing, rental payments and delinquencies, house rules, occupancy regulations, and effective information storage systems.)
2. Work with the Accounting Manager to ensure the sound financial administration of rental properties including: Develop operating budgets for the properties, and review monthly financial reports; Hire and supervision outside contractors including: management companies, vendors, contractors and other professionals as needed. Work directly with Accounting Manager (overseen by CFO) on the implementation of asset management and accounting systems to appropriately track project expenses and income for Mi Casa-owned projects; and
3. Ensure compliance with all funder, local and national requirements;
4. Maintain excellent working relationships with key members of rental buildings, including partner organizations, tenants, contractors, vendors (maintain an active list of dependable vendors) etc.
The Rental Program Manager oversees the Program associate and Third party management companies, works directly with accounting and program staff, and reports to the Executive Director.
The successful candidate will have the following qualifications:
- Strong knowledge of database software and MS Office, including MS Excel, and rental management software.
- Bi-lingual – Spanish and English preferred
- At least 3-5 years of experience in housing management preferred.
- Affordable housing experience, a plus.
- Highly organized and have strong attention to detail
- Able to manage a number of tasks at the same time.
- Able to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
- Good math and writing skills.
- Good verbal communication/ people skills.
- Able to work independently.
- Experience working with diverse groups of people; and a high regard of respect for all people.
- Able Work flexible hours, available for evening and weekend meetings.
- Drivers' license and own transportation.
Submit resumes in writing to Juan Pablo Vacatello at Mi Casa 6230 Third Street, NW, Suite 1 Washington, DC 20011 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
Location: Washington, DC
Company: Smart Growth America
Date: 9/28/16
Job Description: Economic Analyst
Smart Growth America seeks a skilled, experienced Economic Analyst with 2 to 6 years' experience to conduct technical and quantitative analyses regarding a wide variety of issues associated with the built environment and transportation, including economics, real estate, social equity, and the environment. The Analyst will report to Smart Growth America's Vice President for Economic Development, and work across a number of SGA programs, including the National TOD Technical Assistance Program, the Rural Development program, and other transportation and community technical assistance programs.
An ideal candidate has a complementary set of skills—a quantitative mindset with exceptional data analysis skills, and background and experience applying this to policy research. This position will provide evidence-based advice, building on leading-edge research, to policy makers across the country about how and why to build sustainable communities. This position will also support work providing technical assistance in economic development and community revitalization. Initial projects potentially include: Fiscal analyses of alternative development patterns; market analyses to determine market demand for different development products at a particular development site; value capture potential for transit-oriented development; analysis of revitalization plans for a small town downtown; analysis of impacts of changes of transit routes; and, analysis of the economic impacts of a complete streets project.
- Developing research proposals including scopes of work and budgets
- Conducting fiscal impact analyses and refining SGA's fiscal impact model
- Analyzing metropolitan development and real estate market trends
- Analyzing affordable housing strategies/policies
- Estimating revenue potential of various "value capture" plans to finance new transit or other community benefits
- Analyzing local market, demographic, regulatory and other factors affecting revitalization, and participating in the creation, drafting and presentation of revitalization strategies;
- Writing reports, and preparing and/or delivering presentations
A successful candidate will have a demonstrated interest in urban planning issues, and care about changing America's built environment. Candidates should have the confidence and ability to independently design, manage, and conduct multiple research assignments with minimal supervision, while working in a collaborative environment. Candidate should have 2 to 6 years of related experience; a graduate degree in urban planning, economics, real estate, or geography would be ideal. In addition, candidates should have the following skills:
- Most important: a quantitative mindset with exceptional data analysis skills, experience with ESRI's ArcGIS; familiarity with descriptive and inferential statistics (esp. regression analysis), and with statistical packages (SPSS, Stata, R). Ability to apply statistics to inform overall analysis and policy recommendations. Ability to use MS Excel for moderate to advanced data analysis (pivot tables, macros, moderate-to-advanced Excel functions). Familiarity with MS Access, databases, and SQL highly desirable.
- Analyzing and synthesizing large amounts of data to the most salient points. Familiarity and ability to use key data sets. This includes familiarity with U.S. Census data, as well as various transportation statistics from US DOT (Bureau of Transportation Statistics), state, local, and MPO data sets. Ability to find key data sets, download and process the data, and prepare data for analysis. Ability to interpret and assess trends in large data sets.
- Real estate market research; real estate financial analysis and projections using advanced Excel; and fiscal analysis.
- Conducting research and writing proposals; writing professional reports and delivering presentations.
- Detail-oriented and motivated to be accurate.
- Strong writing skills.
- Ability to prioritize and efficiently deal with multiple assignments, a "self-starter", capable of learning on the job when necessary, ability to work in teams.
- Dedication to achieving smarter growth.
Salary commensurate with experience. This is a full-time position based in Washington, DC. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k), and paid vacation and sick time.
To apply: Please send a resume, cover letter, three references, and two short writing samples (no more than two pages each) to firstname.lastname@example.com, with "Economic Analyst" in the subject line. Applications will be accepted immediately on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Location: San Jaoquin Valley, CA
Company: California Walks
Date: 9/27/16
Job Description: Central Valley Policy Manager
This is a dynamic, exciting, and new position to build and manage Cal Walks' regional policy advocacy and community engagement work in the San Joaquin Valley. This position will lead community engagement and advocacy efforts to increase funding and improve local and regional transportation policies that further health, equity, and active transportation throughout the San Joaquin Valley region with an emphasis on the Fresno and Bakersfield metropolitan regions.
Primary responsibilities and functions include community engagement, empowerment, education, and mobilization; coalition building; facilitating workshops; cultivating relationships with local and state elected officials, City/County agency staff, and community partners; and participating in Council of Governments/City/County hearings, meetings, and workshops. The Central Valley Policy Manager will work closely with the Policy and Planning Manager and Deputy Director. The ideal applicant will be based in Fresno or Kern Counties and be willing to travel throughout the San Joaquin Valley region.
Key responsibilities and functions: Advocacy, Education, and Community Engagement:
- Plan, organize, and facilitate community-based advocacy and educational programming in Fresno and Kern Counties and throughout the San Joaquin Valley region, including workshops, trainings, walk audits and/or conferences/summits to build community resident advocacy capacity;
- Build partnerships and cultivate relationships with non-profit and/or community based organizations and networks interested in or working on active transportation policy and programs;
- Develop policy recommendations to integrate health, equity, and active transportation into regional and local transportation policies;
- Participate in existing active transportation coalitions throughout the region; o Mobilize community participation in active transportation policy advocacy opportunities;
- Provide technical assistance to community members and local/regional agencies.
Public & Governmental Relations:
- Act as primary spokesperson and champion for Cal Walks' San Joaquin Valley efforts;
- Cultivate relationships with public agency staff including, but not limited to, the Kern Council of Governments, Kern County, City of Bakersfield, Fresno Council of Governments, Fresno County, and City of Fresno. Agencies may include public health, public works, planning, community development, animal control services, sheriff's office, and police departments;
- Cultivate relationships with local elected officials and state legislators and district staff throughout the region;
- Explore partnerships with academic institutions in the region investigating the relationships between transportation, health, climate change, and equity;
- Cultivate relationships with local news media, including TV, radio, print, and blogs; and o Participate in public advisory committees and meetings that impact active transportation policies and projects, including, but not limited to, local Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committees (BPAC).
Minimum Requirements: This position prefers a BA in urban planning, urban studies, public health, public policy, social welfare, political science, non-profit management or other related field plus a minimum of two years' experience in managing advocacy campaigns or equivalent. A BA may be substituted with a minimum of one years' experience in coordinating advocacy campaigns, community capacity building trainings, or equivalent. Must have experience in program/workshop planning or facilitation and working with community residents. Must be detail-oriented, able to manage competing tasks, and have a solid understanding of organizational management and coalition building.
How to Apply: Please send your résumé, a cover letter, salary requirements and three references to email@example.com. Please use "Application for Central Valley Policy Manager" as the subject of the email and name the documents as your last name and the document name (example: "Last Name_Cover Letter"). Please provide documents in PDF file format.
Location: LA County/Orange County, CA
Company: California Walks
Date: 9/27/16
Job Description: Central Valley Policy Manager
This is a dynamic, exciting, and new position to support Cal Walks' community capacity building and technical assistance work to create healthier, more equitable transportation policies in communities across California. Primary responsibilities and functions include community engagement, empowerment, education, and mobilization; coalition building; coordinating, planning, and assisting in the facilitation of workshops and events; and cultivating relationships with local and state elected officials, City/County agency staff, and community partners. The Youth & Community Engagement Coordinator will work closely with the Southern California Policy Manager. The ideal applicant will be based in Los Angeles County or Northern Orange County and be willing to travel throughout California.
Key responsibilities and functions:
Advocacy, Education, and Community Engagement
- Assist in the planning and facilitation of community capacity building workshops and trainings across California o Manage and oversee training logistics (venue, travel, food, etc.)
- Assist in the improvement of training curriculum, including researching emerging and effective teaching methods that are culturally-competent and age appropriate
- Assist in youth leadership and advocacy capacity development programs
- Build partnerships and cultivate relationships with non-profit and/or community-based organizations interested in or working on active transportation policy;
- Assist in the development of policy recommendations to integrate health, equity, climate change, and active transportation into regional and local transportation policies;
- Mobilize community participation in active transportation policy advocacy opportunities;
- Provide technical assistance to community members and local/regional agencies.
Public & Governmental Relations
- Support Southern California Policy Manager's external communications;
- Cultivate relationships with public agency staff including, but not limited to, the Southern California Association of Governments, Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LA Metro), Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT), Los Angeles County Department of Public Health;
- Cultivate relationships with local elected officials and state legislators and district staff throughout the Southern California region;
- Explore partnerships with academic institutions in the region investigating the relationship between transportation, health, and equity;
- Cultivate relationships with local news media, including TV, radio, print, and blogs.
Minimum Requirements: This position prefers a BA in urban planning, urban studies, public health, public policy, social welfare, political science, non-profit management or other related field. A BA may be substituted with a minimum of one years' experience in coordinating advocacy campaigns, community capacity building trainings, or equivalent.
How to Apply: Please send your résumé, a cover letter, salary requirements and three references to firstname.lastname@example.com. Please use "Application for Youth & Community Engagement Coordinator" as the subject of the email and name the documents as your last name and the document name (example: "Last Name_Cover Letter"). Please provide documents in PDF file format.
Location: New Carrolton, MD
Company: Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development
Date: 9/23/16 (Closing date 10/7/16)
Job Description: Project Manager
This Project Manager position will administer Division of Neighborhood Revitalization grants and other services provided to local governments and nonprofit organizations through the
federal Community Services Block Grant program with a primary focus on building capacity and identifying best practices of Community Action Agencies in the provision of services to low-income Marylanders. The position ensures compliance with Departmental standards, as well as federal and State regulatory and statutory requirements. This position also provides technical assistance, reviews applications for project funding, approves disbursement requests against project terms and funding guidelines, tracks expenditure rates, and assists with the preparation of grant documents.
Minimum qualifications:
Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Four years of administrative or professional experience in financing and providing technical assistance for development or rehabilitation of multifamily or single family housing; neighborhood revitalization and business development; community infrastructure development; or historic preservation programs.
Preferred qualifications:
- One year of direct experience administering federal grant programs for a nonprofit or government agency
- Knowledge of and experience with issues relating to addressing poverty or serving low-income individuals and families.
- Working knowledge of and experience with nonprofit organizations, foundations or government program administration highly desirable, especially experience working with Community Action Agencies.
- Experience in analyzing data elements and outcomes that can be used to increase the capacity of a program or agency.
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Location: Portland, OR
Company: Bureau of Development Services
Date: 10/3/16 (Closing Date 10/17/16)
Job Description: Plan Review Supervisor
THE POSITION: The Plan Review Supervisor position plans and directs the work of a professional technical staff that review and evaluate residential and commercial building plans, applying building codes to determine compliance with code provisions. This position also evaluates and participates in developing bureau and city policies and procedures, provides staff guidance and leadership, develops and shares technical knowledge and administrative skills with staff in the Bureau of Development Services' Plan Review Section. As one of two Supervisors, they will work cooperatively to oversee a team of highly motivated, professional, and technically knowledgeable staff responsible for safeguarding building occupant's health, safety, welfare, comfort and security. The two Supervisors will work together to develop and apply policies and procedures to achieve annual goals, objectives, and work standards.
The Supervisor in this position also:
• Work closely with Senior Plans Examiners on the team to plan and schedule work,
estimate staffing needs, assign and monitor project progress, and establish staff priorities.
• Provides guidance to staff and permit applicants as they develop solutions to complex permitting issues; Be open to developing & implementing creative and innovative solutions and processes.
• Supports staff in accomplishing work in a timely and fiscally responsible manner.
• Takes a leadership role in the Bureau to promote equity, diversity, and inclusion, and participates actively in creating an excellent work environment for all staff.
• Leads the Plan Review staff to success by supervising, coaching, and mentoring, as well as completing the annual performance review/planning process with staff.
• In cooperation with the Bureau's Training & Workforce Development Team and the Bureau's Leadership Team, encourages continual professional growth for staff and promotes professional development opportunities.
• Is familiar with the City Human Resource Rules and the Collective Bargaining Agreements, and acts in accordance with them.
• Fosters an excellent, service-oriented team that upholds the City's and the Bureau's mission and objectives with enthusiasm and confidence.
Plan Review Supervisors assure that service is delivered in an equitable manner and in a way that upholds the bureau's customer service standards. Bilingual skills are helpful, but not required. The current vacancy is in the Bureau of Development Services.
For requirements and how to apply, please click here. Applications accepted starting 10/3/16.
Location: Portland, OR
Company: Bureau of Development Services
Date: 10/3/16 (Closing Date 10/17/16)
Job Description: Senior Plans Examiner
THE POSITION: The Senior Plans Examiner provides direction and support to plan examiners and inspectors in the Inspection and Permitting and Plan Review Division of the Bureau of Development Services, and works to ensure that projects move forward in a timely, high quality and consistent manner by working on appeals and developing code and program guides. Senior Plans Examiners provide advice and assistance in the solution of complex or unusual plan review cases and resolve conflicts that may occur between applicants and plan review staff. The position also acts as liaison to other work groups within and outside of the Bureau of Development Services to help improve the development review process. This position will also meet the bureau's expectations of providing excellent customer service in an equitable manner to meet the growing needs of the City of Portland's diverse community. Fluency in a second language is desired but not required.
For requirements and how to apply, please click here. Applications accepted starting 10/3/16.
Location: Baltimore, MD
Company: Maryland Department of Planning
Date: 9/20/16 (Closing date 9/30/16)
Job Description: Manager, Projections and State Data Center
The Maryland Department of Planning provides guidance, analysis, outreach and support to ensure that the state's national resources, built environment and public assets are preserved and protected to achieve its goals for economic, community and environmental vitality. This position is responsible for overseeing the development of the long range demographic and socioeconomic projections and state school enrollment projections for the state and 24 jurisdictions as well as quarterly and annual updates of various data series from the U.S. Census Bureau, the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and the Internal Revenue Service for estimates such as population, American Community Survey, personal income, jobs, median and mean household income and migration.
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Location: Baltimore, MD
Company: Maryland Department of Planning
Date: 9/20/16 (Closing date 9/30/16)
Job Description: Director of Planning, Data and Research
The Maryland Department of Planning provides guidance, analysis, outreach and support to ensure that the state's national resources, built environment and public assets are preserved and protected to achieve its goals for economic, community and environmental vitality. This positions primary role is to oversee, supervise and coordinate the agency's property mapping functions, Geographic Information System activities, and development and dissemination of long-range demographic and socioeconomic projections and Statewide census geographies under the direction of the Assistant Secretary for Planning Services.
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Location: Baltimore, MD
Company: Maryland Department of Planning
Date: 9/20/16 (Closing date 9/30/16)
Job Description: Infrastructure/Development Planner
The Maryland Department of Planning provides guidance, analysis, outreach and support to ensure that the state's national resources, built environment and public assets are preserved and protected to achieve its goals for economic, community and environmental vitality. This position supports the Department's responsibilities, including infill and redevelopment; community revitalization; place-based economic development; and infrastructure policy, planning and development.
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Location: Baltimore, MD
Company: Maryland Department of Planning
Date: 9/20/16 (Closing date 9/30/16)
Job Description: Lead GIS Planner – Geospatial and Data Analysis
The Maryland Department of Planning provides guidance, analysis, outreach and support to ensure that the state's national resources, built environment and public assets are preserved and protected to achieve its goals for economic, community and environmental vitality. This position develops and updates custom GIS mapping products and geospatial analysis related to various land use, zoning and other growth and preservation areas as directed.
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Location: Washington, DC
Company: Coalition for Nonprofit Housing & Economic Development
Date: 9/7/16
Job Description: Director of Advocacy
The Director of Advocacy will work under the programmatic direction and supervision of the President & CEO to develop and direct the organization's budget and policy advocacy strategies and activities. To further the mission of the Coalition, the Director of Advocacy will work closely with the other members of the staff, especially the Director of Economic Development Policy and Director of Housing Policy, to set advocacy goals, plans, and meetings. The position will work both
with CNHED member organization staff, as well as engage community residents who are affected by issues of housing affordability, homelessness, un- or under-employment, and other issues of social and economic justice.
- Develop an advocacy strategy around CNHED's annual budget recommendations and policy concerns.
- Recruit, engage, and mobilize CNHED member organizations and the broader community to advocate for CNHED policy and budget recommendations through such activities as rallies, town hall meetings, public testimony, meetings with elected officials, etc.
- Facilitate the Resident Leadership Team's work to advise CNHED on relevant
organizational issues and to develop and implement tactics to recruit, engage, and mobilize supporters of CNHED's agenda.
- Create and cultivate a resident-driven Workforce Leadership Team.
- Train CNHED members and supporters on advocacy methods and coalition-building techniques.
- Work with CNHED staff, members, and stakeholders to integrate housing and economic development priorities into common Equitable Communities advocacy messaging.
- Develop advocacy materials for and manage CNHED's advocacy-related social media, email, and website communications in coordination with CNHED staff.
- Contribute to building media relations.
- Recruit and supervise interns and volunteers.
- Provide support for other projects, as needed.
- At least a Bachelor's degree and five years relevant experience.
- Prior experience in and passion for social justice, advocacy, policy work, and grassroots organizing.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment, and to demonstrate initiative in both contexts.
- Excellent skills in written and oral communications.
- Facility interacting with diverse individuals and organizations.
- Demonstrated experience managing campaigns and organizing and executing large events/rallies for advocacy purposes.
- Demonstrated success using a variety of media channels for advocacy and organizing.
- Experience conducting advocacy and organizing trainings for diverse individuals.
- Prior work experience in community development field strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with community development in the District of Columbia a plus.
- Good sense of humor and the ability to be gracious and nimble in difficult situations.
Please email a resume (with "Director of Advocacy" in the subject line) along with cover letter of interest, and salary requirements to email@example.com. The cover letter should explicitly state how your experience and accomplishments fit with this position's requirements. No phone calls please. Initial screening will begin September 15, 2016.
Location: Portland, Oregon
Company: City of Portland Oregon
Date: 9/12/16 (Closes after 150 applicants or 9/26/16)
Job Description: Associate Planner
Under general supervision, Associate Planners participate in a variety of interdisciplinary policy development projects, strategic and infrastructure planning initiatives, long-range land-use plans, and development review functions; write
findings, notices and reports; answer questions and provide interpretations of Code and other requirements; and participate in planning work on a variety of planning policy development, long-range planning and other projects. Associate planners may have frequent and direct interaction with advisory groups and the general public.
The Land Use Services Division of BDS currently has 1 position available - on the Land Division and Environmental Team. Associate Planners in Land Use Services implement the Portland Zoning Code and provide information to the public about zoning and issues related to the use of land. They review development proposals to
ensure compliance with the City's zoning regulations. They work with developers, lawyers, neighborhoods, and the City's infrastructure bureaus to mediate conflicts, problem-solve, and coordinate infrastructure improvements. This may include review of development proposals submitted by applicants and produce public notifications and reports documenting whether and how the proposal meets the zoning code approval criteria. Associate Planners make land use decisions, which may include recommendations at public hearings. Qualified candidates commonly have backgrounds in urban planning, urban design and architecture, landscape architecture and/or environmental planning. This position will also meet the Bureau's expectations of providing excellent customer service in an equitable manner to meet the needs of the City of Portland's community.
Land Division and Environmental Team - Duties include administering the zoning code through the review of development proposals involving discretionary Land Division or Environmental land use reviews. Additional duties may include processing final plat and property line adjustment applications, and providing zoning information and assistance to customers involved in the land use review or permitting process.
Fluency in a second language is desirable, but not required. The current opportunity is within the Land Division and Environmental Team. However, the eligible list generated from this recruitment may also be used to fill future vacancies in the Bureau of Development Services. For questions about the position contact BDS Land Division, Environmental Manager Kim Tallant at email@example.com For qualifications or to apply, visit www.portlandoregon.gov/jobs after recruitment opens on September 12, 2016.
Location: Portland, Oregon
Company: City of Portland Oregon
Date: 9/12/16 (Closes after 100 applicants or 9/26/16)
Job Description: City Planner I – Land Use
City Planners I - Land Use specialty in the Bureau of Development Services perform moderately difficult and responsible professional planning assignments ranging from evaluating building permit applications for compliance with applicable land use codes, to analyzing development proposals and preparing written findings and PowerPoint presentations as part of discretionary land use reviews, to supporting stakeholder advisory group discussions and community conversations about long range plans for Portland. This position carries out individual responsibilities using initiative, creativity and independence. City Planners I – Land Use should possess the ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound problem-solving skills and use professional judgment.
The work may also include:
• conducting studies and preparing reports on short and long-range land-use assignments or projects;
• determining conformity with land use laws and regulations;
• drafting new or revised codes and ordinances;
• preparing oral and written staff recommendations;
• interacting in person with individuals, groups and stakeholder representing diverse interests, including property owners, developers, builders, designers, architects, landscape architects, neighborhood representatives, communities of color, businesses, neighbors, and other interested parties to discuss City policy;
• working to resolve concerns and differences among competing interests and issues; and
• communicating detailed technical information to a variety of internal and external customers.
City Planners I – Land Use will also meet the Bureau's expectations of providing excellent customer service in an equitable manner to meet the needs of the City of Portland's community. Fluency in a second language is desirable, but not required. The 2 current vacancies are within the Bureau of Development Services' Title 33 & Pre-Application team, and the Land Division & Environmental team. However, this recruitment may be used in the future to fill other vacancies in the Bureau of Development Services.
The Land Use Services Division of BDS currently has 2 positions available - one on the Title 33 Team and one on the Land Division and Environmental Team.
Title 33 Team Duties include administering the zoning code through the review of development proposals involving a variety of discretionary land use reviews, such as Adjustments, Conditional Uses, and Comprehensive Plan Map/Zoning Map Amendments. Additional duties include providing zoning information and assistance to customers involved in the land use review or permitting process.
Land Division and Environmental Team
Duties include administering the zoning code through the review of development proposals involving discretionary Land Division or Environmental land use reviews. Additional duties include processing final plat and property line adjustment applications, and providing zoning information and assistance to customers involved in the land use review or permitting process.
For questions about the position contact BDS Land Division, Environmental Manager Kim Tallant at email@example.com or 503-823-0977 or BDS Title 33 and Pre-Applications Manager Douglas Hardy at email@example.com or 503-823-7816. For Qualifications and To Apply Visit www.portlandoregon.gov/jobs after recruitment opens on 9/12/16.
Location: Portland, Oregon
Company: City of Portland Oregon
Date: 9/12/16 (Closes after 100 applicants or 9/26/16)
Job Description: City Planner II – Land Use
City Planners II with a Land Use Specialty in the Bureau of Development Services (BDS) work within the Land Use Services Division. They are responsible for and perform advanced professional land use planning and project coordination duties, applying advanced land use planning knowledge to assignments and to the coordination of multiple complex projects or processes from inception to completion, and coordinate multiple projects, planning processes and/or complex projects in a specialty field.
Planning functions are spread across a number of City agencies as follows: Planners in the Bureau of Development Services perform current planning responsibilities, and generally administer, implement and enforce the zoning and land use regulations, provide information and assistance to the public about zoning and land use requirements, review development proposals and plans for compliance with these requirements, prepare findings of fact for quasi-judicial discretionary land use reviews and code enforcement hearings, and providing services to customers in an equitable manner. Planners in the Bureau of Planning & Sustainability generally do long-range planning projects, conduct planning studies, draft new or revised codes, and work with various stakeholders on planning policy. Planners with the BDS Enforcement Program within the Inspections Division investigate and resolve zoning enforcement complaints.
This position will also meet the Bureau's expectations of providing excellent customer service in an equitable manner. By guiding and regulating the shape and form of the City, all City Planners have an important role in advancing the City's goals towards prosperity, resiliency, and equity. Sensitivity to how land use decisions impact communities differently and disproportionately in achieving these goals, is desired. Fluency in a second language is desirable but not required. The current opportunities are in the Planning & Zoning team, and the Title 33 & Pre-Application Team. However, the eligible list generated from this recruitment may also be used to fill future vacancies in the Bureau of Development Services, and vacancies in the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability.
The Land Use Services Division of BDS currently has 2 positions available - one on the Title 33 Team and one on the Planning and Zoning Team. However, this list may be used to fill future vacancies within the division.
Planning and Zoning Team – Duties include administering the zoning code through non-discretionary review of building permit plans for compliance with zoning standards and previously-approved land use reviews. Additional duties include providing zoning information and assistance to customers involved in the land use review or permitting process.
Title 33 Team - Duties include administering the zoning code through the review of development proposals involving a variety of discretionary land use reviews, such as Adjustments, Conditional Uses, and Comprehensive Plan Map/Zoning Map Amendments. Additional duties include providing zoning information and assistance to customers involved in the land use review or permitting process.
For questions about the position please contact BDS Planning & Zoning Manager Jill Grenda at firstname.lastname@example.com or503-823-3580 or BDS Title 33 and Pre-Applications Manager Douglas Hardy at firstname.lastname@example.com or 503-823-7816. For Qualifications and To Apply Visit www.portlandoregon.gov/jobs after recruitment opens on 9/12/16.
Location: Clarksville, TX
Company: City of Clarksville
Date: 9/2/16
Job Description: Executive Director
The requirements for this position require that the selected candidate be a results oriented person; be self-motivated and able to work with limited direction and supervision; possesses a strong self-confidence and strength of professional convictions while being sensitive to the views and expressions of others; maintain profession affiliations to enhance professional growth and remain current with latest trends and techniques of economic development; and have ability to keep confidences and to work with information, have the basic philosophy that respects the dignity and worth of all people. Have an upwardly progressive and stable career history; proven track record, and at least three years in an Economic Development organization, and must be a residence of Red River County.
Job Description:
Act as the chief operating executive of the Corporation and reports to the seven person board appointed by the Clarksville City Council. Responsible for directing, coordinating and administrating the economic development efforts of the city which are funded by dedicated sales tax, and implement policies and directives mutually established by the Board of Directors.
Completed applications will be accepted only at the following location:
City of Clarksville
City Hall
800 West Main Street
Clarksville, TX 75426
Fax (903) 427-3907
Location: Clarksville, TX
Company: City of Clarksville
Date: 9/2/16
Job Description: City Manager
Candidate will have a Bachelors Degree in Public Administration or related Field of Municipal Government, or 2 years practical experiences as City Manager.
Supervises the Department Heads of all City Departments. Prepares the annual budget and makes recommendations to the city council based on the advice and counsel of all Department Heads. Review monthly budget report and takes the appropriate action when necessary concerning budget issues. Approves purchase orders. Serve as signatory and Investment Officer for the City.
Completed application will be accepted only at the following location:
City of Clarksville
City Hall
800 West Main Street
Clarksville, TX 75426
Or fax (903) 427-3907
Location: Upper Marlboro, MD
Company: MD-National Capital Park and Planning Commission
Date: 8/31/16 (Closing Date 10/10/16)
Job Description: Senior Planner
The Prince George's County Planning Department of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission is seeking an experienced Senior Planner to become part of our Strategy and Implementation team. The Senior Planner will play an important role in developing implementation plans and strategies to advance transit-oriented development at several existing Metro stations. Prince George's County has made TOD one of its highest priorities and is actively pursuing innovative projects, programs and partnerships to achieve sustainable, mixed use, walkable and bikeable communities within proximity of our nation's capital.
The Senior Planner will be engaged in one or more planning/implementation projects that will involve a variety of challenging assignments. The Senior Planner will be working with professional teams, county, state and federal agencies, community groups, and stakeholders to achieve the county's TOD, economic development and housing visions and goals. The Senior Planner will also be assisting with active and ongoing community engagement in support of TOD implementation.
Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree in planning, architecture, parks, engineering, environmental science, or equivalent disciplines related to job function and one year of progressively responsible professional level planning experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Location: Alexandria, VA
Company: Department of Transportation and Environmental Services
Date: 8/29/16
Job Description: Urban Planner III
The Urban Planner III will perform advanced technical analysis in specialized areas of planning and transportation. The employee will be responsible for relatively independent performance of major planning functions or projects requiring advanced skills in research and analysis, and the use of advanced skills in such areas as planning and transportation. Work is performed under general instructions from a Division Chief, the Deputy Director, or the Director with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment of assigned major projects. Work is subject to technical review through the evaluation of reports and through conferences.
As an Urban Planner III (Parking Planner), you should have a Four-Year College Degree in regional or urban Planning, or a closely related field with at least five years of experience in transportation planning; or a Master's Degree with at least two years of experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Preferred qulifications include a Master's Degree with more than two years of relevant parking planning or management experience in a role responsible for complex projects and reports in the public sector or in private consulting, as well as a AICP and/or PE, RLA, LEED AP, RA professional certification, or one from a related field.
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Location: New Castle County, DE
Company: New Castle County Government
Date: 8/12/16 (Closing Date 9/9/16)
Job Description: Planner II
Performs a wide range of professional planning assignments relating to zoning, subdivision of land, physical development and social development of the County;
does related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: An employee in this class performs professional planning work involving knowledge of the principles and practices of city, regional or social planning and understanding of the physical, social and economic concepts underlying planning work. Duties include field and office investigative work. This employee may also perform drafting and calculations
in the preparation of drawings, sketches, maps and plans. The work is performed in accordance with the procedures and policies of the County and under general supervision.
EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative only)
• Reviews subdivision plans for conformity with principles of good planning, land use practices in adjacent development and for compliance with subdivision regulations;
• Collects and organizes statistical data essential to the preparation of the comprehensive plan, social plans and related programs including industrial development, population, its composition, characteristics, growth and trends;
• Makes zoning and planning studies and reports;
• Locates, selects and compiles basic data;
• Acts in an advisory capacity on questions of graphics presentation and format of plan maps;
• Gives public presentations and lectures;
• Performs office and field investigative work, independent research and report writing;
• Prepares necessary maps, line drawing charts, designs and layouts to scale;
• Administers Land Subdivision Program and chairs meetings of Subdivision Advisory Committees;
• Monitors and evaluates activities required for State and Federal programs run by the County in the area of community development and housing;
• May assist or participate in the supervision of designated staff;
• Promotes an ongoing attitude of dedication to excellent public service and ensures that external and internal customers are provided with the highest quality of service;
• Operates a personal computer and other related equipment in the course of the work.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Good knowledge of principles and practices of County planning including basic techniques of statistics, demography, economics and sociology; ability to do technical research work and give reliable advice on planning problems; ability to communicate courteously and effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain working relationships with other employees, elected officials and the public; ability to supervise the work of others; ability to resolve problems.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: At least one (1) year professional experience at the level of Planner I in planning, architectural or civil engineering work and possession of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in city, regional or social planning, civil engineering or related field; a Master's degree may be substituted for the professional experience at the Planner I level; or an equivalent combination of experience, education or training directly related to the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
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Location: Rockville, MD
Company: Montgomery County Government, Office of County Council
Date: 8/12/16 (Closing Date 8/29/16)
Job Description: Senior Legislative Analyst
The Senior Legislative Analyst – Fiscal and Economic Policy will be responsible for performing intensive review and analysis of complex fiscal and economic policy issues for the County Council. Responsibilities include analyzing fiscal and economic policy issues associated with legislation, analyzing budget and tax policy issues associated with economic development-related projects and programs, and furnishing policy advice and guidance to the County Council.
Specific analytical assignments for this position vary with the Council's needs and priorities. The portfolio is expected to include fiscal analysis of the County's revenues and expenditures; fiscal and economic analysis of major County projects, programs and policy issues; strategic analysis of economic development incentive proposals and real estate dispositions; and legislative and budgetary analysis of the budgets of selected departments, agencies, funds and accounts.
Minimum Qualifications: Seven years of progressively responsible professional experience in fiscal and economic policy analysis or economic development, three years of of which were in a supervisory or executive capacity. For Preferred criteria along with instructions for applying, please click here.
Location: Rockville, MD
Company: Montgomery County Government, Office of County Council
Date: 8/12/16 (Closing Date 8/29/16)
Job Description: Legislative Analyst II
This position is full performance professional staff work which involves performing intensive analysis of complex fiscal and policy issues for the County Council, including issues related to economic development. Responsibilities include analyzing major legislative/budget programs, projects, and policies, and furnishing policy advice and guidance to the elected officials. Specific analytical assignments for this position vary with the Council's needs and priorities.
Minimum Qualifications: Three years of progressively responsible experience in fiscal and economic policy analysis, with particular reference to state and/or local government. For Preferred criteria along with instructions for applying, please click here.
Location: Portland, OR
Company: City of Portland, Bureau of Development Services
Date: 8/8/16 (Recruitment open 8/15-29/16 or until full)
Job Description: Development Services Technician I
Development Services Technicians I provide a high level of customer service while performing supportive and technical assignments of standard to moderate difficulty applying technical knowledge in the processing of applications for a variety of development, transportation and/or related permits to achieve understanding, cooperation and compliance with City codes. This position provides service to customers by locating and retrieving records and information; researching information and compiling histories; responding to customer and public inquiries regarding permits; explaining and interpreting City codes, policies, standards, fees and procedures to the public, customers and other public or utility organization employees to assist in problem solving and to ensure adherence to procedures in moderately complex technical matters. This position may also receive and process payments and refunds and maintain accurate records of fees received. Additional duties may include scanning and managing electronic documents. The current vacancy is in the Bureau of Development Services (BDS) although other bureaus may use the list developed from this recruitment. The work environment at the City is fast–paced and typically involves meeting work needs within specific deadlines, which requires strong multi–tasking, problem-solving, prioritizing and organizational skills. There are a total of 3 current vacancies in the Bureau of Development Services' Permitting Services Section and the Digitization Team.
Permitting Services Section
The Permitting Services Section staff are responsible for providing outstanding customer service to a wide variety of internal and external customers in both the Development Services Center and in Permitting Services. This is a fast-paced section that is responsible for assisting customers in documenting when corrections are made to permit plans; records retention and research; verifying licensing requirements for plumbing/electrical/mechanical permits; picking up and moving plans throughout the building; accepting payments; and ensuring that all our customers are directed to appropriate bureau and city resources. The Development Services Technician I position will collaborate with other staff to respond to customers via telephone, e-mail and in person. All of the positions in Permitting Services require strong skills in interpersonal communications, the ability to provide excellent customers service in an equitable manner, and the ability to analyze issues and problem solve.
Technology Section - Digitization Team
The Digitization Team staff are responsible for working within the City's Permit Tracking System (TRACS), scanning paper and microfilm/fiche documents, including issued permits and historic documents, and generating electronic documents in the City's Digital Archive System (TRIM) that are available online to staff and customers. These positions will be part of a three-person team. The two (2) Development Services Technician I assigned to this work must be able to make independent decisions, to analyze detailed information contained in plans, maps, existing database records, and historical records in order to determine which information should be recorded or retained for future reference. Responsibilities include interacting with internal customers to locate and clarify projects and plans that are in process. There will also be contact with the IT Advancement Project (ITAP) team, other technicians and interagency (IA) partners.
For questions about this position and the qualifications, contact the following hiring managers: Permitting Services Manager, Kareen Perkins, at firstname.lastname@example.com or 503-823-3622, and Technology Section Manager, Richard Appleyard, at firstname.lastname@example.com or 503-823-7962.
Location: Lafayette County, MS
Company: Lafayette County
Date: 7/22/16 (Applications due 8/12/16)
Job Description: County Planner
Lafayette County, a rural county located in North Mississippi, is one of the fastest growing counties in Mississippi and the Mid-South. Lafayette County is home to several small communities as well as the City of Oxford and the University of Mississippi. The County has a Planning Commission and Planning Department that oversees residential subdivisions, commercial subdivisions, commercial site plan approvals and building inspections. The County adopted the International Building Codes in 2015. In light of the continuing growth, the County is in the process of updating the 2008 Comprehensive Plan with an Urban Planning Consultant. The intent is to have this completed within the next few months.
Job Description:
Lafayette County is seeking a new position for a County Planner with a B.S. or Master's degree in Urban Planning. The successful candidate must be a self-starter, motivated, capable of taking instructions, and possess excellent communication skills (oral and written). The applicant must also be familiar with the implementation of comprehensive plans and proficient with ArcMap and Microsoft Office. A minimum of five years' planning experience is required. Applicant will be expected to work with the Planning Commission, Board of Supervisors, County Engineer and Comprehensive Plan Consultant.
For more information, click here. Contact Information: Lisa Carwyle, County Administrator, 662-236-2717, firstname.lastname@example.com
Location: New York, NY
Company: WSP|Parsons Brinckerhoff
Date: 7/1/16
Job Description: Urban Planner/Urban Designer
WSP|Parsons Brinckerhoff has an immediate need for an Urban Planner/Urban Designer for our New York City planning practice. Our ideal candidate will be able to work in a team environment to plan, design and implement infrastructure projects in the northeast region and across North America. The selected candidate should be able to organize and partner with multi-disciplinary technical teams to design complex infrastructural solutions. We are seeking a creative and dynamic team player with strong communication skills, 2D and 3D graphic design capabilities, a passion for understanding of the issues that affect urban environments, knowledge of resiliency/sustainability, experience working with engineering disciplines and proven ability to manage public realm infrastructure and urban development projects.
Responsibilities include:
• Interface with and/or lead planning, design and technical staff in support of a growing integrated urban strategies practice
• Lead an integrated design process that would include interface with architects, landscape architects, engineers and other technical teams
• Provide creative report writing and assignment writing skills
• Develop CAD/Illustrator/GIS maps, sections, plans and renderings
• Provide hand sketch and computer aided designs
• Provide meeting and table facilitation as part of community workshops
• Be available and able to travel nationally (usually 2 to 3 day segments) and throughout North America
Experience Required:
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in planning, urban design, landscape, architecture and/or architecture
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Positive attitude and strong communication skills – a team player
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Understanding of project budgets, administration, contracts and project management responsibilities.
• Ability to market the skills of the integrated urban strategies practice
• Ability to clearly describe planning concepts with words and images
• Ability to work in a corporate environment, communicating with a wide range of professional skill sets
• High quality hand sketching and computer graphic abilities
Desired Qualifications:
• Proficiency in use of Adobe Creative Suite, (Photoshop, Illustrator, In Design), GIS, 2D-CAD, (3D rendering capabilities a plus)
• Landscape architecture background/urban design background a plus
• Understanding of complete street and stormwater management design a plus
• Knowledge of zoning law and experience writing zoning code and text a plus
• AICP and/or LEED Accredited Professional a plus
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Location: Many Locations
Company: FEMA
Date: 7/1/16 (Deadline 7/22/16)
Job Description: EHP Historic Preservation Reservist
The Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation Cadre announces the hiring of EHP Historic Preservation Specialist positions under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2-year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis.
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
- Makes recommendations to the supervisor on historic preservation policy and procedures and program guidance and training information on historic preservation compliance issues.
- Develops and maintains liaison with State, Tribal and Federal resources agencies, and private sector organizations, in order to coordinate compliance issues, disseminate technical information and maintain knowledge of government wide programs, and initiatives associated with implementation of historic preservation laws and their impact on the Robert T Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, and related disaster assistance laws
- Provides historic preservation compliance advice to FEMA and State Emergency Management personnel and serves as subject matter expertise for review of existing materials to ensure that historic preservation compliance issues are adequately addressed.
- Analyzes and recommends implementation of guidance, policies, procedures, and directives to enhance historic preservation compliance issues are adequately addressed
- Identifies historic resource considerations in a Preliminary Damage Assessment and undertakings in accordance with the National Historic Preservation Act
- Provide all assistance to the supervisor and staff on assignments in support of FEMA's disaster programs by researching historic preservation compliance requirements procedures and guidelines to effectively and expeditiously ensure compliance with appropriate historic requirements.
Other Information:
- All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the Untied States and its territories for an extended period of time.
- All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 90 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year.
- To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, FEMA requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as condition of placement into this position.
To apply: Submit your resume to firstname.lastname@example.com. You will then be sent an application questionnaire. The deadline for resume submittal is July 22, 2016.
Location: Baltimore, MD
Company: Baltimore Neighborhood Indicators Alliance
Date: 6/29/16 (Closes 7/12/16)
Job Description: Research Associate
The Baltimore Neighborhood Indicators Alliance seeks a Research Associate to join our growing team. The candidate will produce and disseminate high-quality research on community based indicators and work on projects related to data integration for social policy. The Research Associate will be engaged in a full range of research and research management tasks, with a special focus on managing and analyzing quantitative data. Other tasks include obtaining IRB approvals for projects involving human subjects; producing literature reviews; conducting qualitative fieldwork; managing project schedules; contributing to writing reports, academic journals and other products; and assisting in communicating key research findings to the public.
Required Qualifications:
Masters degree in the field of Public Policy, Urban Planning, Economics, Sociology or other social science field, or in quantitative fields such as Mathematics, Computer Science or Statistics, or demonstrated knowledge of a discipline that is generally associated with community-based studies. Five years of experience conducting research and research management tasks. Two years of experience can be substituted by a Ph.D. in directly applicable study that resulted in significant research participation and management.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Public Policy, Urban Planning, Sociology, Anthropology, or in quantitative fields such as Mathematics, Computer Science or Statistics, or demonstrated knowledge of a discipline that is generally associate with community-based studies.
- The successful candidate must demonstrate solid research skills, analytic thinking, and quantitative aptitude:
Experience designing and executing research plans using strong quantitative methods by performing a full range of research and research management tasks of multiple projects.
- Report writing including literature reviews and document completion. Communicating key research findings to the public using print, online and other media outlets.
- Experience with open-source programming is a plus
- GIS skills are preferred
- Assisting supervisor on management of client relationships, particularly with respect to data sharing MOU's with city/state agencies and other organizations
- Requires an organized, highly motivated, creative, and self-confident individual who can work effectively with diverse stakeholders on multiple projects at once.
- Candidate should also have a strong interest in Baltimore community development and one or more of the following topics: housing policy, energy policy, sustainable development and neighborhood revitalization.
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Location: Washington, DC
Company: Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments
Date: 6/20/16
Job Description: Several Planning Positions Available
The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments is looking to fill several job openings. Please click on the title for a complete job description and instructions on how to apply.
Environmental Planner II: The Department of Environmental Programs of the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) is seeking an Environmental Planner for the Climate and Energy Team. The successful candidate will work with a small staff team and a network of stakeholders, including elected officials, local government staff, utility representatives, and non-profit organizations, to advance COG's climate change and energy initiatives. This will include staff support to COG's Climate, Energy, and Environment Policy Committee (CEEPC) and the Built Environment Energy Advisory Committee (BEEAC). Minimum two years of relevant experience. Master's Degree in planning, environmental or natural science, or appropriate related field, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Plan Development and Coordination Program Director: The Council of Governments' (COG) Department of Transportation Planning (DTP) is seeking a Plan Development and Coordination Program Director to direct and coordinate the development and execution of the Transportation Planning Board's (TPB) Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) and lead an 8- person team of professional staff in carrying out major elements of this work program. Candidate should have a Master's degree in in Transportation Planning or related field and eight or more years of progressively responsible experience in the coordination and management of transportation planning activities, with at least three years supervisory and management experience. Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered.
Planning Data and Technical Services Program Director: The Council of Governments' Department of Transportation Planning (DTP) is seeking a Planning Data and Technical Services Program Director to provide strategic direction for the department's planning data and technical services programs and lead a 10+ person team of professional staff in achieving goals in these work program areas.
Master's degree in in Transportation Planning or related quantitative, technical, planning or management discipline and eight or more years of progressively responsible experience in the development, analysis and interpretation of demographic, economic, land use, transportation and spatially referenced data for use in transportation planning and/or related fields. Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered. Minimum three years supervisory and management experience.
Senior Regional Planner: The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) is seeking a Senior Regional Planner for the Department of Community Planning and Services (DCPS). DCPS is responsible for a wide range of activities, including regional growth forecasts, land use coordination, economic and demographic research, economic and workforce development, affordable housing and homelessness programs, child welfare and public health. The position will primarily be focused on managing cross- departmental projects and initiatives focused on COG's Regional Activity Centers, transportation coordination, and economic development and workforce activities. The successful applicant will be part of a senior team overseeing the principal DCPS work programs, and will also support the Director by helping to identify, seek and obtain new funding opportunities. Requires at least 7 years' experience in urban planning, public policy, or a related field, and possession of a Masters' degree in urban planning, public administration, or a related field. Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered.
Senior Statistical Survey Analyst: The Council of Governments' Department of Transportation Planning is seeking a Senior Statistical Survey Analyst for the Planning Data and Technical Services team. The successful candidate for this position will be responsible for the design, implementation, processing and analysis of transportation surveys and other data collected for use in regional transportation planning activities. Candidate should have a Master's degree in in statistics, transportation, planning, or a related field and a minimum of four years of progressively responsible experience in one or more areas of survey research, transportation planning, or a related field.
Transportation Planner III: The Council of Governments' (COG) Department of Transportation Planning is seeking a Transportation Planner III for the Planning Data and Technical Services team. The successful candidate for this position will play a key role in the processing and analysis of data for transportation planning studies and the presentation of technical reports and policy-oriented information reports to Transportation Planning Board (TPB) and COG committees and subcommittees. Bachelor's or a Master's degree (preferred) in Transportation Planning, Urban Planning, Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, Statistics or a related field and minimum three years of applicable experience.
Location: Columbia, MD
Company: Enterprise Community Partners, Inc.
Date: 6/17/16
Job Description: Information Analyst
Enterprise's Knowledge, Impact and Strategy (KIS) department drives knowledge building and leads Enterprise's strategic and action planning processes, and directly supports other Enterprise departments through performance measurement, data governance, research, consulting, and analysis functions. We conduct research, do analysis, manage the company's internal performance measurement system, write reports, and perform other knowledge functions within the organization.
Working closely with the KIS team, the Information Analyst will play a critical role in supporting the data needs of Enterprise staff and community partners. The Analyst will play a key role in advancing the use of data within the Communities of Opportunity index and linking this data to the action plans across Enterprise's departments and business units.
The Information Analyst will also support the implementation of the Strategy & Impact Measurement Systems (SIMS), providing training and consultation to data stewards and others as necessary; collect, aggregate, analyze and interpret performance data to evaluate alignment of program activities with strategic goals; and develop reports, fact sheets, and issue papers that highlight Enterprise's progress against those goals.
The Information Analyst will also support Enterprise's action planning process, working with staff to track key performance indicators and success measures, and synthesizing their input into comprehensive action plans that relate directly back to the Communities of Opportunity Index.
• Master's degree in business, public administration or another discipline, or three years' equivalent experience, that emphasizes measuring and analyzing organizational performance
• Proficiency with database and geocoding software, particularly ArcGIS and Access
• Strong verbal communication skills, in both individual and group settings. Active listening and ease in asking questions a must.
• Ability to write clearly and informatively, targeting writing style to specific audience or purpose. Must be able to read and interpret data-rich information.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Comfortable in a collaborative and cooperative environment; willing to work independently and on teams
• Creativity in solving problems that may not have straightforward solutions
• Demonstrated initiative, resourcefulness, and willingness to develop new skills and knowledge
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Location: New Castle County, DE
Company: New Castle County Government
Date: 6/15/16 (Closing Date 6/30/16)
Job Description: Planner I
Planner I performs entry-level professional planning tasks involving some knowledge of the principles and practices of planning and understanding of the physical, social and economic concepts underlying planning work. Work assignments come in the form of written or verbal orders and are performed in accordance with prescribed methods. This employee receives close supervision and performs duties in accordance with procedures and policies outlined by a supervisor
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Some knowledge of the practices and principles of the socioeconomic implications of planning; some understanding of land use concepts and population density considerations; ability to participate in the preparation of comprehensive plans and to maintain them with technical accuracy; ability to interpret statistical data; ability to communicate courteously and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in city, regional or social planning, civil engineering or a related field supplemented by additional courses in architectural or civil engineering; or an equivalent combination of experience, education or training directly related to the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Some of the responsibilities of the Planner I:
- Serves on planning committees;
- Prepare an assigned portion of the County comprehensive plan by doing research and writing drafts for review by a higher level planner;
- Assists in various phases of research analysis and design with respect to comprehensive physical planning;
- Assists in the preparation of study maps of various design proposals;
- Assists in the review of subdivision and land development proposals;
- Maintains summary records of zoning and other cases affecting planning;
- Consults with other agencies and departments;
- Analyzes data and assists in the formulation of programs relative to planning;
- Assists in specialized areas such as land-use development, zoning, comprehensive plan and transportation;
Questions? Contact Lynne F. LePore, PHR, SHRM-CP, Human Resources Technician, (302) 395-5182, SPEC #0610
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Location: Ketchum, ID
Company: City of Ketchum
Date: 6/10/16
Job Description: Associate Planner
The City of Ketchum seeks Associate Planner, to provide a variety of professional land use planning and community development duties of the city. The Associate Planner performs current development review and plan review of building permits, in addition to day to day customer service, permit processing, and assisting in department operations. The position includes work in natural resource conservation, urban design, community sustainability, floodplain management and other functions of the department. The ideal candidate will be a high-level thinker and problem solver with a commanding grasp of land use planning principles and skilled in critical thinking and research. This position requires a significant volume of technical and professional writing with reports, memos, letters, and other written correspondence required on a daily and weekly basis. Confident and refined public speaking skills are a high priority for this position, which is required to present projects and updates as least twice per month to councils, boards, and other public audiences. The ideal candidate will have the tenacity and attitude to efficiently and adeptly move a project through the land use development process to the most sustainable conclusion for the community. The successful candidate will have exceptional customer service skills and ability to guide applicants through a variety of land use processes and permit applications. An Associate Planner should possess high energy, good communication skills, and sincerely enjoy planning work.
Compensation Range: $51,329-$62,371. DOE.
View and download the job description and application packet at www.ketchumidaho.org/jobs.
Submit a completed application to email@example.com.
First application review starts July 5, 2016. A complete application will include a resume, cover letter, and the job application. Any incomplete applications will be rejected. Equal Opportunity Employer.
Location: Hampton Roads, VA
Company: Hampton Roads Planning District Commission
Date: 6/8/16
Job Description: Coastal Planner
The Hampton Roads Planning District Commission, a regional planning agency, representing the interests of the 1.7 million residents in the 17 localities of Hampton Roads, is seeking a Coastal Planner. The successful candidate will have expertise in urban and environmental planning and geographic information systems to support the HRPDC Coastal Resiliency Program. Requires regular travel to meetings within the Hampton Roads region and occasional travel to other locations within coastal Virginia. Master's degree in Planning, Environmental Science, Landscape Architecture, Geography, or Environmental Policy from a science, engineering, planning, design, or public policy related program. Bachelor's degree with at least 3 years relevant experience may substitute for an advanced degree. Candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume to Kelli Arledge, Human Resources Administrator, Hampton Roads Planning District Commission, 723 Woodlake Drive, Chesapeake, Virginia 23320, or via email at email@example.com.
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Location: Silver Spring, MD
Company: Montgomery County Planning Department
Date: 6/1/16
Job Description: Transportation Senior Planner
The Montgomery County Planning Department in Silver Spring has an opening for a senior planner to lead the transportation planning efforts in the urban areas of Montgomery County, Maryland in the Master Plan Section.
The position of transportation senior planner will be involved in creating attractive and functional environments through the preparation of master plans and the review of mandatory referral proposals. Ideal candidates must possess strong analytic capabilities and interest in all areas of transportation planning. Strong oral and written communication skills, interest and ability to communicate directly with the public on technical transportation planning issues, ability to handle multiple projects effectively, and the ability to work successfully in a multi-disciplinary setting are required. The position will be responsible for incorporating transitways, roadways, intersection improvements as well as bicycle, trail and pedestrian facilities into the transportation system for Montgomery County. The senior planner coordinator will apply transportation planning principles to the preparation of master plans and long range facility planning, working with agencies and stakeholders on creative solutions to addressing transportation issues. The selected candidate will also be required to ensure compliance with transportation planning guidelines and regulations, coordinate review activities with other agencies, prepare technical reports, deliver presentations to the Planning Board, attend community meetings, and respond to information requests from residents, developers, planners, engineers, attorneys and public officials. Fieldwork and occasional evening meetings are required.
The salary ranges from $50,815 – $68,883 (Top of Grade: $86,954) for a transportation planner coordinator.
The Montgomery County Planning Department is easily accessible via the Metro and the Marc train. The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission offers excellent benefits and competitive salaries.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in planning, architecture, parks, engineering, environmental science, or equivalent disciplines related to job function and one year of progressively responsible professional level planning experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
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Location: Washington, DC
Company: Golden Triangle Business Improvement District
Date: 5/16/16
Job Description: Public Realm Coordinator
The Public Realm Coordinator is responsible for managing the organization's public realm improvements of the BID. The individual will be working with the city and contractors that provide a wide range of services including landscaping, painting, cleaning, and power washing. The incumbent will be monitoring operational performance and reviewing, evaluating, and identifying areas of the BID where improvement is required. This is contract management translating vision into day to day operations and delivering results.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Implements the annual work plan to meet the quality assurance goals of the Golden Triangle.
- Manages contract deliverables for maintenance, landscaping, banners and holiday decorations and other vendors.
- Responsible for the maintenance and implementation of the Golden Triangle neighborhood's public realm improvements through systematic evaluation, project and contract management and quality assurance.
- Responsible for the systematic surveying of Golden Triangle BID assets and assessing and scheduling maintenance and installation needs through contractors. This includes contract negotiation, quality assurance and maintaining the schedule of work for banner maintenance and installation, landscaping, installation of bike racks, corrals, planters/hanging baskets, trashcans and ash urns, public art installations, etc.
- Responsible for the systematic surveying of District and National Park public space and assets, reporting maintenance and emergency needs to the correct city and federal departments, following up with those departments until the issue has been corrected. City assets include: traffic control boxes, light poles, bike lanes, roadways, grates, sidewalks, catch basins, curbs, traffic signals, etc.
- Responsible for working with the Department of Transportation, Department of Public Works, Department of Parks and Recreation, Department of Health, Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs, Metro and the Metropolitan Police Department, Park Police and other federal and local law enforcement agencies.
- Systematic mapping in GIS, data entry and interpretation of all assets and contracts in order to report milestones, project costs and track patterns to impact next steps and planning.
- Bachelor's Degree required.
- 3 – 5 years of related work experience, including streetscape/landscape/public realm/facilities.
- Results oriented, detail oriented, organized, and persistent.
- Ability to set goals, establish standards, measure results, and correct deficiencies.
- Passion for urban spaces and the public realm is a must.
- Must have strong written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work well and communicate effectively with a diverse groups of people including property managers, developers, public agencies, general contractors, landscaping companies, and business and neighborhood association representatives.
- Contract and project management experience.
- Customer-focused, creative, and strategic.
- Knowledge of streetscape elements, public fixtures and furnishings and urban design standards.
- Must be ok with working outside in all types of weather.
- Focused on quality and brand; understands the visual attractiveness and presentation in a physical environment and creating a customer experience.
- Experience with ArcGIS desirable.
- Knowledge of MS office suite, iPhones, mobile applications and other emerging technologies.
Interested candidates should contact :
Francesca Morizio | Recruiting Manager, Arthur Diamond,
301-657-8866 – Main | 301-654-9880 – Direct
firstname.lastname@example.com | www.arthurdiamond.com
Location: Houston, TX
Company: City of Houston Planning and Development Department
Date: 5/17/16 (closing date 5/31/16)
Job Description: Transportation Planner IV
The City of Houston seeks a qualified individual to serve as a subject matter expert on pedestrian-bicycle and multi-modal transportation planning in order to effectively implement the principles of complete streets and multi-modal transportation planning through the planning, design, and development review processes. The Transportation Planner (IV) will supervise and manage the development and implementation of the Houston Complete Streets & Transportation Plan (HCSTP), the Houston Bike Plan, and the Major Thoroughfare and Freeway Plan (MTFP).
Duties include:
- Supervise the development of Sub regional Mobility Planning Studies, Livable Center Studies, and other planning studies/reports;
- Oversee regular updates to the HCSTP, the Houston Bike Plan, and the MTFP;
- Develop and manage the planning and coordination of bicycle and pedestrian projects/programs;
- Coordinate with implementation partners on various plans, projects, and programs;
- Manage the development and implementation of successful grant applications and related documents (required reports, budgets, specific inquiries, etc.) to the appropriate funding agencies;
- Lead community input/outreach efforts for multiple planning projects and programs; and
- Coordinate and present to elected officials, the Houston Planning Commission, citizen groups, and staff from partnering agencies.
The Transportation Planner IV must have the ability to communicate complex transportation planning programs, studies, and projects to a wide audience. The successful candidate must have demonstrated project management and leadership skills. The position works in a team environment and has responsibility as a mentor to junior staff.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography, Public Policy or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed. Six years of progressively responsible planning experience required, with at least two years of professional transportation planning experience.
A Master's degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography, Public Policy or closely related field may be substituted for two years of experience.
For full job description, or to apply, please click here.
Location: Washington, DC
Company: DC Policy Planning Sustainability Administration
Date: 5/16/16, closing date 6/3/16
Job Description: Transportation Planner (Citywide)
This position is located in the District Department of Transportation (DDOT), Policy Planning Sustainability Administration (PPSA) Project Review Branch. PPSA monitors, plans, and evaluates transportation impacts on District residents, visitors and workers. The incumbent provides leadership in the review and consolidation of Department comments on private and public development projects, and on public space permits applications. In addition, the incumbent leads major District-wide transportation planning and research projects providing management and oversight of staff and contractors. Special emphasis is placed on developing and implementing a multi-modal comprehensive approach that combines the needs of public and private sectors into coordinated neighborhood transportation policies and plans, consistent with agency strategic goals and objectives.
Major Duties: Analyzes the operational effectiveness of city-wide transportation systems regarding capacity, design, level-of-service, and safety. Reviews and mitigates the transportation impacts of developments projects. Develops alternatives for assuring the safe and efficient utilization of the public transportation system within the District. Prepares technical position papers, reports, and policies on issues intended to increase the operational efficiency and safety of the District's transportation system.
Manages large-scale transportation planning and infrastructure investment projects across multiple modes. Prepares scopes of work and oversees projects through contracting and performance period to ensure high quality results. Manages transportation related research projects, which will result in publication-ready reports.
Coordinates with other Department personnel, i.e., safety, operational, construction, public space, etc. as well as other District, regional and federal agencies to ensure mutual commitment in the basic policy regarding land use and transportation systems' compatibility. Ability to establish a rapport with all levels of management within the District Government, external officials, contractors and the general public. Attends other meetings, seminars, and professional conferences relating to public transportation systems planning.
Qualifications: Expert professional knowledge of urban transportation planning theories, concepts, and principles. Expert professional experience managing programs and projects. Expert professional knowledge and ability to develop transportation plans and project descriptions for transportation services and facilities for the District. Comprehensive knowledge and ability to conduct research on urban transportation issues, and skill in applying such knowledge in the assessment of findings. Develop scopes of work for the development of studies, projects and analytical reports relating to transportation planning, and the mission and goals of the DDOT. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in written formats technical information pertaining to transportation planning studies, projects, program analyses, and to facilitate meetings and the coordination of related programs. Ability to exercise initiative, resourcefulness, and tact in obtaining and analyzing information relative to transportation plans. Knowledge and ability to use computer applications (i.e. PowerPoint, word processing, databases, etc.) and Global Information Systems to retrieve and analyze data and prepare reports. Ability to organize work, set priorities, and determine resource requirements; determine short-or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinate with others to accomplish goals; and monitor progress and evaluate outcomes.
Education: Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree in Urban Planning, Public Policy, Transportation Planning, or Transportation Engineering preferred.
Work Experience: Minimum five (5) years of transportation planning experience with increasing responsibility, preferably in project planning, development review, or transit planning and analysis.
Thorough knowledge of land use and zoning regulations of the District of Columbia as well as a thorough knowledge of Department public space regulations and design standards.
Thorough knowledge of the concepts of public administration; transportation and urban planning and regional planning and coordinating sufficient to provide expertise and leadership in the development and implementation of transportation plans; and develop project descriptions for transportation services and facilities for the District of Columbia.
Ability to provide leadership in a team based environment, and in securing the support and cooperation of others.
For full job description and to apply, please click here.
Location: Washington, DC
Company: AARP
Date: 5/9/16
Job Description: Policy Research Sr. Analyst
AARP's LTSS and Livable Communities Group is looking for a Policy Research Sr. Analyst to conduct research, data analysis and also assist with several projects related to family caregiving, long-term services and supports and livable communities. We are looking for someone with strong research and analytical skills. Anaylst will:
- Conduct research and analyze state-level and national data to identify issues, trends, and opportunities to improve access, affordability, delivery and quality.
- Perform research that leads to publications on public policy and support management decision-making.
- Support Livable Communities initiatives, including the Livability Index and related events and products. Supports activities including research, communications, strategy, project/event planning and implementation.
- Under the direction of senior staff, uses appropriate research methods to identify challenges related to LTSS and livable communities and analyze policy solutions.
- Provides research and technical assistance to staff within the Livable Communities / Long Term Services and Supports team within the Public Policy Institute and throughout AARP, in support of AARP's Strategic Plan and related advocacy efforts.
- Monitor legislative, regulatory and public policy trends in assigned areas of expertise.
- Write literature reviews and other papers, and makes presentations to AARP and external audiences.
- Design, write, edit, and fact-check management reports and presentations.
- Demonstrates AARP cultural attributes and behaviors in all interactions.
Completion of a Master's degree in Planning, Public Policy, other Social Science, or a related discipline, and experience in policy development and research required. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Some experience in communications is preferred, especially with new technologies and social media.
For complete job details or to apply, please visit here.
Location: Washington, DC
Company: AARP
Date: 5/9/16
Job Description: Senior Methods Advisor
AARP's LTSS and Livable Communities Group is looking for a Senior Methods Advisor to conduct research, data analysis and also assist with several projects related to family caregiving, long-term services and supports and livable communities. We are looking for someone with strong research and analytical skills.
- Provides guidance, oversight, and technical assistance to Senior Policy Advisors with regard to data manipulation, statistical analysis and computer programming.
- Conducts and contributes to public policy analyses and original research using complex programming, data manipulation, and computer modeling.
- Conducts analytical work using large public use data files as well as smaller data sets.
- Develops procedures and programs for data analysis and presents data in tabular, graphical, and narrative formats.
- Ensures that appropriate methodological and statistical procedures are used in policy documents and analyses.
- Identifies, develops, and documents data requirements, data validations and analysis
- Documents, implements, maintains or recommends operating methods to improve processing, distribution, data flow, collection, database editing procedures.
- Completion of a Master's degree in Public Policy, Economics, Statistics, or a related discipline, and 3-5 years of related experience using large government data sets and conducting analyses that require complex data manipulation and programming with statistical software packages.
- Knowledge and experience in using spreadsheet software and statistical computing packages.
- Demonstrated excellent code writing abilities in SAS, SPSS or similar programs.
- Familiarity with JavaScript and database systems (e.g. SQL, PostgreSQL or node.js) is a plus.
- Strong analytical skills and experience analyzing data using statistical packages. Experience with GIS mapping is a plus.
For full job description or to apply, please click here.
Location: Howard County, MD
Company: Howard County Department of Planning and Zoning
Date: 5/2/16
Job Description: Planning Specialist I in the Division of Comprehensive and Community Planning
The Howard County Department of Planning and Zoning is seeking a professional planner in the Division of Comprehensive and Community Planning to perform entry level planning and design work involving the development of community-based plans, design review, data compilation and outreach.
- Collects and compiles population, transportation, housing, land use, economic, census and other data, researches best practices; compiles that information into usable form, and presents technical and professional recommendations to superiors on assigned projects and programs;
- Develops maps, charts, graphs or drawings for various planning initiatives, such as plan updates, grant applications, public outreach and education initiatives;
- Presents information both verbally and graphically for internal/external review;
- Facilitates project outreach and education efforts, coordinates with local and regional agencies, meets regulatory deadlines and uses electronic plan review software, and
- Organizes and writes papers, reports, articles and general correspondence on divisional activities;
- Speaks to civic groups concerning the comprehensive plan, regulations and special projects and programs, answers public inquiries regarding division functions and procedures.
- Fieldwork and occasional evening meetings are required.
- Researches information about innovative planning techniques, tools and strategies on sustainable community planning issues and provides information to other divisions and departments, as well as, community groups and organizations.
- Provides assistance to the Design Advisory Panel.
Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of professional level planning experience. A Master's Degree in planning, landscape architecture, urban design or related field can substitute for 2 years of professional level planning experience.
For more information or to apply, please click here.
Location: Blacksburg, VA
Company: Virginia Tech
Date: 4/22/16
Job Description: Economic Development Specialist
The specialist will develop and conduct applied research and technical assistance projects and participate in the collaborative design and implementation of projects with other faculty. This position, reporting to the director of the office, is a restricted calendar year, administrative and professional faculty appointment.
- Design and implement projects addressing economic and community development needs across Virginia on subjects such as research commercialization, manufacturing extension, distributed research centers, strategic innovation partnerships, asset-based development, entrepreneurship, and strategic planning.
This requires the specialist to undertake the following:
*Conduct diverse forms of research and analysis such as economic impact and feasibility studies, market analysis, cluster studies, strategic planning, and program design and evaluation with emphasis on economically distressed areas in Virginia. Prepare reports and deliver public presentations to project clients and other stakeholder's derived from that research.
*Write and submit sponsored project proposals, including scope of work, budget development, and secure funding from national, state, and local sources to support up a substantial portion of salary and fringe for this position.
*Develop contacts with current and potential clients across the public, private, and non-profit sectors through regular travel around the state, active participation in professional associations, and other marketing activities of the unit.
*Build strong relationships with academic departments at the university, including faculty as partners in projects.
*Participate in internal evaluations and conduct impact assessments of past projects.
*Participate in recruiting, selecting, and managing graduate assistants and undergraduate interns.
*Experience with applied research or technical assistance projects in a collaborative, interdisciplinary setting.
*Experience with research and practice grounded in economic concepts and their application.
*Possess exemplary communication and analytical skills.
*Demonstrate capacity as a highly organized, creative, entrepreneurial self-starter, capable of contributing to a team.
*Advanced degree in planning, public administration, business, economics or a related field, completed by June 1, 2016.
*Willingness to undertake extensive travel, primarily within the state of Virginia.
*Some nights and weekend travel may be required.
For a full description of the position and requirements, and to apply, please click here. Review of applications will begin on May 5, 2016 and continue until the position is filled.
Location: Washington, DC
Company: Mi Casa
Date: 4/8/16
Job Description: Program Associate
A 24-year old community-based affordable housing development organization, Mi Casa creates and preserves affordable housing by rehabbing and selling single-family home to lower income families and supporting tenant groups in their efforts to purchase and rehabilitate their buildings. The Program Associate will work in the Tenant Purchase Program on tenant opportunity to purchase (TOPA) projects. Through this program, Mi Casa has prevented the displacement of over 1,000 people, and supported and empowered tenants to take advantage of the DC First Right of Purchase law to purchase and rehabilitate their own buildings. Mi Casa was the first and remains the predominant bilingual affordable housing developer in Washington.
Staffed by a small group of people Mi Casa is managed in a democratic fashion. Staff members are encouraged to participate in decision-making and are provided opportunities to expand their knowledge of low income housing development. The Program Associate will manage projects and assist the Program Director in all aspects of housing and cooperative development. This includes: building acquisition, project financing, coordinating design and construction, and training and organizing tenant groups who are purchasing and developing their buildings.
The successful candidate will have the following qualifications:
- Experience working in community organizing, housing development, or a related field in low-income, diverse neighborhoods
- Experience in management of multi-faceted projects including: budgeting; critical path; external deadlines; multiple team members; and a volunteer Board
- Skilled at facilitating group meetings; experience in planning and implementing community meetings and training workshops.
- Ability to manage a number of tasks at the same time.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
- Good math, computer and writing skills.
- Good verbal communication/ people skills.
- Able to work independently.
- Bilingual – Spanish and English
- A commitment to equal treatment of low-income people and the communities in which they live.
- Work flexible hours, available for evening and weekend meetings
- B.A. or commensurate experience
Salary Range: $40,000 - $45,000.
Submit a resume and cover letter via email to Heather Crouch at Mi Casa, Inc: firstname.lastname@example.com
Location: Flexible
Company: Grounded Solutions Network
Date: 4/8/16
Job Description: Research Manager (full-time, salaried position)
Grounded Solutions Network seeks to hire a Research Manager who will design and implement our research program to advance best practices and innovations in housing programs and policies that lead to lasting affordability and more inclusive communities. S/he will oversee all aspects of the Research area, including prioritizing research needs, designing and leading initiatives to support the performance of the field, and overseeing the daily management and administration of the research initiatives. The Research Manager will work with graduate students, academics, research institutions, and publishers to coordinate studies and disseminate findings. S/he will also help the organization develop strong data collection practices, information systems and the research infrastructure required to advance the work of the organization and the field more broadly. Grounded Solutions Network is committed to building a racially and culturally diverse team. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We know that our work is empowered by a staff that is rich in diverse thoughts, perspectives, cultures and human identities.
Learn more: http://groundedsolutions.org/careers/.
Location: Flexible
Company: Grounded Solutions Network
Date: 4/8/16
Job Description: Research Intern/Consultant (part-time, contracted position-location flexible)
Grounded Solutions Network seeks to hire a consultant or intern to implement a large-scale national survey of inclusionary housing programs, including administration via e-mail and telephone, managing data systems and clean-up utilizing technological platforms (e.g. Salesforce, Form Assembly), and contributing to a report. This project will be a first-of-its-kind U.S. census of over 500 inclusionary zoning and impact fee programs, which create affordable housing for families with modest incomes. The survey gathers policy and program characteristics and outcomes. Work would start as soon as possible at an average of 20 hours/week during the summer with the potential for work to extend over the rest of 2016 at less intensive time commitments. Compensation shall be $25/hour. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We know that our work is empowered by a staff that is rich in diverse thoughts, perspectives, cultures and human identities.
Learn more: http://groundedsolutions.org/careers/.
Students: Career Development Services
URSP Student Planning Association (SPA) hosts a career panel on campus each year, in which alumni and other local planning professionals provide our current students ideas and advice on successful job hunting. Please check back for dates.
To make an appointment with Kristen Tepper at Career Services, please click here.
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Students: Internships
Location: College Park, MD
Company: College Park Planning Department
Date: 8/29/16
Job Description: Part Time Paid Internship
The City of College Park is seeking a paid, part-time intern (up to 15 hours per week, flexible hours) to assist the Department of Planning, Community, and Economic Development. The position will provide general assistance with the plans, projects and activities of the Department under the supervision of the Planning Director.
Examples of Job Responsibilities:
- Assist the Economic Development Coordinator with outreach efforts to local businesses, developing and posting content for the Shop College Park website, updating the Economic Development website and implementing business assistance programs.
- Research and analyze demographic, real estate and economic data.
- Research and report on best practices for various planning issues.
- Assist staff with implementation of a Complete and Green Streets policy, Parks and Open Space plan, Commercial District Streetscape plans and Sustainability programs.
- Assist with project administration duties for federal, state and local grant programs.
- Monitor status of development projects pursuing LEED certification.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Experience with Microsoft Office products, including Excel and Publisher
- Reliable and punctual
- Preference will be given to applicants who are graduate students in the School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation, Urban Studies and Planning Program
The intern position will be paid at an hourly rate of $12.00. To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume to Terry Schum, Planning Director at email@example.com. Call 240-487- 3538 with any questions.
Location: Washington, DC
Company: Northeast Corridor Commission
Date: 8/8/15
Job Description: Graduate Internship
This position will work on a variety of initiatives related to planning, policy development, and data analysis for the Northeast Corridor Commission. The Commission was established by Congress in the Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act of 2008 to coordinate the agencies that share the region's core rail network. The Commission has been administratively hosted by Amtrak since 2011. The Commission seeks a graduate student to support all aspects of the Commission's activities. Working closely with a small, collaborative team, the intern will have the opportunity to shape project work in coordination with Commission staff. The intern will be responsible for data collection and analysis, policy research, preparation of public reports, website content development, and other tasks as assigned. Successful candidates will demonstrate a willingness to undertake unfamiliar initiatives and strong enthusiasm for the Commission's work.
During the 2016-2017 academic year, the internship is a part-time, paid position located at the Commission's offices in Washington, DC, with hours to be determined. To apply for this position, please provide a resume, cover letter, and a sample of your best written and/or visual communications work.
Essential Functions
- Gather and analyze transportation, socio-economic, financial, and other data on the NEC, in support of all Commission activities.
- Create content for the Commission website, including generating ideas for new content and executing written and graphical features.
- Support the development of reports and other external documents, by developing written content and graphics, reviewing outlines and written drafts, and providing data analysis.
Work Experience
- Candidates should be currently pursuing a graduate degree in transportation, public policy, planning, business, or finance.
- Experience collecting, evaluating, and interpreting quantitative data.
- Excellent computer skills in data analysis (specifically direct experience using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access), word processing, and graphic design.
- Strong skills in written, verbal, and graphic communication of quantitative and qualitative information, including the ability to clearly express technical concepts to wide audiences.
- An ability to build relationships with all levels of an organization, work in a fast-paced office environment with tight deadlines, and stay organized and detailed-oriented while participating in a wide range of tasks.
Preferred Work Experience
- Experience with the Adobe Creative Suite, data visualization, and/or geographic information systems (GIS).
- Experience with web development, including the WordPress Content Management System.
The Commission is administratively hosted by Amtrak. To file an application, please click here.
Location: Washington, DC
Company: Economic Innovation Group (EIG)
Date: 8/8/16
Job Description: Policy Fellow
EIG is looking for a dynamic and motivated emerging leader in economic policy to serve as its Fall Economic Policy Fellow. The Policy Fellow will work with EIG's Policy Team, consisting of the Senior Director for Policy and Strategy, the Manager for Research and Policy Development, and the Manager for Government Affairs to develop the organization's policy agenda. The Policy Fellow will provide research support and will execute an original research project. In addition, the Policy Fellow will be closely involved in advancing a core piece of legislation in Congress around distressed communities.
Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited, to the following:
- Assist in conducting spot research and drafting briefers for members of EIG's Executive Team on key policy areas of focus, including economic and community development, entrepreneurship, innovation, and access to capital;
- Research and evaluate innovative and effective state-level policies in EIG's core issue areas to highlight in blogs, newsletters, op-eds, briefers, and reports;
- Serve as an internal resource for up-to-date information on relevant national and state-level policy developments;
- Work with Policy Team Managers to build a repository of relevant best practices from all layers of government as well as abroad;
- Work with Policy Team Managers to produce collateral materials to advance EIG's legislative priorities;
- Contribute to the substantive development of infographics, blogs, and reports as needed; and
- Regularly attend and report back on relevant think tank events in DC.
The Policy Fellow will also be responsible for producing one capstone research project under the guidance of EIG managers and directors. The project will likely take the form of a deep-dive analysis into a single policy that may become a core state or national advocacy priority for EIG.
Elements of the fellowship may be tailored to suit a particular candidate's strengths, background, and interests as well.
- Master's degree in relevant field (e.g. public policy, economics, sociology).
- Demonstrated interest in EIG's core issue areas (economic and community development, entrepreneurship, innovation, and access to capital) either through past work or volunteer experience or through independent research projects.
- Demonstrated fluency in methods of qualitative analysis.
- Familiarity with basic quantitative methods of analysis, demonstrated by proficiency in higher-level Excel functions and at least one statistical analysis software program.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Familiarity with the policymaking process gained through, for example, prior work or internship experience on the Hill or in state or local government preferred but not required.
- Entrepreneurial spirit and desire to work in a fast-paced startup environment.
- Self-motivated, creative, organized, and deeply committed to personal and organizational excellence.
Current graduate students or recent graduates.
The fellowship will start in August and run through Friday, December 16th. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Applicants should send a resume and cover letter to email@example.com with the subject line "EIG Fall Policy Fellow."
Location: Washington, DC
Company: International Economic Development Council
Date: 8/2/16
Job Description: Intern
The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) seeks an enthusiastic and experienced intern, preferably a graduate student, to assist with IEDC's ongoing economic development projects. The work schedule will require a minimum of 20 hours per week Monday through Friday at IEDC's Washington, DC office. IEDC is flexible and willing to work around school schedules. The internship will commence immediately and can be a long-term assignment. This is a paid position.
Primary duties of the Intern will include but may not be limited to:
• Conducting a literature review and other necessary research.
• Helping to identify successful examples and case studies.
• Interviewing experts for research projects.
• Economic research.
• Drafting reports, surveys, articles, case studies and PowerPoint presentations.
• Participating in team meetings and supporting IEDC with various ongoing projects.
Candidates should possess the following skills and qualifications:
• Outstanding research skills
• Superior writing ability
• Project and time management
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Interest/experience in the U.S. economic development profession preferred
• Computer skills: Microsoft Office. The intern may also use survey and/or webinar software during this assignment (training will be provided as necessary).
• Currently enrolled in a (graduate) program in planning, economic development, economics, public policy, public administration, business administration, or related field.
• Interns must provide their own housing and transportation. This position is based in downtown Washington, DC in a location easily accessible to Metro lines and bus routes.
How to Apply
Applications should include a cover letter, current resume with relevant employment and education background, and a writing sample. Writing samples can be previously written term papers. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until a candidate is chosen. Please send your application materials to
email@example.com with the title: Summer- Fall Internship. Only applicants who are offered interviews will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
Location: Washington, DC
Company: District Department of Transportation
Date: 7/1/16
Job Description: Internship
The District Department of Transportation is partnering with the USDOT Small Business Transportation Research Center's Women in Transportation Initiative. DDOT will be hosting an intern who will work on data analysis for our agency performance office to help analyze trends and efforts in the agency. The program is specifically targeted to women and would be a good fit for someone with data scientist leanings. If you know someone who is interested/qualified for this, please contact Leslie Jean, firstname.lastname@example.com, who is the Capital Region Project Director of the USDOT Small Business Transportation Resource Center (joint venture between the USDOT and US Black Chambers). The position would start immediately.
Location: Fairfax, VA
Company: Fairfax County Department of Transportation
Date: 6/29/16 (Application Deadline 7/18/16)
Job Description: Bicycle Program Internship (September – December)
Fairfax County Department of Transportation is looking for a fall intern to assist with outreach efforts that will promote bicycling and bike safety. This position will include developing and implementing community and business outreach strategies and materials related to bicycle projects, developing a variety of bike-related encouragement and educational efforts, and attending outreach events.
Minimum Qualifications: Current student or recent graduate in the field of marketing, sales, communications, community organizing, urban or transportation planning, or similar. Experience with outreach efforts, advocacy or event planning desirable. Must be able to ride a bike. Must have valid driver's license. Ability to communicate in Spanish a plus.
Salary: This intern position is UNPAID, but will work with intern to earn class credit if offered through his/her college or university.
Schedule: The position requires 20 hours per week from September-December. Attendance of some evening and weekend events is required. Exact length of position will depend on candidate's availability. Schedule can be flexible.
Preferred Qualifications and Knowledge:
- Excellent organizational skills and great initiative
- Strong writing skills and ability to synthesize key information into a compelling written presentation
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
- Ability to use Word, PowerPoint, Excel
- Some knowledge of bicycle planning and encouragement principles
Please send resume and cover letter to email@example.com by July 18, 2016. Call 703-877- 5625 with questions.
Location: Washington, DC
Company: NoMa BID
Date: 5/27/16 (applications due June 10, 2016)
Job Description: Planning & Economic Development Intern
The Planning & Economic Development Intern will assist the NoMa BID Staff in planning and research related projects that contribute to the overall appeal, utility, and prosperity of the NoMa neighborhood. The intern will have the opportunity to work on discreet projects that can be used in their portfolio. They will be expected to create maps, charts, and other collateral to visually communicate activity, development, and infrastructure in the neighborhood. This is a Part-time, 20 hour-a-week commitment between the hours of 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Monday – Friday for the summer with opportunity for extension.
The intern will assist the planning and economic development department with a variety of tasks, including project research, data collection, and map making. In addition, the intern may support the marketing team in designing materials and NoMa BID events. Candidate must have a working proficiency with Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop. Experience using ArcMap GIS is preferred. Strong Microsoft Excel and writing skills are required. Interns must be a fourth year undergraduate or a graduate student.
NoMa (north of Massachusetts Avenue) is a vibrant, growing neighborhood north of Union Station and the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. In the last seven years, private developers have invested approximately $6 billion in the 35-block area and have plans to develop more than 17 million square feet of office, residential, hotel, and
retail space. NoMa is now home to roughly 54,000 daytime workers, with 5.5 million SF leased in the last six years. More than 3,900 apartments have been built recently and almost 2,000 are currently under construction. NoMa has unparalleled transportation options, including two Red Line Metro stops, and the best biking facilities in D.C., with the only East Coast Bikestation, the 8-mile Metropolitan Branch Trail, and access to nine Capital Bikeshare stations. NoMa is the most connected neighborhood in Washington, D.C.
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to NoMa BID Economic Development Director, Galin Brooks, at email@example.com by June 10th, 2016; work samples in PDF format are encouraged but not required.
Location: Silver Spring, MD
Company: M-NCPPC Montgomery Parks
Date: 5/23/16
Job Description: Summer Internship
The Park Planning and Stewardship Division at M-NCPPC Montgomery Parks is seeking a paid intern to assist with two projects: a site selection study for dog parks and skate parks, and a project working to bring online plans into compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This is a paid internship starting immediately. Position can by full-time or part-time.
The Park Planning & Stewardship Division works to support the Vision, Mission and Values of the Department of Parks to achieve the right balance recreation and stewardship through a comprehensive park and trail planning program that is closely aligned with management and protection of our county's best natural and cultural resources on parkland.
Setting up and taking down infrared wildlife cameras at specific park locations. Data collection and analysis of existing park facilities using infrared photography. Inventory and analysis of park facilities for site selection using GIS and Excel. Updating online plan library for ADA compliance. Other duties as assigned.
Intern must be a student enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, pursing a degree in planning, park or public administration, landscape architecture, geography, and/or similar.
Location: Parkside Headquarters: 9500 Brunett Ave Silver Spring, MD 20901
Additional Qualifications:
Proficiency with ArcGIS, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Office Suite. Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat Pro and several web editing tools. Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop is a plus. Ability to lift 20 lbs, work outdoors in various conditions.
Pay Rate:
$12 to $23/ hour
Please send resume and cover letter by COB JUNE 3, 2016 to Susanne Paul, firstname.lastname@example.com
Location: DC/Baltimore, Philadelphia, Richmond, Baltimore
Company: Network Building + Consulting (NB+C)
Date: 4/29/16
Job Description: Real Estate Development Intern
Network Building + Consulting (NB+C) is a leader on the cutting edge of the rapidly changing and growing wireless telecommunications industry. NB+C is committed to building a devoted team that provides innovative solutions to our clients. NB+C is actively engaged with all four major wireless carriers: Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile and Sprint, with projects in 25 states.
NB+C is looking for enthusiastic summer interns for its Site Development Division. Summer interns will work closely with our Real Estate Specialists, Engineers and Technical Crews to help carriers design and deploy their networks. Over the span of 12 weeks, you will have the opportunity to work on real projects and develop meaningful mentor partnerships. Many of our prior successful interns have transitioned into full time employees with NB+C.
Site Development interns will learn about site location, negotiating leases, working with local jurisdictions on zoning and permitting.
We want people who are:
• Driven, competitive and passionate about their future
• Team oriented and like working towards a common goal
• Willing to learn and adapt quickly
NB+C has internship opportunities for the following majors:
• Business
• Real Estate
• Civil + Structural Engineering
• Architecture
• Urban Studies and Planning
• Liberal Arts
• Communication
Our offices are located in the Philadelphia, DC/Baltimore, Richmond and Boston Metro areas. If you're interested, please email your resume to email@example.com with the subject line: 2016 Internship.
Learn more about NB+C at www.networkbuilding.com
Location: Rockville, MD
Company: Montgomery County Historical Society
Date: 4/19/16
Job Description: Mary Kay Harper Center for Suburban Studies Fellowship
The Mary Kay Harper Center for Suburban Studies of the Montgomery County Historical Society seeks a qualified candidate for a 3-month paid fellowship from June 2016 - August 2016 to develop a chronology of suburban growth, development and life in Montgomery County, MD during the 1960's. The chronology will contribute to the Historical Society's ability to communicate the evolution of Montgomery County, MD as a suburban county.
The purpose of the chronology is to identify the multiple forces (including cultural forces) that propelled suburban growth, development, and change in Montgomery County, MD during this important decade. These multiple forces include but are not limited to: in-migration of new residents, mass transit (subway & buses), road expansion, commercial development, residential subdivision development, public utilities (water, sewers, gas, electric), schools, police, fire & health services, religious institutions, parks & recreation, open space preservation, cultural influences, planning policies and government decision making.
- Identify, document, review and analyze materials that discuss the policies, projects, actions, events, and people that contributed to the suburbanization of Montgomery County in the 1960's.
- Utilize the MCHS online Guide to Primary & Secondary Sources on the Suburbanization of Montgomery County, MD and other sources to identify the organizations, agencies, municipalities and communities where the most important materials are located that address the suburbanization of Montgomery County in the 1960's.
- Prepare a draft chronology of the suburbanization of Montgomery County in the 1960's.
- Knowledgeable in current historical research techniques, including library and archive practices.
- Enrollment in Master's degree program in library science, history, planning, museum studies, American Studies or some other appropriate discipline.
- Familiarity with using databases and computer software for research projects.
COMPENSATION: $3,000 (Up to 200 hours work at $15.00 per hour)
TO APPLY: Email a cover letter, resume, and contact information for two references to: Bob Bachman at email@example.com . Type "Application for 1960's Suburbanization Chronology Fellowship" in the subject line.
No phone calls, please. All applicants will be notified their application was received. Selected applicants will be contacted for telephone and in-person interviews.
The Mary Kay Harper Center for Suburban Studies of the Montgomery County Historical Society was established in 2009 to preserve and interpret Montgomery County's suburban history. The Center has developed an online Guide to Primary & Secondary Sources on the Suburbanization of Montgomery County, MD at: http://montgomeryhistory.org/css-finding-aids/ .
Location: Rockville, MD
Company: Montgomery County Historical Society
Date: 4/19/16
Job Description: Mary Kay Harper Center for Suburban Studies Fellowship
The Mary Kay Harper Center for Suburban Studies of the Montgomery County Historical Society seeks qualified candidates for a 4-month Fellowship beginning in May or June 2016. The internship project is to develop a database that uses Past Perfect Online software to access and search materials in the Jane C. Sween library that relate to suburban development and suburban life in Montgomery County, MD.
This database will help increase awareness of, and accessibility to, the Montgomery History primary and secondary materials in the Jane C. Sween Research Library and will increase the use of database technology to document and preserve the historical resources in the Jane C. Sween library.
This Fellowship project will be managed by the Chair of the Mary Kay Center for Suburban Studies (MKH-CSS) Steering Committee. The intern will work under the supervision of the Chair and the Montgomery History Librarian & Archivist. He/she will interact/coordinate with other Montgomery County Historical Society staff.
- Identify the materials in the Jane C. Sween Library that relate to suburban development and suburban life in Montgomery County.
- Document these materials with descriptions that contain similar, searchable categories and sub-categories.
- Use Past Perfect Online software to develop a searchable database to the materials in the Jane C. Sween Library that relate to suburban development and suburban life in Montgomery County.
- Test, debug, and implement this computerized, searchable database.
- Prepare a User's Guide to this computerized, searchable Suburban Studies database that instructs MCHS staff and volunteers in maintaining, updating, and expanding the database.
- Experience with digitization of primary source materials.
- Knowledgeable in current library and archive practices.
- Enrollment in Information/Library Science or equivalent degree program.
- B.A. in history or museum studies is a plus, but not mandatory.
- Familiarity with Past Perfect Online required.
Compensation: Up to $4,000 (Up to 300 hours work at $15.00 per hour)
To Apply: Email cover letter, resume, and two references to: MKH-CSS Committee Chair Bob Bachman, at firstname.lastname@example.com . Type "Application for Suburban Studies Database Fellowship" in the subject line. No phone calls, please. All applicants will be notified their application was received. Selected applicants will be contacted for telephone and/or in-person interviews.
Location: Baltimore, MD
Company: University of Maryland, Baltimore
Date: 4/18/16 (Application Deadline 5/20/16)
Job Description: Campus Planning Summer Intern
Description: The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is the State of Maryland's public academic health sciences and human services university devoted to excellence in professional and graduate education, research, public service, and patient care. The campus is located on 71 acres in downtown Baltimore, two blocks from the famed Oriole Park at Camden Yards. UMB offers primarily professional and graduate degrees from its schools of dentistry, medicine, law, nursing, pharmacy, and social work as well as an inter-professional graduate school. The UMB campus has an estimated daily population exceeding 25,000 persons who are engaged in education, research, and patient care.
Responsibilities: The Office of Capital Budget and Planning at the University of Maryland, Baltimore is seeking a summer intern (approximately late May through mid-August) to assist with the completion of its 10 year facilities master plan. The summer intern's main task will be to assist in updating the University's existing Urban Design Guidelines. The intern will also be asked to assemble deed, plat and other property files for UMB-owned buildings and create corresponding maps.
In addition to these tasks the intern will also be asked to conduct a number of existing conditions surveys to inventory exiting street furniture. At minimum these surveys will include the inventory and mapping of campus bike racks, benches, trees, and planter boxes.
- Completion of a BA/BS
- Currently pursuing a master's degree in Urban Planning or Architecture or related field
- Excellent computer skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in a small team, collegial setting
Compensation: $15/ hour
How to Apply: Please email pdf copies of a resume, letter of interest, and 2 references to Luke Mowbray (firstname.lastname@example.com) by May 20th.
Location: Washington, DC
Company: The District of Columbia Office of Planning
Date: 4/6/16
Job Description: Internship
The District of Columbia Office of Planning (OP) offers a number of exciting internships in Washington DC.
The internship program is designed to offer professional learning opportunities to students who are interested in the field of Urban Planning. Interns may be assigned specific projects in the sub-disciplines of Neighborhood Planning, Development Review and Zoning, Urban Design, Geographic Information Systems, Transportation, Economic Development, Public Facilities, Housing, Sustainability, Historic Preservation, and the State Data Center.
Students who participate in OP's Internship Program may receive academic credit in accordance with the criteria developed by their college or university. A limited number of paid internships may be available, depending upon budget constraints at the time of the internship. External funding sources, such as fellowships, are encouraged.
Eligibility Requirements: A candidate must be a graduate student; an undergraduate student (a sophomore, junior or senior only); or have graduated from college within the last 12 months. Interns typically must be United States citizens. However, foreign students who have obtained the appropriate student visa, may also be considered.
Commitment: Interns will be required to complete deliver ables established in individual work plans at the outset of the internship program. Interns are expected to work 24 to 40 hours per week for approximately 12 to 16 weeks. Exact start and end dates are flexible, but must be in general accordance with the following timeframe:
Summer Internship Program (May-August)
Fall Internship Program (September-December)
Winter/Spring Internship Program (January-April)
Application Procedure: Candidates must complete an application form, which includes one essay question, and attach a copy of their resume. All application materials must be submitted together. These materials will be disseminated to OP staff for review and evaluation. Applicants may be contacted for face-to-face or telephone interviews. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Applications Deadline:
Summer Internship Program: Application submitted by April 15th
Fall Internship Program: Application submitted by July 15th
Winter/Spring Internship Program: Application submitted by November 15th
OP Internship application apply online here.
If you have any questions, please contact OP's HR Advisor, Ms. Sandra Harp, at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Location: Hyattsville, MD
Company: Hyattsville Community Development Corporation
Date: 4/4/16
Job Description: Intern
The Hyattsville Community Development Corporation (CDC) is a local non-profit community-serving organization dedicated to the revitalization and sustainable development of Hyattsville, the Gateway Arts District, and neighboring Inner-Beltway communities. Founded in the Fall of 2000, our mission is to develop arts, entertainment and public spaces; spur economic development and the quality of community life; encourage widespread leadership for community revitalization; and to rebuild the city's commercial corridors.
We are currently looking for energetic, dynamic undergraduate or graduate students. Interns will work closely with our staff to learn the ins and outs of a community development organization and serving a unique community. Potential candidates must be self-starters with strong communication skills, eagerness to learn, and comfort working in a small team (4 staffers) office environment.
Status: This is an unpaid, part- time internship with a flexible work schedule. Current students can receive class credit.
May –August 2016
Approximate Hours Per Week:
10-20 hours per week or as requested by Academic Advisor for credit.
Internship Description: We currently have internships open for students interested in: Economic and Community Development (Research, Project Management, Community Outreach) Public Art Communications
The internship positions are flexible with room for change, so if you possess skills in multiple areas we can adapt a position to fulfill your learning needs. Project placement will be based on personal interests and skillset, as well as the current priorities of the organization.
Desired Skills/Qualifications:
· Knowledge of community planning, public policy, community development, public art, real estate development
· Facility with basic web development tools including WordPress.
· Experience accessing and manipulating databases
· Understanding of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator)
· Knowledge of GIS software
· We are also seeking bilingual candidates (Spanish/English) to assist in specific assignments related to our growing Spanish-speaking community.
If you are interested in applying for an internship, please submit a resume and cover letter by email to:
Kayleigh Gunnoud Program Officer, HCDC email@example.com (301) 683-8267
Location: Arlington, VA
Company: HNTB Corporation
Date: 3/21/16
Job Description: Summer 2016 Internship - Transportation Planning
HNTB is currently searching for a Transportation Planning Intern in our Arlington, VA office for a Summer 2016 internship. This will be a full-time position (40 hours per week).
Under close supervision, candidate will assist the planning team with a variety of assignments:
- Assists project team members with various support tasks.
- Conducts basic research and data collection.
- Compiles data, prepares basic plans, studies, etc.
- Assists in the development of presentation materials and reports.
- Organizes project background information for use in reports and production of presentation graphics.
Basic Qualifications:
- Enrollment in an accredited Urban or Transportation Planning program
- Current student who will be returning to school in the fall
- Graduation December 2016 or later
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office and ESRI ArcGIS
To apply, click here. Questions? Contact Janelle Casey, College Relations Manager, email@example.com
Location: Upper Marlboro, MD
Company: Maryland – National Capital Park and Planning Commission
Date: 3/18/16
Job Description: Collegiate Internship Program
Sponsored by Prince George's County Planning Board, the COLLEGIATE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM is designed to provide job training in planning and urban development to qualified college students who anticipate careers in these areas. Interns will be assigned to work with Planning Department staff at The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) in Prince George's County. Internships will be available for the summer. Interns will work full-time (40 hours per week) and will be compensated.
The Prince George's County Planning Department has a wide variety of opportunities that will provide students with a realistic work experience. Selected students will have the opportunity to work with experienced individuals in their respective disciplines. The Prince George's County Planning Department will be seeking students pursuing degrees or disciplines in the following areas:
Regional and Community Planning
Transportation Planning
Landscape Architecture
Urban Design/Studies
Geography/Geographic Information Systems
Environmental Planning
Historic Preservation
Civil Engineering
Economic Development
Communications/Public Relations
Student Eligibility: Students must currently be enrolled in a planning program at a college or university at the undergraduate or graduate level. Students must have at least a 2.5 g.p.a. (On a 4.0 scale) Students must have at least a junior level standing.
Additional Selection Criteria:
- Strong writing skills
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Familiarity and/or experience with computers
- Work or volunteer experience that might be applicable
- Leadership
- References from past supervisors and/or professors
- Self-motivation; ability to work well with minimal supervision.
Program Dates
Summer internships will run May 31 through August 19, 2016.
Applications for summer 2016 internship positions will be accepted on a rolling basis until positions are filled.
Application Instructions and Brochure:
- Students must submit an M-NCPPC employment application to be considered for employment
- Students must submit a college transcript. An unofficial transcript is acceptable
- Students must submit a personal statement indicating goals and aspirations that may be enhanced by participation in the program. Personal statements must be at least one page long.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. For applications and more information on the program, contact Robert E. Clarke, III, Internship Coordinator, at 301-952-4504, firstname.lastname@example.com, or visit www.pgplanning.org/internships.
Location: Lanham, MD and Baltimore, MD
Company: Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development
Date: 3/11/16
Job Description: Summer Internship
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development is currently recruiting Student Technical Assistant to hire college students for several temporary summer internship positions at the Department. This great opportunity is for graduate and undergraduate students currently enrolled in college who are passionate about our mission and committed to the work at Department to make a difference. This internship will provide a meaningful experience to students by assigning special projects and hands-on-experience in a work environment.
We currently have opportunities in the areas of:
- Finance
- Accounting
- Community Outreach
- Marketing
- Public Policy/Public Administration
- Legal
In the supplemental questionnaire section of the application, please indicate the positions that would interest you based on your field of study and future career goals.
In order to be eligible for this opportunity, students must have completed freshman, sophomore, junior or senior year in an undergraduate program and be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program. Students must have at least 30 undergraduate semester credits to be considered.
Appropriate College Majors: Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Management, Economics, Journalism, Mass Communications, Advertising, Marketing, Liberal Arts, or another related field. The representatives that attended our Career Fair were very impressed by our students and strongly encourage them to apply.
Transcripts are required to verify education and must be uploaded and attached to the online application for consideration.
Click here to apply.
Location: Washington, DC
Company: Eno Center
Date: 2/24/16
Job Description: Thomas J. O'Bryant Fellowship (Deadline 3/11/16)
The Thomas J. O'Bryant Fellowship is designed to provide a professional development opportunity for aspiring transportation specialists. Successful applicants will gain in-depth knowledge of transportation infrastructure and operations as well as an understanding of the U.S. policymaking process through conducting research under the guidance of Eno staff, collaborating with transportation experts on publications, and assisting in the execution of programs conducted by Eno's Center for Transportation Leadership. Specific responsibilities for the O'Bryant fellow include:
- Assisting in the development of Eno reports and papers. Fellows will play an integral part in the research and development of transportation policy research documents, policy recommendations, and events. Projects cover various modes, sectors, and levels of government within transportation.
- Bridging the gap between research and policy. The fellow will participate in Eno's outreach toward the policy community in Washington, DC, through participation in conferences, briefings, and private meetings.
- Gaining in-depth knowledge of U.S. policymaking. The fellow will engage the policymaking community through association with the Board of Directors, Eno education programs, and briefings to policymakers.
Duration of the appointment is 10 weeks (start/end dates to be determined between successful candidate and Eno staff).
Fellowships are awarded to bachelor's degree, master's degree and Ph.D. students working in transportation, engineering, housing, urban planning, or related degrees. Fellows must have developed research skills and a strong writing ability.
Fellows will be paid a stipend of $2,000 per month.
Submit application materials by March 11, 2016. First round interviews will be held in late March.
Send cover letter, resume, and scholarly writing sample (2-3 page selection) to Alisha Robinson email@example.com.
Location: Washington, DC
Company: Eno Center for Transportation Leadership
Date: 2/24/16
Job Description: Internship
The Intern will report to the Director of the Center for Transportation Leadership (CTL) and has primary responsibility for the production of materials for meetings, professional development courses, and policy events. The program coordinator will manage the course application process and student assessments, as well as execute strategies for CTL alumni engagement. Position responsibilities also include: management of on-site course logistics; and providing support services to groups with diverse participants. The successful candidate may also participate in marketing, social media, and development (fundraising) efforts.
The Eno Center will participate in any internship or co-op credit programs requested. The selected Intern will be paid $15 per hour. Interns can be full or part time.
- Produce materials for CTL courses and meetings
- Work with course facilitators on course planning
- Manage pre-course assessment process
- Format and assemble collateral materials
- Fulfill tasks and anticipate needs as the on-site coordinator of Eno policy events
- Event management and support
- Execute CTL alumni strategy and maintain its database
- Manage application process and course materials
- Collect program applications and maintain participant database
- Manage student assessment process and coaching sessions
- General administrative support on Eno projects as needed
To apply email your cover letter (please include preferred hours, start date, and expected degree completion date) and resume to Erin Shumate, Events Manager at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Location: Aspen, CO, (plus other locations)
Company: Design Workshop
Date: 1/7/16 Application Deadline: 3/25/16
2016 Summer Internship Program
Design Workshop, an international landscape architecture, land planning, urban design and strategic services firm, is pleased to announce their 2016 summer internship program for recent graduates as well as students pursuing degrees in landscape architecture, urban design and/or planning.
Assignments during the ten week internship, starting in June 2016, will vary and may include project research, site visits, sketching, computer production, design reviews and assisting on marketing proposals, ensuring interns are exposed to both the creative and business environment.
Design workshop will be hosting a virtual information session for all interested candidates on Wednesday, February 17, 2016 from 7-8pm MST. This presentation will give students an introduction to Design Workshop and give them a snapshot of "a day in the life" of a designer, followed by a question/answer session.
More information about our summer internship program can be found on our website. Design Workshop encourages applicants to apply through our online Employment Application. The application deadline for the 2016 Summer Internship Program is Friday, March 25, 2016. All summer internship finalists will be notified by April 29, 2016.
Location: Watertown, MA
Company: Sasaki
Date: 1/4/16
Submission Deadline: 02/19/2016
Are you an enthusiastic student with big ideas for the built environment? Are you looking for a chance to work with a diverse, interdisciplinary team of designers and tackle some of the world's most interesting design and planning challenges? Apply now for Sasaki's 2016 summer internship program!
The program kicks off with an interdisciplinary design charrette—a unique two-week project that serves as an introduction to the firm and the summer's class of interns. Interns will then work on current Sasaki projects alongside our architects, landscape architects, planners, urban designers, strategists, civil engineers, and graphic designers. Sasaki's interns get hands on experience, develop valuable relationships, and gain a deep understanding of how a leading firm operates and innovates.
An internship with Sasaki offers an invaluable opportunity for professional growth as well as a fun and memorable summer experience. When you work at Sasaki, you sign up to work alongside a diverse group of design professionals who bring their whole selves to work. We are proud of the culture we continuously cultivate here, which supports and celebrates people being people.
Interested? Here is what you need to know:
The program runs 10 weeks, from June 6, 2016 through August 12, 2016.
Submissions must be received by February 19, 2016.
Interviews will take place the week of March 14, 2016.
Notifications will be made by April 4, 2016.
Only complete applications will be reviewed. Candidates must upload: (You can upload up to 5 files throughout the application process and each attachment is limited to 10MB. If your file is too large, please divide it into smaller files and distinctly label.):
-Work Samples
-One page explanation of goals and expectations for the Summer Intern Program
One faculty letter of recommendation must be mailed by February 19, 2016 to:
Sasaki Associates, Inc.
C/O Summer Internship Program
64 Pleasant Street
Watertown, MA 02472
Apply now for Sasaki's paid 2016 summer Internship program!
For more information, please click here.
Location: Arlington, VA
Company: Arlington County Zoning Department
Date: 12/10/15
Job Description: Intern
Arlington County Zoning Department, Office of Community Planning, Housing and Development, is looking for an intern beginning in January 2016. This is an unpaid internship, working 20-30 hours per week. This position is metro accessible.
Job Duties:
- Assist staff with the redistribution of site plan documents, specifically the review and transfer of site plan documents from individual plan reviewer files to central black notebooks.
- Assist staff with the redistribution of site plan documents, specifically the review and transfer of site plan documents from individual plan reviewer files to central black notebooks.
- Assist with the inventory of expired plans, as follows:
- Check for CO's
- Check for scanned plan in On Base System
- Document expired plan and recycle excess plan.
- Assist staff with the inventory of site plan photographic record notebooks to the custody of the Virginia Room curator at the Central Library.
- Assist staff with the inventory of material boards and façade elevations plan, including:
- Catalogue existing material boards and façade elevations
- Photograph material boards
- Dispose of outdated, unwanted material boards
- Work with staff in conducting research and special projects as assigned.
- Assist staff in the preparation of Violation Notice Letters and Notices.
- Conduct basic office functions as needed, such as data entry, file management and customer service.
If interested, send cover letter and resume to David Hunter, Sr, AICP, Deputy Zoning Administrator, firstname.lastname@example.com
Location: Washington, DC
Company: NoMa BID Staff
Date: December 8, 2015
Job Description: Planning & Economic Development Intern, Part Time
The Planning & Economic Development Intern will assist the NoMa BID Staff in planning and research related projects that contribute to the overall appeal, utility, and prosperity of the NoMa neighborhood. The intern will create maps, charts, and other collateral to visually communicate activity, development, and infrastructure in the neighborhood.
The intern will assist with planning and economic development in a variety of tasks, including project research, data collection, and map making. In addition, the intern may support the marketing team in designing materials and supporting NoMa BID events.
NoMa (north of Massachusetts Avenue) is a vibrant, growing neighborhood north of Union Station and the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. In the last seven years, private developers have invested approximately $5 billion in the 35-block area in the NoMa BID boundary, and have plans to develop more than 17 million square feet of office, residential, hotel, and retail space. NoMa is now home to roughly 45,000 daytime workers, with 4.5 million SF leased in the last five years. More than 3,900 apartments have been built recently or are under construction. NoMa has unparalleled transportation options, including two Red Line Metro stops, and the best biking facilities in D.C., with the only East Coast Bikestation, the 8-mile Metropolitan Branch Trail, and access to nine Capital Bikeshare stations. NoMa is the most connected neighborhood in Washington, D.C.
The NoMa Business Improvement District (BID) is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization created by the District of Columbia Council in March 2007 to serve the NoMa area. The NoMa BID is funded by a special assessment collected from property owners in the BID boundaries. The NoMa BID supports the neighborhood through eco- nomic development, transportation and infrastructure coordination, marketing, public relations, beautification, landscaping, daily public space cleaning and oversight, and more. The NoMa BID also organizes more than 50 free award-winning community events each year to connect friends and neighbors. For more information about NoMa, visit www.nomabid.org.
Part-time, 20 hour-a-week commitment between the hours of 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Monday – Friday for the Spring with opportunity for extension.
Working proficiency with Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop. Experience using ArcMap GIS is preferred. Strong Microsoft Excel and writing skills are required. Interns must be a third or fourth year undergraduate or graduate student.
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to NoMa BID Economic Research Associate Ben Rickelman at email@example.com by January 1st, 2016; work samples in PDF format are encouraged but not required. No phone calls, please.
Location: Hyattsville, MD
Company: Hyattsville Community Development Corp
Date: December 8, 2015
Job Description: Part-time, Unpaid Internship
The Hyattsville Community Development Corporation (CDC), a local non-profit community organization serving Hyattsville, the Gateway Arts District, and the Route 1 Corridor, seeks part-time interns for Winter 2016 and Spring 2016. This is an unpaid, part time internship with a flexible work schedule and environment that fosters creativity and independence. Current students can receive class credit.
Interns will work in varying capacities to assist in project development, community outreach, and local arts programming.
Desired qualities include a combination of the following: knowledge of public policy, community development, planning, grant writing, real estate development, or facility with basic web development tools.
Project Management and Planning
- The intern will be introduced to live project management and project planning on an array of current ongoing projects. Project placement will be based on both personal interests as well as the current priorities of the organization.
Program Research and Review
- The intern will perform necessary research for ongoing projects. Research findings and reports will be used to guide project direction.
Communications and Outreach
- The intern will use different communication strategies, including social media and web-based platforms to reach out to the public. - The intern will provide and maintain content for promotional websites under the CDC's guidance. Content may include maps created using GIS software.
Previous interns have tackled zoning and land use, preliminary planning proposals, sector plan feasibility, GIS data, arts festival event planning, public art proposals and small business assistance.
In addition for Spring 2016, we are also seeking bilingual candidates (Spanish/English) to assist in specific assignments related to our growing Spanish-speaking community. Responsibilities include: translating outreach materials, drafting correspondence, communicating with local business owners, on-site implementation during events, and other activities as needed.
The Hyattsville CDC works to foster the arts in public places; promote sustainable economic development; facilitate and engage in revitalization activities.
For more questions, please contact: Justin Fair, Economic Development Coordinator, at (301) 683-8267 or by e-mail at email@example.com.
There are two forms of financial assistance available to URSP students, as listed below.
Graduate teaching or research assistantships
Some of our students serve as teaching assistants (TAs) for our undergraduate courses, while others assistant with a faculty member's research project (RAs). Some of the RA positions are with the National Center for Smart Growth Research and Education. The assistantships are either part time (10 hours per week) or full-time (20 hours per week), in exchange for which the student receives a stipend, tuition remission, and participation in the Maryland State Employees health Insurance Program. A part-time TA or RA receives 5 hours of tuition remission for each semester worked, while a full-time TA or RA receives 10 hours of tuition remission for each semester worked. Both part-time and full TAs and GAs are charged the in-state Maryland tuition rate for any credits above 5 (or 10) that they take in a given semester. We have a limited number of these positions each semester.
For information on URSP GA or TA positions, contact Jim Cohen at firstname.lastname@example.com or (301) 405-6795. Please note that GA positions are available through other University of Maryland departments, programs or offices. Several of our students have received part or full-time GA positions in other campus programs in recent years. Notices and descriptions of these positions are available at https://ejobs.umd.edu under "Graduate Assistants".
Student loans
Information on student loans is available at the Office of Student Financial Aid at http://financialaid.umd.edu/osfa/for_graduate.php. Information on financial aid for international students is available at http://financialaid.umd.edu/osfa/for_international.php.