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  • Program Manager, Climate Initiatives:
    Mon, 18 Mar 2024 19:12:07 +0000
    Program Manager, Climate Initiatives ryan@jobelephant.com Mon, 03/18/2024 - 12:12

    Program Manager, Climate Initiatives (71101)

    Location: Brooklyn, NY

    Description:

    Pratt Center for Community Development is hiring for a full-time program manager to lead the day-to-day implementation of EnergyFit, a home repair and equitable decarbonization demonstration project. Pratt Center partners with local affordable housing organizations and contractors to recruit, support and work with lower-income homeowners in Central Brooklyn & Eastern Brooklyn on reducing their climate impact and creating healthy housing. As a demonstration project, EnergyFit is modeling solutions for increasing the uptake of clean energy projects in NYC's 1-4 family building stock. The project is providing direct service to homeowners and their tenants while also collecting data to assess best practices and pricing to use in advocating for a more just energy transition. The EnergyFit project is being deployed at a critical moment in the clean energy transition, and Pratt Center is committed to fight for equitable access to clean energy for all New Yorkers, particularly communities of color who have experienced decades of disinvestment and gentrification pressures in their communities.

    The Program Manager's role is to coordinate all areas of project implementation and ensure that our partners are supported programmatically and administratively. Daily activities can include reviewing cost proposals and determining project measures based on available budget, managing invoicing for payments to all sub-contractors, collaborating on program design decisions using in-the-field evidence, ensuring all operating procedures are effective and agreed upon by the team, and/or coordinating the multiple streams of funding to ensure that all funder requirements are met.

    The Program Manager must not only be able to run the day-to-day operations of EnergyFit, but also must be able to assess project impacts and develop recommended practices that can be replicated beyond the EnergyFit demonstration. Through ongoing program analysis, the Program Manager will work with the Director of Climate Initiatives to identify connections between project outcomes and policy recommendations.

    EnergyFit Affordable Small Homes builds off of Pratt Center's previous work including Retrofit Standardization and EnergyFit NYC, and grows out of the many years of learnings from our work with community-based partners across New York City on Green Jobs/Green New York and Retrofit Bed Stuy/NYC Block by Block.

    Responsibilities

    • Lead day-to-day activities related to program implementation of the demonstration project, including:
    • Maintain organization of multiple client's project data such as project estimates, scopes of work, invoices, utility data and more
    • Management of CRM software for tracking program data and outreach activities
    • Troubleshoot implementation challenges that arise and create operating procedures and policies to address issues
    • Track all project deliverables, expenditures and timelines
    • Update and streamline internal administrative processes as needed
    • Meet weekly with each partner organization and lead weekly team meeting
    • Lead the EnergyFit team in creating solutions to challenges that limit the effectiveness of the program
    • Perform data analysis and report on program findings
    • Report to Director of Climate Initiatives

    Qualifications:

    Education:

    • Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field.

    Experience

    • 5-7 years of experience managing program implementation related to housing, climate action, energy policy, or public services. Other fields may be considered if the applicant’s program management experience is strong.
    • Demonstrated experience managing complex projects and effectively balancing competing demands.
    • Experience working with community-based organizations and/or contractors.
    • Resident of or experience working in communities where the program is implemented (East New York, Brownsville, Bedford Stuyvesant, Canarsie, Crown Heights, or Cypress Hills, Brooklyn is a plus.

    Knowledge and Skills:

    • Able to coordinate multiple team stakeholders and work alongside them to come up with solutions in real time to program issues.
    • Demonstrated knowledge in data management.
    • Extremely organized, able to self-manage and turn around work in a timely manner and also work collaboratively in a team setting.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
    • Demonstrated commitment to racial and environmental justice.
    • Candidates must have demonstrated experience in sustainability, energy efficiency, affordable housing, environmental justice, urban planning and/or climate action.
    • BPI certification is a plus.

    Salary Range and Benefits

    Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. The salary range for this position is $68,000 to $78,000. The position will be based in New York City and is hybrid in office and remote. Currently Pratt Center staff are onsite 2 days/wk, and remote 3 days/wk but that is subject to change.

    Generous Benefits:

    • 403B Retirement Program
    • Supplemental Retirement Account
    • Tuition Benefits for Employees and Dependents
    • Tuition Exchange Program
    • Summer hours
    • Flexible Spending Accounts - commuter, medical, dependent care
    • Child care Benefit
    • Basic life and AD&D insurance provided by Pratt
    • Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Coverage
    • Paid time off - vacation days, sick leave, and major holidays off
    • Additional Perks - free entry to select museums and cultural institutions, free use of campus recreation facilities

    About Pratt Institute:

    Pratt Institute provides the creative leaders of tomorrow the professional knowledge and experience to make a better world. A world-class and internationally ranked college with programs in art, design, architecture, liberal arts and sciences, and information studies, Pratt offers nearly 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

    The Institute’s impact expands beyond its 25-acre residential campus in Brooklyn to cutting-edge facilities throughout the borough, a landmark building and public gallery in Manhattan, as well as an extension campus, Pratt Munson College of Art and Design in Utica, New York. On Governors Island, Pratt is a core partner on the Stony Brook University team selected to develop the New York Climate Exchange, a research and educational hub poised to establish New York City as the global leader for the most pressing issue of our time: climate change. Another extension of Pratt’s campus is the Research Yard, a 20,000-square-foot facility that brings together the research activities of Pratt Institute under one roof in the Brooklyn Navy Yard (BNY).

    About Pratt Center For Community Development:

    Founded in 1963, Pratt Center for Community Development is a non-profit organization that is housed within Pratt Institute. Pratt Center brings research, policy, planning and community engagement expertise to community organizations that are working on the frontlines to make New York City strong, equitable and sustainable. In recent years, Pratt Center has collaborated with long-term community partners on efforts to strengthen tenant rights, facilitate community-led planning across the city, launch a climate justice program to retrofit homes for low-income people in Brooklyn and expand the Made in NYC initiative, which supports local makers and small manufacturers. Pratt Center is part of a robust research and strategic partnerships unit in academic affairs reporting to the Provost, with offices in the Research Yard.

    Application Instructions:

    To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5106687

    Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

    We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pratt Institute recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

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    Organization
    Pratt Institute
    Location

    Brooklyn, NY
    United States

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    1710773568
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  • Permit Center Supervisor:
    Fri, 15 Mar 2024 23:24:22 +0000
    Permit Center Supervisor meganmairs Fri, 03/15/2024 - 16:24

    The City of Vancouver is currently recruiting for a Permit Center Supervisor. The Permit Center Supervisor plans, organizes, supervises, coordinates and participates in the work of the team assigned to assist customers with successfully interfacing with the City’s planning, building, development, and permit processes including: intake of permit applications, addressing customer questions and needs, review of such applications for completeness, routing of permit applications and plans to assigned reviewers, collection of fees and issuance of refunds, and issuance of permits, approvals and information in response to requests. Researches, analyzes, and implements methods and procedures to improve process efficiencies within the department. Directly supervises the Permit Specialists and Engineering Technicians. Manages the team to assure efficient permit functions and superior customer service. The position also provides technical expertise in building and/or zoning code administration or development review processes. The Permit Center Supervisor receives general direction from the Division Manager or higher level department personnel and exercises direct supervision over technical and support personnel.

    To see a full job description and to apply online Careers (myworkdayjobs.com)

     

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    Organization
    City of Vancouver
    Location

    Vancouver, WA
    United States

    Pay Scale
    7,228.00 - 9,780.00/month
    Experience Level
    Mid-Level
    megan.mairs@cityofvancouver.us
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    published
    Paid Time
    1710542178
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  • Associate Planner-Current Plans Division:
    Fri, 15 Mar 2024 23:24:12 +0000
    Associate Planner-Current Plans Division bethompson@wic… Fri, 03/15/2024 - 16:24

    If you are a planning professional looking for an opportunity to grow, The Wichita-Sedgwick County Metropolitan Area Planning Department has an exciting opportunity for you. We are pleased to announce an opening for an Associate Planner-Current Plans Division. We are looking to create an innovative and dynamic team of hardworking, committed individuals with a passion for carrying out community goals.

     This position will be substantially focused on subdivision activities and applications. Under general supervision, the candidate will perform professional work and be responsible for working with City staff, community partners, consultants/developers and other stakeholders regarding City plans, zoning matters and development requirements. In this role, a successful candidate will assist/process a variety of current planning cases; including but not limited to: subdivision plats, lot splits, vacations, administrative adjustments, conditional uses, and zoning change requests. The amount of current plans case assignments could vary significantly, depending on the volume of applications and staffing levels. 

     The Metropolitan Area Planning Department (MAPD) is a consolidated City-County Department, providing professional planning services to both local governments. The Department has an annual budget of approximately $2 million; 18 positions; and four divisions. Applicants are encouraged to review the department webpage at www.wichita.gov/planning for more information about the department and projects.

     The Greater Wichita region is a fantastic community. With an aviation heritage spanning more than 100 years, it is a community built on entrepreneurship and innovation. The Wichita region offers an amazing quality of life with a low-cost of living. The region boasts wonderful parks, more than 100 miles of bikeways, multiple museums, fabulous dining opportunities, hundreds of annual events, and more. Check out www.choosewichita.com for more information.

    Examples of Work Performed

    • Accepts applications for plats, lot splits, and other subdivision related cases. 
    • Conducts research and prepares technical reports relating to plats, lot splits, dedications, land use, economics, demographics, natural resource, urban design, and other planning fields.
    • Prepares and presents written, oral, and visual reports including recommendations to City Council, Planning Commission, interest groups, and citizens regarding planning projects.
    • Prepares staff reports on full range of planning issues following accepted practices and procedures, applying judgment and interpretation of subtle aspects of the regulations.
    • Assists in developing public land use policy.
    • Assists in maintaining and updating the City's comprehensive plan and implementing ordinances in accordance with adopted policies and state land use law.
    • Reviews development applications for conformance with principles of good planning, compatibility with adjacent developments and for compliance with land use regulations.
    • Interprets, analyzes and applies the  Wichita-Sedgwick County Unified Zoning Code and Subdivision Regulations. Coordinates information with other department/divisions and agencies as required for project management.
    • Staffs the in-take desk a couple times per week and provides customer service by researching and answering general planning, zoning, and development questions from citizens and other interested parties. 
    • Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

    Requirements of Work

    Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications

    Knowledge of:
    Principles, practices and methodologies of current and long-range planning and state land use laws; Techniques of planning research and municipal and regional procedures involved in urban planning, including understanding of the physical, social and economic concepts underlying planning work;

    • Customer service principles;
    • Research methods;
    • Modern office principles and practices;
    • City geography; and maps, land use data and other technical material associated with planning

    Skill in:

    • Interpreting and applying codes, regulations and laws;
    • Providing good customer service;
    • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, other agencies and the public;
    • Communicating clearly, both orally and in writing;
    • Analyzing issues and preparing recommendations based on findings;
    • Preparing professional correspondence and reports;
    • Preparing and maintaining reports and records with accuracy;
    • Prioritizing, managing and completing multiple project tasks;
    • Ability to comprehend and apply concepts to solve problems;
    • Ability to exercise sound, independent judgment
    • Conducting research; and using a computer and related software applications

    Required Experience and Training

    • A bachelor's degree and one year of planning experience required. A bachelors in planning and two years of experience or masters degree in planning is preferred.
    • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.
    • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship. 

    Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a criminal record check. 

    Option
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    Organization
    Wichita-Sedgwick County Metropolitan Area Planning Department
    Location

    Wichita, KS
    United States

    Pay Scale
    $47,174.00 - $83,879.00 Annually
    AICP Certification
    Preferred
    Experience Level
    Entry Level
    Publish Option
    published
    Paid Time
    1710537983
    This position is remote/work from home
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  • Senior Planner- Advanced Plans:
    Fri, 15 Mar 2024 23:23:22 +0000
    Senior Planner- Advanced Plans bethompson@wic… Fri, 03/15/2024 - 16:23

    The City of Wichita is now seeking a Senior Planner-Advanced Plans to join its team and help develop and implement plans that improve the quality of life for all citizens in our community. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and research skills, creative problem-solving abilities, and be passionate about making Wichita a better place to live, work, and play.
     
    The Senior Planner is responsible for working closely with residents, community groups and businesses to design, implement and review civic plans for the area. This includes hosting forums and events to gain input from citizens, developing surveys, researching, and reporting outcomes and managing an annual work plan. The Senior Planner will also develop strategies and policy initiatives, track progress and provide presentations in varying public forums.
     
    Ideal candidates must possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills and be able to think creatively to carry out the vision of their community. Previous experience in a leadership role within an urban planning department, as well as a professional degree in relevant fields such as city planning, public administration, or policy, are required.

    Examples of Work Performed

    • Manages planning processes – including the preparation of neighborhood, area, and corridor plans. 
    • Meets with and advises applicants, architects, developers, builders, attorneys, contractors, engineers, and the general public regarding City and County planning and development policies and standards. 
    • Manages and provides analysis of zoning, CUP, PUD, vacation, annexation, or platting cases. 
    • Provides public presentations in a variety of settings.
    • Prepares planning research analysis, and staff reports for a variety of audiences – including advisory boards, elected officials, staff, and members of the public. 
    • Reviews development proposals and applications for compliance with appropriate regulations and policies; negotiates solutions that balance the community’s values and private property owner concerns. 
    • Prepares land use control regulations, often based on previous examples. 
    • Coordinates professional and technical personnel in the gathering of information, data analysis, plans preparation, and resulting policy recommendations. 
    • Assists citizens with questions and issues regarding processes and programs.
    • Meets with neighborhood, community, and development groups as part of the planning process.
    • Uses GIS software to look up information, assist stakeholders, create maps, and analyze data. 
    • Ability to use and learn proprietary software programs to complete projects.
    • Facilitates the implementation of comprehensive plan elements into specific initiatives/projects for public or private action.
    • Develops grant applications. 
    • Monitors, administers, and evaluates third party contracts.
    • Draft RFQ’s and FRP’s when warranted.
    • Participate on local and/or regional boards, representing the Planning Department as needed.
    • Writes legal notices, creates property owner notification letters, prepares agendas, and writes minutes for various meetings. 
    • Completion of work assignments may require the operation of a vehicle. 
    • The examples of work performed are not intended to be all-inclusive. 
    • The City of Wichita reserves the right to assign additional duties as needed.

    Requirements of Work

    • Considerable knowledge of current land use trends and of landmark court cases on planning issues. 
    • Considerable knowledge of research methods and sources of information relating to metropolitan growth and development. 
    • Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of metropolitan planning. 
    • Knowledge of municipal government administration. 
    • Knowledge of computer keyboards and ability to access, interpret, and record information through use of a video display terminal and electronic keyboard. 
    • Ability to effectively plan, organize, and supervise the work of others. 
    • Ability to lean and reach as needed to read and interpret plans and specifications from a print that may be as large as 36 by 48 inches with information printed as small as twenty characters per inch. 
    • Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other Departments, representatives of outside agencies, City/County officials, and the public. 
    • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in oral and written forms. 
    • Ability to collect site photos, conduct site visits, and hold site meetings on a regular basis. 
    • Must be able to transport files and materials. 
    • May require ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas driver's license. 
    • An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

    Required Experience and Training

    • A bachelor's degree and at least two years of planning experience is required. A bachelor's degree in Planning and one year of experience or masters degree is preferred. 
    • A Master's degree in planning and at least 5 years of planning experience is preferred.
    • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.  

    Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a criminal record check.

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    Organization
    Wichita-Sedgwick County Metropolitan Area Planning Department
    Location

    Wichita, KS
    United States

    Pay Scale
    $56,841.00 - $101,063.00 Annually
    AICP Certification
    Preferred
    Experience Level
    Entry Level
    Publish Option
    published
    Paid Time
    1710537556
    This position is remote/work from home
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  • City Planner:
    Fri, 15 Mar 2024 23:23:09 +0000
    City Planner kfkelley@hotmail.com Fri, 03/15/2024 - 16:23

    The City of Rochester is seeking engaging and enthusiastic candidates to be part of a dynamic team that works on a wide variety of projects and plans.  Working within the Office of City Planning, stewards of the award-winning Rochester 2034 Comprehensive Plan, this position will be responsible for providing support to project managers and the Manager of City Planning for citywide and neighborhood planning projects, including coordination with other City departments and community stakeholders. A portion of this City Planner position will have a particular focus on supporting our public art programs and other arts and culture initiatives. Intermediate to advanced Geographic Information Systems (GIS) skills are strongly preferred. See the full job ad for more specifics on qualifications. Candidates must submit their application through the City of Rochester's job portal AND should send a cover letter and resume to Kevin Kelley, Manager of City Planning. kevin.kelley@cityofrochester.gov Application deadline is April 19th. 

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    Organization
    City of Rochester
    Location

    Rochester, NY
    United States

    Pay Scale
    $56,499 - $75,007
    AICP Certification
    Not required
    Experience Level
    Entry Level
    kevin.kelley@cityofrochester.gov
    Publish Option
    published
    Paid Time
    1710537105
    This position is remote/work from home
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Job Resources and Links

http://www.planetizen.com/jobs
What I have found to be one of the best job boards out there that is specific to urban design/planning.

http://www.planning.org/jobs/search/
American Planning Association website: Only planning jobs but you must create an account to view all of the jobs.

http://www.acsp.org/job_bank/faculty_positions
Entirely faculty positions for postsecondary education in planning.

http://planningjobs.berkeley.edu/view/all/
Job board with a lot of planning and development jobs in California

http://www.geographyjobs.com/Urban_Planning_Jobs.html
Geography jobs filtered to just show urban design – I think it does better than the other websites like Monster and Simplyhired, but doesn’t have as many postings.

http://www.urbanplannerjobs.com
One of the most extensive job boards exclusive for planning.

http://histpres.com/tag/urban-planning
Urban planning jobs that have a focus on historical preservation. I find this to be a good website for job searching if you are a young professional or looking for an entry level position.

http://www.urs-jobs.com/key/entry-level-urban-design-jobs.html
Many jobs in the construction and engineering fields and some in planning as well.

http://www.cyburbia.org/buzz/planning_jobs
A pretty good search engine that takes from other jobs boards and makes a list specializing in planning jobs.

http://www.ilapa.org/jobpost.html
Illinois Chapter of the American Planning Association job board.

http://jobs.planningresource.co.uk/
A great list of Planning jobs only in the United Kingdom

http://www.jobisjob.com/urban+design/jobs
Job board that is filtered to show just urban design jobs. Has some good posts but you have to siphon through some unrelated posts as well.

http://www.simplyhired.com/a/jobs/list/q-urban+designer
Job board that is filtered to show just urban design jobs. Has some good posts but you have to siphon through some unrelated posts as well.

http://www.indeed.com/q-Urban-Designer-jobs.html
Job board that is filtered to show just urban design jobs. Has some good posts but you have to siphon through some unrelated posts as well.

http://www.cnu.org/resources/jobs-rfps
Congress for New Urbanism job board – good for people looking for urban design jobs or jobs where environmental design is important.

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