Job Opening: Transportation Planner for the Capital Region Transportation Council

We are seeking a Transportation Planner to support our planning programs in the areas of transportation and land use, housing, environment, public participation, technical assistance, and other program areas as assigned. The Transportation Planner will be supervised by the Executive Director and the Director of Regional Planning. Ideal candidates have excellent writing and communication skills, are self-starters, are passionate about planning for a multi-modal regional transportation system and are capable of managing multiple tasks concurrently with a minimal amount of supervision.

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Job Opening: Senior Transportation Planner for Capital Region Transportation Council

We are seeking a Senior Transportation Planner responsible for leading our community/transportation planning program, and to support our public engagement, equity, transit and Human Services Transportation planning initiatives. The Senior Transportation Planner will be supervised by the Executive Director. Ideal candidates are excellent communicators and self-starters, passionate about planning for a multi-modal regional transportation system, and capable of managing multiple programs and tasks concurrently with a minimal amount of supervision.

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Job Opportunity: Director of Planning & Community Development Services for Schoharie County

This is a professional position with the responsibility for administering all operations, programs and activities of the Office of Planning and Community Development Services. The work involves considerable public contact with government officials, professional and civic organizations, and others representing areas under study. Incumbent is responsible for budgeting, program development, and grant writing and administration. Supervision is exercised over departmental staff. Does related work as required. View full posting here.

Salary Range: $82,614-$100,996

Those interested in being considered for this position must submit a Schoharie County Employment Application to the Schoharie County Department of Personnel & Civil Service:

284 Main St, PO Box 675, Schoharie, NY 12157,

( e-mail: CivilService@co.schoharie.ny.us ) by the close of business on MAY 14, 2026

Applicants may include a cover letter & résumé; however, a résumé will not be accepted in lieu of an employment application. Employment applications may be obtained in the Schoharie County Personnel Office or online at:

www.schohariecounty-ny.gov.

RFP: Zoning Ordinance (Phase 1) for Town of Cheektowaga

The Town of Cheektowaga managed through its Department of Building and Plumbing, is seeking proposals for professional services that would provide ‘Planning Consultation & Technical Services’ from qualified professional(s) and/or professional firm(s) to prepare a Zoning Ordinance update phased out in two parts.

See the Full RFP Here.

Call for Nominations!

Serving as an elected leader in APA offers a tremendous opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your networks, and work directly to strengthen the impact of the organization. The portal for candidate self-nominations will be open through Friday, May 8 at https://apa.directnominations.net/, and includes all the groups and positions up for election this year. Learn more at https://www.planning.org/elections/

RFP: Smart Growth Comprehensive Plan for Town of Caroga

The Town of Caroga is excited to move forward with its New York State Department of State (NY DOS) Smart Growth Community Planning Grant with the creation of the town’s Smart Growth Comprehensive Plan. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a distinctive Adirondack community with a wide range of environmental assets, an evolving downtown area, and forward-thinking development goals. This will require a planning process grounded in robust community engagement and anchored in Smart Growth principles. The planning process will guide targeted reinvestments and policy improvements to make Caroga a great destination and a place to live.

Deadline for submittal is May 13, 2026, at 2:00 pm. For questions, please email ComprehensivePlan@Caroga.Town.

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RFP: Town of Greig Zoning Law Update

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL RFP No. 26-01 Town of Greig Zoning Law Update

The Town of Greig is soliciting proposals from qualified Consultants to prepare a comprehensive update to the Town’s Zoning Law. This project is funded through the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Adirondack Park Community Smart Growth Grant Program. The DEC contract period with the Town is anticipated to run from April 1, 2026 through March 31, 2029; however, the Town anticipates completing the project within 12 to 18 months of contract execution. In 2024, the Town was awarded funding through this program to develop its first Comprehensive Plan, which is anticipated to be adopted in April 2026. The Zoning Law Update will be guided by and implement the goals, policies, and recommendations of the Comprehensive Plan. Updates to zoning administration, including application materials and Planning Board Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), will also be included to support effective and consistent implementation. The Town invites qualified Consultants with demonstrated experience in zoning and land use regulation to submit proposals for this project. A Zoning Advisory Committee will be established prior to contract award and will serve as a steering committee throughout the planning process.

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RDF: Accessory Dwelling Unit for the City of Ithaca

The City of Ithaca, NY is requesting proposals from qualified professionals for the development of a City-owned pre-approved Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) design. This effort represents an important next step in implementing the City’s recently adopted ADU legislation. The purpose of this initiative is to reduce barriers to small-scale housing development by providing residents with access to a high quality, code compliant ADU plan that has undergone advanced review. By streamlining the design and permitting process, the program is expected to reduce project timelines, lower design costs, and encourage broader utilization of ADUs citywide. 

Through this RFP, the City will select a qualified design professional or team to develop one or more prototype ADU designs, including a “City of Ithaca Public ADU Design” that will be made available to residents at no cost. These designs will be reviewed for compliance with zoning, building code, and site plan requirements prior to being made available for use.

This initiative is supported by City capital funding as well as grant funding from Tompkins County and is part of the City’s broader efforts to address housing availability, affordability, and access. Please read the full RFP for more information on the scope of work and submittal requirements on the City's Website.