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Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a creative, enthusiastic, and detail-oriented Planner/Zoning Specialist to join our Planning Discipline in the Rochester, NY office.
Read MoreBuffalo Place is the not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the economic health and quality of life in the Downtown Buffalo business improvement district. We strive to manage public and private sector resources to create the best possible environment in which to live, work and play.
Read MoreCome join our team! The Capitol Region Council of Governments (CRCOG) is seeking a dynamic, collaborative, and experienced professional to become our newest Senior or Principal Housing Planner in our Regional Planning & Development department.
Read MoreThis interdisciplinary position involves performing a variety of technical duties related to the management and administration of environmental programs. The incumbent is responsible for researching data; interpreting environmental regulations; reviewing environmental reports; implementing a variety of planning and environmental programs; assisting with community outreach; and preparing summaries and reports as they may apply to land use, brownfields, and environmental management. Direct supervision is received from a department superior. The incumbent is permitted leeway for the exercise of independent judgment in carrying out the work in accordance with established rules, policies, procedures, and regulations.
Read MoreThe position of Director of Planning and Zoning is responsible for the operation and direction of a Planning and Zoning Office in the City of Glens Falls, including overseeing office staff and the preparation of plans and reports on a local municipal level.
Read MoreThe Fulton County Department of Planning is seeking to hire another Planner for our growing department. In addition to the benefits typical of government employees in New York State, this position offers flextime due to occasional evening meetings. Additionally, from July 1 to Labor Day, the county operates on summer hours, working 6 hours and being paid for 7. At this time, the position is open only to NYS residents in Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Montgomery, and Saratoga Counties, and there is no remote or hybrid options at this time. This position is required to be in the office five (5) days a week.
Berkshire Regional Planning Commission is seeking a highly qualified professional as its fourth Executive Director in nearly 60 years. This role provides organizational leadership, advances BRPC’s mission, and represents the agency as a trusted, unbiased regional resource.
Read MoreAdams, Massachusetts is seeking an experienced and energetic professional who will lead an aggressive and visionary Community Development Department that works to enhance the quality of life for residents while stimulating business development.
Read MoreThe Orange County, New York, Department of Planning is seeking to fill one of two Deputy Commissioner positions. The new Deputy will either handle oversight of the Transportation and Transit Units or the Land Use and Environmental Units. Applicants for either position should have supervisory experience including budgeting and fiscal management as well as human resource management. Work is performed under the supervision of the Commissioner of Planning/MPO Director with latitude allowed for the exercise of independent judgment in carrying out planning activities. Supervision is exercised over subordinate professional, technical and clerical personnel. Related work is performed as required.
Read MoreManage Community Development and Housing. Evaluates and plans human service delivery programs, including preparation of operating budgets and financing plans; Evaluates and anticipates the operational impact of new and proposed state and federal legislation; Evaluates the impact of proposed policy and procedural changes upon existing programs, activities, and service delivery; Analyzes impact of legislative, policy, procedural, and funding changes on existing or proposed programs; Ensure Human Service agencies' compliance with HUD regulations regarding eligible activities and eligible expenses.
Read MoreMJ Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Land Surveying, P.C. is seeking a dynamic and motivated Planner to join our Planning Group in Fishkill, NY. This position offers an exciting opportunity for professional growth within MJ’s planning team, with a focus on municipal planning.
Read MoreDISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is an administrative position Involving responsibility for planning, organizing, and directing the work of the City of Niagara Falls planning division. The incumbent will be required to lead and participate in the formulation, periodic analysis, and revision of a comprehensive planning program. The work is performed under the general direction of a higher level administrator with considerable leeway allowed for the use of independent judgement in carrying out the details of the work. Supervision is exercised over the subordinate staff in the planning division.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
Typical work activities for incumbents in this title include those listed below in addition to those typical work activities performed by lower level titles in the series. They are indicative of the level and types of activities performed by incumbents in this title. It is not meant to be all inclusive and does not preclude a supervisor from assigning activities not listed which could reasonably be expected to be performed by an employee in this title.
Directs detailed field and office studies of existing and potential land use, population characteristics, transportation, housing, open spacing and zoning;
Establishes policies and guidelines used in analyzing municipal socioeconomic conditions and needs;
Leads and participates in the preparation of reports geared to planning needs and problems;
Supervises the maintenance and revision of the data base including census data, planning studies, maps and other publications related to planning;
Supervises subordinates in technical planning studies and research;
Supervises the administration of the planning division;
Interprets Federal, State and/or County regulations regarding planning and development;
Determines geographic project areas;
Confers with and advises officials, the public and various agencies on planning needs and problems;
Acts as liaison to the Planning Board, Zoning Board and other legislative bodies;
Attends meetings with other agencies in a technical, advisory or public relations capacity and answers public inquiries.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Thorough knowledge of the general principles, purposes and techniques in the field of municipal planning; ability to visualize and carry out ideas relating to planning; ability to organize, analyze and interpret planning data; ability to analyze planning projects on the basis of physical feasibility, economic soundness and community needs; ability to organize, direct and coordinate the work of others; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; ability to get along well with others; Initiative; resourcefulness; good judgement; courtesy; tact; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A) Master's degree in community or regional planning and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in community or regional planning, one (1) year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity;
OR
B) Bachelor's degree in planning, architecture, civil engineering, public admin
istration, or related field and four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in community or regional planning, one (1) year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity;
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Possession of a valid New York State Driver's License at the time of appointment and for the duration of employment.
TITLE: Director of Planning
DEPARTMENT/DIVISION: Planning
NUMBER OF VACANCIES One (1) Permanent
SALARY: $88,434
**Must be a resident of Niagara Falls, NY within 6 months of appointment**
LaBella Associates’ Planning Group seeks a Senior Planner to join our White Plains office. Our planning team partners closely with municipalities across New York State to provide planning and zoning support that strengthens communities and drives sustainable growth. We specialize in community and neighborhood planning, zoning and land use regulations, redevelopment strategies, active transportation, sustainability and resilience planning, grant services, and robust community engagement.
Read MoreDynamic local development corporation seeks experienced, versatile, results-driven economic development professional to pilot the organization’s multi-pronged initiatives to foster economic and community progress in Columbia County NY.
The successful candidate will manage a staff of eight, administer a $1.3 million budget, implement a strategic plan and organizational policies, oversee a $3.5 million small business loan portfolio, leverage economic development funding, maintain relationships with community stakeholders, act as the agency’s spokesperson, and serve as a first point of contact for businesses desiring to grow in Columbia County.
Read MoreThe Rockland County Department of Planning is seeking an candidate to work in their fast- paced GIS (Geographic Information System) division. The work is specialized, diverse and can be complex in nature requiring responsibility for coordinating a comprehensive GIS program. General supervision is received from the Director, or a higher-level administrator. Supervision may be exercised over technical employees. Does related work as required.
Read MoreThe Rockland County Department of Planning is seeking a candidate to work in their fast- paced GIS (Geographic Information System) division. The work is specialized, diverse and can be complex in nature. The work differs from that of a GIS Technician I in the degree of independent responsibility and complexity of assignments. The work is performed under the general supervision of a higher-level GIS administrator and work guidance (e.g., lead work) may be provided to others. Does related work as required.
Read MoreThe City of Concord is seeking a seasoned, collaborative, forward thinking, community service oriented professional to fill the position of City Planner in the Community Development Department Planning Division.
Read MoreOrange County, New York, Department of Planning is accepting applications for the position of Principal Planner. This position is currently in the NYS HELPS program and is not subject to Civil Service Examination. This supervisory position is responsible for specialized professional and technical work related to municipal, community, county, and regional transportation planning, especially as it relates to the federally mandated allocation of federal transportation and capital funds under the auspices of the Orange County Transportation Council, which is the Metropolitan Planning Organization for Orange County (MPO).
Read MoreJefferson County Planning is seeking a qualified professional to serve as Community Development Coordinator. This position is directly responsible for assisting Jefferson County's local communities by providing the expertise needed to develop and update their comprehensive land use plans, zoning ordinances, subdivision laws, and other municipal studies. Work is performed under general supervision of a Senior Planner, and the Deputy Director of Planning, with leeway allowed for exercise of independent judgment in carrying out details of the work. Supervision may be exercised over the work of Assistant Planners.
Read MoreJefferson County seeks an experienced planning professional to serve as Deputy Director of County Planning. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive support to the Director, manage advanced planning projects, and assist in developing departmental policies. Key responsibilities include supervising all professional, technical, and support staff and assuming the duties and authority of the Director in their absence. This position reports to the Director of County Planning and requires the ability to work with a high degree of independent judgment.
Read MoreThe New York Upstate APA's mission is to serve and support the professional, student, and citizen planning community in New York State and to improve the quality of life through the use of planning. APA members seek to implement good planning in their communities and impart the benefits of planning.
