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Are you passionate about Central New York? Are you an industry leader who has experience solving community and economic development issues in Central New York? Do you have insights and ideas to share on planning and land use topics that affect how and where we live, work, and play? We invite you to submit your proposal to present at the Onondaga County Planning Federation Planning Symposium.
Read MorePartnership and collaboration are what make associations prosper! The Board of Directors are often the bridge to creating meaningful partnerships. Nina Peek, our Member at Large, serves as the liaison between APA NY Upstate Chapter and the New York Planning Federation. This month, we're spotlighting her!
Read MoreThe New York Department of State, Division of Local Government Services, is recruiting for a Local Government Specialist 2 for the Local Government Training Program.
Ideal candidates will have an education and professional background in urban and regional planning.
Read MoreCC Environment & Planning is seeking an experienced, creative, and independent Senior Planner to lead our growing practice in municipal planning, land use, and climate resilience across New York State.
Read MoreThe Office of Campus Planning seeks a Senior Architectural Planner to lead strategic campus planning and space management initiatives aligned with the Universityโs long-term goals. Reporting to the Campus Planning Manager, this role will focus on shaping the physical campus environment to support the institutionโs academic, research, and community missions. This individual will play a key role in aligning budget and capital facilities planning with the Universityโs strategic priorities.
Read MoreAPA NYU relies on volunteers like our dedicated board of directors to advance the associationโs goals. Leading that charge of dedicated volunteers is our Chapter president who sets broad policy for the association and governs its affairs. Nowโs our time to give a shout-out to Sean Maguire, APA NYU Chapter President, Sean M. Maguire, AICP CEcD
Read MoreThe deadline to submit award nominations for the 2025 Awards Program has been extended to Friday June 27. There is still time to nominate!
Read MoreThis survey is part of ongoing research regarding the experiences of sitting Commissioners and Board Members for United States cities.
Read MoreThe person selected for this position will work with a senior Local Government Specialist (LGS) and the Program Manager to help administer NYS's federally funded regional development programs the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) and Northern Border Regional Commission (NBRC) programs.
Read MoreThe Program Manager โ Transportation Improvement Program is primarily responsible for overseeing the development and on-going management of the regional Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for the Genesee Transportation Council (GTC).
Read MoreThe Placemaking Programs Manager plays a key role in the successful execution of placemaking initiatives and is housed within the organizationโs Economic Development team, although works across the organization with multiple departments.
Read MoreIthaca-Tompkins County Transportation Council Seeks Transportation Planning Director
The Ithaca-Tompkins County Transportation Council (ITCTC), located in Ithaca, NY, is recruiting to fill the position of Transportation Planning Director to lead planning for community transportation programs and manage the Countyโs Metropolitan Planning Organization. The Transportation Planning Director will provide expert guidance, leadership and support to the ITCTC and wider community in methods to address transportation-related priorities, including highways, bridges and multimodal options, and in implementing, evaluating, and improving initiatives supporting those priorities.
Starting salary is $105,061, rising to $110,594 after 9 months.
Apply by June 15, 2025
Please include a cover letter and resume with application for employment. Please see complete job posting and requirements at https://www.tompkinscountyny.gov/All-Departments/Human-Resources/Employment-Opportunities
The City of Rome is seeking proposals from qualified consulting firms to provide services to develop a redevelopment feasibility analysis for an existing vacant parcel located within the Downtown Rome Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA). The intent of the project is to assess and evaluate redevelopment options for the parcel that leverage existing community economic momentum and which align with the spirit and intent of the site options within the BOA. The project will also include a developer RFP attraction strategy and proposal.
Are you passionate about reducing waste and building a more sustainable future? ReUse Systems Inc., a mission-driven nonprofit, is launching a community-centered reuse center, and we're looking for a Project Coordinator to lead the charge!
Read MoreThe Town of Berkshire has been awarded an Appalachian Regional Commission READY Local Government grant to develop a master plan for George Smith Park. Therefore, the Town of Berkshire is seeking proposals from experienced firms to conduct an overall assessment of George Smith Park and produce a Master Plan that will be a comprehensive guide for development of the park.
Read MoreThe Rockland County Department of Planning is seeking a candidate to perform technical-professional work responsible for coordinating and managing a Sustainability program. The position will be responsible for developing and administering sustainability initiatives, policies, and programs and tracking and managing statewide certification programs. The work is performed under the general supervision of a Principal Planner and/or higher-level administrator and supervision is provided to others involved with sustainability activities. Does related work as required.
Read MoreThe Town of Halfmoon, NY is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Planner/Stormwater Management Technician in the Townโs Department of Building, Planning and Development.
Read MoreParks & Trails New York (PTNY), a statewide nonprofit advocacy organization, invites proposals from qualified firms, nonprofit organizations and institutions of higher learning to develop and conduct a comprehensive economic impact study of the Empire State Trail (EST).
Read MoreAPA NYU has 5 sections within the Chapter, based on geographical location. One of the benefits of joining APA NYU is access to the activities and programs coordinated by the Chapterโs various sections! This month weโre featuring the Section Director for Western New York โ Kim Amplement!
Read MoreIncumbent in this class has the responsibility to review private development projects for impacts to County roads, drainage systems, county owned property, farms in the county agricultural district, munici-pal boundaries, state roads, state owned property and facilities, state or county parks, and other impacts as listed under NY State General Municipal Law (GML) 239-L. The projects are sent to the Albany County Planning Board (ACPB) by all local municipalities in the County pursuant to requirements under NYS GML 239-m and n. Incumbent performs duties under the supervision of the Director and Deputy Director. Does related work as required.
The 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.
Chapter President-Elect Sarah Gatti and others have been elected to lead the APA New York Upstate Chapter in 2027-2028 in the recent consolidated election with the American Planning Association. New officers start the new term on January 1, 2027 for two years. The full election results are available here.