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The Transportation Planner 1 is GBNRTC’s entry level planner position. TP1s support GBNRTCs work by applying their existing skills and learning new skills through formal and informal training opportunities. Typical types of work include GIS mapping, data collection/analysis, regional traffic modeling, researching and writing reports, developing visuals that communicate data effectively and participating in public outreach opportunities.
Transportation Planner 2 is a multidisciplinary planner position that support GBNRTC’s work with GIS mapping, data collection/analysis, regional traffic modeling, researching and writing reports, developing visuals that communicate data effectively and participating in public outreach activities.
Southern Tier Central Regional Planning and Development Board (STC) is growing! We are seeking a Senior Planner to work on a wide variety of planning-related projects involving both teamwork and individual effort. This position will lead a team of planners, helping to set work priorities and provide guidance to junior-level staff. Further, this position will work on our water-related funding, working with counties and municipalities to maintain healthy watersheds and educate and assist in flood mitigation efforts. This is a unique job opportunity to work at a Regional Planning Board and provide technical assistance and training to governments and organizations within a three-county region. The full-time position is a civil service position, with a civil service exam to be given at a later date.
Learn more here: Job Posting - Senior Planner (2025)
Early Bird Registration for the 2025 Annual Conference is now open!
The conference begins the morning of Wednesday October 8 and runs through noon on Friday, October 10 in Rochester. We can’t wait to see you there!
Pricing is in effect until August 29th.
The City of Cleveland Heights seeks a qualified consultant or consultant team to produce a data-driven Housing Needs Assessment for the City of Cleveland Heights that includes community engagement.
Read MoreThe Seneca Nation Community Planning and Development Department (CPDD) invites qualified individuals and firms to submit proposals to be considered for inclusion in a Contract Grant Writer Pool.
Read MoreThe Village of Kenmore is soliciting the services of a planning consultant (Consultant) to update the Village of Kenmore Comprehensive Plan.
Read MoreChemung County is seeking an Associate Planner!
Learn more about the position here: https://chemungcountyny.gov/DocumentCenter/View/17829/Associate-Planner-1-?bidId=
The Capital District Regional Planning Commission (CDRPC) is hiring a full-time Environmental Planner to join a collaborative, mission-driven team focused on strengthening communities, protecting natural resources, and advancing sustainable development across the Capital Region
Read MoreAre 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 University’s long-term goals. Reporting to the Campus Planning Manager, this role will focus on shaping the physical campus environment to support the institution’s academic, research, and community missions. This individual will play a key role in aligning budget and capital facilities planning with the University’s strategic priorities.
Read MoreAPA NYU relies on volunteers like our dedicated board of directors to advance the association’s goals. Leading that charge of dedicated volunteers is our Chapter president who sets broad policy for the association and governs its affairs. Now’s 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 – 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 organization’s Economic Development team, although works across the organization with multiple departments.
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.
The City of Ithaca, NY is requesting proposals from qualified firms to conduct a comprehensive update of its zoning code. With a grant from the New York State Department of State’s Smart Growth Communities program, the City of Ithaca is rewriting its zoning code to better align with the City’s comprehensive plan and smart growth principles with regulations tailored to the unique characteristics of Ithaca.