APA NYU Annual Conference: Call for Session Submissions!
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The 2026 APA Upstate NY Chapter Conference is now open for session submissions!
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Send your job openings, news, RFPs and updates to kate@nyupstateplanning.org, along with your logo for promotion.
Best format would be a link to the job post/RFP on your website. Thank you!
RFP: Housing Market Study for Cayuga County
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Cayuga County is requesting proposals from a qualified professional consultant to conduct a comprehensive collection and analysis of market data and conditions to develop a new Cayuga County Housing Market Study.
Read MoreCall for Applications: Krasner Scholarship!
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APA NYU is proud to announce The Michael Krasner Memorial Scholarship is now accepting applicants for the 2026 award cycle! View the Application.
Read MoreJob 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.
Job Opportunity: Executive Director for Greater Buffalo-Niagara Regional Transportation Council
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The Greater Buffalo-Niagara Regional Transportation Council (GBNRTC) is seeking a visionary Executive Director to lead regional transportation planning efforts.
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/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.
Job Opportunity: Deputy Commissioner of Planning for Orange County
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Resumes are being accepted for the position of Deputy Commissioner of Planning. This is professional and administrative work at a supervisory level involving responsibility for assisting the Commissioner in planning, organizing and directing the activities of the Planning Department. The work involves considerable contact with state and federal agency staff, public officials, consulting professionals, civic organizations and others relative to developing and administering a county planning program. The Deputy position will focus on land use and environmental matters or transportation and transit along with the supervision of units and consultants involving the same. Does related work as required.
Read MoreJob Opportunity: Part-Time Planning & Zoning Coordinator for City of Glens Falls
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The City of Glens Falls is seeking a part-time Planning and Zoning Coordinator to work with the Director of Planning and Zoning in the City’s first-ever Planning Department. This position will serve at the front lines of community development—working directly with residents, applicants, and professionals on project intake and review, while acting as a liaison to the City’s Planning and Zoning Boards. In this role, you’ll help ensure that the City’s new Comprehensive Plan is not just a document on a shelf, but a living guide—shaping growth, informing decisions, and helping Glens Falls evolve in a way that reflects and benefits the community it serves.
Read MoreRFP: 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.
Job Openings: Environmental Manager and Student Intern at DASNY
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DASNY (Dormitory Authority of the State of New York) is New York State's facilities finance and construction authority. DASNY provides financing and construction services to public and private colleges and universities, not-for-profit healthcare facilities and other institutions which serve the public good. The Office of Environmental Affairs is responsible for DASNY's compliance with the State Environmental Quality Review Act and State Historic Preservation Act for all bond financings, construction projects, and grant projects.
Read MoreRDF: 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.
Job Opportunity:
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The Columbia Economic Development Corp. has resumed its search for an experienced, versatile, results-driven professional to pilot our multi-pronged initiatives in Columbia County NY.
The successful candidate will manage a staff of seven, administer a $1.3 million budget, implement a strategic plan, oversee a $3.5 million 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 MoreJob Opportunity: Local Government Specialist 2, NYS Department of State
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The Local Government Specialist 2 (LGS 2) duties in the Division of Local Government will include but not be limited to the following: Local Government Training Program; Technical Assistance; Publications/Presentations; Intra and Inter-Agency Cooperation; and Grant Review and Administration.
Read MoreJob Opportunity: Clean Energy Coordinator for The Genesee/Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council
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The Genesee/Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council (G/FLRPC) is seeking applicants for a full-time Clean Energy Communities Coordinator. The successful applicant will carry out tasks related to the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority’s (NYSERDA) Clean Energy Communities Program for the nine-county Genesee-Finger Lakes Region.
Read MoreJob Opportunity: Senior Planner for CDTA (Capital Region)
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CDTA is looking for a creative and technical Senior Planner to shape the future of our transit infrastructure. In this role, you will lead the design and planning of major capital projects, including mid-sized infrastructure, Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), and mobility hubs, while contributing to other critical Planning Department initiatives. You will work at the intersection of urban design, engineering, and operations to create safe, accessible, and efficient transit environments. If you are passionate about urban planning and sustainable transportation, we want you on our team.
Read MoreJob Opportunity: Director of Planning for City of Niagara Falls
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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.
Read MoreJob Opportunity: Principal Planner for Lake Champlain - Lake George Regional Planning Board
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Are you a strategic thinker who loves turning complex challenges into real-world results? Do you thrive leading high-impact projects that shape communities for generations? If so, we’re looking for our next Principal Planner.
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The Cayuga County Department of Planning and Economic Development is excited to post an opportunity to join an excellent planning team with an immediate opening for a Senior GIS Analyst. We are a multi-disciplined, progressive Planning & Economic Development Office with a staff of five, including a Director, three professional planners, as well as a Senior GIS Analyst position, committed to assisting the 23 Towns and 9 Villages within the County, improving the quality of life in our communities and protecting our natural resources.