Job Opportunity: Mid-Level Planner for Wendel

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We are seeking a full-time Mid-Level Planner to join our winning team in our Buffalo, Williamsville or Rochester, NY offices. As a Mid-Level Planner, you will lead and help manage projects within the municipal/land use/renewable energy planning team, perform independent project assignments, attend meetings (daytime and evening), develop various local and regional planning documents, comprehensive plans, local waterfront revitalization programs (LWRPs) and a variety of other planning assignments. Other work may include providing professional planning support to client communities and municipal boards on diverse land use and zoning matters. Planners are expected to be able to organize and lead meetings with advisory boards, committees, community stakeholders, and elected officials. The Mid-Level Planner may supervise the Planning Intern, Junior Planner (Planner I) or Associate Planner (Planner II), depending on the structure of the Planning Team.

Mid-Level Planner | Wendel

Job Opportunity: Community Development Director for the City of Oswego

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There is a vacancy for the position of Community Development Director in the Economic Development Department. All interested and qualified employees please fill out a City of Oswego Employment Application. Duties: The Community Development Director’s function is to formulate and/or execute programs that further the development of the City of Oswego. This is an administrative position involving responsibility for the submission of applications for federal and state development grants and for the management of funding received from said grants. The position involves coordination with appropriate governmental officials and private developers to foster development programs. Conducts public hearings and other meetings with private citizens and civic organizations to explain projects and elicit public opinion. Prepares progress and financial reports as required by state and federal agencies and the Common Council. The work is performed under the general supervision of the Mayor/Common Council with latitude allowed for the exercise of independent judgment in carrying out assigned duties. Supervision is exercised by technical and clerical staff.

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Job Opening: Transportation Planner for the Capital Region Transportation Council

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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

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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

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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.

Call for Nominations!

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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

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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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Job Opportunity: Deputy Commissioner of Planning for Orange County

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Job Opportunity: Deputy Commissioner of Planning for Orange County

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.

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