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The core responsibility of a Local Government Specialist 1 in the Department of State’s Division of Local Government is to function as a direct resource for local government officials, though training and technical assistance in land use planning and regulation, local government finance and administration processes, and community development planning and implementation.
Erie County is hiring a Watershed Coordinator to work on the development of a Nine-Element Watershed Management Plan, coordinate the Lake Erie Watershed Protection Alliance (LEWPA) and Erie County Water Quality Committee (ECWQC), and work with related programs.
LaBella is currently hiring a part-time Transportation Planner/Intern in our Multi-Moda Planning and Design group to support numerous complete streets, active transportation, and public transit projects. The preferred individual will have strong written, verbal and graphic communication skills. Working knowledge of GIS and data analysis techniques are required. The ability to work independently and collaboratively and an understanding of public engagement process are also essential.
Corning’s Gaffer District, Inc is seeking a dynamic, visionary, and results-driven Executive Director to lead our efforts in enhancing the economic vitality, sustainability, and growth of the district. This is a unique opportunity to be part of an organization committed to fostering a thriving, vibrant, and business and community friendly environment in downtown Corning.
The Town of Clay, New York (est. pop. 60,000) is a bustling high growth community located in Onondaga County, the core of the Syracuse Metropolitan Statistical Area. Clay is the most populous suburb of Syracuse and the largest town in the county and is home to a diverse economy spanning small family- owned businesses, national retail chains, and a wide range of service-sector and manufacturing operations. Businesses looking to establish or expand in Clay benefit from a pro-business environment supported by a skilled and educated workforce, strategic commercial and industrial zoning, modern infrastructure, and a strong consumer base.
The Executive Director leads the Central New York Land Trust’s land conservation efforts, guides stewardship, oversees internal staff, manages finances, nurtures key fundraising relationships, and works in partnership with an active and dedicated Board of Directors to responsibly guide the success of the organization.
The Grant Manager will work collaboratively with the grant writing team to identify and research funding opportunities for municipal clients, including foundation, local, state, and federal grants. This role requires strong research, evaluation, and communication skills to effectively assess and relay funding opportunities. The Grant Manager will oversee the entire grant lifecycle, from opportunity identification to post-award management, ensuring compliance with funder requirements.
This position performs a range of intermediate professional duties relating to City planning, zoning, urban design, economic and community development and for assisting in the preparation of City planning policy documents, land use plans, regulations and reports. This position requires considerable communication with public officials, civic organizations, lawyers, architects, engineers, land surveyors, developers, contractors and the public. General supervision is provided by the Administrator of the office of Planning and Economic Development. Supervision may be exercised over the work of lower level staff and seasonal employees or interns. This incumbent does related work as required.
This is an entry professional position involving responsibility for exercising independent judgment in the direct undertaking of professional planning work and related research. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Director of Planning and Development and requires independent responsibility and a high level of professional performance in planning, assigning, reviewing, coordinating, facilitating, and undertaking a variety of complex planning tasks.
NEIWPCC is seeking two full-time Environmental Analysts to collaborate with municipal stakeholders and community leaders to develop and implement plans to protect drinking water sources throughout the Western Region of New York state.
The Planning Team Lead is a critical role that oversees the regulatory and compliance activities for Continuum of Care Boards and Membership and consults on Systems-related work. This role is vital in meeting the requirements set forth by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) outlined in the prepared Scopes of Work signed with affiliated Continuums of Care (CoC), and leads discussions to facilitate successful outcomes. The activities of the Planning Team Lead fall within these main categories:
The County of Chautauqua Industrial Development Agency (CCIDA), on behalf of its component organization, the Chautauqua Region Economic Development Corporation (CREDC), is seeking a full-time Program Manager.
How to Apply:
Applications are due by 3 PM on March 14, 2025. Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to Donald McCord, Chairman of STW via email as a PDF packet at dmccord@westfieldny.com Please include "Executive Director Application" in the subject line of your email.
We reserve the right to reopen the application process if a suitable candidate is not selected or accepts the offer of employment presented.
The Southern Tier West Regional Planning and Economic Development Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
The Cayuga County Department of Planning and Economic Development is excited to post an opportunity to join an excellent planning team with an anticipated opening for a Planner. We are a multi-disciplined, progressive Planning & Economic Development Office with a staff of eight, including professional planners, a GIS Analyst and a Director committed to providing assistance to the 23 Towns and 9 Villages within the County, improving the quality of life in our communities and protecting our natural resources.
The UCTC has one opening but is flexible about offering a position in transportation planning to a qualified candidate who is either a recent graduate or a veteran of the field with a strong focus on data and technology applications in transportation planning.
This is technical work involving the responsibility for assisting the Conservation District Manager in the planning and administration of an Agricultural and Farmland Protection Plan within the County.
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.
In preparation for the next Chapter Newsletter, we are looking for newsletter submissions
The CNY RPDB is seeking to hire a Community Campaign Manager to lead an education and outreach effort across the CNY region with the goal of increasing adoption of clean energy technologies including community solar subscriptions, small-scale solar electricity systems in CNY, heat pumps, energy efficiency upgrades, and other opportunities in partnership with the EnergySmart CNY team.