Tompkins County Seeks Housing and Community Development Planner (deadline 3/24/24)

The Department of Planning and Sustainability is recruiting to hire a Housing and Community Development Planner to work directly with developers, municipal officials, and other community organizations to implement the County’s Housing Strategy to create safe, affordable and desirable housing in Tompkins County. It is an exciting time for affordable housing development, with the local Community Housing Development Fund that the Department administers seeing record levels of contributions as well as requests to support affordable housing development. This position will be filled at either the Housing and Community Development Planner I (entry-level) or Housing and Community Development Planner II (mid-level) depending on experience and qualifications. Telework and flexible work options may be available.

Apply by March 24, 2024

Tompkins County offers a suite of generous benefits.  Please see complete job posting/requirements at https://www.tompkinscivilservice.org/civilservice/vacancies

Here is the flyer with more info.

Schenectady County Metroplex Development Authority is hiring for a Project Assistant. Schenectady County Metroplex Development Authority (Metroplex) was established in 1998 as a public benefit corporation to oversee a comprehensive, coordinated program of economic development in Schenectady County, New York, with special emphasis on downtown Schenectady. Metroplex has leveraged local dedicated sales tax receipts to create over $1.2 billion of long-term economic revitalization activity including new jobs, improved infrastructure, better quality-of-life services and attractions within the County. Metroplex oversees two industrial development agencies, a land bank, and a capital resource corporation as a unified economic development agency. Metroplex also owns and operates the downtown Schenectady parking system. 

About the Role: Metroplex is looking for an entry-level problem solver. The motivated team player should be interested in growing in the field of economic development, public policy, and urban planning. The individual will collaborate with the Metroplex team to administer economic development activities including project planning and development, construction and contract oversight, compliance with local, and state regulations, and grant administration. The role will also provide administrative and operations support to the Executive Director and senior staff, including general office duties and management of the organization’s parking infrastructure and property.

For full details and to apply, click here.

The town of Erwin is hiring for a Director of Planning and Economic Development. We invite passionate and qualified candidates to apply for the role of Director of Planning and Economic Development in the vibrant Town of Erwin, NY. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of our community through strategic planning and economic initiatives, working in a concert with a new Town Manager. Join us in this dynamic and rewarding position where your expertise will contribute to the growth and prosperity of our town. We look forward to discovering the potential and enthusiasm you can bring to our team!

For full details and to apply, click here.

CTRC is seeking a full-time Communications and Marketing Coordinator to lead the organization’s efforts to build excitement and momentum about the Buffalo Central Terminal as a lasting cultural and economic hub for the community. The Coordinator will play a key role in building an enduring identity - strengthening Buffalo Central Terminal’s brand presence by combining the power of stories with strategies to inspire connection and action to support our visibility, engagement, and fundraising goals. The Coordinator will design and implement strategies across digital and traditional platforms to promote the Buffalo Central Terminal including the reuse and revitalization, events and programming, historic context, and fundraising efforts.

For full posting and to apply, click here.

Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority is hiring for a Transportation Planner. This is a fast paced position for a transportation planner looking to have a positive impact on regional public transportation through the development of exciting projects, including the region’s first Bus Rapid Transit line, as well as a wide range of long and short term transit planning activities. The employee must have knowledge of urban transit planning principles and computer software (word processing, spreadsheet, database, geographic information systems, and presentation software). The employee works with considerable independence and must be proactive and highly organized to effectively perform multiple tasks of a complex nature.  The employee meets with community groups, public officials, and members of the public as a representative of NFTA-Metro on issues related to surface transportation and assigned projects.

For full details and to apply, click here.

Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority is hiring for a Senior Transportation Planner. This is a fast-paced, high level professional position overseeing and conducting a wide range of long and short-term transit planning activities. An employee in this class organizes, directs, plans and coordinates projects and employees involved in providing planning activities. Work is intended to be focused on the development of the Bailey Avenue Bus Rapid Transit project, with a focus on community engagement. Work is performed with considerable independence under the general supervision of the Manager and work is reviewed through observation of results obtained, conferences and periodic reports or evaluations.

For full posting and to apply, click here.

About Chemung County

Chemung County is a dynamic urban and rural community committed to maintaining a high quality of life for its residents. The Planning Department plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of our county through thoughtful planning, community engagement, and sustainable development practices. We are seeking an Associate Planner who is passionate about urban planning and community development to join our dedicated team.

Job Title: Associate Planner 1

Location: Elmira, NY, 14902

Department: Planning Department

Position Type: Full-Time – 35 hours/week

Salary: Starting at $55,700, increases to $57,850 after 1 year

Union: CSEA

Job Description

The Associate Planner will be an integral member of the Planning Department, providing support in the development and implementation of land use policies, comprehensive plans, and development projects. This position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of planning initiatives, including planning board administration, environmental planning, and community engagement processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and amendment of the comprehensive plan, zoning ordinances, and other planning documents.

• Review development proposals, site plans, and subdivision applications 

• Conduct research and analysis on planning-related topics, including land use, housing, transportation, environmental impact, and demographic trends.

• Engage with the community through public meetings, workshops, and hearings to gather input on planning initiatives.

• Coordinate with other departments, governmental agencies, and stakeholders on planning projects and issues.

• Prepare and present reports to planning boards, and other groups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, environmental science geography, public administration, or a related field.

• 1-3 years of experience in urban or regional planning, preferred.

• Knowledge of planning principles and practices, zoning laws, and comprehensive planning.

• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with the public and other stakeholders.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

• AICP certification is a plus, but willing to support candidate and pay for certification after hire.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Retirement plan through NY State

• Paid vacation, sick leave, personal leave, and holidays.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and portfolio (if applicable) highlighting relevant experience and projects to the Commissioner of Planning by email at kmeindl@chemungcountyny.gov.

Chemung County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

The NYS Department of Transportation is hiring a Transportation Analyst in their Planning Department. Please see here for complete listing, details and how to apply.

Planner / Senior Planner

Clifton Park, NY

MJ is seeking an energetic, highly motivated professional senior planner to join the community planning group in our Clifton Park, NY office.  MJ is a multi-year Best Places to Work awardee (Albany Business Review) and Top Workplaces (Albany Times Union).

POSITION SUMMARY: 

MJ is actively seeking a planner to join our team to assist with current and exciting future projects. This job offering provides an exciting opportunity for the ideal candidate to grow and advance in MJ’s planning group. We are seeking a motivated candidate with a strong interest in urban and regional planning that is well organized, resourceful, and creative.

This full-time position will be responsible for leading projects focused on land use, downtown revitalization, environmental planning, complete streets, waterfront revitalization, resiliency, comprehensive planning, brownfield redevelopment, open space planning, zoning, grant writing and municipal planning support. Creative community engagement is at the heart of our planning processes. MJ planners work closely with other disciplines within the company such as transportation, GIS, site/civil engineering, landscape architecture, and water/wastewater engineering to prepare consensus-driven, reality-based plans that are implementable.

Visit our website for more information:  https://www.mjteam.com/mjteam/careers

JOB OPENING: ENTRY-LEVEL/MID-LEVEL PLANNER

The  Town  of  New  Scotland  is  seeking  applications  from  qualified  individuals  to  provide planning and zoningservices. Duties will be to assist the Planning, Zoning and Town boards with zoning, planning  and  project  review.  May include  grant  writing and possibly economic development. Part-time  and  full-time  employee  status  is  under  consideration. For full details and to apply, click here.

We are seeking a full-time professional with a background in Urban and Regional Planning to join our team. The ideal candidate for this position should possess experience in managing an array of planning projects.  The applicant should demonstrate experience with project implementation, public participation techniques, research, and writing for municipal customers. The candidate must be capable of taking independent responsibility for coordinating projects and completing complex tasks. The position may also include other community development work, such as program implementation, grant writing, and grant management. The candidate should be able to lead a project team and work in a supporting role to other team members.

Please see full details here.

Municipal Consulting and Grant Writing is hiring for a Grant Writer. The grant writer will work collaboratively with the grant writing team to identify and research funding opportunities for municipal clients. These opportunities include foundation, local, state, and federal funding sources.  The grant writer will be tasked with researching, evaluating, and communicating grant and funding opportunities to the team and municipal client. The ideal candidate will have exceptional written communication and storytelling skill with the ability to translate programmatic data and results into a compelling narrative and will be responsible for information gathering, data collection, and organizing supporting documentation to support grant application submissions per application requirements. The grant writer should also have exemplary interpersonal skills and be able to manage both relationships and expectations with a wide range of individuals, groups, agencies, stakeholders, and departments.

For full details and to apply, click here.

Monroe County Department of Planning and Development is now hiring for a Senior Planner position.

JOB SUMMARY: This is a professional senior-level supervisory position involving responsibility for program development and planning, assigning, supervising, reviewing, coordinating and undertaking a variety of complex assignments. Work is performed under general supervision of a higher-level employee with wide latitude allowed to exercise independence in performing the work. Supervision is exercised over Planners, Planning Technicians, and/or clerical employees. Does related work as required.

For more details and to apply, click here.

The Senior Planner oversees capital planning and design projects. Their primary role is to influence the infrastructure of the Capital Region’s transportation network to support transit operations and encourage its use. The Senior Planner will work closely with other external planners, engineers, and architects, and with peers within CDTA.

For full job description and to apply, click here.

Urban Planner/Project Manager 

Scenic Hudson seeks an Urban Planner/Project Manager is a key member of the small and nimble River Cities team at Scenic Hudson that identifies and tackles urban greening and environmental justice challenges in the Mid-Hudson cities of Kingston, Newburgh and Poughkeepsie. The role requires an innovative and thoughtful approach to community-based planning and project management that contributes to climate resilience for the most vulnerable residents of these small cities. The Urban Planner/Project Manager will: manage complex projects that center equitable access to nature in cities; cultivate working relationships with residents, community leaders, and government officials to advance community-led planning efforts; conduct site analyses, draft concept plans, and develop implementation strategies for green infrastructure projects; engage community members through creative methods that center community ownership of projects and advance environmental justice; analyze data and policy as they relate to equitable access to open space, climate resilience, and conservation of urban ecosystems. This position works collaboratively with the Program Director and Senior Project Manager. See full job and apply here.

Position Title: Urban Planner/Project Manager

Reporting To: Director of River Cities Program

Our Mission: To sustain and enhance the Hudson Valley’s inspirational beauty and health for generations to come.

Mission of Position:

The Urban Planner/Project Manager is a key member of a small and nimble team at

Scenic Hudson that identifies and tackles urban greening and environmental justice

challenges in the Mid-Hudson cities of Kingston, Newburgh and Poughkeepsie. The role

requires an innovative and thoughtful approach to community-based planning and project management that contributes to climate resilience for the most vulnerable residents of these small cities. The Urban Planner/Project Manager will: manage complex projects that center equitable access to nature in cities; cultivate working relationships with residents, community leaders, and government officials to advance community-led planning efforts; conduct site analyses, draft concept plans, and develop implementation strategies for green infrastructure projects; engage community members through creative methods that center community ownership of projects and advance environmental justice; analyze data and policy as they relate to equitable access to open space, climate resilience, and conservation of urban ecosystems. This position works collaboratively with the Program Director and Senior Project Manager.

About Scenic Hudson’s River Cities Program:

Scenic Hudson’s River Cities Program focuses on improving equitable access to nature and creating systems of climate-resilient green infrastructure in the Mid-Hudson cities of Poughkeepsie, Newburgh, and Kingston through meaningful community engagement and multi-stakeholder collaboration. We believe that cities should reflect the voices and visions of all their residents while supporting the living natural heritage of the Hudson River Estuary. We focus on key natural assets that provide opportunities for linking neighborhoods, empowering and educating young people, and improving biodiversity and climate resilience in urban ecosystems. We value equity, representation, and justice as critical aspects of our collaborative conservation work. Our practice is rooted in the co-creation of vibrant public spaces that support social and ecological well-being. For full details and to apply, click here.

Lewis County currently has an opening for a Community Development Program Specialist. This position exists in the Planning and Community Development Department and involves a diverse range of functions to improve the overall mobility for the general public through coordinated transportation and planning efforts.  The primary functions of this position include, but are not limited to, researching, and identifying coordinated transportation expansion and funding opportunities, grant writing, administration of local, state and federal grants for the County’s Public Transportation Program, and other duties as required by the Department.  Work is performed under general supervision of the Director of Planning and Community Development with leeway allowed for exercise of independent judgement in carrying out details of the work.  This position does related work as required.

For full posting and to apply, please click here.

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 nine, including a Director, two support staff and five professional planners 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. 

The open Senior GIS Analyst position is a unique position within the department focused on providing GIS services within the department for land use, community and economic development projects, and GIS services to partner departments and agencies. Although GIS services cover a broad range of planning applications, there is also an opportunity to apply GIS-based modeling and analysis to ongoing environmental and resource protection planning initiatives. 

The Planning Department’s broad scope of work provides room for career growth in municipal and land use planning, environmental resource protection planning, and community and economic development. The Senior GIS Analyst will have an opportunity to work with staff and partners implementing the recently adopted EPA Nine-Element Plan for the Owasco Lake Watershed, to provide GIS support for town and village comprehensive plans, zoning ordinances and open space plans, contribute mapping and analysis services in support of recreation and farmland protection plans and economic development activities. AICP-certified planners are encouraged to apply. 

The department provides an open and collaborative work environment with a flexible hybrid remote-work policy in place. This is an excellent opportunity to join a team of committed professionals engaged in a broad range of County-wide planning, environmental resource protection and economic development activities. 

For full details and to apply, click here.

The Chemung County Planning Department is hiring a Grants Manager to work on finding and securing funding for exciting and impactful projects. Chemung County is situated in the Southern Finger Lakes region and has a mix of urban and rural character. The Chemung County Planning Department is based in the City of Elmira and leads sustainability and climate resilience efforts as well as transportation planning and economic development. The position involves identifying potential State and Federal grant funding programs, writing and preparing grant applications, as well as administering and monitoring grant awards for compliance. The Grants Manager will create written progress reports and track payments and expenses related to grants. This is a high-level professional position that involves both working independently (when researching and crafting a compelling application) as well as collaboratively (when working with others to align with community needs). 

The ideal candidate will be well-organized and have good writing and analytical skills. A background in planning, community development, or grant writing is preferred, but willing to work with a motivated individual who has complementary skills. Experience working with non-profits or local government may count towards meeting qualifications. Salary range is $60,000 to $70,000 depending on experience and qualifications. The County offers a competitive benefits package including tuition reimbursement, medical/dental/vision insurance, enrollment in New York State retirement system, and paid time off.

To apply or inquire for more information, please contact Kevin Meindl at kmeindl@chemungcountyny.gov   

More information may also be found here.