Job Opening: Intern for the Orange County Planning Department

The Orange County Planning Department is now accepting applications for the position of Intern. The work involves responsibility for providing research assistance and staff support on special projects to the Planning Department in Orange County Government. Topics addressed by the Planning Department include land use, transportation, mass transit, natural resources, and agriculture. Intern positions provide an on-the-job training situation through exposure to many facets of County Government while at the same time contributing to the upgrading of on-going County programs, technical projects and formulation and testing of new programs and services. Work is carried out in accordance with established policies and procedures and involves the study of problems, gathering relevant information and developing and preparing reports with findings and recommendations designed to assist management in the decision-making process. The work is performed under the general supervision of the department head. Does related work as required. Further information about the Planning Department is available on our website:

https://www.orangecountygov.com/253/Planning

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

(A) Completion of 12 college credits; OR

(B) Training and/or work experience appropriate to the responsibilities of the particular department assignment as determined by the Department Head.

*Candidates pursuing a degree in ARCGIS, Architecture, Geography, Engineering or Planning are preferred.

*Note: Your degree or credits must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If your degree or credits were awarded by an educational institution outside the United States and its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of acceptable companies who provide this service can be found on the Internet at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm. You must pay the required evaluation fee.

SALARY: $19.3747 per hour (for 8 weeks)

SEND APPLICATION BY MAY 03, 2024,

TO: Orange County Planning Department

124 Main Street

Goshen, NY 10924

Phone: (845) 615-3840/ Fax: (845) 291-2533

ATTN: Ellen Russell

or

EMAIL: erussell@orangecountygov.com

Employment applications can be downloaded from Orange County’s website. Please visit www.orangecountygov.com and follow the link to the Department of Human Resources page.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer-

www.orangecountygov.com

Date of Issue: 4/17/2024

Position #’s 019059 and 019570Completion of 12 college credits; OR

Job Opening: Project Manager for Re-Connect Rochester

Reconnect Rochester is seeking a full-time Project Manager to join a dynamic and growing staff team that works tirelessly to improve mobility in Monroe County. This position is an exciting opportunity for a candidate to use developed skills to implement complex projects making a powerful impact and difference in our community. The Project Manager’s primary role is to facilitate the tangible programs and projects that will advance Reconnect Rochester’s mission. Working collaboratively with internal and external partners, they will work to implement ongoing programs as well as one-time projects. Job responsibilities include developing project plans and budgets, communication and relationship management with community partners, implementing event logistics and details, managing volunteers, handling promotion and outreach, and facilitating work group meetings. The current core programs for which this staff member would provide project management include the Complete Streets Makeover program, a new Downtown Curb Extension Mural project, and our Transit Ambassadors outreach initiative. Examples of one-time projects include working with our filmmaker to produce original short films about local mobility, and curating a gallery exhibit about our region’s rich transportation history.

A full job description will be provided to applicants during the interview process.

This position will require someone who:

● Possesses education, transferable skills, and 5+ years of related experience in a combination of the following areas: Project management, community organizing/outreach, event management, volunteer management, marketing & communications

● Is self-directed, able to manage a healthy workload, and drive implementation of multi-faceted projects and initiatives

● Has proven ability to build authentic working relationships and engage people at the grassroots level

● Has strong written, verbal/relational and IT skills

● Is organized, resourceful, self-motivated and flexible

● Works well in a team environment and with diverse groups of people

● Is able to work periodic weekend and evening hours

● Has a personal interest and passion for helping our community become more

multi-modal!

Hours, benefits & compensation:

● Full-time, 40 hours per week position, with 36 hour summer work week (Wed or Fri afternoons off every week from Memorial Day to Labor Day)

● Pay range of $23.00 - $26.00 per hour commensurate with education, skills and experience

● Benefits include: Health plan option with employer contribution, voluntary dental plan option, voluntary 403b plan offering, paid holidays, generous paid time off, workers’ compensation, Social Security, unemployment and disability insurance

● Professional development opportunities, conferences and training

● Flexible work options including work schedule/hours and partial remote schedule, as well as summer work week flexibility

● Collaborative and inclusive work environment fostering growth and work-life balance

● Meaningful work that contributes to positive social change!

To apply: Email cover letter and resume by May 15, 2024 to Mary Staropoli at mary@ReconnectRochester.org.

Commitment to Inclusion:

Studies have shown that women, trans folx, non-binary folx, people of color, and disabled people may be less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every qualification in a job posting. At Reconnect Rochester, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization and strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every qualification. Reach out if you require special assistance or accommodation to apply.

Job Opening: Policy & Advocacy Coordinator for Re-Connect Rochester

Reconnect Rochester is seeking a full-time Policy & Advocacy Coordinator to join a

dynamic and growing staff team that works tirelessly to improve mobility in our

community. This position is an exciting opportunity to learn and grow in the field of

transportation and urban planning!

The Policy & Advocacy Coordinator’s role is to help advance policy and advocacy action

that will support Reconnect Rochester’s mission. Under the direction of the Director of

Policy & Advocacy, they will work to educate our community leaders and boldly

advocate for a transportation system that provides mobility options and resource

access for everyone. Job responsibilities center around tracking legislative policy,

managing data and internal tracking systems, maintaining mapping and other online

resources, and working collaboratively to coordinate Reconnect Rochester’s growing

advocacy activities and community mobilization efforts.

A full job description will be provided to applicants during the interview process.

This position will require someone who:

● Possesses a combination of education, skills, related experience, or desire to

learn, in the following areas: Transportation planning & policy, urban planning &

design, public policy, street design engineering, advocacy management,

community organizing & mobilization, research & analysis, report writing,

legislative advocacy

● Is detailed oriented, organized, and able to keep accurate records

● Has strong IT and technical abilities, with mapping and/or GIS application skills

as a bonus

● Works well in a team environment and with diverse groups of people

● Is able to work periodic weekend and evening hours

● Has a personal interest and passion for helping our community become more

multi-modal!

Hours, benefits & compensation:

● Full-time, 40 hours per week position, with 36 hour summer work week (Wed or

Fri afternoons off every week from Memorial Day to Labor Day)

● Pay range of $17.00 - $19.00 per hour commensurate with education, skills and

experience

● Benefits include: Health plan option with employer contribution, voluntary dental

plan option, voluntary 403b plan offering, paid holidays, generous paid time off,

workers’ compensation, Social Security, unemployment and disability insurance

● Professional development opportunities, conferences and training

● Flexible work options including work schedule/hours and partial remote

schedule, as well as summer work week flexibility

● Collaborative and inclusive work environment fostering growth and work-life

balance

● Meaningful work that contributes to positive social change!

To apply: Email cover letter and resume by May 15, 2024 to Cody Donahue at cody@ReconnectRochester.org.

Commitment to Inclusion:

Studies have shown that women, trans folx, non-binary folx, people of color, and disabled people may be less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every qualification in a job posting. At Reconnect Rochester, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization and strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every qualification. Reach out if you require special assistance or accommodation to apply.

Job Opening: Director of Regional Planning for The Capital Region Transportation Council MPO

Job Opening: Director of Regional Planning

Location: Albany, NY

Position: Full-time (Onsite)

Salary: $93,530 - $103,000

Benefits: Paid Time Off; Vacation, Personal, and Sick Leave; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, New York State and Local Retirement System

Application Deadline: May 17, 2024

Description

The Capital Region Transportation Council (Transportation Council) is the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Capital Region based in Albany, New York. The Transportation Council works with State, regional, and local government partners to plan for and implement a safe, resilient, and modern transportation system. We are seeking a Director of Regional Planning responsible for assisting the Executive Director with supervising senior and junior staff, serving as a lead Task Manager for regional land use and transportation planning programs, and preparing and implementing the Transportation Council’s Metropolitan Transportation Plan. The Director or Regional Planning will be supervised by the Executive Director and is expected to lead the regional planning team toward its successful and timely completion of multiple programs and work tasks concurrently. Ideal candidates are excellent communicators, self-starters, motivators, and leaders.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in transportation planning, urban and regional planning, civil engineering, geography, environmental studies, public administration, or in a closely related degree field with ten (10) years of experience in transportation planning and program management; OR

• Bachelor’s degree in transportation planning, urban and regional planning, civil engineering, environmental studies, public administration, or in a closely related degree field with twelve (12) years of experience in transportation planning or program management; OR

• An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined above.

• AICP preferred, but not required.

Relevant Skills

• Strong experience in land use and transportation planning, program, or project management.

• Strong experience with consultant management and project scope of work development.

• Strong understanding of sustainable transportation principles and best practices.

• Strong technical, written and presentation skills. A writing sample is required.

• Strong organizational skills.

•Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with local governments, regionalagencies, and state agencies.

•Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 and experience with Adobe Creative Suite products.

•Proficiency in the use of GIS, graphic design software or other analytic tools.

Responsibilities

•Participating on the Transportation Council’s management team with the Executive Director.

•Supervising a team of planners, including managing workloads, to ensure transportation planningactivities are being progressed in a timely manner.

•Tracking and analyzing regional planning issues including current state and national research.

•Leading the development of major Transportation Council products.

•Preparing and reviewing planning documents including text, tables, and graphs.

•Reviewing the work of others in the preparation of reports and planning projects to assureadherence to Transportation Council requirements and best practices.

•Facilitating coordination between municipalities, regional agencies, and state agencies onplanning issues and activities.

•Providing technical information and planning assistance to member municipalities regarding landuse and transportation planning.

•Representing the Transportation Council at public meetings, project meetings, and other events.

•Managing consultant led planning activities including developing Requests for Proposals,reviewing consultant proposals, and reviewing consultant developed products.

•Planning, designing and executing transportation planning programs in the TransportationCouncil’s work plan.

•Leading advisory committee and/or task force meetings and developing meeting agendas.

•Supporting Transportation Council public involvement activities.

The Transportation Council is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws. Send cover letter, resume, and writing sample by May 17, 2024, to: Sandra Misiewicz, AICP Executive Director Capital Regional Transportation Council 1 Park Place, Suite 101, Albany, New York 12205 or email info@capitalmpo.org

If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us and we will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

Job Opening: Planner or Planner Trainee with the Madison County Planning Department

(COUNTY APPLICATION REQUIRED- Go to: https://madison-portal.mycivilservice.com/ )

The Madison County Planning Department seeks a full-time Planner or Planner Trainee.

PLANNER:  The incumbent performs office and field assignments in connection with municipal, regional or community planning.  The work delegated to employees in this class consists of basic professional assignments in keeping with the job level.  Assignments may increase in complexity and responsibility as employees increase in professional competence.  The work is performed under the direct supervision of the Senior Planner or Associate Planner.  Occasional supervision may be exercised over non-professional help or other planning personnel.  The incumbent does related work as required.

PLANNER TRAINEE:  The work involves responsibility for performing entry level work in the collection, preparation and compilation of data as it is applied to municipal, regional, or community planning.  An employee in this class performs routine planning in assisting a higher level planner in the preparation and execution of planning and zoning projects.  Within the job concept, assignments may increase in complexity and responsibility as employees increase in professional competence.  The work is performed under the direct supervision of a Senior Planner or Associate Planner.  The incumbent does related work as required.

***THESE ARE TESTED CIVIL SERVICE POSITIONS***

PLANNER- MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Either:

(A)    Possession of a Master’s Degree in Community or Regional Planning, Environmental Studies or a field related to planning; OR

(B)    Possession of a Master’s Degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Civil or Environmental Engineering, Economics, Geography, Public Administration, or a closely related field, and one year of full-time paid experience, or its part-time/volunteer equivalent, in the field of municipal, regional or community planning; OR

(C)    Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Environmental Studies, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Civil or Environmental Engineering, Economics, Geography, Public Administration or a closely related field, and one  year of the above work experience.

2024 Hire Rate-PLANNER:  $29.13/hr (37.5 hrs/wk)

PLANNER TRAINEE-MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Either:

(A)  Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Environmental Studies, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Civil or Environmental Engineering, Economics, Geography, Public Administration or a closely related field; OR

(B)   Possession of an Associate’s Degree and two (2) years of full-time paid or its part-time equivalent paraprofessional or professional level work experience in regional, county, community or municipal planning.

NOTE (applies to both positions):  Degree(s) must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education.  If your degree was awarded by an educational institution outside of the United States and its territories, the candidate must provide independent verification of equivalency.  A list of acceptable companies who provide this service can be found on the internet at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm.  Candidates will be required to pay the evaluation fee.

2024 Hire Rate-PLANNER TRAINEE:   $26.48/hr (37.5 hrs/wk)

Application Deadline:   5/10/2024

EOE

Job Opening: Grant Administrator with the City of Ithaca

The City of Ithaca is now accepting applications for the position of Grant Administrator. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by May 1, 2024, and no later than May 22, 2024.

The Grant Administrator is an administrative position responsible for the overall management and coordination of grants across multiple City departments, including writing, monitoring, contracting, and reporting, as well as the task completion and management of grants under specific funding guidelines. The Grant Administrator researches grant opportunities that support City priorities, evaluates and coordinates approvals for grant applications, and either directly applies for or assists departments with applying for relevant grants. Responsibilities also include creating systems, implementing strategies, ensuring compliance, and monitoring funds for grants that are awarded to the City.  Extensive contacts are established and maintained with Federal, State, County, and private agency personnel, as well as City officials. The work is performed under the general supervision of higher level City managerial staff with considerable latitude allowed for the exercise of independent judgment in carrying out details and assigned work.  Does related work as required.

To view the complete job description, please visit: https://www.cityofithaca.org/DocumentCenter/View/16757/Grant-Administrator-PDF

To apply, please visit our website at https://ithaca-portal.mycivilservice.com. The application deadline is May 22, 2024 at 4:30pm EST.

Job Opening: Senior Planner with the City of Saratoga Springs

Applications must be received in the Civil Service Office by 1:00pm on the last filing. A résumé will not be accepted in place of a completed application. A vague application will not be interpreted in the applicant’s favor. A decision may be made to not fill this position.

SALARY: 2024 $68,001 NYS Retirement; Health, Dental and Vision Benefits; Paid time off; CSEA Union; Yearly increases

LOCATION: City of Saratoga Springs - Mayor’s Office – Planning Department

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The following qualification(s) MUST be met and clearly stated on the City of Saratoga Springs employment application form: either

 Possession of a Master’s degree in Planning, Urban Geography, Architecture, Public Policy, Geographic Information Systems, Public Administration, Economics or a closely related field and two (2) years of full time paid planning experience; OR

 Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Urban Geography, Architecture, Public Policy, Geographic Information Systems Public Administration, Economics or a closely related field and four (4) years of full time paid planning experience. OR

 Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate’s degree in Planning, Urban Geography, Architecture, Public Policy, Geographic Information Systems Public Administration, Economics or a closely related field and six (6) years of full time paid planning experience

SPECIAL NOTES

 Applicants with American Institute of Certified Planners certification are preferred

 Must possess a valid NYS Driver’s License and must maintain said license for the duration of employment.

 Degree must have been awarded by a college or university by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the US Department of Education/US Secretary of Education. If your degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United States and its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of acceptable companies who provide this service can be found on the internet at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm You must pay the required evaluation fee.

DUTIES: 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.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITES: Illustrative only

 Provides primary staff assistance to Zoning Board of Appeals, Design Review Board and other land use boards as directed, including technical assistance to applicants, project review, guidance in the application of the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) and attendance at night meetings;

 Assists in the coordination of the activities of the land use boards;

 Performs research and assists in preparation of zoning determinations by the Zoning and Building Inspector, comprehensive land use plans, municipal ordinances, and public policy documents;

 Performs research and assists in preparation of planning statistics, data, records and reports

 Conducts special studies and other related work as assigned;

 Provides staff assistance to special committees or ad hoc groups as assigned.

**A provisional appointment is pending the appropriate NYS Civil Service Exam announced and administered locally. The provisional appointee will be required to sign up to take the exam once it is announced, pay the exam fee (or fee waiver if applicable), pass the exam and rank in the top three (3) grades to secure a permanent appointment*

*Applications are available in the Civil Service Office in City Hall, or online www.saratoga-springs.org under Civil Service, or email civilservice@saratoga-springs.org to request one be sent to you.

Completed applications can be emailed in, postal mailed in or dropped off to the office.

City of Saratoga Springs Municipal Civil Service Commission

474 Broadway, 3rd Floor Suite 31

Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

www.saratoga-springs.org

civilservice@saratoga-springs.org

Job Opening: Planner, New Scotland, NY

The Town of New Scotland is seeking applications from qualified individuals to provide planning and zoning services. 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. Salary range between $40,000-60,000 depending on experience and qualifications. Interested parties should submit a letter of interest and resume and/or prospectus that demonstrates how they meet the qualifications to Lisa Williams, LWilliams@townofnewscotland.com. Proposals will be accepted until February 23, 2024.

The Town of New Scotland is an equal opportunity provider and employer