Job Opening: Planner II for the Onondaga County Department of Planning

The Onondaga County Department of Planning in Syracuse, NY is accepting applications for the Planner II position, to work within its County Planning Services division. Onondaga County is currently experiencing exciting and unprecedented investments in jobs, housing and transportation. Combined with the introduction of the growing semiconductor industry at our doorstep, we have the opportunity to truly shape and modernize our region through innovative urban planning.

The County Planning Services Division carries out the primary function of the Department to facilitate and promote sound development practices and policies within Onondaga County government and its municipalities. Plan Onondaga, the County’s comprehensive plan, was recently adopted, and is being aggressively implemented alongside our municipal partners, and across the 5 programmatic areas of the Plan – Strong Centers, Housing + Neighborhoods, Community Mobility, Greenways + Blueways and Agriculture.

The Department is seeking experienced and internally motivated planners at the intermediate, senior and management level to manage planning projects and programs within the agency. A Planner II title typically carries out a variety of duties across agency operations, including complex program-based projects alongside senior staff, as well as day-to-day functions of the department, including work serving various committees and Boards, research and data analysis, writing and reporting, and managing independent planning initiatives of the Department.

As a mid-level planner, candidates will be expected to work regularly within a team environment and participate in meetings, and also have the motivation and skills to work independently. Planner IIs will be expected to be able to communicate clearly, both in document form as well as orally, in a variety of settings. Direct and relevant experience in one or more of the programmatic areas in the field is preferred.

Salary Range:  $74,067 to $81,831

The Planner II position is a civil service position, with a required 35-hour work in the Department’s Syracuse office. Please refer to the County’s job description for more details at:  https://employment.ongov.net/default/show_jobdesc/25019. 

Please send letter of interest and resume to:  countyplanning@ongov.net

Pursuant to the Civil Service Rules for provisional appointments, candidate would be appointed provisionally and would be required to take the next Civil Service exam for this title, pass and be reachable for permanent appointment.

            "Onondaga County is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer"

Job Opening: Planner for Wendel

Wendel is a nationally recognized innovative, full-service design firm that collaborates with private and public entities to holistically approach projects. Our clients benefit from our full-service capability that allows us to tackle technically complex projects from early planning through implementation, with our own in-house experts. With multiple regional offices, Wendel presents the opportunity to work on an exciting variety of projects with a collaborative team approach. If you are looking to make a real impact, to challenge the status quo, and develop and implement solutions with real results, then Wendel is the place for you!

We are seeking a full-time Planner to join our winning team.  As a Planner you will lead and help manage projects within the municipal/land use planning team, perform independent project assignments, attend meetings, and develop various local and regional planning documents. Opportunities abound to work with our many disciplines and diverse business groups within Wendel, creating a work environment that is ever-changing. This is a long-term growth position within the Planning Team and the company.

Qualifications:

• Must have a Planning degree, with strong consideration to candidates with a Master’s Degree in Urban Planning.   

• 7 to 10  years of experience in Land Use Planning, SEQR, and general municipal planning consultation.

• AICP Certification   

• The ideal candidate will have the ability to work independently, create strong relationships and have excellent communication and writing skills.  

• Experience in green energy permitting, sustainability planning, urban design, and NEPA is a plus.  

• Other experiences and expertise to help grow our planning services will be strongly considered.  

• Must be willing to attend night meetings, and travel regionally.

What we offer:

• Amazing company culture and work environment.

• Great benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, & generous PTO with 9 paid holidays.

• HSA and FSA options.

• Career advancement opportunities with Career Development Plans.

• A true Work-Life balance with flexible hours and work from home opportunities. 

• Competitive salary.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Wellness Programs.

Salary Range: $75,000 - $100,000

Planner- Regular Full-Time

Locations:

Buffalo, NY, US

Williamsville, NY, US

Wendel is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. Salary offered will be determined based the successful candidates’ relevant education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary offered will also take into consideration regional adjustment factors.

Don’t meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfect with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Wendel is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a drug free workplace.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, pregnancy, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. We are a VEVRAA federal contractor and request priority referrals of all protected veterans.

Please click HERE to apply

Job Posting: Planner for The Cayuga County Department of Planning and Economic Development

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, support staff 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 ideal candidate should have excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple ongoing projects. This Planner position will focus on land use and community development services to Towns and Villages and work closely with staff engaged in a range of initiatives.

The Planning Department’s broad scope of work provides room for career growth in municipal and land use planning, environmental resource protection, renewable energy development and park and recreation planning. The Planner will have an opportunity to work on town and village comprehensive plans, zoning ordinances and open space plans, contribute to recreation and farmland protection plans, prepare state and federal grant applications and manage capital projects secured by the department. 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 & economic development activities.

Minimum Qualifications: Either

• Graduation from a regionally accredited or NYS registered college with a Master’s Degree in Planning, Landscape Architecture or Environmental Resource Planning; OR

• Graduation from a regionally accredited or NYS registered college with a Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Landscape Architecture, or Environmental Resource Planning; PLUS a minimum of 1 year of experience in community planning, regional planning or work related to the qualifying degree; OR

• An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B) above.

Special Provisions: This will be a provisional appointment, meaning the candidate will be required to take an open-competitive civil service exam for the position at some time in the future. Permanent appointment will be dependent upon the candidate’s exam score.

Salary Range: $61,461.00 - $68,794.00. This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week) planning position with a starting salary of $61,461.00 with excellent benefits. The top of the salary range for Planner is currently $68,794.00. The department and county provide and support career advancement opportunities and growth.

Application:

To APPLY, go to www.mycivilservice.cayugacounty.us/jobopps and click on the APPLY button across from the title of “PLANNER – Provisional Vacancy” under Current Vacancies. Interested candidates who apply should also send a resume, cover letter and references to the Cayuga County Planning Department, Cayuga County Office Building, 5th Fl., 160 Genesee Street, Auburn, NY 13021 or as PDFs to planning@cayugacounty.us. For more information on the Department of Planning and Economic Development and on the excellent quality of life in Cayuga County, please visit the department website Planning & Economic Development | Cayuga County, NY and the County tourism website www.tourcayuga.com.

Cayuga County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Job Opening: Senior Planner for the LaBella Associates Planning Group

Description

LaBella Associates Planning Group seeks Senior Planners to join our Rochester, Glens Falls, Albany and Syracuse offices. The Planning Group at LaBella Associates provides tailored services in redevelopment strategies community & neighborhood planning, zoning, active transportation, market analysis, sustainability & resilience planning, grant services, and community engagement to a variety of municipal and private clients in addition to serving internal LaBella divisions.

Under the general supervision of the Director of Planning the ideal candidate will have broad range of experience in planning with an appreciation and understanding of strategic redevelopment planning (downtowns, brownfields), land use planning (comprehensive planning and zoning), placemaking, and public outreach. Excellent writing, communication and interpersonal skills are essential for the position.

Duties

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated with an eagerness to learn any of these duties. Some of the duties the candidate may be involved in include:

• Preparing reports and analyses including land use plans, strategic downtown/economic development plans, and area/neighborhood plans.

• Leading and participating in public meetings and community engagement.

• Preparing zoning updates and other development regulations

• Applying for and administering grants

• Managing projects including scheduling, budgets, and client communications.

• Developing and nurturing client relationships including preparation of proposals.

Requirements

• Broad understanding of the principles and practices of planning, public outreach, and revitalization.

• Familiarity with grants and funding

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

• GIS Mapping

• Presentation/speaking skills

• Graphic skills

• Self-motivated with an eagerness to learn

• Outgoing personality

Salary Range: $80,000 - $95,000 per year

The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule

• Health/Dental Insurance

• 401k Plan with Employer Match

• Short & Long Term Disability

• Profit Sharing

• Paid Time Off

• Leadership Development Program

• Fitness Reimbursement

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Referral Bonus Program

• Wellness Program

• Team Building Events

• Community Service Events

Click here to apply

Job Opening: Planner with Delaware Engineering . D.P.C.

Delaware Engineering, D.P.C. seeks an individual to serve as a Planner in our Albany, New York Office. Duties will include, but are not limited to: providing support to municipal planning and zoning boards; working with geographic information systems (GIS); supporting funding and grant applications; and preparing technical information to support infrastructure feasibility studies, comprehensive plans, and zoning codes. 

Position Profile

• Support municipal elected officials, planning and zoning boards, and economic development agencies

• Support State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) proceedings

• Review site plans, special use permits, subdivisions and zoning variances

• Understand and apply federal, state and local laws, zoning codes, and regulations

• Prepare review memoranda and draft resolutions

• Attend municipal meetings typically held on weekday evenings

• Coordinate with applicants, applicant engineers/attorneys, regulatory personnel and municipal representatives

• Prepare economic development studies, comprehensive plans and zoning codes including conducting public engagement excercises

• Support in-house engineers and environmental scientists

• Utilize ArcGIS software to conduct environmental analysis

• Conduct technical research, draft text components in support of project and program planning, engineering reports, and grant applications.

Qualifications:

• Masters-level education in regional planning or related field required

• 3 - 5 years of experience as a professional planner or environmental analyst in New York State preferred

• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills required

• Expertise in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint with knowledge of ArcGIS software a plus

• Ability to attend weekday evening meetings within a two-hour one-way drive of Albany.

Location: Delaware Engineering, D.P.C. Albany, NY Office

Full-Time in person, Monday - Friday

Pay: $70,000 - $90,000/yr commensurate with experience

Benefits: 401(k), 401(k) matching, Dental insurance, Health insurance, Paid time off, Vision insurance

About Delaware Engineering, D.P.C.

For over 35 years, Delaware Engineering, D.P.C. has been providing comprehensive civil and environmental engineering services for municipalities in the Capital District, Mohawk and Hudson River Valleys as well as the Southern Tier and North Country of New York State.  Our practice is full service including planning, permitting, design, and construction management as well as facility start-up.  Municipal work primarily involves public infrastructure including water, sewer, drainage, parks and public buildings, and related facilities.  Our engineers and technical staff also provide services to private industry. 

Our staff is comprised of approximately 70 professional and technical personnel with offices in Albany (Albany County), Oneonta (Otsego County), Red Hook (Dutchess County), Goshen (Orange County), Monticello (Sullivan County) and Port Chester (Westchester County).  We are deeply engaged with our communities, providing volunteers and funding to local non-profits as it aligns to our practice, in the design and construction of Make-A-Wish tree houses and backyard pools. Delaware Engineering also supports our Veterans through charitable events benefitting the American Legion Riders.

Our planners support planning and zoning boards, including application review and conduct of environmental review.  We prepare comprehensive plans and zoning updates including public engagement. In addition to traditional land use planning, Delaware Engineering’s planning group regularly supports economic development efforts, prepares environmental analysis, conducts user rate impact analysis, and assists in special district formation as well as consolidation processes.  We support municipalities in developing strategic approaches to funding public infrastructure, including the preparation of applications for low-cost financing and grants.

Submit a cover letter and resume to info@delawareengineering.com

Job Opening: Senior Planner with CC Environment & Planning

CC Environment & Planning is seeking an experienced, creative, independent, and energetic planner to join our team and guide our ongoing and upcoming landscape, municipal, and natural resource planning projects! This is a full-time position with a complete benefits package, flexible work schedule, and remote and in-office options. The successful candidate will join a highly supportive team in a growing company that values diverse perspectives, facilitates professional growth, and encourages autonomy.

Primary Role/ Responsibilities: Oversee and continue to develop an engaging, effective, and creative land use and municipal planning program across New York State with a focus on climate resiliency and smart growth. This will involve implementing planning projects from start to finish, developing proposals and contracts, producing professional articles and presentations, project management, coordinating team involvement, developing, and maintaining budgets for the planning program, advertising, hiring, and supervision of planning staff. Salary commensurate with experience.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree in Landscape Architecture, Community or Environmental Planning, or a related field.

• Bachelor’s degree plus five years relevant experience.

• Graduate degree plus 3 years relevant experience.

• AICP certification or can qualify within 12 months.

• Exceptional communication (written/verbal), presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to lead and manage multiple projects.

• Demonstrated expertise in land use and municipal planning, plan writing, municipal regulations, and processes.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficiency with ArcGIS, Microsoft Office, Zoom, In-Design, Adobe, or similar software, etc.

• Grant writing portfolio

TO APPLY:

Email a resume and cover letter to Sheila Hess - shess@ccenvironment.com

Applications will be accepted and reviewed until a qualified candidate has been selected.

Our mission is to serve our partners, customers, and communities by balancing economic vitality, community development, and natural resource conservation.

Our services include natural resource inventories, ecological assessments, green infrastructure, municipal, and land use planning, climate resiliency projects, education/interpretation, graphic design.

CC ENVIRONMENT & PLANNING

23 Jackson Street Batavia, NY 14020

www.ccenvironment.com

Job Opening: Planner for Otsego County Planning Department

OTSEGO COUNTY ANNOUNCES THE FOLLOWING VACANCY:

Planning Department-Planner

$54,504 - $64,639

DATED: April 23, 2024

LAST DAY FOR FILING: May 7, 2024 EOE

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This position performs office and field assignments in connection with County’s Planning and Solid Waste departments. Duties include, but are not limited to county transportation, hazardous mitigation, agriculture/farmland preservation, GIS, census data, 911 addressing, recycling, solid waste management, and miscellaneous topics of local land use law and process. Related duties as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

 Assists municipal boards, the general public and others to apply planning and land use principals and applications;

 Assists with the County’s solid waste and recycling program;

 Assists with the County’s 911 addressing program;

 Prepares maps for in-house agencies and local planning boards when requested;

 Assists in collection, tabulation and analysis of data as it relates to County Planning and Solid Waste;

 Prepares reports necessary for the administration of the county transportation, solid waste and recycling program;

 Performs miscellaneous office work and maintains records of planning, solid waste and recycling unit activities;

 Develops comprehensive land use plans by researching and analyzing data such as land use regulations, design controls, historic preservation, environmental laws and any other pertinent information in the development and review of land use plans;

 Assists with answering questions and providing resources to local municipalities;

 Assists with local land use reviews under General Municipal Law 239;

 Acts as a lead on planning projects by coordinating and directing activities such as data collection and analysis, and project implementation;

 Prepares and provides oversight of the preparation of a variety of planning statistics, graphs, plans, designs, charts, records and reports;

 Plans and conducts field studies and surveys to collect demographic and other related planning data;

 Collects, tabulates, and analyzes data for use in connection with census statistics and population reports;

 Collects information and prepares documents for planning boards, site plan reviews, and community and economic development activities;

 Coordinates grant and county-funded activities with other departments and agencies by participating in meetings with department heads to discuss and evaluate the needs of their department;

 Participates in studies involving research, investigation, and analysis of sociological, economic, and environmental factors related to planning;

 Develops plans for large scale proposals involving landscape and architectural design aspects for a county;

 May attend and participate in informational meetings and conferences with municipal officials providing technical assistance and guidance with respect to planning projects and design;

 Related duties as required.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the principles of land use planning; comprehensive plans and land use regulations; City, County, State and Federal laws, codes and regulations pertaining to community planning; Knowledge of the sociological, economic, environmental, engineering, designs and research factors in problems involved in community planning; Knowledge of computer hardware and software programs which may include Microsoft Office, Excel, Internet applications and GIS; Knowledge of relevant specialization such as transportation, land use, affordable housing, hazardous mitigation or Geo Informational Systems (GIS), solid waste, recycling; Strong oral communication and interpersonal skills; the ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously; Creative problem solving skills to gather relevant information to solve problems; the ability to understand complex oral and written directions; the ability to work well and communicate effectively with others; the ability to have tact and good judgment in decision making.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either:

(a) Graduation from a recognized college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Planning, Geography, Environmental Science, Geology, Public Administration or related field and one (1) year of experience or its part-time equivalent in municipal, community or regional planning; OR

(b) Graduation from a recognized college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree AND two (2) years of experience or its part-time equivalent in municipal, community or regional planning; OR

(c) An equivalent combination of training and experience.

CLASSIFICATION: Competitive

Applications are available at the Otsego County Personnel/Civil Service Department, 183 Main Street, Cooperstown, NY 13326 or online at www.otsegocounty.com.

Job Opening: Planning Director for Onondaga County

The Onondaga County Executive is accepting applications for a Planning Director to oversee a dedicated staff of planners and GIS Specialists in the Department of Planning to support implementation of Plan Onondaga, the countywide comprehensive plan (http://plan.ongov.net). Plan Onondaga (Plan ON) was unanimously adopted in July 2023 and has over $30M in financial support for implementation. Plan ON forms the foundation of our projects and programs. Everything we do is grounded in furthering the plan. The planning department also administers agricultural plans and programs in support of the recently adopted Agriculture and Farmland Protection Plan.

What We Do

Projects the department is currently working on:

·         The first comprehensive Housing Study in Onondaga County

·         10+ grants to local municipalities for comprehensive plan and zoning projects

·         1 Local Waterfront Revitalization Plans

·         2 Urban Master Plan projects

·         A comprehensive Blueway Program Strategy

·         A comprehensive Greenway Program Strategy

·         Multiple trail feasibility studies

·         A countywide Safe Streets For All Action Plan

·         Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update

·         Multiple agriculture programs including conservation easements, local land use planning, and locally grown and food system projects.

The department is also responsible for building and maintaining the county’s Geographic Information System (GIS), which is an essential tool that helps maximize effectiveness and efficiency and improve decision making throughout county and local government.  GIS staff create, acquire, and maintain a wide array of spatial datasets, provide direct spatial analysis and mapping assistance, integrate spatial data into critical applications, maintain a publicly available GIS website, administer the county’s aerial photography program, and provide addressing services to support the county’s 911 system.  The GIS supports department initiatives, county departments, municipalities and government entities, and the public.

Who We Need

Our growing and demanding workload increasingly relies on consulting contracts and grants to local government. A critical aspect of being the Director is to work closely with all 35 municipalities and most county department heads to maintain a strong working relationship, steer initiative in a productive direction, deliver resources to help them attain their goals and be the day to day go to person for everything related to planning. This role leads the effort at county level systematic planning, especially with regard to transportation, greenways and blueways and housing. The Department’s intermunicipal view allows the ability to see how these municipalities can move forward and develop planning and other projects in line with multiple interests. The Director’s job is to be able to lead the entire county forward in these efforts.

We need a proactive, internally motivated planner to lead the department and the County toward a unified vision. Someone who goes beyond the management of staff and projects to take on the responsibility of seeing the next step and beyond, and laying the groundwork to bring everyone with them. Ideally the Director thinks and operates outside the department and above, between and within the municipalities, agencies and departments to see how it all needs to come together. A Director is both dynamic in ideas and project generation, and linear in getting the job done. 

All of our planning positions require passion, leadership, inspiration, creativity and knowledge in order to fulfill our challenging mission. This requirement has a high potential for rewarding outcomes at the highest levels. Onondaga County is currently experiencing investment in jobs, housing and transportation. Combined with the introduction of a completely new technology and manufacturing activity around semiconductor microchips, we have the opportunity to truly shape and improve upon how a region can modernize and better function on multiple levels now and in the future.

With adoption of our award winning Plan Onondaga, robust implementation resources, and unprecedented and wide ranging support, now is the perfect time for the right person to take planning in Central New York to the highest levels of success. In addition to financial support, the county is hiring multiple high level planners within the department. This will give the Director a diverse and robust staff to carry out initiatives.

Salary Range: $105,022 - $139,224

If you believe you are the right person, please submit a cover letter and resume to the following:

Onondaga County Commissioner of Personnel at peweb1@ongov.net

or

Onondaga County Personnel | 421 Montgomery St., 11th Floor | Syracuse, NY  13202 

Onondaga County residency is required within 90 days of appointment.

Please refer to the County Personnel job specification for additional detail (https://employment.ongov.net/default/show_jobdesc/25031).

"Onondaga County is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer"

Job Opening: Senior Planner for NYS Tug Hill Commission

The NYS Tug Hill Commission is hiring a Senior Planner to assist local governments in the rural Tug Hill region in land use planning, local law development and revision, and general technical support to planning boards and other municipal boards. The Tug Hill Commission is a unique state agency that recently celebrated 50 years of “helping local governments and citizens shape the future of the Tug Hill region.” Work at the Tug Hill Commission allows staff to be involved with a variety of municipalities and organizations, often implementing innovative ideas. There are also opportunities to be involved in regional and state level policy issues and be a voice for rural communities in New York State. For more information see www.tughill.org.

Title: Senior Planner

Location: Watertown, NY

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Application Deadline: Reviewed as received, but no later than Thursday, May 23

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

•The preparation of town and village comprehensive plans;

•The preparation of zoning laws, subdivision regulations, and other local land use controls;

•The creation of maps and other GIS products in support of planning projects;

•The organization and/or delivery of training workshops for municipal land use officials;

•Other related tasks as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

•Good knowledge of the principles and procedures of planning and related research;

•Ability to exercise sound professional judgment;

•Ability to undertake complex planning and related research work at a high professional level;

•Ability to work on interdisciplinary projects related to community development and natural resources;

•Ability to present oneself well and communicate effectively both orally and in writing;

•Ability to get along well with others, especially local officials;

•Ability to attend evening meetings throughout the Tug Hill region;

•Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software (Microsoft andAdobe products);

•Familiarity with Geographic Information System (GIS) software (particularly QGIS);

•Familiarity with governmental procedures, New York State planning and zoning law, and the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

•Minimum of four years' experience as a planner, with demonstrated increased levels of responsibility,and a degree from a regionally accredited college in Architecture, City or Regional Planning,Geography, Political Science, Environmental Studies, or Landscape Architecture. Master’s degreepreferred; Bachelor’s degree required.

•NYS Driver’s License.

SALARY:

The position of Senior Planner is a Management Confidential (M/C) NYS Grade Equivalent 18 with a hiring rate of $65,164 and job rate of $80,860. The position also includes M/C benefits of health insurance and NYS retirement, as well as other benefits. For more information regarding M/C positions and benefits, see: https://goer.ny.gov/management-confidential-mc.

CONTACT:

Submit letter of interest and resume to Matt Johnson, Planning Director, Tug Hill Commission, 317 Washington Street, Watertown, NY 13601, matt@tughill.org ASAP.

Job Opening: Sustainability Planner for The Genesee/Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council

The Genesee/Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council (G/FLRPC) is seeking applicants for a full-time multi-facet ‘Sustainability Planner’ position. The successful applicant will be involved with initiatives/projects etc. that work to achieve all three fundamental pillars of ‘Sustainability’, across the nine-county Genesee-Finger Lakes Region.

Duties of a ‘Sustainability Planner’ will primarily include conducting outreach and delivering technical assistance services and guidance to all local stakeholders interested in pursuing initiatives and/or projects. Duties will include:

Clean Energy and Climate Resiliency

• Assist local governments with understanding and completing the required actions to become designated “Clean Energy Communities” (CEC) under NYSERDA’s Clean Energy Communities Program (CEC).

• Assist local governments with accessing associated CEC grant resources from NYSERDA.

• Assist local governments with becoming certified under NYSDEC Climate Smart Communities (CSC) Program.

• Assist local governments in completing local greenhouse gas emissions inventories, benchmarking the energy use of municipal buildings, and assisting communities in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Economic Development

• Maintains close contact with local government units, civic organizations, special interest groups and area businesses on all aspects of potential economic development.

• Provides, or arranges for the provision of a wide variety of information, plans, surveys, and expert services or advice in connection with development activities;

• Oversees a long-range economic development strategy program (CEDS) designed to meet regional needs.

• Assists agencies and municipalities in applying for and administering financial assistance grants;

• Provides technical assistance in the preparation of project proposals;

General tasks

• Prepare updates for G/FLRPC Board on Sustainability work.

• Other duties on other G/FLRPC programmatic areas, as assigned.

Preferred minimum qualifications are a Master’s degree in urban planning, environmental science, or a related field and one year’s experience in sustainability/energy planning, or, a Bachelor’s Degree in urban planning, environmental science, or a related field and two years’ experience in sustainability/energy planning.

Must be knowledgeable about clean energy, climate action planning, NY State local government operations, and State and Federal programs. Must have strong public speaking and writing skills as well as experience with outreach and engagement to a variety of stakeholders, including clarity of presentation and facility with gauging audiences.

Must possess proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook), Microsoft Teams, Salesforce, and other web-based project management and tracking systems. The position requires travel by car and includes evening meetings. Travel expenses will be reimbursed at federal rates. Salary commensurate with experience. This position reports to the Sustainability Program Manager.

Genesee/Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. G/FLRPC makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Please email your cover letter and résumé to the attention of Richard Sutherland – Executive Director at director@gflrpc.org until position is filled. Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.

Genesee/Finger Lakes Regional Planning Council – 50 W Main Street, Rochester NY 14614

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