Job Opening: Urban Planner Project Manager at Fisher Associates

Job Opening: Urban Planner Project Manager at Fisher Associates

At Fisher Associates, our Planning Group is seeking a full-time Project Manager I to join our Planning discipline in either our Rochester, NY office, Buffalo, NY office, Charlotte, NC. The Planning Group completes a wide range of projects including urban design, land use planning, zoning, placemaking, transportation/mobility planning, brownfield redevelopment, environmental reviews, grant assistance, economic development, municipal and agency approvals, and public engagement.

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Job Openings: Planners at Town of Amherst

Job Openings: Planners at Town of Amherst

The Town of Amherst Planning Department is looking to engage with entry- to mid-level planners to discuss a potential Current Planning position. The position would deal specifically with Development Review and Zoning Administration, including review of proposed development projects, zoning code compliance and revisions, variance applications, and interaction with the Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals.

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Job Opening: GIS Technician II at Rockland County Department of Planning

Job Opening: GIS Technician II at Rockland County Department of Planning

Rockland County Department of Planning is seeking a candidate to work in their fast-paced GIS (Geographic Information System) Department. The work is specialized, diverse and can be complex in nature. The work differs from that of a GIS Technician I in the degree of independent responsibility and complexity of assignments. The work is performed under the general supervision of a higher-level GIS administrator and work guidance (e.g., lead work) may be provided to others. Does related work as required.

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Job Opening: Planner for Dutchess County

Salary: $71,640

This is a provisional position in the Dutchess County Department of Planning and Development.

This is professional planning work involving responsibility for research, preparation of reports and studies, and the recommendation of solutions to planning problems. This position is distinguished from that of Junior Planner in that incumbents are expected to be able to work independently on a wide range of planning problems (e.g. transportation, land use, environmental, regional) without specific instructions.

In addition, this position generally works on more complex and politically sensitive planning problems. Work is usually performed under general supervision and may at times involve the direction of lower level planning personnel assisting in the preparation of a particular report.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

Conducts studies involving research, investigation and analysis of sociological, economic and environmental factors related to municipal, regional, community and transportation planning; collects, analyzes, and presents various transportation, land use and socioeconomic data; conducts studies on actual and potential land use, business development and housing; conducts studies on transportation, water supply, sewage, public utilities, schools, recreation and other community facilities; obtains and collates statistical data relative to capital improvement projects covering such subjects as tax base, elements of municipal indebtedness and sources of revenue; prepares charts, drafts, designs, scaled layouts and other illustrative materials; meets with municipal planning boards, zoning boards and legislative bodies to advise on planning matters and make recommendations; participates in meetings with civic and business leaders concerning municipal and/or county planning needs; prepares or assists in the preparation of applications for state and federal grants-in-aid; provides information to the public via email, the web, telephone or in person; maintains public outreach information systems and conducts transportation planning studies when assigned to Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)/Transportation Planning program; assists with implementation and maintenance of geographic information systems (GIS) applications.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EITHER: (A) Master's degree in Planning or a related field (urban studies, environmental sciences, civil engineering, geography, economics or transportation planning);

OR: (B) Bachelor's degree in Planning or a related field (urban studies, environmental sciences, civil engineering, geography; economics, or transportation planning) and one (1) year of technical work experience in planning;

OR: (C) An equivalent combination of education, training and experience between the limits of (A) and (B) above.

NOTE: Your degree or college credit 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.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Possession of a valid Driver License to operate a motor vehicle in New York State at time of application and to maintain the position.

FINGERPRINTING: A fingerprint supported background investigation is required before an appointment is made to some positions. Pursuant to New York State Executive Law, the Division of Criminal Justice Services requires that a fee accompany each such request for a search. It is due once a job offer is made and accepted by the applicant.

For immediate consideration, submit a cover letter and resume on or before October 17, 2024 to: dctc@dutchessny.gov

Job Opening: Senior Planner at Laberge Group

Job Opening: Senior Planner at Laberge Group

Laberge Group is looking to add an experienced Planner to our expanding team! We work with a variety of municipalities to create custom comprehensive plans, update existing plans, and improve communities throughout New York. We specialize in public outreach and engagement, revitalization efforts, community planning, with a focus on implementation. This individual will work collaboratively with our team to assist with a wide range of municipal clients, as well as assist with a wide variety of planning documents.

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Job Opening: Senior Planner for Lake Champlin-Lake George Regional Planning

Job Opening: Senior Planner for Lake Champlin-Lake George Regional Planning

The Lake Champlain – Lake George Regional Planning Board works diligently to lead economic

and community growth through providing technical assistance to municipalities and small

businesses. Our team monitors environmental and community development issues and advances

strategies to improve assets and economic drivers in our region. Our communities, included in

our Economic Development District, are across Clinton, Essex, Hamilton, Warren, and

Washington counties in New York State.

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Job Opening: Planner at Erie County Environment and Planning

TITLE OF POSITION:   PLANNER*

LOCATION:                   95 FRANKLIN STREET, BUFFALO, NY 14202

SALARY (2024):              $57,304 – $72,756

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: 

The work involves assisting in the performance of planning and research activities related to county, urban or regional planning. The incumbent performs planning and administrative duties. This class differs from that of Assistant Planner by virtue of its expanded scope and increased level of responsibility. Work is performed under the direct supervision of higher-ranking planning personnel. Supervision may be exercised over a subordinate staff assigned to specific projects. Does related work as required.

View the full position details and how to apply here.

Job Opening: Principal Planner (Environmental Planning) at Westchester County Department of Planning

Job Opening: Principal Planner (Environmental Planning) at Westchester County Department of Planning

Westchester County Government has an immediate opportunity for a Principal Planner (Environmental Planning) for our Department of Planning. Under general supervision, the successful candidate formulates, plans, coordinates and directs technical and non-technical environmental studies relating to the long-range planning of natural resources and the environmental quality of Westchester County.

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