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

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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.

RFP: Citywide Historic Resource Survey (CHRS) for the City of Erie, PA

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The City of Erie, Pennsylvania is seeking a consultant to conduct a Citywide Historic Resource Survey (CHRS) to identify important historic and cultural resources. Through community engagement and surveying, information shall be collected and then inputted into the PA-SHARE system. The consultant must meet the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards (U.S. National Park Service) https://www.nps.gov/articles/sec-standards-prof-quals.htm and shall work with the City, City Historic Review Commission, and PASHPO/through PA-Share to conduct this citywide survey. The CHRS must include the entire City of Erie jurisdictional area.

 

RFP ISSUED: April 16, 2024

RFP DUE DATE: May 23, 2024 by 3:00pm

RFP SUBMISSION METHOD: Scanned PDF via email to holson@erie.pa.us

 For more information please refer to the PDF below

DOWNLOAD: https://cityof.erie.pa.us/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/City-of-Erie-Citywide-Historic-Resource-Survey_for-publish_24_4-16.pdf

UAlbany GPSA visits Lake George, Albany Rural Cemetery Tour next

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The Geography & Planning Student Assocation (GPSA) at the University at Albany recently explored Lake George at its most recent event. The GPSA is a student organization in the PAB-accredited Master of Regional Planning program at UAlbany. It seeks to educate and involve the next generation of urban planners.

“We had an excellent turnout, and the presentations provided valuable insights into the ambitious plan to transform Lake George into a vibrant year-round community,” said GPSA Liaison Devendra Kanithi. “The enthusiasm and collaboration of community leaders and stakeholders were inspirational.”

The GPSA’s next event is a guided walking tour of Albany Rural Cemetery on April 24, 2024. It will include a demonstration of the Albany Rural Cemetery Explorer (ARCE) app which was developed in partnership with the University at Albany. In addition to UAlbany students, the program is open to members of the New York Upstate Chapter of the American Planning Association. For more information, contact the GPSA at GPSA@albany.edu.

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

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(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

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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

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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

RFP: 2025 Consolidated Plan Needs Assessment and Market Analysis + Community Engagement Services for City of Rochester, NY

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The City of Rochester has issued a Request for Proposals seeking community engagement and planning services to inform and support the strategic planning and development of the City’s upcoming 2025-29 Consolidated Community Development Plan (Consolidated Plan).

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires local jurisdictions to prepare a Consolidated Plan in order to receive federal housing and community development funding under the entitlement formula grant programs administered by HUD’s Office of Community Planning and Development, such as the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG), and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA).

 The City of Rochester is seeking proposals from qualified Consultants to fulfill one or both of the two services sought by this RFP:

  1. Preparation of a Needs Assessment and Market Analysis

  2. Community Engagement Services

 

Respondents may choose to submit a proposal for only one of the services, and doing so will not negatively impact the evaluation of their proposal. These two services are related, and may inform one another, but are not required to be conducted by the same Consultant, nor with any formal interaction between the selected Consultants if conducted separately. 

 The City also welcomes joint proposals comprised of two or more organizations who may each fulfill different components of the project scope based on their specializations. Consultants submitting such proposals should be prepared to enter into a single contract between the City and the prime contractor and establish subcontractor agreements with the additional organization(s).

 Respondents are reminded to thoroughly review the RFP document and all associated documentation for full detail on proposal requirements.  Note that all deadlines are firm and final.

These two services are related, and may inform one another, but are not required to be conducted by the same firm, nor with any formal interaction between the selected Consultants if conducted separately.


Please find the full RFP here: https://www.cityofrochester.gov/2025ConPlanRFP/


RFP Submission Deadline: May 3, 2024, by 4:00pm


Contact: Henry Fitts, Grants Management and Research Coordinator

               E-Mail: Henry.Fitts@CityofRochester.gov


Job Opening: Land Use Planner, Dryden, NY

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The Town of Dryden is Seeking a Community/Land Use Planner 

The Town of Dryden seeks to hire a professional planner that will work to promote and progress the wellbeing of our community, environment and economy. To accomplish this work, the selected candidate will work alongside diverse committees on a broad range of community projects. Some of these ongoing projects include rewriting our Zoning and Subdivision Laws to align with our recently updated comprehensive plan, expanding a rail trail network that crosses our entire township, constructing a municipal broadband fiber network, addressing affordable housing issues, and implementing a list of initiatives that make the Town a designated Climate Smart Community. 

Aside from the work mentioned above, the selected candidate will also be responsible for enforcing Dryden’s Zoning Law and guiding applicants through local permitting and approval processes such as site plan reviews, variance requests, special use permits and subdivision and planned unit development applications. This works entails working closely with, and reporting to, the Town Board, Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals. 

The work duties outlined above will be conducted under the general supervision of the Planning Director. If this position sounds like something you’re interested in, please apply using the link below. Our Town employees enjoy a supportive friendly work environment in a modern town hall with spacious offices and meeting rooms (and a new ventilation system). Outstanding fringe benefits include comprehensive health insurance, New York State retirement plan, flexible work schedules, and continuing education opportunities. 

For a list of qualifications, work activities and skills required refer to the job listing at: 

https://www.tompkinscivilservice.org/civilservice/vacancies 

Please apply through this link and send a cover letter and resume along with your application. The final date to apply is May 6, 2024. 

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Job Opening: Senior Planner, Albany, NY

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Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,000 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT, is currently ranked #59 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position Summary: JMT is seeking a creative, highly motivated Senior Transportation Planner to support our growing transportation planning practice in the northeast region. This is a unique opportunity to help deliver innovative transportation plans and solutions for public sector clients across the region. The successful candidate will report for work assignments to our Albany, NY or Syracuse, NY office as their main office, however JMT is flexible and supports work from home options for this position. 

The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge and expertise leading active transportation planning and design projects and be skilled many aspects of transportation planning. Candidates must be able to work collaboratively with a multi-disciplined team of planning and engineering professionals. The candidate will work on a variety of multi-modal transportation projects that combine transportation planning, urban planning, traffic engineering, and land use planning.

For full details and to apply, please click here.

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Job Opening: Senior Planner, Watertown, NY

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The Jefferson County Department of Planning is seeking a qualified person to fill a senior-level position. Responsibilities include: providing oversight for County-level planning, development and housing programs, and conducting comprehensive land-use planning and development activities in local communities. Civil Service exam required for permanent appointment.

For full details and how to apply, please click here.

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NYUAPA Seeking Nominations

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The New York Upstate Chapter of the American Planning Association (NYUAPA) is seeking nominations for its 2024 Professional Awards Program. Applications in the following categories will be considered:

  • Comprehensive Planning

  • Best Practice

  • Grassroots Initiative

  • Implementation

  • Public Outreach

  • Great Places in Upstate NY

    • Streets

    • Neighborhoods

    • Public Spaces

  • Distinguished Leadership

    • Michael J. Krasner Professional Planner Award

    • Upstate Fellow

    • Elected Official

    • Citizen Planner

    • Planner Emeritus

Applications may be submitted starting on April 1, 2024 and must be submitted by June 14, 2024. Awardees will be recognized at the NYUAPA Chapter Conference held in October of this year in Ithaca. Awardees are strongly encouraged to attend.

For information, please click here. Questions can be directed to Chapter Vice President and Professional Awards Program Chair, Sarah Gatti at vicepresident@nyupstateplanning.org

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RFP: Inner Harbor Park Redesign, Syracuse, NY

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Title

Inner Harbor Park Redesign – Solicitation for planning, design, and/or engineering services 

Scope 

The City of Syracuse will begin to implement its New York Department of State funded Local Waterfront Revitalization program plan currently under development by preparing a design for improvements to the 2.9-acre Inner Harbor Park along Onondaga Creek. The redesign of the park will include additional passive recreational opportunities, pedestrian and bicycle connections, visitor amenities, and safety improvements. These enhancements to this waterfront park will complement the ongoing development of the area and promote additional investment in the Inner Harbor.

The project will be led by the City’s Planning Division, with additional coordination involving other City departments, including the Parks Department. Inner Harbor Park is a city-owned park located at 396 West Kirkpatrick Street on the City’s Inner Harbor. The park currently features off-street parking, a waterfront amphitheater, and a portion of the City’s Onondaga Creekwalk trail, which is also part of the New York State Empire State Trail system. Although the park is underutilized, it is a frequent pass-through location for trail users and provides easy parking and access to the trail network. The park also hosts several larger festivals and events throughout the year.

The project goal is to redesign this underutilized public space by capitalizing on the existing uses and providing new amenities to make the park a destination for residents and visitors. This project will accomplish this goal through a design process that will produce construction documents to update and refresh Inner Harbor Park. Specific design elements that will be considered during the planning process include:

a) The layout of the park, including reducing impervious areas and reestablishing trails and open space areas to allow for a larger gathering area and greenspace, such as patios, pavilions;

b) Safety improvements, such as lighting and emergency call boxes;

c) Trail improvements, such as surface repairs, new or revised routes, and wayfinding signage;

d) Streetscape enhancements (along Van Rensselaer & Kirkpatrick Streets), and bicycle/pedestrian improvements to better connect the park to the surrounding areas; and

e) Installation of other amenities such as benches, bicycle repair stations, drinking water stations, technology, and/or public art to complement the City’s development of a new accessible playground and concession area on another portion of the site. The accessible playground and concession area is a separate project being led by the City’s Parks Department that is scheduled to start in summer 2024. 

The expected deliverables are a planning and design process, which will include some stakeholder and public engagement, to produce construction documents for a redesigned park area. While the park redesign will not be constructed as part of this contract, the project deliverables will provide a foundation on which to construct the proposed park improvements and ultimately provide a safer, more effective community gathering place.

Key dates

3/28/2024: City issuance of RFP. The City issues this RFP

 4/18/2024: Written questions due with Firms/Consultants are permitted to submit written questions, for purposes of clarifying this RFP until this date.

04/25/2024: Proposal Submission. Proposals are due by 2:30 p.m.

For full RFP, click here.

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Job Opening: Senior Planner, Pomona, NY

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Senior Planner

Rockland County Department of Planning is seeking a candidate to perform professional and technical planning work of a complex, which involves responsibility for preparing, compiling and analyzing data for a variety of planning activities and projects, including conducting physical planning studies.  The work is distinguished from that of Planner in the level of responsibility and the complexity of assignments.  Evening work is occasionally required of employees in this class.  The work is performed under the supervision of a higher-level Planner and work guidance (e.g., lead work) is provided to a small number of Planners.  Does related work as required.  

Candidates must possess good knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of municipal and/or County planning;  good knowledge of the organization and operation of municipal government in New York State;  good knowledge of subdivision design and site planning;  ability to read and interpret land-use zoning ordinances;  ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others;  ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;  ability to prepare technical reports;  ability to use computer software, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software used for various planning activities*;  ability to supervise planning projects.  

Visit our website for more information https://www.rocklandcountyny.gov/departments/personnel/job-opportunities/-npage-3

If you are interested in this position; please email your resume and cover letter to:  RCPlan@co.rockland.ny.us

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Job Opening: Senior GIS Analyst, Auburn , NY

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The Cayuga County Department of Planning and Economic Development is excited to post an opportunity to join an excellent planning team with an immediate opening for a Senior GIS Analyst. We are a multi-disciplined, progressive Planning & Economic Development Office with a staff of nine, including a Director, two support staff and five professional planners committed to assisting the 23 Towns and 9 Villages within the County, improving the quality of life in our communities and protecting our natural resources. 

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

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

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

 Minimum Qualifications: Either 

• Master's Degree in Geography, Municipal, Community or Regional Planning, Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Science or related field, PLUS minimum of one (1) year of experience in a planning or engineering field working with data information and analysis, which shall have involved working with Geographic Information Systems and demographic analysis, or related field; OR 

• Bachelor's Degree in Geography, Municipal, Community or Regional Planning, Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Geographic Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field, PLUS minimum two (2) years of experience described in (A) above, one year of which shall have involved working with Geographic Information Systems and demographic analysis, or related field; 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 at some time in the future. Permanent appointment will be dependent upon the candidate’s exam score. 

Salary Range: $61,461 (probationary salary for 6 months), on to a range of $61,811.00 - $68,794.00. This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week) planning position with a salary of $61,811.00 and excellent benefits. The top of the salary range for Senior Planner/GIS Analyst is currently $68,794.00. The department and county provide and support career growth and advancement opportunities. 

Application: To APPLY, go to www.mycivilservice.cayugacounty.us/jobopps and click on the APPLY button across from the title of “Senior GIS Analyst – 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 Floor, 160 Genesee Street, Auburn, NY 13021 or as PDFs to planning@cayugacounty.us, noting that you have applied. 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. 

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Job Opening: City Planner, Rochester, NY

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The city of Rochester is currently hiring for a City Planner position. This is a professional and administrative city planner position working in the Office of City Planning within the Office of theMayor. The position involves planning and coordinating activities and projects in the implementation of the City's Rochester 2034 Comprehensive Plan. This position will be responsible for providing support for citywide and neighborhood planning projects, including coordination with other City departments and community stakeholders. A portion of this City Planner position will have a particular focus on supporting our public art programs and other arts and culture initiatives. A City Planner supports and occasionally leads various research projects and analyses, often using Geographic Information Systems and other tools. City Planners provide project and administrative support for planners that are project managers.They provide administrative and logistical support for the Office of City Planning. They also collaborate extensively with other City staff to accomplish assigned tasks. General supervision is received from higher level personnel with some latitude given for independent judgment and control over assigned responsibilities. Related work is performed as required.

View full description and how to apply, here.

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RFP: Town of Aurora Comprehensive Plan

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The Town Board of the Town of Aurora is soliciting the services of a planning consultant to develop a master or comprehensive plan (the “Comprehensive Plan”) for the Town of Aurora. The Town Board recognizes the importance of a well-crafted framework for guiding Aurora’s future growth and development over the next 10 to 20 years and was awarded funding from the County of Erie to develop a comprehensive plan for these purposes.

SCOPE OF WORK

The Comprehensive Plan is to provide a blueprint for the development, preservation and enhancement of: Residential, commercial and industrial neighborhoods; Public facilities, including parks and recreational areas; Infrastructure and transportation; Natural areas, water, and open spaces; Housing, including diversity of housing; Energy; Disaster preparedness, including a climate vulnerability assessment. This plan, with a year 2035-2045 horizon, will incorporate visions, ideas, and foresight and provide recommendations and an implementation plan. Note that, although this document does not include the area of the Village of East Aurora, this study must consider certain trends and activities within the Village of East Aurora in order to properly develop the plan. Additionally, the study should consider the external pressures from surrounding areas. The Town Board and the Town’s departments will participate in the preparation of the Comprehensive Plan. The consultant shall confer with the Town Board and departments in developing plans for the out-years.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Firms and/or teams are required to submit five paper and an electronic copy (via email to townboard@townofaurora.com) of materials that demonstrate the firm's capabilities and experience by no later than 4:00 pm on April 30, 2024, to the Office of the Supervisor at this address: Town of Aurora, 575 Oakwood Avenue East Aurora, NY 14052

Click here for full RFP and details.

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RFP: Planning Consultant Services; Peekskill, NY

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Planning Consultant Services (Peekskill, NY)

The Department of Planning and Development of the City of Peekskill, New York, invites the submission of proposals for professional planning consultant services from qualified planning firms or individuals with experience in providing professional services to municipalities for planning-related work. This is an opportunity for a skilled planner(s) to contribute to an historic growing city in collaboration with the broader planning team while following a flexible work schedule. 

Please find the full RFP here: https://ny-peekskill.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/2174/Peekskill-Planning-Consultant-Services-RFP-2024?bidId=56

To submit a response, provide two (2) hardcopies and one USB drive of your proposal no later than 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 12, 2024 to: Office of the City Clerk, City of Peekskill City Hall, 840 Main Street, Peekskill, New York 10566. Proposals should be marked: Planning Consultant Services.

Due Date: Friday, April 12, 2024 at 11:00am

Contact: Carol Samol, Director of Planning & Development csamol@cityofpeekskill.com

 

 

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Job Opening: Town Manager, Canandaigua, NY

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The Town of Canandaigua, New York (pop.11,500) is seeking a dynamic, innovative public administration professional to serve as the Town’s next Town Manager. The Town of Canandaigua is located in Ontario County and is home to 10 miles of Canandaigua Lake shoreline within the gorgeous Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York. With top-rated schools, a focus on recreation (9 beautiful parks are located within the Town’s limits), and a robust investment plan, the Town is seeking highly-qualified candidates interested in working with the Board to help usher in the Town’s next phase of its thriving future. The position serves as the Town’s Chief Administrative Officer and oversees day-to-day operations. As such, the Town Manager is in charge of the implementation and administration of all laws, town codes, resolutions, and policies. The position works for and reports to a 5-member Town Board and a Town Supervisor to facilitate the managerial, financial, personnel and operational needs of town government. The salary range is $100,000 - $140,000 with a full benefits package and New York State Retirement. Resumes & cover letters to ian@pracademicpartners.com with Canandaigua Town Manager in the subject line. A recruitment brochure is available at www.pracademicpartners.com

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RFP: Smart Growth Comprehensive Plan, Boonville, NY

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The Town and Village of Boonville are requesting proposals from qualified consultants to update the community’s 2009 Comprehensive Plan to address current conditions and guide future sustainable growth within the municipalities. 

Please send your RFP to us by 3/27 at 9:00 AM and you will discover what a cool place Boonville is, and our community members are super to work with! Boonville is transforming. Maintaining our historic quaint downtown and blending in current trends and forward-thinking new business owners. Always receptive to innovative ideas and approaches, fun and easy to work with, with our own dreams to share with you! 

View full RFP details and submit proposals here.

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