Complete Streets Bicycle & Pedestrian Project Coordinator

• 1401 John F Kennedy Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
• Full-time

Complete Streets Community Coordinator

• 1401 John F Kennedy Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
• Full-time

Job Summary

PACDC’s Director of Member Engagement & Programming will oversee PACDC’s ongoing engagement of our diverse network of CDC members made up of community-based nonprofit organizations and Associate members throughout the Philadelphia area, convening our members around areas of common interest, building community across the network, and creating opportunities for sharing members’ unique and powerful stories to advance shared goals. Working with staff, the Board and its Committees, the Director will design and implement new activities, evaluate and modify existing programs, and help guide the overall strategic direction of PACDC, ensuring members’ interests and voices are at the center of PACDC’s ongoing work. The Director will participate in major organizational planning and decisions, serving as part of the management team for the organization. In close collaboration with the Director of Training & Technical Assistance, the Director of Member Engagement & Programming will guide PACDC’s overall Member Services work and strategies. This position will report directly to the Executive Director.\

Responsibilities

Department Management & Organizational Support

• Develop and maintain program/project/event budget/s related to PACDC’s member engagement and programming;
• Develop annual department/program work plan/s and track progress against goals;
• Coordinate with Director of Training & Technical Assistance to guide organizational decision making and manage RFP process, vendor selection, and engagement for PACDC’s internal Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) process
• Supervise Communications & Events Coordinator and manage consultants; provide supervision and quality assurance for:
  • Member spotlights and storytelling;
  • Annual communications strategy/work plan (created by Communications & Events Coordinator)
  • Ongoing communications (e-newsletters/e-blasts, funding opportunities, event marketing, social media, website, publications, etc.)
  • Iron Sharpens Iron podcast
• Strengthen and maintain relationships with membership, funders, and other key stakeholders to further PACDC’s and our members’ missions, programming, and goals.

Signature Events

• Manage planning and execution of PACDC’s Annual Gala & Awards Ceremony, with support from staff and consultants;
• Manage planning and execution of PACDC’s Equitable Development Conference, with support from staff and consultants (see below for Coordination with Director of Training & Technical Assistance)
• Manage planning and execution of PACDC’s Semi-Annual Membership Meetings, with support from staff;
• Engage membership in providing input and direction for Signature Event Series, lead regular evaluation/analysis of event impacts/outcomes, and make recommendations for ongoing improvements to event series and programming. 

Member Engagement & Communications

• Develop and implement strategies for membership attraction and retention;
• Create opportunities for members to provide input, ideas, and feedback for PACDC member offerings and programming;
• Manage outreach efforts to engage PACDC member organizations, including member site visits, check-ins, surveying, and data gathering;
• Determine next steps/iterations for major PACDC publications, with support from Communications staff.

Committee Convening

• Convene and coordinate PACDC’s Equitable Development Conference Planning Committee and Gala Awards Committee;
• Develop new programming and/or activities responsive to or in support of committee priorities and goals;
• Supervise Communications & Events Coordinator to ensure they are effective in their convening of Communications Peer Group and coordinating Signature Event Series sponsorships.

Coordination with Director of Training & Technical Assistance

• Develop cohesive annual Member Services Workplan;
• Annual Forward Equitable Development Conference – Director of Member Engagement & Programming will provide coordination around conference theme, keynote speaker, event logistics, member outreach and registration, sponsor fulfillment, and vendor management, while Director of Training & Technical Assistance will provide coordination around session content.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of non-profit, government and/or related professional experience, including program management
• Strong capacity for creative and strategic thinking
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with diverse organizations and individuals
• Experience planning large-scale events
• Experience developing and managing project and/or program budgets
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
• Time management and project management skills/familiarity with project management tools, with strong attention to details
• Supervisory experience 
• Familiarity with Philadelphia’s neighborhoods and non-profit organizations
• Enthusiasm for working collaboratively to create an equitable Philadelphia

COVID-19 Protocol 

PACDC currently has a hybrid work schedule, with staff in the office two days per week. Given our requirement for all staff to be fully vaccinated and boosted, the successful candidate would need to be fully vaccinated as of their start date. 

Compensation & How to Apply 

This is an exempt, full-time position. Salary range is $78,000-$83,000, commensurate with experience, with excellent benefits, including health, dental, life and disability insurance, generous Paid Time Off, Employer 401k contribution after one year of employment, professional development, commuter benefits, Wellness Fund, and a supportive working environment.

Please EMAIL resume and cover letter with the subject heading “Director of Member Engagement & Programming” to:  jobsearch@pacdc.org 

We are only accepting resumes via email. We will notify candidates that proceed to the interview stage.

If your experience doesn’t exactly match the qualifications listed, but you believe you are right for this role, please apply and tell us why you’re the best person for the job!

PACDC embraces diversity and inclusion and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Black, Indigenous, Latine, Asian, and other people of color, immigrants, women, LGBTQI+ individuals, and people who are differently abled or neurodiverse are highly encouraged to apply.

Urban Engineers has been a regional leader in multimodal transportation planning, design, and construction for more than 60 years. Urban attributes our excellent reputation in the field of professional practice to our ability to provide clients with the highest level of professional expertise, diversity, and commitment.

Our culture is built around our people. Voted a Top Workplace in the Philadelphia and New York region by our employees, we are committed to advancing your career and providing you with a foundation for professional growth. We offer unmatched career development through our own Urban Training Institute, a tuition assistance program, and certification incentives. This opportunity is further bolstered by a wide range of health, welfare, and financial benefits. We believe that Urban Engineers starts with you and is the best place for you to continue your career.

Job Summary:

The Multimodal/Community Planner will be responsible for advancing projects that are developed through strong engagement and support from residents, stakeholders, and visitors. Work will be comprised of a broad range of projects from active transportation, major transit, roadway, multimodal, environmental, bridge, airport, and related infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have an interest in planning, community engagement, design and offer skills in many aspects of transportation planning and communication. 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 multimodal transportation projects that combine transportation planning, urban planning, traffic engineering, land use planning, and environmental planning. Candidate is expected to work closely with public stakeholders and be willing to professionally present to the public at meetings, etc. and speak on behalf of clients.

Multimodal/Community Planner Responsibilities:

• Developing engaging outreach strategies for transportation projects in diverse communities.
• Assisting in the development multimodal transportation, bicycle/pedestrian, and transit plans.
• Composing technical documents that present findings using clear language and graphical elements.
• Organizing and facilitating meetings with officials, stakeholders, and the public.
• Playing a key role in developing solutions to policy and physical planning problems.
• Maintaining high standards and quality of work while demonstrating innovation and creativity in developing solutions for client projects.
• Managing elements of a project or having a significant technical role under the direction of other technical staff members.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Engineering, Public Policy, Landscape Architecture, Geography, or related field required; Master’s Degree in Community, Regional, Urban or City Planning is desired.
• 1 to 3+ years of planning experience.
• Multimodal Transportation Planning experience is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of planning best practices and concepts.
• Ability to organize and present data in an efficient and clear manner.
• Graphical skill, experience with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Excellent technical skills and strong personal initiative.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Works well in a team environment.
• Ability to multi-task and work collaboratively within a large team of planners, engineers, graphic designers, web designers, and communication specialists.

The resume should highlight experience shown below:

• Experience working with the general public and or stakeholders to achieve consensus.
• Experience and or knowledge of planning process from conceptual to implementation.
• Experience and or knowledge of ArcGIS and ESRI software.
• Experience and or knowledge of AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• 3D modeling/rendering skills are a plus (Sketchup, LumenRT).
• Audio/Visual skills are a plus.

Benefits of working at Urban:

• Medical/Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• 401K and company match
• Vacation, Holiday, and Personal Days
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Certification Bonus

Background 

Inadequate water infrastructure puts lives, livelihoods, and the environment at risk and prevents residents from living the healthy and prosperous lives they deserve. Too many households lack reliable access to safe drinking water and sanitation. Too many communities face contamination from water pollution or are ill-equipped to manage stormwater, and climate change amplifies these threats. Systemic disinvestment along lines of race and class has resulted in communities of color and low-income communities bearing greater environmental injustices. Addressing such structural problems requires equitable public and private infrastructure investments. 

With its national and local partners, EPIC is launching the Funding Navigator. The goal is to help under-resourced water utilities invest in climate-resilient drinking water provision, wastewater treatment, and stormwater management. EPIC is seeking to hire a project manager who has: 1) a passion for stepping up to this type of once-in-a-generation opportunity; 2) talent and hands-on experience managing projects involving teams with diverse perspectives or areas of expertise; and 3) experience working with communities or utilities on infrastructure projects. The position has significant flexibility in roles and responsibilities, depending on the skills, experience, and interest of the successful candidate. 

Position Description 

Reporting to the Funding Navigator Director, the Mid-Atlantic Funding Navigator Manager will lead and advance EPIC’s efforts to connect water utilities in under-resourced communities in the Mid-Atlantic region with technical assistance, community engagement, and state and federal funds for infrastructure, with a focus on the Delaware River Basin. We are looking for someone with experience managing projects with teams of contractors or stakeholders; engaging with funding program administrators, water utility managers, municipal leaders, or environmental justice groups; building or leading diverse coalitions; or experience with infrastructure funding programs. We seek candidates who can grow and manage EPIC’s Mid-Atlantic Funding Navigator within a small organizational structure and build momentum working with other nonprofits and technical assistance providers. 

We know there is not one ideal candidate who has all the traits listed below. If you have a mix of interests, skills, and experience related to the above – and a passion for this work – please do not let a gap in your strengths stop you from applying for this role or reaching out. Intersectional, Black, indigenous, and people of color are encouraged to apply. 

Responsibilities 

• Together with the Funding Navigator Director and a team of local and national partners, recruit, build relationships with, and provide guidance and technical assistance to communities through all stages of the application process, from assessing needs and designing projects to developing robust applications for state and federal funds.
• Coordinate collaboration between partners. Provide communication on and management of EPIC’s program consultant contracts and MOUs with partners. 
• Connect team and coordinate work of Mid-Atlantic Funding Navigator with national Funding Navigator work. 
• Together with the Funding Navigator Director and team of partners, work with technical assistance providers and community-based organizations to assist in the development of effective infrastructure projects aligned with the Navigator program’s goals. 
• Provide guidance, and help build an effective regional team that serves as an advocate for equitable public policies and investments in communities that need assistance.
• Identify and participate in working groups, associations, and nonprofit collaborations.
• Work with partners to provide thought leadership based on lessons learned, and contribute to case studies, blogs, best practices, and grant reports. 
• Participate in webinars, convenings, and public events to highlight prominent issues and solutions. 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree required. Graduate degree (MBA, MS, MEM, MF, MPA or JD) preferred.
• 4+ years’ experience in one or more of the following areas: project management, water infrastructure design or finance, water utility operations or finance. We will consider time pursuing a graduate degree and other relevant experience toward the 4+ years of experience.
• Expertise providing leadership and/or coordinating teams to keep projects on track.
• Expertise in community-based participatory projects. 
• Understanding of or willingness to learn about federal and state funding programs for water infrastructure. 
• Experience leading initiatives that require carrying forward a vision, meeting multiple goals, thinking strategically, making quick decisions, and forming and sharing opinions on policy.
• Strong people and program management skills. This position will work with peers, contractors, and stakeholders on aligned goals. 
• Ability to accomplish multiple goals with a focus on outcomes. 
• Passion for pursuing equitable outcomes. 
• Excellent communication skills. 

We will prioritize candidates who can bring: 

• Experience working in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, or Delaware. 
• Understanding of the technical or financial management of a water system. ● Experience working for or providing technical assistance to a water utility. ● Skills and experience with community-centered project development. 
• Experience managing, monitoring, or reporting for state or federal government funding programs. 
• Experience measuring and evaluating project outcomes. 
• Creative thinking and flexibility. 
• A network of contacts within water utilities, trade associations, and local or state government agencies. 

Location 

The Manager will be based in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, or Delaware. Depending on pandemic-related conditions, this position normally requires travel to meetings, conferences, and other events. Work other than travel is done either in the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission’s office or at the successful candidate’s home office. 

Compensation and time commitment 

EPIC offers competitive compensation commensurate with experience as well as a generous benefits package. The salary range for this position is $70,000 – $85,000. 

Applying 

Qualified candidates should send an email to Denise Schmidt at denise@policyinnovation.org with “Manager, Mid-Atlantic Funding Navigator” in the subject line. Please include a resume and a cover letter. Please also provide any supporting documents we should consider in evaluating your candidacy (e.g., writing samples). 

About EPIC 

Thank you for your interest in working with the Environmental Policy Innovation Center (EPIC). EPIC builds policies that deliver spectacular improvement in the speed and scale of environmental progress. A nonprofit start-up, EPIC is committed to finding and highlighting the best approaches to scaling up results quickly. EPIC works to further environmental and public health outcomes by improving water infrastructure, restoration, procurement, endangered species, and the use of data. Our largest program focuses on delivering better, safer, and more affordable water to historically underinvested communities. EPIC operates through a fiscal sponsorship with the Sand County Foundation. These values define the character and culture of our organization: 

• Speed. When the planet’s on fire, rapid innovation is better than slow and steady.
• Equity. We are committed to environmental progress and to prosperity for all people, because the most enduring and exceptional outcomes require both. 
• Honesty. We bring real data, analysis, and facts to the limelight. Being honest about what is working and not working is not always easy, but we are committed to telling the truth.
• Pragmatism. We focus on ambitious but achievable solutions and believe that compromise and progress is more effective than purity and stasis. 
• Wall-less. Innovation happens more in places without hierarchies and where every person and every idea gets respect. We do that. 
• Empathy. We must ensure the voices of all people affected by our work are heard. We will support each other and others outside our organization with justice and respect. 

The Montgomery County Planning Commission (MCPC) is located in a diverse and historic suburban community of over 856,000+ people  located directly northwest of Philadelphia. The county is home to a variety of communities, including revitalizing boroughs and villages as  well as scenic, rural townships. We are an award-winning agency with a well-earned reputation as an innovator of cutting edge planning  concepts and strategies. Our mission is to provide professional planning services that provide effective solutions to community challenges.  We are looking for an outgoing, technically proficient, and highly motivated individual to join our dynamic team of professional planners.

POSITION TITLE: SENIOR COUNTY PLANNER  

EXEMPT: YES  

DEPARTMENT: PLANNING COMMISSION – COUNTY SECTION  

POSITION REPORTING: SECTION MANAGER – COUNTY PLANNING  

SALARY RANGE: $53,614 – $61,656 (depending on experience) 

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBLE: Eligible for Hybrid Schedule 

SUMMARY: The Montgomery County Planning Commission seeks a senior county planner to assist with the upcoming 2050 comprehensive  planning process and to serve as project manager on a variety of other initiatives. The county planning section at the Montgomery County  Planning Commission is responsible not just for the comprehensive plan and its offshoots, but also farmland preservation and food promotion  strategies, housing and development analysis, and demographic projection studies for local school districts (among other projects). County  planning staff work closely with other departments and provide overall support to the agency.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:  

• Conducts analysis, research, and report production related to demographic projections, housing and non-residential construction,  economic development, and other planning issues  
• Review proposed land developments, zoning ordinances, subdivision and land development ordinances, and other documents for any  broader implications as they pertain to land use planning  
• Work cooperatively with other staff, the general public, and local officials  
• Act as project manager and author for reports, projects, and plan research, development and publication as assigned  ∙ Participate in professional planning events and actively engage in professional development  
• Have technical knowledge in some or all of the following: land use, housing, transportation, open space, environment, demographics,  comprehensive and long-range planning, real estate markets and trends, research techniques for land use trends, and related subjects  
• Attend public meetings, day or evening, as well as represent the Montgomery County Planning Commission on various committees  or at community meetings and events  

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Master’s Degree in Planning or related degree plus 4 or more years of experience in current or equivalent position, or combination  thereof  
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to be successful in the position  
• Excellent writing, communication, and public speaking skills to be used with peers, Planning Commission members, local  governments, and other stakeholders  
• Experience conducting and creating tools for public outreach events with diverse audiences is preferred  ∙ Utilize ArcGIS Pro and work cooperatively with office GIS staff  
• Knowledge of essential professional office computer software to perform word processing, spreadsheet analysis, presentations, and  other planning work  
• Good analytical, organizational, logical thinking, and problem-solving abilities  
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines and organize information  
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment  
• Have a valid driver’s license 
• Commission members, local governments, and other stakeholders  
• Experience conducting and creating tools for public outreach events with diverse audiences is preferred  ∙ Utilize ArcGIS Pro and work cooperatively with office GIS staff  
• Knowledge of essential professional office computer software to perform word processing, spreadsheet analysis, presentations, and  other planning work  
• Good analytical, organizational, logical thinking, and problem-solving abilities  
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines and organize information  
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment  
• Have a valid driver’s license  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully  perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the  essential functions.  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, move, and/or sit, as well as talk and hear. The employee  is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands or arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch or  crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception.  

The employee must be able to occasionally attend meetings or visit sites outside of this office’s Norristown location during the day or night.  Meetings may last several hours beyond the traditional work day.  

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while  performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  

The Montgomery County Planning Commission is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity  employer without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to  federal law requirements, the Montgomery County Planning Commission complies with applicable state and local laws governing  nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Persons with a disability who need  assistance with their application or that need this announcement in an alternative format may call (610) 278-3722  

TO APPLY ONLINE: Go to https://www.montcopa.org/Jobs.aspx – fill out the application form under the job posting. Please  submit a cover letter with your application.