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.

About The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia 

Through advocacy and education, the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia (BCGP) leads the movement to make bicycling safe and fun for anyone who wants to ride in our region. Our 2030 vision is that anyone in Greater Philadelphia can enjoy a safe and funbike ride on a network of connected Circuit Trails, bike lanes, and low-stress streets. Bicycling has become an easy option for transportation and recreation, connecting people to each other, their neighborhoods and the region. We believe that people from all racial and economic backgrounds should have access to safe, healthy and affordable transportation options in the communities where they live, work, learn, and play. Our team works every day to create a world-class bicycling city and region by becoming an organization and leading a movement that represents the diversity of the communities we serve. 

Purpose and General Description 

The Marketing & Communications Manager is responsible for overseeing and executing communications strategies across platforms that represent all aspects of the Bicycle Coalition’s work, including: city policy & advocacy; regional policy & advocacy; Bicycle Coalition membership & community building; Better Bike Share Partnership involvement; Bicycle Coalition Youth Cycling programming; virtual and in-person events; and our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion work. Candidates should have experience writing, problem solving and researching, with the desire to learn and contribute to a fast-paced, growing team.This position will report to the Development Director and serve as a member of the Development Team. 

Principal Duties Include 

• Develop high-impact communications products (e.g., newsletters, blogs, press releases,, presentations, website content, flyers, emails, surveys, external facing documents, and award submissions etc.) across a portfolio of business models. 
• Manage and execute multi-faceted, integrated marketing campaigns (e.g., email, social media, marketing partnerships, events, videos, podcasts, website and intranet updates) in addition to journey development and content creation. 
• Employ the full range of communications tools including digital, social, visual, presentations, and written remarks. 
• Proactively drive projects from concept to completion. 
• Adopt and enhance company’s voice and messaging 
• Design work using Adobe Suite to Design, digital and print pieces, Champion Circle Appeals, save the date graphics, invitation graphics, event graphics and other design work as necessary 

Experience And Education Qualifications 

• Four (4) year undergraduate degree 
• At least 3-5 years of experience within non-profit marketing
• Experience working with CRM and Donor Management software (Salesforce is preferred, Raiser’s Edge, Donor Perfect) 
• Experience with managing and using social media platforms, Google Docs, email marketing software, and MS Office. 
• Ability to give and receive positive and negative feedback to/from team members, 
• High degree of personal initiative, with an approach of introducing new ideas and a fresh perspective. ● Ability to take direction and execute on plans. 
• Ability to work independently, providing relevant updates to leaders, communicating about anticipated challenges and roadblocks, problem-solving. 
• Have broad experience in leading programs or campaigns. 
• The ability to understand our business model and different marketing goals. 
• Experience in crafting a clear and distinct voice for brands 
• Ability to deliver work on multiple projects and competing deadlines 
• Ability to foster creativity and turn insights and conversations into ideas 
• Exceptional proofreading and editing skills 
• Positive, proactive and can-do attitude 
• Commitment to the mission, goals and programs of the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia with the ability to present them effectively and encourage support. 
• Ability to work some weekend and evening hours. 
• Knowledge of the national and local business community, cycling community, cycling industry preferred. ● Experience in event marketing communications.. 
• Experience with youth development programs and ride logistics a plus. 

Company Benefits 

• Generous Vacation and PTO offered, 11 Holidays 
• Medical (including Health Savings Account & Flexible Savings Account) 
• Dental – Vision – Life, Disability Insurance – 401(k) Plan with company match! – 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS 

All interested candidates should send the following to search@bicyclecoalition.org 

An up-to-date resume (no longer than 2 pages) 

• A 1-page cover letter explaining why you are interested in working at BCGP and what makes you a good fit for the communications role. Be sure to relay your story, and not just your professional attributes. 
• References will be requested as the hiring process moves forward. 
• Email subject should read: “[last name] Communications Manager application” We thank all applicants; we will contact only those selected for interview 

The Bicycle Coalition is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation or gender identity, disability, sex or age.

Westtown Township Seeks Planner 

Westtown Township, Chester County, PA (population 11,000) is accepting applications for the position  of Planner. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic planning professional with a background in land  use planning and building codes to play a significant role in the operations of Westtown Township. 

The Planner is responsible for managing the application process for all residential and commercial  building, grading, and zoning permit applications, including reviewing selected applications for  completeness; responding to applicant inquiries; communicating with contractors, property owners and  the Township’s building inspector; and coordinating payment and issuance of building permits. The  position also has significant miscellaneous administrative responsibilities, including managing and  reviewing land development plans and permit files, working with the Township engineer to implement  the Township’s MS4 program, coordinating the Township’s on-lot sewer management program, and  serving as liaison to the Township’s Historical Commission. 

This position reports to the Assistant Township Manager / Director of Planning and Zoning. Westtown  Township offers a competitive salary and benefits package. 

Required Skills, Knowledge and Ability 

Candidates must have the required skills, knowledge and ability: 

• A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university with a major in geography, land use planning,  civil engineering, public administration or an equivalent field and 1 to 3 years of relevant work  experience or equivalent professional experience working for a local government, land-use  planning firm or civil engineering firm. 
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to work with and contribute to a customer-focused team environment.
• Proficiency in standard Microsoft Office applications. Experience using ArcGIS online is a plus.
• Ability to lift at least 40lbs. 
• Ability to attend one evening meeting per month. 
• Master’s degree in relevant field is preferred.  
• Experience with or knowledge of on-lot sewer management systems is preferred.
• Prior familiarity with the International Building Code and/or Property Maintenance Code is  preferred. 
• Appreciation of and familiarity with local Chester County history is preferred.

How to apply

To be considered for the position, please submit a resume and cover letter to  humanresources@westtown.org by no later than Monday, August 15th at 5pm.  

Westtown is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment  for employees and residents alike. 

The Chester County Planning Commission is seeking a Transportation Planner (II) to help shape the county’s future transportation landscape.  This position will support the Multimodal Transportation Planning Division efforts to improve all transportation services, facilities, and modes through sound planning. The Planner II will support the division in a hybrid work environment to: maintain the county’s Transportation Improvements Inventory; advance the region’s goal of completing the Circuit multi-use trail network; support active transportation facility planning and development; promote municipal adoption of the county’s Complete Streets Policy; prioritize major roadway improvements that reduce congestion and increase safety; and, provide assistance toward various technical reports.

Candidates must possess excellent communication and computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office and ESRI ArcGIS products. Candidates should demonstrate experience in analyzing and summarizing quantitative data and authoring technical reports. The ideal candidate should demonstrate an understanding of the region’s Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and have familiarity with regional transportation planning partners, including DVRPC, PennDOT, SEPTA, and TMAs.

Minimum Qualifications: a Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Geography, Landscape Architecture or a related field with one year of job experience or a Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Planning or a related field.

Position Type: Full-Time / Exempt 

Starting Salary: $55,739

Applications for the Transportation Planner position must be submitted through the Chester County Job Opportunities webpage. The webpage and job description can be accessed here: https://www.chesco.org/225/Human-Resources 

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