Connect the Dots is looking for a driven and motivated Community Engagement and Communications Associate to join our team in Philadelphia for 30-40 hours per week across a period of 6 months to start, with the intention of bringing on for a long-term position if it is a good fit. We are particularly looking for candidates that have at least 2-4 years of experience in community engagement work or similar participatory processes.
Job Title: Development Specialist
Location: 1234 Market Street
16th Floor
Philadelphia, PA, 19107
United States
Base Pay: $50526.00 – $64957.00 / Year
Relocation Expense Covered: No
Job Category: Land Management
Required Degree: 4 Year Degree
Manage Others: No
Job Title: Housing Development Officer
Location: 1234 Market Street
16th Floor
Philadelphia, PA, 19107
United States
Base Pay: $61822.00 – $71841.00 / Year
Relocation Expense Covered: No
Employee Type: Non-Exempt
Job Category: Community Development , Housing Finance
Minimum Experience: 5 Years
Required Degree: 4 Year Degree
Manage Others: No
The Philadelphia Housing Development Corporation (PHDC), a non-profit organization funded primarily by the City of Philadelphia and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, is looking for a Housing Development Officer to join it’s Community Investment Group.
Under general supervision, this position is responsible for the monitoring, evaluation and coordination of residential projects included in the PHDC’s housing programs and does related work as required.
This position begins at the stated starting salary. The salary increases yearly to the top of the pay range based on satisfactory performance.
PHDC offers a generous benefits package, including:
Job Title: Assistant Program Manager
Location: 1234 Market Street
16th Floor
Philadelphia, PA, 19107
United States
Base Pay: $64769.00 – $83276.00 / Year
Relocation Expense Covered: No
Employee Type: Exempt
Job Category: PHDC, Affordable Housing, Management
Industry: Non-Profit , Government, Housing
Minimum Experience: 2 Years
Required Degree: 2 Year Degree
Manage Others: Yes
Description
The Philadelphia Housing Development Corporation (PHDC), a non-profit organization funded primarily by the City of Philadelphia and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, is looking for an experienced Assistant Program Manager to assist with managing the Housing Program Unit of the Community Investment Group (CIG) department.
This position begins at the stated starting salary. The salary increases yearly to the top of the pay range based on satisfactory performance.
PHDC offers a generous benefits package, including:
OPENING DATE: 11/16/2020
SALARY RANGE: Low to Mid $50,000s (position level & salary commensurate with education & experience)
LOCATION: Office of Environmental Planning
CLOSING DATE: When position is filled
AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: All sources
The Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) is the Philadelphia region’s Metropolitan Planning Organization. We believe DVRPC is a place to work, learn, and create a career in a professional and stimulating environment that values diversity, innovation, and bringing your best self to work. If your background and experience match the following vacancy, we would like to hear from you.
This is a planning and policy research position assisting and performing analytical work, conducting studies, and coordinating with member governments and planning partners. This position will provide support for planning projects undertaken by the Office of Environmental Planning.
The Office of Environmental Planning conducts planning activities and technical studies throughout the nine-county Philadelphia metropolitan region in partnership with public and private organizations. The purpose of this work is to protect environmental resources, build livable and healthy communities, improve quality of life, and work toward resiliency and sustainability. Specific assignments may include projects and plans centered on municipal planning, climate change resiliency, healthy communities, protected open space, trail development, stormwater management, water quality, environmental justice, and the regional long-range plan. Day-to-day tasks may include collecting, analyzing and communicating environmental, land use and transportation data; organizing stakeholder outreach; supporting the development of policies and plans; and managing relationships with member governments and planning partners.
The Research Analyst’s work is to be performed in accordance with well-defined objectives and professional standards under the close technical supervision of the Manager of the Office of Environment Planning, who in turn reports to the Associate Director, Livable Communities.
To classify as a Level RA II, a minimum of three years of progressively responsible professional experience in environmental planning or city/regional planning and such training as may have been gained through graduation from a four-year college/university, with major course work in a planning-related discipline and applicable to city/regional planning. A Master’s degree may be substituted for one year of professional experience.
Please forward cover letter and resume to: resumes@dvrpc.org.
Graduate Internship Opportunities 2021
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The Philadelphia Water Department’s (PWD) Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) Planning Group is seeking a highly-qualified student intern to support the implementation of City’s Green City, Clean Waters (GCCW) program. The GSI Planning Group advances the ability of the Department to plan and prioritize GSI projects (i.e. tree trenches, rain gardens, etc.) by identifying and vetting potential GSI locations, developing conceptual level plans, and coordinating the queuing of projects through to the design phase. PWD’s planning approach includes detailed technical analysis, relationship building with implementation partners, and management of project prioritization. Planning work is conducted to identify immediate opportunities and to strategize for long-term implementation needs to ensure the Green City, Clean Waters targets are met. More information can be found at http://www.philadelphiawater.org/gsi/planning-design/.
Position Description
The candidate selected will assist city planners, engineers, landscape designers, and scientists in the group with ongoing efforts to plan, develop, and promote green infrastructure programs; identify, design, and manage green infrastructure projects; and research innovative green stormwater management techniques. Typical tasks and responsibilities include:
▪ Assists staff in collecting and preparing data for potential GSI sites and concept plans
▪ Conduct spatial analysis of potential GSI sites and develop conceptual designs
▪ Assist in program research and development for various GSI programs
▪ Policy, legal, database and peer review research and analysis to inform staff decision-making
▪ Write content, create graphics, and design page layouts for external or internal audiences in coordination with internal staff ▪ Data entry, editing, processing, analysis, and general data management
▪ At times, conduct field work, collects parcel data and searches land and utility records
▪ At times attend meetings with other agencies to document meeting decisions and learn about city planning initiatives
Qualifications
Applicants are required to meet the following minimum requirements:
▪ Must be enrolled as a full-time graduate student; and
▪ Course of study in the following academic departments: Planning, GIS, Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, and/or Environmental Studies; and
▪ Highly-motivated, with strong organizational, written and oral communication skills; and
▪ Demonstrated ability to work effectively in an independent, as well as collaborative, environment; and ▪ Solid computer and software skills, including Microsoft Suite (Office, Excel, Teams, etc.); and
▪ Working knowledge of ESRI’s ArcGIS Desktop application; and
▪ Interest in stormwater management design, green infrastructure, and water resources.
Ideal candidates with the following will be preferred:
▪ Experience related to stormwater management design, green infrastructure, water resources and similar (all experience levels) ▪ Familiarity with hydrology, grading, utility, and site plans
▪ Proficiency of ESRI’s ArcGIS Desktop application.
▪ Adobe Creative Suite applications (InDesign, Illustrator, etc.)
▪ Valid US driver’s license preferred though a personal vehicle is not required.
Application Procedure
Location: 1101 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, (work from home until further notice)
Compensation: $18.19/hour
Schedule: Full-time during summer; potentially part-time during academic year (minimum of 10-15 hours/week) Dates: Start Date – as soon as possible
End Date – flexible
Please provide a cover letter, resume, a 1-3 page writing sample (preferably showcasing a relevant topic in professional memo format), and design work, if applicable, and submit it via the City’s HR web portal: http://water.phila.gov/jobs/students/
The Program Support Group’s Landscape Design team is seeking a highly qualified undergraduate or graduate student with experience in any of the following academic departments:
Landscape Architecture, Horticulture, Environmental Science
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Job Description:
The intern will work closely with the Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) Landscape Design staff within in the GSI Unit. The team’s primary responsibilities are design reviews, resource development, landscape contract management, data analysis, field research, and innovation to streamline the GSI Implementation Program. The Landscape Design team also works closely with the GSI Planning, GSI Design, Green Stormwater Operations (Maintenance), and Construction groups.
The candidate will assist landscape architects, engineers, and city planners in the unit with ongoing efforts to plan, develop, and promote green infrastructure; identify, design, and manage green infrastructure projects; and research and implement innovative green stormwater management techniques.
Experience with following programs is advantageous:
Interns may be involved with any of the following:
Please provide a cover letter, resume, a 1-3 page writing sample (preferably showcasing a relevant topic in professional memo format) and/or design work, as applicable.
The duration of the internship is expected to run from June through September of 2021, pay is $16.15/hr.
Any questions about the position can be directed to Lindsay Reul at Lindsay.Reul@phila.gov
POSITION TITLE: PLANNER II
EXEMPT: YES
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING COMMISSION – COMMUNITY SECTION
POSITION REPORTING: SECTION CHIEF – COMMUNITY
SALARY RANGE: $47,086 – $47,557 (depending on experience)
SUMMARY: This position requires the individual to be proficient in the terminology and application of the technical and political processes concerned with the use of land, public welfare, and the design of the natural and built environment in general.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES shall include the following:
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES in addition to all of the above shall include some combination of the following dependent upon stated position:
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform all essential and specific duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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, walk, sit, talk and hear. Walking is required in field conditions with uneven terrain to perform site visits, acquire information, and perform inspections or to attend meetings. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to handle or feel objects. The employee is also required to kneel or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception.
The employee must be able to drive to various locations during the day or night and attend meetings that may last several hours.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
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.
POSITION TITLE: PLANNER
EXEMPT: YES
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING COMMISSION – COUNTY SECTION
POSITION REPORTING: SECTION CHIEF – COUNTY
SALARY RANGE: $44,844 – $48,027 (DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE)
SUMMARY: Reporting to a Section Chief, the County Planner performs various professional planning tasks including land use analysis, subdivision and land development plan reviews, planning advocacy report contributions, data analysis, housing analysis, and general planning agency support. A county planner should have a well-rounded knowledge of planning concepts and be able to utilize that knowledge to help educate public audiences and make important impacts on local land use decisions. A strong background in demographic trend analysis and data organization is also being sought in order to maintain annual data collection for the agency and produce analytical reports on a regular basis.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES shall include the following:
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES in addition to all of the above shall include some combination of the following dependent upon stated position:
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform all essential and specific duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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, walk, sit, talk and hear. Walking is required in field conditions with uneven terrain to perform site visits, acquire information, and perform inspections or to attend meetings. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to handle or feel objects. The employee is also required to kneel or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception.
The employee must be able to drive to various locations during the day or night and attend meetings that may last several hours.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
The Philadelphia Association of Community Development Corporations (PACDC) is the leading voice of equitable neighborhood revitalization in Philadelphia. As a membership association, PACDC fosters strong community development corporations and non-profit community organizations by enhancing their skills and advocating for resources and policies to create a just
and inclusive Philadelphia. Our advocacy has led to more than $350 million in new local dollars for affordable homes and community economic development over the last 15 years, and our Community Development Leadership Institute has trained over 3,000 people since its founding in 2013. Together, PACDC and our members help create an equitable city where every Philadelphian lives, works, and thrives in a neighborhood that offers an excellent quality of life.
PACDC is seeking an experienced candidate to lead the PACDC Policy Team (which also includes the Executive Director, and the Health and Special projects Manager) to advance a focused policy and advocacy agenda to expand and preserve resources for affordable homes and community development activities; improve systems and programs that enhance efforts to improve the quality of life in lower-income communities; and advance equitable development to ensure that lower-income residents and communities benefit from neighborhood revitalization.
This position reports directly to the Executive Director.
Policy Advocacy & Development
Communications & Messaging
Organizational Development & Support
Skills and Experience
The ideal candidate will have:
This is an exempt, full-time position. Salary is 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, and a supportive working environment.
Please EMAIL a resume, cover letter summarizing your interest and qualifications, and a writing sample, with the subject heading “Policy Director” to: policyjobsearch@pacdc.org
PACDC is currently working remotely, so we are only accepting resumes via email. We will notify candidates that proceed to the interview stage, which will take place over Zoom. This position will be remote until we return to the office (date TBD).
PACDC embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
