POSITION TITLE: Planner
EXEMPT: yes
DEPARTMENT: Planning Commission – COMMUNITY SECTION
POSITION REPORTING: Section Chief – COMMUNITY
SALARY: $44,844
For more information or to apply for this opening, see the full job post.
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:
- Review subdivisions and land developments
- Work cooperatively with other staff, general public, and local officials
- Manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and organize information
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES in addition to all of the above shall include some combination of the following dependent upon stated position:
- Write zoning, land development, and subdivision regulations
- Author and produce planning related documents such as, but not limited to, comprehensive plans, studies, and reports
- Have technical knowledge in land use, housing, transportation, open space, environmental, demographics, landscape design, zoning, planning law, and related subjects
- Attend public meetings, day or evening
- Grant writing
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.
- Master’s Degree in Planning or related degree plus 1 year of professional planning related experience
- Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to be successful in the position
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills including public speaking
- Good analytical, organizational, logical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to use state of the art business and audio visual equipment
- Ability to multi-task
- Strong organizational skills and time management
- Knowledge of essential professional office computer software to perform word processing, spreadsheet analysis, presentations, design and ability to learn certain geographic information system functions
- Have a valid driver’s license
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August 18, 2019 /
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Job Recruitment #19-07
OPENING DATE: September 2019
SALARY RANGE:Mid $70,000s to High $90,000s (position level & salary commensurate with education & experience)
LOCATION: Office of Corridor 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 in our Office of Corridor Planning, we would like to hear from you.
Job Description
This is a highly responsible technical position involving the development, management, and conduct of multimodal transportation planning studies, as well as the direct management of multiple staff and supervision of team projects. The work of the Office of Corridor Planning focuses on data-informed community planning and decision-making, and it involves translating the inputs and outputs of transportation analysis and modeling software to a nontechnical audience of partner agency staff, stakeholders, and the general public. Many projects are integrated and comprehensive, exploring multiple transportation modes along with their community and development context. This position requires the ability to combine excellent technical abilities and knowledge with a big-picture understanding of the planning process. The ability to communicate clearly and simply to audiences with different levels of technical and planning knowledge is important for this position.
The employee will be responsible for defining the scope, methodology, direction, and results of traffic and multimodal transportation studies. Projects focus on travel corridors or local areas, and they involve extensive coordination and consensus building among local jurisdictions and transportation agencies. Applicants are welcome to propose new approaches for how the work of the department is conducted in the context of other work processes internal and external to DVRPC.
Work is performed in accordance with overall agency policies and professional standards under the supervision of the Associate Director, Multimodal Planning. This position is open to candidates with a range of backgrounds and experience levels. If the successful candidate meets the agency guidelines for a Research Analyst or Transportation Engineer IV (e.g., Principal Planner or Manager, Corridor Planning Programs), they will work collaboratively with the Associate Director, Multimodal Planning to oversee the work of the Office as they become more experienced as a Manager. If the successful candidate qualifies as a Research Analyst or Transportation Engineer V (Manager, Office of Corridor Planning), they will report to the Associate Director, but with greater initial responsibility. A high level of independence is required in carrying out daily tasks and responsibilities at either level.
Responsibilities
- Manage, research, and evaluate a program of transportation planning and engineering studies; and cultivate a pipeline of future work for the department.
- Develop and communicate annual performance expectations, interim reviews, and year-end evaluations for supervised staff, and encourage and enable their professional development.
- Develop and select methodology for individual transportation projects, including detailed specification of the problem, data to be collected and analyzed, interpretation and reporting of results, and development of conclusions and recommendations for project implementation.
- Supervise the application of transportation and land use forecasting models and methods, as well as travel data collection and survey inputs for transportation models, as appropriate.
- Develop recommendations and prepare related documentation and final reports.
- Formulate and provide presentations to the public, policymaking officials and advisory bodies.
- Coordinate and build relationships with the region’s transportation stakeholders.
- Prepare project and program budgets, determine department procedures, and approve administrative actions.
- Maintain advanced knowledge of technological changes in the transportation planning field.
- Provide assistance to member governments, consultants, and the public.
- Proactively learn about new concepts and techniques useful for projects by participating in appropriate meetings, trainings, and conferences in person or through electronic means and through research.
- Perform related work as required.
Qualifications
- Ability to effectively supervise staff directly as well as in project teams.
- Extensive knowledge of the principles, practices, and objectives of corridor or areawide multimodal transportation studies, and ability to relate the knowledge of community and regional planning to the development of a regional transportation system.
- Thorough knowledge of the socio-economic factors involved in community and regional transportation planning.
- Thorough knowledge of basic transportation engineering principles and how transportation projects are implemented.
- Considerable knowledge of software programs related to travel demand modeling, traffic operations, and highway capacity analysis, such as VISUM, VISSIM, and Synchro.
- Ability to plan, organize, and direct complex research projects.
- Ability to present the results of research effectively in oral, written, and graphic form.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, planning officials, and the general public.
- Ability to integrate excellent technical abilities and knowledge with a big-picture understanding of the planning process.
Experience & Training
To qualify as an RA or TE-IV, six years of professional experience in transportation planning with progressive levels of responsibility. To qualify as an RA or TE-V, seven years of professional experience in transportation planning, including two years in a supervisory or administrative capacity; and such training as may have been gained through graduation with a master’s degree from an accredited university with major course work in a discipline applicable to city or regional planning, or an equivalent combination of experience and training. A Master’s degree can be substituted for one year of experience.
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Title: Manager of Service Planning & Scheduling
Classification: Level 8
Department: Capital Assets & Planning
Reports to: Senior Director, Capital Assets & Planning
Supervises: Scheduler; Planner
Date established/revised: July 18, 2019
RESPONSIBILITIES: The staff position with responsibility for LANtaBus route planning and scheduling, overseeing LANTA’s transit friendly land use development program, integrating technology solutions to manage the transit system, obtaining/maintaining program development data, and perform required special studies and projects designed to improve LANtaBus operations.
EXAMPLES OF WORK
The duties of the Manager of Service Planning & Scheduling will be associated with the following areas:
- Service Planning
- Ongoing monitoring of service performance and quality;
- Preparation of blocks, run cuts, and rosters for operator board picking.
- Periodic reporting of service performance and quality compared to established service guidelines;
- Identifying mobility needs in the service area and developing service plans to address identified needs;
- Facilitate the identification of service improvement priorities;
- Oversee the Authority’s contact with the planning and development community in the service area, monitor and respond to proposed developments for their impact on transit service.
- Assess and pursue technology solutions and improvements to address service planning and scheduling needs.
- Communications
- Oversee the development and update of printed and electronic communications regarding LANTA services.
- Data Reporting and Analysis
- Develop and implement a program for the periodic reporting of key performance statistics for the LANtaBus system;
- Develop procedures for the periodic analysis of ATMS and other data;
- Develop and implement standardized procedures for the calculation and reporting of statistics.
- Responsible for special projects and other duties as assigned by the Senior Director of Capital Assets & Planning, or Executive Director.
QUALIFICATIONS
- A Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, Urban Studies/Planning, Civil Engineering, Architecture or a related field from an accredited four-year institution; Master’s Degree in one of the listed fields is a plus.
- A minimum of five years of experience in transit planning and scheduling. Additional experience can be used as a substitute for degree requirements.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Strong aptitude with technology.
- Comprehensive computer skills – word processing, excel spread sheets, data management, presentation, etc.
- Detail oriented and a strong aptitude in statistics and statistical analysis.
- Ability to deal with the public and represent the Authority in public settings.
- Project Management skills and ability to work independently.
- Proficiency in map reading required.
- Position requires field work.
LANTA is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, LANTA prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetic information. LANTA conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Interested candidates should email their resumes to Jason Polster-Abel in the Human Resources Department at jpolster@lantabus-pa.gov.
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Open & closing dates – 06/27/2019 to 07/11/2019
Service – Competitive
Pay scale & grade – GS 11 – 12
Salary – $67,418 to $105,052 per year
Appointment type – Permanent
Work schedule – Full Time
This position is located in the Office of the Planning and Program Development (PPD) for the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Region III, Philadelphia, PA and is under supervision of the Office Director. This Office is responsible for the oversight of state/local planning and programming activities leading up to and including the award of all grants related to all FTA programs.
Responsibilities
As a Community Planner, you will:
- Work with grantees in the development of environmental categorical exclusions and environmental assessments, and review those documents for compliance with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and FTA program requirements.
- Recommend approvals and decisions of environmental findings.
- Administer the transit planning process including conducting Metropolitan Planning Certification Reviews, grant development and recommendation for approval, and program management.
- Prepare briefing papers, statistical summaries and policy papers on abroad range of regional office and grantee activities and in support of policy and procedural decisions for use by the Regional Administrator, senior staff and/or Headquarters.
- Review metropolitan Transportation Improvement Programs (TIP) and review and recommend approval of State Transportation Improvement Programs (STIP), in coordination with FHWA.
- Perform analyses of grantees’ project justifications and applications for planning, capital, operating assistance as well as FTA’s Capital Investment program.
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Community and Regional Planner
Salary Range $33,900 – $36,480 Annually
Duties
Prepares elements of municipal comprehensive plans, neighborhood and area plans, zoning ordinances, countywide plans and studies. Coordinates and attends meetings of local project planning committees, as well as public meetings of municipal planning commissions and local governing bodies. Provides general information and technical assistance to municipal officials and the public and coordination and support for planning department events, training, marketing and outreach; performs related duties as required and/or directed.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in planning, environmental science, urban studies, landscape architecture or related field, plus one year of applicable work experience. Ability to work in a team environment on a wide range of projects involving both public and private interests is essential. Excellent written, oral, and graphic communication skills; research skills; organizational and time management skills; familiarity with the planning process at the local level. Driver’s license is preferred.
To Apply
Forward cover letters and resumes (in MS Office or PDF format) to:
Michelle Signora, Office Administrator
Delaware County Planning Department
First Floor
1055 E. Baltimore Pike
Media, PA 19063
E-mail: Planning_Department@co.delaware.pa.us
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Environmental Planner
Salary Range – $33,900 – $36,480 Annually
Duties
Perform State-mandated reviews, including sewage facilities planning modules, the environmental component of subdivision and land development plans, and other regulatory programs as required; assist with the preparation of environmental components of municipal and/or multi-municipal comprehensive plans. Participate in PA Coastal Zone Management Program activities, including planning and providing support for local projects funded by the state’s programs. Provide technical assistance to municipalities and the public concerning environmental issues. Provide general information and technical assistance to municipal officials and the public; perform related duties as required and/or directed.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in planning, environmental science, urban studies, landscape architecture or related field, plus one year of applicable work experience. Ability to work in a team environment on a wide range of projects involving both public and private interests is essential. Excellent written, oral, and graphic communication skills; research skills; organizational and time management skills; familiarity with the planning process at the local level. Driver’s license is preferred.
To Apply
Forward cover letters and resumes (in MS Office or PDF format) to:
Michelle Signora, Office Administrator
Delaware County Planning Department
First Floor
1055 E. Baltimore Pike
Media, PA 19063
E-mail: Planning_Department@co.delaware.pa.us
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Environmental Planning Manager
Salary Range: $ 51,000 -60,582 Annually
Duties
Manages projects, contracts, work schedules and work flow necessary to carry out the Department’s day to day Work Program activities. Oversees preparation of mandated plans pertaining to stormwater management, sewage facilities planning and solid waste management as well as the preparation of State mandated reviews including sewage facilities planning modules and contributes to subdivision and land development plan reviews. Coordinates PA Coastal Zone Management Program activities, rivers conservation, natural heritage protection, scenic byways, floodplain and wetlands protection and stormwater activities. Prepares environmental components of municipal comprehensive plans and provides technical expertise to the public, private agencies and municipal officials.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in planning, urban studies, environmental science, geography, public administration, or related field plus six (6) years of progressively responsible experience; bachelor’s degree in planning, public administration, or related field plus (8) years of progressively responsible experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, including at least two (2) years in applicable activity area. Demonstrated written, oral, and graphic communication skills required. Supervisory experience and AICP certification desirable.
To Apply
Forward cover letters and resumes (in MS Office or PDF format) to:
Michelle Signora, Office Administrator
Delaware County Planning Department
First Floor
1055 E. Baltimore Pike
Media, PA 19063
E-mail: Planning_Department@co.delaware.pa.us
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Assistant Director
Salary $75,000 Annually
Duties
Assists the Director with the overall management and operations of the Department’s activities; recruits and interviews candidates for employment; prepares, updates, and monitors the Department’s annual work program and departmental budget; monitors contracts for timeliness and completion of work activities; schedules activities and assigns personnel as required; performs special projects and studies. Serves as supervisor to Planning Managers.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in planning, public administration, or related field plus eight (8) years local government experience; Bachelor’s degree in planning or related field plus ten (10) years’ local government experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Excellent written and oral communication skills are required. Ability to multi task and prior experience successfully managing project teams is required. AICP certification is desired.
To Apply
Forward cover letters and resumes (in MS Office or PDF format) to:
Michelle Signora, Office Administrator
Delaware County Planning Department
First Floor
1055 E. Baltimore Pike
Media, PA 19063
E-mail: Planning_Department@co.delaware.pa.us
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June 18, 2019 /
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NKCDC is running a paid 3 week training for individuals to become a PA Certified Community Health Worker and Peer Support Specialist.
The tentative start date for the training is July 22, 2019, with an application deadline of June 28, 2019.
Apply online at nkcdc.org, or in person at Orinoka Civic House, 2771 Ruth Street Suite 1.
For more information, contact NKCDC at 267-314-3697 or by emailing llewis[at]nkcdc.org.
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New Kensington Community Development Corporation (NKCDC) strengthens the physical, social and economic fabric of Kensington, Fishtown and Port Richmond, Philadelphia, by being a catalyst for sustainable development and community building. NKCDC draws on the strengths of the community to empower residents and promote resident-driven development. We believe in a multi-faceted approach to neighborhood revitalization, working with economic development, real estate development, vacant land management, community engagement and neighborhood planning as well as housing services.
Function
Team member provides constituent intake, data entry, and resource promotion around constituent services resources for residents that NKCDC serves in the Fishtown, Kensington, and Port Richmond neighborhoods of Philadelphia. Administers and coordinates NKCDC’s Neighborhood Advisory Committee (NAC) Program of the City of Philadelphia. Associate helps residents navigate and build skills needed to see success in areas such as crime and safety reporting, housing assistance, vacant land acquisition, and sustainable living throughout NKCDC’s diverse service area. Plans and staffs community events and provides needed support to Community Engagement team over the course of its many projects.
Reports to Community
Engagement Director
Professional responsibilities
- Administer and coordinate NKCDC’s Neighborhood Advisory Committee (NAC) Program of the Division of Housing and Community Development of the City of Philadelphia.
- Field phone calls and “walk-in” inquiries from residents at the NKCDC offices, providing resource referrals and information about NKCDC initiatives of interest, including Housing Services.
- Serve as resource and organizer as it relates to providing resources to constituents that pertain to community needs including quality of life issues, food access, legal aid, and cleaning and greening.
- Organizes community service briefings, events, and workshops that provide educational information on topics relevant to constituents.
- Maintain thorough and up-to-date resident services database. Share new resources with staff as they are announced, and determine most effective way to promote to our constituents.
- Conduct monthly data entry and reporting to track full Community Engagement department intake, outreach, and meeting and event programming;
- Conduct twice monthly door-to-door outreach with Housing Advisor to residents in danger of foreclosure.
- Organize neighborhood clean-ups as a means of community building, reducing crime, increasing safety, and improving the quality of life in NKCDC’s service area.
- Act as a representative for NKCDC’s Registered Community Organization.
- Provide event planning, outreach, and staffing support for other departmental programs.
- Develop partnerships and build relationships with other service providers and community hubs;
- Design, print, and disseminate flyers and other printed materials as needed;
- Represent NKCDC and our NAC office at neighborhood events;
- Assist residents in search of resources to help support themselves and their families;
- Attend community meetings, promoting NKCDC programs and ensuring strong community input;
- Report back to NKCDC on relevant knowledge obtained outside the organization;
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- An interest and/or experience in working directly with people one-on-one.
- Experience in data entry and office management preferred.
- Residence in 19134 preferred.
- Experience organizing events.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal communication and public speaking skills.
- Experience working with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
- Strong administrative, time and task management skills.
- Computer and other standard professional skills sufficient to prepare written reports and maintain databases.
- Ability to work independently and in groups, prioritize work, take initiative, and meet deadlines.
- Spanish language fluency and ability to translate written materials a plus.
- Graphic design experience a plus.
- Valid driver’s license; access to a personal vehicle is a plus.
- Must be able to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Compensation
Starting annual salary will be $40,000. Benefits including HMO health plan, long- and short-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid vacation and 403 (b) retirement plan.
Application Process
Send letter and resume by Friday, June 28 to Andrew Goodman, Community Engagement Director, NKCDC, agoodman [AT] nkcdc.org. All candidate resumes are given due consideration and are kept on file for one year, but we cannot always respond personally due to the high volume of inquiries.
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