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Project Manager

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Applications are now being accepted for a full-time Director of Sustainability (DoS) to lead the Ursinus College Office of Sustainability (OS). The DoS will work to maintain, create, and drive productive and collaborative sustainability programming across all levels of the College, involving students, faculty, staff, and administrators, and foster a culture of sustainability across the campus.

Department

Office of Sustainability

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the DoS will include:

Directing the college’s Office of Sustainability, including general oversight of programs and budgeting;
Coordinating the Ursinus Sustainability Fellows Program, including mentoring student fellows and teaching the Fellows class;
Facilitating broad student involvement in sustainability initiatives including volunteers, classes, and student groups;
Developing new sustainability initiatives and facilitating growth of ongoing projects in conjunction with faculty, students, staff, and administrators;
Overseeing administrative and logistical details of ongoing programs and projects including the College farm, the ACUPCC/Second Nature Carbon Commitment, and others;
Providing advice and support to students, student groups, and the campus community on sustainability issues.
Promoting OS programming internally and externally including, but not limited to, the development of written material, including reports and grants, and attendance at meetings and conferences;
Chairing the college’s campus-wide sustainability committee; and
Representing the college to outside networks and organizations as chief sustainability officer.

Requirements and Qualifications

Qualified applicants should have the following:

A master’s degree or higher in sustainability, environmental studies, or related interdisciplinary field;
A minimum of three years’ professional experience managing sustainability initiatives, preferably in a higher education setting;
A record of organizational leadership and professional experience overseeing undergraduate or graduate students;
Excellent written and oral communications skills, including effective interpersonal skills and experience with social media;
Strong project management and organizational skills, including managing budgets, record-keeping, timetables, and paperwork; ability to make appropriate, timely, and effective decisions in order to support the work of the OS;
A demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively without daily supervision, and to coordinate and lead multiple complex sustainability programs simultaneously involving a large number of diverse participants;
A willingness to work outside of regular office hours as necessary to support sustainability initiatives; and
Grant writing experience (highly desirable).

Application

Interested candidates should apply online here. Once you create an applicant account, you will be prompted to upload your cover letter, resume, and a list with contact information for three references to the applicant database. Cover letter should be specific in describing relevant experience and abilities. For information about the Office of Sustainability at Ursinus College, please see www.ursinus.edu/offices/sustainability/. Review of applications will begin on July 22^nd 2016, and continue until the position is filled.

Ursinus is an AA/EO employer. Ursinus College does not discriminate on grounds of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or other classification protected by applicable law in the administration of any of its educational programs or activities or with respect to employment.

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Community Development Specialist

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Community Development Specialist – Starting salary $ 33,600

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Urban Studies or related field plus familiarity with state and federal housing and community development programs. Excellent oral and written communication, organizational and time management skills are required.

Duties

Under direction of the Community Development Manager, assists with the overall planning, implementation and reporting of the County’s Housing Development projects in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal requirements. Duties include the preparation of funding agreements and implementation of the Annual Monitoring Plan. The Specialist will attend construction meetings and prepare associated Environmental Review Records for projects funded under the HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), CDBG and ESG programs. Also prepares environmental clearances and provides technical assistance to nonprofit and municipal applicants. Assists with maintenance of the Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS), the County’s financial and reporting system to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Forward cover letters and resumes (in MS Office or PDF format) to:

Patricia Gabriele, Office Manager/Operations Coordinator
Delaware County Office of Housing and Community Development
600 North Jackson Street, Suite 101
Media, PA 19063
email: OHCD@co.delaware.pa.us

In order to avoid delays in the selection and candidate approval process, if you are invited to discuss your qualifications in person, it would be helpful to complete an Application for Employment prior to your scheduled appointment and have it available when you arrive.

All applicants will be evaluated on the basis of education, experience, communication skills, and computer proficiency. County residency is required within 180 days of employment. Delaware County is an equal opportunity employer.

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Community Development Manager

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Community Development Manager – Starting salary $ 44,000

Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Planning, Urban Studies or related field plus two years’ experience with the Community Development Block Grant or HOME Investment Partnerships Programs or equivalent combination of education and experience. Excellent oral and written communication, organizational and time management skills are required.

Duties

Under the direction of the Assistant Director, supervises the day to day activities of the Housing Specialist and Community Development Specialist; works with the Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS), the County’s financial and reporting system to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development; oversees the Owner Occupied Housing Rehabilitation and ESG project implementation process, including contracting, reporting and project close out; participates in the annual program application process; maintains the Annual Monitoring Plan; assists in the development of the Annual Action Plan and Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Reports; manages the Federal, State and County project implementation process, including contracting, reporting and project close out and approves and processes program invoices for payment.

Forward cover letters and resumes (in MS Office or PDF format) to:

Patricia Gabriele, Office Manager/Operations Coordinator
Delaware County Office of Housing and Community Development
600 North Jackson Street, Suite 101
Media, PA 19063
email: OHCD@co.delaware.pa.us

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Senior Transportation Planner

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Senior Transportation Planner – Starting salary $38,197

Qualifications

Master’s degree in planning or related field; bachelor’s degree in planning or related field plus two (2) years experience in transportation planning. Excellent written, oral, and graphic communication skills required.

Duties

Under the general supervision of a Manager, serves as project planner on transportation planning projects. Performs research; collects and analyzes data; maintains improvements inventory; prepares recommendations and reports in draft and final form; presents findings at public meetings and work sessions. Meets with supervisor as required to discuss work assignments. Provides work guidance to Planners, Associate Planners, Technicians, and Interns. Performs related duties as assigned and/or directed. Plans primarily for public transportation improvements, although responsibilities could also include planning for road, bicycle, and pedestrian improvements. Collaborates with municipalities, the regional public transit authority, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, the regional planning commission, the transportation management association, and others.

Forward cover letters and resumes (in MS Office or PDF format) to:

Michelle Signora, Office Administrator
Delaware County Planning Department
Court House/Government Center
201 W. Front Street
Media, PA 19063
e-mail: Planning_Department@co.delaware.pa.us

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Manager, Local Government & Civic Affairs

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The Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to promoting growth and economic development, advocating for sound public policy, and serving our members with outstanding programs and benefits. GPCC is the premier advocate of the region’s business community, representing approximately 4,500 member companies in 11 counties across three states with one voice.

We are currently seeking a Manager, Local Government & Civic Affairs, who will serve as the Chamber’s primary advocate at City Hall, monitoring all city legislation and issues as they impact Chamber members in the local business community. This individual manages legislative and public engagement strategies with city government. The Manager, Local Government & Civic Affairs will also be part of a new Chamber team, Civic Affairs, designed to bring together Chamber businesses, civic organizations, and neighborhood-based businesses and groups around a shared agenda of growth and prosperity citywide.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with City Council members, staff and the Kenney Administration.
• Assist in the development of the Chamber’s local public policy agenda; analyze proposed legislation and emerging issues and recommend the Chamber’s approach and action.
• Prepare and present testimony to City Council on behalf of the Chamber and its membership, as needed.
• Plan and manage local legislative committee meetings; obtain guest local government speakers, as needed.
• Provide local legislative updates for Chamber’s Weekly Report and for monthly Policy Legislation & Research Committee meetings.
• Work with Programs & Events and Civic Affairs & Local Advocacy teams to coordinate annual City Council reception, Mayor’s Cabinet reception, annual Mayor’s Luncheon, and other Civic Affairs programming.
• Assist Chamber members who need assistance with city-related functions (i.e. L&I, Commerce, etc.).
• Assist Civic Affairs team in building upon the successful Roadmap for Growth campaign, which the Chamber has conducted – with 145 civic and neighborhood partners – across Philadelphia over the past two years.
• Engage the Kenney Administration and City Council through Civic Affairs with a broad civic-based coalition to achieve results fostering growth and prosperity citywide.
• Utilize own network to generate business leads for Chamber’s Member Engagement & Sales teams.

Job Specifications & Requirements

1. Bachelor’s Degree
2. 2-5 years of experience, either in local government, with a non-profit organization, or a neighborhood-based civic or business organization.
3. Knowledge of Philadelphia and its various constituencies is a plus.
4. Knowledge of the city’s public and political infrastructure is a plus.
5. Ability to communicate effectively with the region’s business, civic, community and academic leaders.
6. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects; flexibility to adjust to changing priorities.
7. Strong organizational skills.
8. Exceptional interpersonal abilities; professional written and verbal communication skills.
9. Strong work ethic; approaches work with a sense of purpose and urgency.

Work Conditions/Physical Demands
The Manager, Local Government & Civic Affairs works in a typical office environment. On a standard work day, the majority of time is spent sitting at a desk, using the computer and speaking on the phone. However, the Manager, Local Government & Civic Affairs will be often be required to attend Chamber events or related outside meetings/events on behalf of the Chamber. These meetings/events may take place outside of regular business hours and outside of Center City Philadelphia.

To Apply

GPCC offers its employees a dynamic, fast-paced environment with competitive salaries and excellent benefits package.

Qualified candidates should submit:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. Names/contact info for three professional references

Applications that fail to fulfill this requirement will not be considered.

Apply to: https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=gpcc&jobId=29160&lang=en_US&source=CC3

Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree

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Deputy Managing Director

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Wilmington Renaissance Corporation seeks a full-time Deputy Managing Director. This position will work with the Managing Director to provide leadership to develop and implement initiatives related to WRC’s strategic plan and the Creative District initiative.

Wilmington Renaissance Corporation, founded in 1993, is a privately funded, nonprofit and nonpartisan organization committed to stimulating the city’s economy, attracting new residents and fostering ideas that enrich the city’s culture. A creative placemaking and downtown revitalization initiative, the Creative District is focused on innovative production and consumption, where both creative entrepreneurs (artists, musicians, designers and tech innovators) and neighborhood residents thrive and where locally designed goods and original works are made and sold.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

This position provides additional capacity within the organizational leadership in order to accomplish WRC’s goals and the goals of the Creative District. Job functions include:

With the Managing Director and Board Development Committee, develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy;
With the Managing Director and relevant board members/committees, establish new relationships with potential funders;
When needed, support grant writing team with development of required content;
Serve as project lead for development of economic development and finance strategies for key business development projects (ex: NextFab, kitchen incubator, Art-O-Mat/shared studio spaces, etc.);
Serve as project lead for research and development of new economic and business development models that grow community wealth (ex: co-ops);
Assist in building collaborations and cultivating partnerships, particularly with implementation partners and influential city and state leaders;
Provide feedback and content when needed on marketing and communications strategies.

JOB SPECIFICS

The successful candidate is required to have:

Minimum seven years demonstrated related or relevant experience (particularly in at least two of the following areas – economic development, fundraising, government relations, marketing);
Exemplary project management skills;
An ability to problem-solve creatively;
Exemplary work ethic;
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment;
Excellent computer skills;
Strong organizational skills;
Superior communication skills – written, verbal and interpersonal;
Ability to create and utilize spreadsheets;
Ability to find creative solutions and be adaptive to local constrictions;
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
Ability to work flexibly, including some evening and weekend hours.

The successful candidate may also demonstrate:

Experience in or awareness of economic development, community development, creative placemaking and placemaking strategies;
Ability to be self-directed and a self-starter;
Capacity to work well both independently and as part of a team of individuals with a range of specialties;
Creative thinking and problem solving;
Ability and passion for building group cohesion and motivating others to action;
The ability to prioritize tasks and follow consistent routines;
Strong interpersonal skills – listening, patience, empathy;
An ability to adapt communication skills to a variety of stakeholders;
Experience working with and serving stakeholders across lines of race, class, education, generation and sexual orientation;
Knowledge of Wilmington and West Center City.

OTHER JOB INFORMATION

This position includes full benefits (health, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance). There is no relocation allowance. Delaware residency is required. Salary is commensurate with experience. Much of the work will take place in the downtown Wilmington neighborhoods of West Center City and Quaker Hill.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Further information about Wilmington Renaissance Corporation can be found atwww.bigideaswilmington.com. Further information about Creative District Wilmington can be found at www.creativedistrictwilm.com.

To Apply

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please send cover letter and resume to jobs@bigideaswilmington.com and place the job title “Deputy Managing Director” in the subject line. Application by letter or phone call will not be accepted. APPLICATION DEADLINE: JULY 31, 2016

Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field

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Executive Director

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The New Century Trust is based at a National Historic Landmark site in Center City Philadelphia. Today, through public programs and partnerships and a grants program for organizations conducting girl’s leadership development, NCT seeks to educate the public about women’s history and contemporary issues that impact women and girls in the Philadelphia region. (see www.newcenturytrust.org) To carry out the mission and expand and enhance its reach and sustainability, the New Century Trust is seeking an Executive Director to ensure that the organization has the resources necessary for sustainability.

This is an interim position for six months with potential for permanent placement as Executive Director. The Interim Executive Director works closely with the Board of Directors and supervises a fulltime Historic Site Administrator. The position is 32 hours/week, working on-site at 1307 Locust Street. There are no benefits associated with the position at this time. Salary range of $25-39/hour commensurate with qualifications and experience.

This is an exciting opportunity to transform an organization from volunteer- to staff-led and advance a mission to make a real difference in the community. The Executive Director will work with a small, committed Board of Directors to preserve a building, administer a grants program, and plan and execute an array of public programs and educational events.

The successful candidate will:

Have experience in non-profit management with the ability to think strategically while also remaining exceptionally detail-oriented and committed to creating organization and structure.
Have a collaborative management style with a track record for successfully managing volunteers and committees, and will show flexibility and readiness to both lead and support the team.
Meet a high standard of professional conduct and ethical behavior that will enhance the mission of the organization.
Have knowledge of best practices and demonstrated experience in fundraising (particularly individual donors and events).
Be knowledgeable and have experience in the management of financial systems with ability to read, analyze and interpret financial reports.
Have superior written and oral communication skills
Be ready and willing to represent the New Century Trust’s mission at public occasions and networking events.
Show interest in and support for women’s history and contemporary issues.
Be organized and demonstrate the ability to prioritize customer service and donor support.

Job Requirements include:

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a senior management role within a nonprofit institution with primary responsibility for fundraising
Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree preferred
Computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office programs, internet access, donor databases, social media, website management and spreadsheet applications
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Ability to focus on details and prioritize myriad tasks
Ability to climb stairs, lift and carry 25 pounds

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter addressed to the Executive Committee and resume to NCTSearch@gmail.com before 5:00 P.M. on July 29, 2016.

Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree preferred

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Project Analyst

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TRA provides management and technical consulting services to the transportation industry, especially in public transit operations, safety, security, and maintenance. TRA’s work includes safety program development, federal and state regulatory compliance assessments, and transit agency systems analyses. TRA provides its clients with detailed written findings and recommendations based on detailed reports, data, and both quantitative and qualitative analyses.

Project Analyst Position Description

Project Analyst is TRA’s base-level consulting position. Project Analyst candidates are welcome to apply for either TRA’s Philadelphia office or its Atlanta office, and will work with TRA’s staff there, and with personnel in Philadelphia, Atlanta, New York, Florida, and Washington, DC. The position will support several current Philadelphia- and Atlanta-based projects, and will also travel to support other TRA projects in the United States. The Project Analyst supports TRA’s consulting staff and their highly varied, technical field work. Responsibilities will include participating in client interviews, field assessments and observations, and documentation of business processes; writing and editing substantial reports and proposals, based on a wide variety of sources and inputs; interpreting and editing client documentation and procedures; providing data, information, and analyses for use by TRA project managers; and developing spreadsheets, presentations, and databases. The position answers primarily to TRA personnel, but also will interface with TRA clients in both public and private sectors. This Analyst will join a staff of seven other Analysts who are involved in multiple projects, with multiple groups of coworkers, at any given time. The Project Analyst often also works independently and will be expected to continuously learn about all aspects of public transportation operations, maintenance, and management.

Project Analyst Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree is required. An advanced degree or associated work experience are welcome, and would be compensated accordingly. Candidates with experience in transportation, engineering, planning, or similar disciplines are often successful, however applicants with similar or parallel backgrounds will be considered. Knowledge of or interest in public transportation operations, maintenance, or safety is a plus, but not required. Familiarity with Safety Management Systems (SMS) in any industry is beneficial, as is knowledge of Federal Transit Administration or US Department of Transportation requirements.

Project Analyst candidates must be detail-oriented, organized, and flexible. Candidates must have excellent written and verbal communications skills, strong ability for critical thinking, and an excellent capacity to analyze, understand, and incorporate technical information. Candidates must also be able to think creatively about data and how to present it as useful and engaging information, both for external and internal use. Candidates must be able work independently and interface regularly with a wide range of clients. Successful Project Analysts must be outgoing, engaging, and social, and must actively look for ways they can help the TRA team. A TRA Project Analyst must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Database and MS Project experience is a plus.

This TRA Project Analyst position based in Philadelphia, but frequent short-term travel is required, as dictated by current projects. Position is salaried, and is based on an approximately 50-hour work week. Schedule and total hours will vary depending on current assignments. Job progression is encouraged, and opportunities for professional advancement within TRA may be available for successful Analysts. Tell us why you are the right person for TRA’s Project Analyst position – send your qualifications and an expression of interest to consultingpositions@traonline.com.

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