Account Manager – Commercial

 

Transportation Planner/Engineer, Office of Corridor Planning

Professional Area:
Civil Engineering
Transportation Planning
Experience:
1-3 years
Contact person:
Beth Wichser
Phone:
2152382843
Fax:
2155929125
Email:
resumes@dvrpc.org
Location:
Philadelphia, PA

This is a transportation planning position focused in transportation engineering and multi-modal planning for the Office of Transportation and Corridor Studies.  The employee will be an integral player in actively conducting innovative corridor and area studies in the 9-county greater Philadelphia region. This position requires both excellent technical abilities and an understanding of the planning process to advance creative concepts and ideas. The successful candidate will actively participate in problem identification and in developing improvement plans for multi-modal safety and mobility improvements. The position involves interacting with public and private sector agencies, decision-makers, and the general public as well as working cooperatively with other professionals on project teams.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement and coordinate multi-modal transportation projects, including specification of the problem, data collection and analysis, interpretation and reporting of results, and the development of recommendations and cost estimates for project implementation.
  • Conduct technical studies which evaluate the effectiveness of a transportation system (on a systems level) and then analyze alternative improvement strategies to determine how well they meet desired measures of effectiveness.
  • Use planning and engineering computer software such as geographic information system software, Highway Capacity Software, travel simulation software, and other techniques to evaluate corridor and area-specific traffic problems and develop solutions.
  • Prepare input data for simulation models. Tabulate travel simulation model outputs using basic GIS tools and tabular forms. Compare model results with current and historical data.
  • Prepare reports summarizing findings and recommendations of various studies, including text, tables, maps, charts, photos and other appropriate graphics, and presents results to technical committees and the public.
  • Make oral presentations to member governments and technical committees.
  • Provide technical assistance to member governments, consultants, and the public.
  • Conduct field views of project locations to compile an inventory of existing physical and operating conditions.
  • Organize and manage technical committee meetings.
  • Perform related work as required.

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of the principles, practices, and objectives of transportation engineering and transportation planning, and ability to relate this knowledge to the development and analysis of a regional transportation system and its components.
  • Experience with VISSIM or other traffic simulation software, such as Synchro, considered a plus.
  • Working knowledge of geographic information systems (GIS), graphics programs, word processing, spreadsheet software, and their applications.
  • Experience in conducting field surveys, data analysis, and system evaluation.
  • Knowledge of the socioeconomic factors involved in transportation planning.
  • Ability to organize, plan, and direct research projects.
  • Strong oral, writing, graphic, organization, and presentation skills to ensure efficient project delivery.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, planning officials, and the general public.

Minimum Experience & Training

ONE TO THREE YEARS of professional experience in transportation planning or engineering; and such training as may have been gained through graduation from a four year college/university, with major course work in Transportation Planning, Transportation or Civil Engineering, or a related discipline. A Master’s degree or internship/ co-op experience can be substituted for one year of experience.

Kiva City Philadelphia Fellow

Kiva City Philadelphia Fellow Job Description

Events Coordinator, (Seasonal)

Reports to: Community Relations Manager
Summary:
Bicycle Transit Systems is a national leader in urban bike share implementation and operations. With the most experienced team in the industry, Bike Transit Systems brings a data-driven approach to the planning, implementation, and operation of bike share programs. We pride ourselves on creating close partnerships with our municipal clients and delivering highly successful programs to the cities we serve.
In partnership with the City of Philadelphia, Bicycle Transit Systems launched Philadelphia’s Bike Share system, Indego, in April 2015 with 70 stations and 700 bikes. Expansion is planned for Spring 2016 growing the system to over 100 stations with 1,000 bikes. Our mission is to make bike share a healthy, easy, accessible and enjoyable way to get around Philadelphia.
The Events Coordinator, reporting directly to the Community Relationship Manager, is responsible for the direct coordination of Indego’s representation at over 100 community events this season (April-October). The Events Coordinator will schedule, manage, and support the Indego Street Team which consists of 20 seasonal employees charged with ensuring an enthusiastic, fun and diverse presence various events this season. The Street Team has already been hired and trained to provide on-street education, outreach and promote Passholder sales. Additionally, this position will assist with online engagement efforts via social media outlets and the Indego blog.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Schedule and attend events aimed at both existing program participants and recruitment of new members
  • Oversee Street Team schedule and event presence
  • Attend internal and external meetings regarding event logistics/planning, including coordination with customer service and operations team
  • Assist with the communications to bike share program participants through social media platforms including Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram and newsletter
  • Co-produce blog content on a weekly basis relevant to users
  • Maintain accurate records and prepare reports related to program activities
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or related field
  • Minimum 2 years of professional experience in business, marketing, event planning, or relatedfield
  • Experience in the health and wellness, active transportation and/or brand marketing industries preferred
  • Proven experience in establishing and managing community relationships
  • Experience with social media platforms
  • High proficiency in Excel, Word, Google Applications, and ability to learn new software
  • Excellent organization and written and verbal communication skills; ability to meet deadlines
  • Self-starter and problem solver
  • Entrepreneurial spirit, ability to thrive in a flexible and constantly changing environment
  • Excitement about bike share
  • Sense of humor
  • Valid driver’s license
Salary range
Full-Time Position
$17/hour, benefits available.
Full Time Benefits:
  • Health care
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Incentives for riding or walking to work
  • Discounts on bike parts and accessories
Type of Position
This position is full-time from April to October and requires weekend work. This position has opportunity for advancement. Weekly schedule will be Friday – Tuesday, work hours may vary.
To Apply
Applications must include a cover letter with a brief outline of your ability to meet the qualifications, your current resume and three references. All applications must be emailed to jobs@bicycletransit.com. Please include “Events Coordinator” in the subject line.

Vice President and Executive Director

ED Audubon PA Job Description

Manager of Intake and Residential Services

The Manager of Intake and Residential Services will have complete responsibility for all matters concerning People’s Emergency Center’s emergency and transitional housing facilities and related resident needs. The Manager of Intake and Residential Services is responsible for the direct residential needs of the clients and overseeing operational and staffing requirements for Residential Services. The Manager of Intake and Residential Services will conduct all emergency housing intakes, send referrals to the appropriate persons, and share pertinent client information with the social service team. The Manager plays an important part in vetting resident requests and concerns, facilitating appropriate communication between residents and residential staff, and ensuring appropriate action is taken. The manager routinely interacts with PEC’s residents and is an integral part of the social service team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Staff Management

Foster a working environment that is consistent with PEC’s mission and office protocols and ensure employees are performing at their optimal level

  • Train, supervise, and evaluate Residential Support Staff and make recommendations for any personnel action to the Director of Emergency and Transitional Housing
  • Ensure that all government or contract-mandated trainings are conducted for staff
  • Perform all administrative duties related to the management of the Residential Staff team

Service Delivery

  • Provide daily supervision of the Residential Support Staff and model the provision of trauma-informed care for PEC residents. Facilitate or schedule regular competency trainings for social service staff
  • Schedule and coordinate monthly Gloria’s Place and Rowan House Community meetings

Intake Recruitment & Processing

  • Inform the Office of Supportive Housing daily of any vacancies in Emergency Housing
  • Manage referrals from OSH, determine available space and ensure residential staff has prepared for the new intake’s arrival
  • Conduct intake and complete related paperwork within 24 hours of new resident’s arrival

Competencies:

  • Client/Customer Orientation
  • Constructive Conflict Resolution Skills
  • Oral and Written Communications
  • Organizing and Planning
  • Performance Management
  • Results Orientation
  • Team Leadership and Management

Required Education and Experience:

  • B.A. degree in Social Work or related field and previous supervision experience. Minimum 5 years of experience in social services required

Preferred Education and Experience:

  • Master’s degree in Social Work or related field
  • Previous experience in Residential Management
  • Three years’ Supervisory experience in a social service setting

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

Proven ability to work with very low-income families and teens impacted by histories of trauma.

Work Environment:

This job operates in an office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

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 frequently required to sit, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk, use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

Other Duties:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice

How to apply

Send resumes to jcrisomia@pec-cares.org

Executive Director

 

South Kensington Community Partners is a community-based nonprofit that is currently looking for a dynamic person to grow the organization. SKCP serves the residents and businesses of South/Olde Kensington. The mission of SKCP is to connect our community to resources, services, and opportunities, the land, and each other. We act as, and encourage others to become, engaged stewards of the neighborhood. We advocate for responsible development that builds upon the physical, social and economic fabric of the neighborhood. Our service area is Girard Ave. to Berks St., Front St. to 6th St.

 

Position Overview:

The Executive Director of SKCP works to ensure the goals, values and services of the organization are transmitted to and reflective of the residents within the service area. He/She will do this by working with the board to ensure program requirements are being met, develop a strategic and operational plan, and ensure its implementation once developed. The Executive Director will do this by working with staff and board to identify the highest and best use of office resources, identify funding, and develop implementation resources. The ideal candidate is resourceful, ambitious, has an entrepreneurial spirit and should have an interest in grassroots community organizing and a passion for empowering community residents. The Executive Director must be professional, customer-service oriented, organized, and have the skills necessary to work with a diverse group of people. He/she will work collaboratively with other program staff to pursue the mission, advance a common vision, and to grow SKCP’s capacity to be a high-performing organization. The Executive Director will maintain administrative standards, provide fiscal controls, direct fundraising efforts, and foster partnerships. A collaborative spirit is necessary in order to foster a cooperative work environment with other team members and the board.

 

Function:

The Executive Director will organize the programs and operations of the office, communicate and delegate day to day activities required for all office administration & operations. These responsibilities and duties are subject to change based upon the needs of the organization and at the Board’s directive. Following is a breakdown of the responsibilities; as this position encompasses a broad field, this list is not all-inclusive and is subject to amendments at any time.

 

Core Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Oversight and Direction for Organization: Identify and secure funding strategy to develop and implement a strategic plan for the organization. Work with the board to develop a strategic and operational plan and ensure its implementation once developed.
  • Grant Management & Solicitation: Provide development & fundraising functions for organization grant research, writing, program development, promotion, reporting]. Meet with funders. Discuss the goals and vision of the organization. Identify resources to support the goals of the organization through grant research, writing, donor solicitation, ad sales, etc. Secure funding for strategic planning.
  • Board Liaison: Provide weekly program updates, manage monthly reports and meeting documents. Disseminate information between staff & board and ensure that communication is a core piece of organizational culture. Work with Board President and staff to identify agenda needs for board meetings. Work with board & staff to review strategic plan and outline operational plan. Work with various committees to provide office support where needed.
  • Mission and Programs: Engage and the community in shaping and participating in the programs and goals of the organization.
  • Establish constructive working relationships and cooperative arrangements with city agencies, community groups, organizations and stakeholders.
  • Support the community residents, volunteers, and organizational committees in developing leadership, action, and engagement.
  • Develop and maintain an integrated communications plan to publicize the organization’s goals, programs, and events in effective way to other organizations and the community at large.
  • Execute the OHCD contract and related programming, communications, and reporting, in a timely and effective fashion.
  • Support, maintain, and grow all existing programming, including but not limited to land care, greening, zoning, planning, and other programs in development.
  • Develop and implement strategies for volunteer efforts and contributions to the organization.
  • Office Management: Create and maintain office procedures. Develop and maintain appropriate recordkeeping. Support the board & staff regarding programs and operations. Circulate minutes, agendas, reports etc. Provide weekly office reports to staff and board. Manage, coordinate and supervise staff, interns and volunteers to foster a collaborative, cooperative work environment.
  • Finance & Accounting: Supervise and coordinate development of an annual budget to be approved by the board in September. Work with the Finance Committee to see that reports and invoices are submitted in a timely manner to the board and funders. Monitor financial conditions of the organization. Analyze the cash flows of the organization and keep in contact with the Financial Control Committee and the Executive Committee. Coordinate contract negotiations and assure contract compliance. Provide financial management (payroll, budgeting, A/R + A/P, bookkeeping), monthly financial reports, banking. Provide monthly financial reports to the board including budget versus actual, projections, OHCD budget reports, and other financials by request.

 

Qualifications and requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 2-5+ years professional experience managing teams in a self-directed environment
  • Experience developing strategic, operational, and financial plans in conditions of uncertainty
  • Comfort working within ambiguity and able to chart a path forward despite challenging circumstances
  • Demonstrated ability to develop creative programming to fulfill a mission.
  • Grass Roots Community Organizing
  • Ability to organize and empower residents and build organizational coalitions
  • Ability to prioritize, multi task, and meet deadlines, independently, collaboratively, and as a manager
  • Comfort and familiarity with accounting, financial management, and building financial models
  • Proven track record of developing and obtaining significant financial resources to support the activities and growth of an organization
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, leadership ability, management skills, and self-motivation
  • Skill with modern computer tools, including Adobe suite, Google Docs, web and social media management, etc.
  • Spanish is a plus

 

Salary is commiserate with standards of small community-based nonprofits.

To apply, email cover letter and resume to etapp@southkensingtoncommunity.org

SKCP is an EOE

 

South Kensington Community Partners

1301 N. 2nd St.

Philadelphia, PA 19122

O: 215-427-3463

Program Controller

Title: Program Controller
Reports to: General Manager
Other Accountability: Corporate Controller and CFO
Location: Philadelphia, PA warehouse headquarters (Kensington neighborhood)
Summary:
Bicycle Transit Systems is a national leader in urban bike share implementation and operations. With the most experienced team in the industry, Bike Transit Systems brings a data-driven approach to the planning, our municipal clients and delivering highly successful programs to the cities we serve.
In partnership with the City of Philadelphia, Bicycle Transit Systems launched Philadelphia’s Bike Share the system to over 100 stations with 1,000 bikes. Our mission is to make bike share a healthy, easy, accessible and enjoyable way to get around Philadelphia.
While full charge bookkeeping is key in this position, the role is far greater, including development of budget and operational analyses that are responsive to the unique requirements of the City of Philadelphia. In addition, the Controller will provide first-line support for city operating teams, helping with general business practices that include budget and expense control, merchant banking, trade credit, and provide general oversight on the payroll/human resource function. The Controller will also act as the financial advisor to the General Manager.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Process accounts payable on a bi-weekly basis.
  • Record transactions in Quickbooks.
  • Prepare monthly sales invoices.
  • Gather financial data to complete reporting as required by the contract.
  • Work with the Corporate Controller to develop, refine and standardize accounting practices.
  • Advise and assist in the creation of budget and actual financial reports that are responsive to local reporting needs
  • Collaborate with the General Manager and other managers, helping resolve issues that arise and maintain overall financial control and data integrity.
  • Analyze monthly financial results to identify and resolve errors.
  • Perform accounting and budgeting tasks on a weekly basis.
  • Attend weekly meetings with the General Manager as required.
Qualifications:
  • College degree required – in accounting, or finance or business with convincing accounting emphasis
  • CPA or CMA strongly preferred
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting, auditing, financial analysis or similar role.
  • Proficiency in small business accounting is required, proficiency with QuickBooks preferred
  • High proficiency in Excel, Word, Google Applications, and ability to learn new software
  • Collaborative, service-focused management style and perspective
  • Ability to organize multiple projects, manage different personalities, demonstrate calm under pressure
  • Self-starter who rises to the challenge, with proven ability to create and implement efficient processes.
  • Maintain confidentiality, remain open to others’ ideas and exhibit willingness to try new things.
  • Demonstrate strong organization skills while adapting to changes in the work environment.
  • Dependability, timeliness, and ability to understand when to lead and when to listen.
  • Excitement and interest in bike sharing.
  • Positive attitude and sense of humor.
  • Job may require hours that exceed 8 hours per day and/or 40 hours per week.
  • May require bending, stooping, lifting up to 35 pounds.
Salary range
$70,000 annually commensurate with experience, plus benefits including health care.
Type of Position
Full-time, salaried.
To Apply
Applications must include a cover letter, a brief outline of your ability to meet the qualifications, your current resume, salary requirements and three references All applications must be emailed to jobs@bicycletransit.com. Please be sure to include the position title, “Program Controller”, in the subject line.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D

Executive Director

Executive Director

Delaware Highlands Conservancy

Hawley, Pennsylvania

The Delaware Highlands Conservancy seeks an Executive Director who will foster an environment of excellence in our high-functioning organization.  The Executive Director will build on our foundation of success by identifying and leveraging new opportunities that reflect our mission and our vision.

Leadership Attributes

Excellent listening skills ● strong writing and interpersonal communications skills ● teambuilding skills with an emphasis on achieving best results ● ability to multi-task ● organizational savvy ● ability to inspire as well as manage staff ● self-confidence with a healthy dose of “down-to-earth” collaborative leadership style ● an “on time, on budget” mentality ● personal integrity, honesty, and trustworthiness

Qualifications and Experience

·         Five years non-profit leadership experience in the conservation arena

·         Demonstrated commitment to land conservation and open space preservation

·         Knowledge of land protection techniques, including the use of conservation easements, real property and tax law, and land-use planning techniques

·         Demonstrated adherence to land trust accreditation standards

·         Exemplary relationship-building skills: ability to work with a wide range of partners, including volunteers, landowners, business, foundation and civic leaders, as well as conservation organizations, foundations, and government agencies

·         Experience leading, mentoring, motivating, and directing a team of skilled professionals

·         Proven success in Development, including donor relations, general fund-raising, high-profile donor recruitment, and overall revenue generation

·         Strategic planning and implementation track record that demonstrates creativity, flexibility, and inspiration

·         Strong communication skills, grasp of social media, ability to represent the organization, its vision, and its mission

·         Strong business management skills

·         Graduate degree preferred; a BA/BS in a related field, post graduate training or a degree related to land conservation/ecology, fund raising, community planning or nonprofit management is a plus

·         Computer proficiency–Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, data management systems

Travel throughout the region is required. Weekend/evening work is required. Flexible hours, 36-hour work week, health insurance and other benefits.

The Executive Director Position

The Executive Director is the Chief Executive Officer of the Delaware Highlands Conservancy and reports directly to the President of the Board of Directors.

The Executive Director is responsible for all operations and programs of the Conservancy, with particular focus on land preservation initiatives, including conservation easements and long-term stewardship of protected lands.  Membership development, fund-raising, program development and program implementation are critically important.  The Executive Director is responsible for maintaining the Conservancy’s Land Trust Alliance accreditation, while overseeing financial management, hiring and supervision of staff, recruitment and assignment of volunteers, community outreach and public relations.  The Executive Director must work closely with an active volunteer Board of Directors, and build strong partnerships in the conservation field and throughout the region.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The Executive Director:

·         is responsible for Conservancy operations, including personnel management, building and grounds, day-to-day office operations, financial management, and record keeping and retention;

·         mentors staff through all aspects of land protection activities, from initial outreach to ongoing stewardship;

·         drives a coordinated development strategy, and directly cultivates and solicits donations and grants;

·         supports Board function and effectiveness, communicating with and sharing advice and assistance with the Board;

·         oversees financial management, ensuring that all financial record keeping is compliant with regulations, accountable, and transparent;

·         operates as the face of the organization, and oversees communication with all stakeholders through personal appearances, and oversight of all media presence;

·         identifies and evaluates new initiatives and special projects and ensures that the Three Year Strategic Plan is current and up to date and

·         maintains the Conservancy’s Land Trust Alliance Accreditation ensuring that all Standards and Practices are approached as “the way we do business”.

The Conservancy

The Delaware Highlands Conservancy, based in Hawley, Pennsylvania (with field offices in Bethel, New York and Lackawaxen, Pennsylvania) is a twenty-one year-old accredited land trust dedicated to preserving the natural heritage and quality of life in the Upper Delaware region in partnership with landowners and local communities.  The region encompasses Sullivan and Delaware counties in New York, and Pike and Wayne counties in Pennsylvania, and includes the headwaters of the water supply for both New York City and Philadelphia.  A non-profit 501(c)3 land trust governed by a volunteer Board of Directors, the Conservancy has a motivated, full-time professional staff of six, a core of committed volunteers, and an operating budget of $600,000.  The Conservancy holds more than eighty easements, protecting over 14,000 acres, and sponsors an ambitious portfolio of educational and outreach programs.  Complete details on the Conservancy’s activities can be found atwww.DelawareHighlands.org.

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To be considered for this exciting position, please send a cover letter, salary expectations and resume to the Search Committee via ApplyConservancy@gmail.com with the subject line: Executive Director.

Deadline for applications is March 31, 2016.

The Delaware Highlands Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Land Protection Coordinator

Land Protection Coordinator

Delaware Highlands Conservancy

Deadline: Open until filled

Based in Hawley, Pennsylvania (with field offices in Bethel, New York and Lackawaxen, Pennsylvania) the Delaware Highlands Conservancy is an accredited land trust dedicated to conserving the natural heritage and quality of life in the Upper Delaware River region in partnership with the region’s landowners and communities. This region encompasses Sullivan and Delaware Counties, New York as well as Pike and Wayne Counties, Pennsylvania.   Established in 1994, the Conservancy has helped to protect over 14,000 acres throughout the region.

The Conservancy is expanding its land protection team of three and seeks an additional full-time professional in support of specific, newly funded, land protection projects.

Responsibilities include management of all aspects of conservation easement and agricultural easement projects from initial meeting with landowner through negotiation, closing, and ongoing monitoring and stewardship, along with coordinating land conservation events, programs and outreach for both landowners and professionals.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years experience in the conservation field, passion for the environment, familiarity with land protection tools and land use planning, a college degree in environmental studies, land use planning or related field, computer proficiency including some experience with GPS data collection and ESRI ArcGIS mapping software, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, along with strong detail orientation and verbal communication, organizational and time management skills.

The candidate must be able to work independently as well as in a team. Previous experience with a land trust is a plus.  Position may be based in the NY or PA office.  Travel throughout the region is required.  Flexible hours and generous vacation package is offered.

Job Description:

  • Assist with conservation transactions.  Present conservation options, discuss benefits of easement and work through the process with landowners.  Entails all aspects from visiting the property, assessing the conservation values, drafting the easement, presenting to the Land Protection Committee, following up with the landowner, working with legal counsel, and maintaining the filing system to ensure all aspects of the negotiations and property benefits are documented.

  • Partner with other conservation organizations and County Planning groups to conduct outreach to landowners and municipalities.

  • Manage grants and funding sources for aspects of land protection and outreach work conducted through the Conservancy.

  • Assist with development and implementation of landowner and stewardship educational events.

For more information on the Conservancy, please visit us online at www.delawarehighlands.org.

Please note: salary range is $35,000 – $45,000 depending on experience, with medical coverage and other benefits provided. Position is open until filled.

To apply, please send cover letter, resume and salary expectations to:

Sue Currier, Executive Director

Delaware Highlands Conservancy

P.O. Box 218

Hawley, PA  18428

Email:  sue@delawarehighlands.org with subject line: Land Protection Coordinator