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Program and Communications Associate
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Community Planner
| Job Category | Community Development and Redevelopment |
| Job Level | Entry (0–1 year) |
| Salary Range | $26,250 – $57,750 per annum; excellent benefits. |
| AICP Certification | Not Required |
Job Description
The Lehigh Valley Planning Commission (LVPC) is looking to hire an Entry Level Community Planner to provide regional and community planning services for the Lehigh Valley community. The successful candidate will assist with comprehensive and subarea planning projects addressing complex, sometimes politically sensitive issues. The LVPC Community Planning Section is responsible for the Regional Comprehensive Plan, specific community plans and special planning projects, subdivision and land development review, community ordinance analysis, supports the Planning Commission and leads cross departmental planning and policy efforts.
Team members act as community consultants with a high degree of independence and provide direct guidance to the LVPC leadership, other LVPC sections, boards and commissions, and the public. Team members are expected to be highly capable communicators and collaborators that work well with complex, multifaceted problems that require innovative solutions. The LVPC Team is entrepreneurial, innovative, highly motivated, cross-disciplinary and committed to effectively planning for and responding to 21 st century needs. Complete Job Description available at www.lvpc.org or by calling (610) 264-4544. EOE.
| Contact Information | |
| Contact Name | Tracy Oscavich |
| Phone | 610-264-4544 |
| Fax | |
| toscavich@lvpc.org | |
| Website | www.lvpc.org |
| Postal Address | Lehigh Valley Planning Commission 961 Marcon Blvd, Suite 310 Allentown, PA 18109 |
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Junior Grants Coordinator
| Job Category | Community Development and Redevelopment |
| Job Level | Mid I (1-4 years) |
| Salary Range | $19.56 hourly |
Job Description
Assist the Director of Planning & Community Development with a wide range of community development activities, including, but not limited to housing rehabilitation, economic development, historic preservation & infrastructure restoration. Must have grant research/management exp. in community development. Must have ability to work effectively with community groups, specific interest groups as well as Municipal Council and Administration.
Proficient computer skills; financial/record keeping skills. Writing sample required.
Bachelor’s Degree and/or 3-5 years progressively responsible Planning & Development grant exp.; any equivalent of education and exp.
| Contact Information | |
| Contact Name | Darlene Norwood |
| Phone | |
| Fax | 610-270-3195 |
| dnorwood@norristown.org | |
| Website | www.norristown.org |
| Postal Address | 235 E. Airy Street Norristown, PA 19401 |
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Planning Internships
Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) is seeking to fill multiple internships over the summer 2016 semester. Position details and descriptions can be found on our website: http://www.dvrpc.org/HumanResources/Internships.htm.
To apply, submit a cover letter and resume to resumes@dvrpc.org.
| Contact Information | |
| Contact Name | Beth Wichser |
| Phone | 2152382843 |
| Fax | 2155929125 |
| resumes@dvrpc.org | |
| Website | /www.dvrpc.org/HumanResources/Internships.htm |
| Postal Address | 190 N. Independence Mall West |
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Director of Planning
| Job at a Glance | |
| Job Category | Other topics not covered above |
| Job Level | Executive (10+ years) |
| Salary Range | Based on experience and qualifications |
| AICP Certification | Required |
Job Description
The City of Jersey City is searching for a candidate to take charge of the highly successful and productive City Planning Division (staff of 12). Minimum Requirements are possession a Masters Degree in City Planning from an APA accredited college or university and 10 years of experience in city planning. The successful candidate will have demonstrated leadership capabilities, significant accomplishments in the field and an ability to communicate the complexities of the planning process to a diverse audience. Additionally, a thorough knowledge of and experience with New Jersey’s land use and redevelopment laws will provide a significant advantage. Technical skills in GIS and CAD are also highly desirable. The City is seeking an individual with the proven ability to balance the needs of the market and the desires of the community with the requirements of the laws and principles of urban planning and development. The possession of a New Jersey Professional Planner’s license is required, as is certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners.
The possession of a New Jersey Professional Planner’s license is required, as is certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners.
For more information and to apply online, visit http://www.jerseycitynj.gov/planningdirector
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Dean, School of Public Affairs and Administration
Contact person:
Robin Mamlet and Khalilah Lawson
Phone:
Leslie Donahue at 630-575-6178
Email:
RUNSPAA@wittkieffer.com
Location:
Newark, NJ
Rutgers University – Newark (RU-N), one of the nation’s foremost urban research universities, seeks a dean for the School of Public Affairs & Administration (SPAA) to lead its faculty and programs, many of which are currently among the most distinguished in the nation.
The School of Public Affairs & Administration is a particularly important one to Rutgers – Newark as RU-N pursues its strategic vision as an anchor institution to the City of Newark and to Greater-Newark, and as a national leader in publically engaged scholarship and research. The school’s strong interdisciplinary culture, 17 tenured and tenure-track faculty and seven non-tenure track full-time faculty, 189 undergraduate majors, 554 MPA students, and 36 Ph.D. students, sit at the heart of RU-N’s mission.
The new dean of the School of Public Affairs & Administration will provide leadership to the school’s faculty as they define the vision shaping the future of the school in academic, research, community and public engagement, and resource development activities. As the academic and administrative leader for the school, the dean will set the standard for its intellectual engagement and accomplishment; provide strategic vision and operational leadership to all aspects of the academic and scholarly program, linking its vision, policies, and goals to the strategic vision for the university; and further foster an environment and community that supports the school’s faculty and students. In particular, the dean will assure that the school continues to serve its students with academic programs of the highest quality and effectiveness, promoting excellence through diversity in undergraduate and graduate programs and faculty recruitment. Supporting the university’s research mission, the dean will promote opportunities to advance the scholarly activities of the faculty, including helping secure extramural funding in support of faculty research. In pursuing these responsibilities, the dean, who reports to the chancellor of Rutgers University – Newark, will work collaboratively with the chancellor, the executive vice-chancellor and provost, and other senior administrators, deans, and department chairs at the university.
Candidates should possess an earned doctorate or other terminal degree in their field. Whether currently in the academy or outside it, candidates must possess the academic credentials and experience that qualify them for appointment as a full professor with tenure in the school and enable them to be eminent leaders of the school’s faculty.
Just 10 years old, SPAA has emerged as offering stellar programs which already rank among the nation’s most highly regarded. The new dean will be the school’s second, and will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on this exceptional and young school, the university as a whole, and the role of engaged research and scholarship in a complex urban setting.
Inquiries, nominations, and applications are invited. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. The search is international in scope, and the search will remain open until the position is filled. Candidates should provide a curriculum vitaeand a letter of application that addresses the responsibilities andrequirements described in the leadership profile available atwww.wittkieffer.com. These materials should be sent electronically via e-mail to Rutgers’ consultants, Robin Mamlet and Khalilah Lawson, at email address,RUNSPAA@wittkieffer.com. The consultants can be reached by telephone through the desk of Leslie Donahue at 630-575-6178.
Rutgers University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other classification protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination, or any other terms and conditions of employment.
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Horticulture Programs Coordinator
The Barnes Foundation is seeking a part-time Horticulture Programs Coordinator to advance public engagement with the Barnes Foundation’s arboretum and living collections. Responsibilities encompass working with the Director of Education and related staff to develop, administer, and evaluate public programs; and identifying, hiring, and coordinating the activities of program presenters and instructors.
This is a part-time, 20 hour/week position; some evening and weekend hours may be required.
Established as an educational institution the Barnes Foundation carries out its mission by promoting appreciation of the arts and horticultural science, through the preservation, presentation, and interpretation of the collections of Albert C. and Laura L. Barnes.
Celebrated for its exceptional breadth, depth, and quality, the Barnes Foundation’s art collection includes works by some of the greatest European and American masters of impressionism, post-impressionist, and early modern art, as well as African sculpture, Pennsylvania German decorative arts, Native American textiles, metalwork, and more. The 12-acre Arboretum contains over 3,000 species of woody plants and trees.
The Foundation engages diverse audiences through its exceptional collections and related high-quality programs that reflect a broad range of periods and cultures and build on the founders’ innovative educational vision of transforming lives through the arts and horticulture.
Responsibilities:
- Under the supervision of the Director of Education, the coordinator develops and implements opportunities for the public to engage with the Barnes Foundation’s living collections, including tours, standalone programs, workshops, and courses. Tasks encompass interpretation for broad audiences as well as targeted constituencies such as members and alumni.
- Serves as a program presenter and/or course instructor as appropriate.
- Serves as a member of the cross-departmental Program Working Group.
- Tracks program attendance and participation, and evaluates the effectiveness of programming in meeting organizational goals in an on-going and thorough manner.
- Tracks programs’ financial outcomes, considering revenue generation, direct cost and indirect cost.
- As assigned, collaborates with Education staff to expand engagement with the Arboretum and living collections across Family and Community, K-12, and Adult Programs.
- In conjunction with Arboretum staff, the coordinator implements systems for public tours and a volunteer tour guide program (with associated training materials, training frameworks, evaluation tools, and continuing education).
- Collaborates with members of the External Affairs team on member and alumni programs.
- Performs other responsibilities as assigned.
Skills and Knowledge:
- Undergraduate degree or certification in botanical science, plant history, public garden management, or landscape design
- 2-3 years of relevant programming experience in an arboretum or public garden
- A strong understanding of the horticultural and public gardens fields
- Excellent interpersonal, communications, and public speaking skills
- The ability to engage experts from across the horticultural field
- The ability to coordinate people and projects in a creative and fast-paced, professional environment
- Excellent skills for working with diverse audiences, from experts to enthusiasts
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- The ability to manage a variety of tasks concurrently, while meeting established deadlines and changing priorities
- The ability to work independently while maintaining a commitment to teamwork and the advancement of team/departmental/institutional goals
- A commitment to providing exceptional service to visitors, members, students, faculty, and the general public
Competitive Benefits Include: 403(b) with matching contributions; pre-tax transit/parking benefits as well as paid vacation and sick leave.
To Apply
Please apply online:
Please upload your cover letter, resume and the names of three professional references with your application. Applications that fail to fulfill this requirement will not be accepted.
The Barnes Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. We participate in E-Verify.
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Associate
This entry-level position works closely with senior staff and project managers to help meet the planning and resource development needs of Fairmount’s nonprofit clients. Associates are responsible for research- and writing-intensive activities focused on both planning and execution, spanning Fairmount’s full range of services. The position is an ideal opportunity for someone who is intellectually curious, energized by conducting research to answer complex questions, and interested in exploring a career in nonprofit consulting and management. S/he enjoys being part of a diverse, multi-disciplinary team and excels at communicating with a diverse array of audiences and at meeting multiple deadlines and demands simultaneously. Core responsibilities include:
RESEARCH & ANALYZE—Research best practices, demographic data, market data, budget and fundraising data, foundations, and individual donor and board prospects; conduct key stakeholder interviews; synthesize research and identify themes and implications from research and interviews to support strategy development and execution.
WRITE—Develop proposals and collateral materials for foundations, corporations, and government funding sources through a mix of original writing and adaptation of existing proposals for resubmission; draft or adapt sections of findings, plan documents, needs assessments, concept papers, case statements, individual donor letters, and other client deliverables.
COMMUNICATE & MANAGE—Balance a diverse portfolio of 5-8 clients, with multiple internal and external deadlines; represent Fairmount to clients and stakeholders; proactively report findings, challenges, progress, etc., to team members; track work activities, data, and research.
Qualifications: Candidates will have a minimum bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Urban Studies, Communications, Economics) and at least one year of relevant paid work experience. The successful candidate will possess: excellent writing and editing skills; strong research, synthesis, and analytic skills; precise attention to detail;ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously; ability to work independently and as part of a team; and will be energized by an opportunity to serve Fairmount’s nonprofit clients.
Process: Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, relevant professional writing sample, three professional references, and responses to the questions below to info@fairmountinc.com. Please write “Associate” in the subject line. Writing samples and references from the applicant’s paid work experience are strongly preferred. Please limit written responses to these questions to two pages, total.
- What is your understanding of nonprofit consulting, and what aspects of it interest you most?
- What is an example from your recent work experience that illustrates why you are an especially good fit for this specific position?
- Why would taking a position at Fairmount be the right next step in your career?
- What unique skills and attributes would you bring to complement and expand our team?
- What’s something that’s not on your resume that is important to know about you?
Compensation: Starting salary $33,000; health benefits; 401(k) plan starting at 1-year anniversary
Start Date: April-May 2016
Fairmount Ventures is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to employing a diverse staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
How to apply
: Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, relevant professional writing sample, three professional references, and responses to the questions below to info@fairmountinc.com. Please write “Associate” in the subject line. Writing samples and references from the applicant’s paid work experience are strongly preferred. Please limit written responses to these questions to two pages, total.
- What is your understanding of nonprofit consulting, and what aspects of it interest you most?
- What is an example from your recent work experience that illustrates why you are an especially good fit for this specific position?
- Why would taking a position at Fairmount be the right next step in your career?
- What unique skills and attributes would you bring to complement and expand our team?
- What’s something that’s not on your resume that is important to know about you?
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Program Coordinator
About Our Community In Philadelphia, an estimated 131,000 homeowners cannot afford to maintain their homes. For many low-income homeowners, the cost of maintaining an aging home (Philadelphia has some of the oldest housing stock in the nation) is more than many families can manage. They spend as much as 50% of their limited income on home repairs, or are forced to choose between home repairs, buying food and medicine, or paying utility bills. The AmeriCorps Program Coordinator has allowed Rebuilding Together Philadelphia to increase its capacity to both repair more homes and conduct more repairs to make each home truly safe and healthy.
Summary of Position
The AmeriCorps Program Coordinator participates in all aspects of running our Block Build program at Rebuilding Together Philadelphia, from outreach to clients to managing inventory. This position is a great opportunity for someone who likes every day to be different and seeks experience in nonprofit program coordination. They meet with clients, organize logistics for rebuilding projects, and collect data. The AmeriCorps Program Coordinator works as part of our team to increase our capacity, efficiency, and quality of services.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Community outreach to current and future Block Build sites to gather homeowner applicants with local community partners. Includes: creating outreach materials, building partnerships, meeting with homeowners
- Volunteer management including placement and tracking of volunteers, assisting with rebuilding day management of volunteers on site, and follow-up with volunteers following rebuilding days
- Oversee general volunteers in completing direct hands-on repairs. Ensure that volunteers are trained in their task and have access to tools/materials, that proper safety procedures are being followed, that the work product is of good quality, and that volunteers enjoyed and feel appreciated for their service.
- Carry out direct energy efficiency repairs and upgrades, Occupational Therapy modifications, demo and other preparations for rebuilding projects and assisting skilled contractors as needed
- Arrange purchase and delivery of crucial project needs, including: tools and materials, personal protective equipment, dumpsters and other rented items, water and snacks. Maintain a system for warehouse inventory to allow bulk purchasing, the reuse or repurposing of tools/materials, and an efficient supply chain. Ensure routine maintenance of Rebuilding Together-owned tools between projects.
- Maintain a record-keeping system for program services, including client and project data. Coordinate homeowner intake and tracking. Including: managing requests for applications, conducting initial application review, coordinating technical home inspections, managing collection of intake documentation, and conducting homeowner orientations
- Conduct homeowner surveys pre- and post-build to enable RTP to keep track of short and long-term outcomes and determine client satisfaction
- Complete any paperwork and file closeout for each rebuilding project within the program. Take “before” and “after” photos of homes we improve
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred
- Experience with construction methods, home repair, and housing issues
- Comfort with speaking and presenting in front of groups
- Ability to work equally well on independent projects as well as on collaborative, team projects
- Bachelor’s Degree or trade certification
Required
- Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and use of internet
- Ability to function in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where each team member must balance being organized and detail-orientated with being flexible and keeping up with changing scopes of project work
- Ability to communicate in clear and encouraging language with a diverse community and staff—in writing, in person, and over the phone
- Some college or previous professional experience
Description of Physical Demands
The AmeriCorps Program Coordinator must be able to lift 50+ pounds on a regular basis as part of their responsibilities to complete direct hands-on repairs and assist with the delivery of materials and tools. The AmeriCorps Program Coordinator must be able to walk, climb stairs, stand, lift, and carry for extended periods of time.
Transportation Needs
- Valid driver’s license and driving record to allow use of affiliate-owned or –rented vehicles or trucks
- Comfort with driving and backing up a trailer (or willingness to learn)
Background Check
CapacityCorps members are required to pass an FBI criminal background check with fingerprints, applicable state background checks, and an NSOPW check. For more information about disqualifying findings, visit our FAQ’s on our website, www.rebuildingtogether.org/capacitycorps.
How to apply
Please fill out the application on the americorps website: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=60219&fromSearch=true
*Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis.
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