The Lincoln Institute of Land Policy is looking for a Program Assistant to support work on teams advancing a cross section of goals, namely low-carbon, climate resilient communities and regions, reduced poverty and spatial inequality, and municipal fiscal health. The Program Assistant will support ongoing activities within these goals areas through event planning, contract management, editing, dissemination, and research tasks.

The Program Assistant will support several areas of activity across Lincoln’s programmatic work. It will range from ongoing support for: the Institute’s emerging climate change campaign; climate resilience and migration initiatives; and networks like the Legacy Cities Initiative and the Consortium for Scenario Planning to work on more discrete projects like Lincoln’s local housing affordability RFP and accompanying symposium. Projects will be assigned based on need and the Program Assistant’s experience and interests.

The Lincoln Institute has a strong commitment to practicing racial equity in both our internal and external work. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

This is a full-time position @ 37.5 hours/week located in Cambridge, MA, COVID permitting, reporting to the Director, Climate Strategies with a dotted line to the Associate Director, Reduced Poverty and Spatial Inequality.

See the full job posting at https://jobs.lever.co/lincolninst.

Job Description

• Conducts and oversees economic impact analyses and designs programs to advance regional economic development. Participates in writing and implementing the region’s Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy.
• Designs and conducts primary and secondary research; analyzes data collected. Comments on economic development elements of local comprehensive plans and the economic impacts of developments of regional impact applications. Conducts outreach to business owners, collaborates with stakeholders on economic development projects, and provides technical assistance to local and regional entities seeking economic development funds and resources.
• Designs engagements for intensive technical assistance to towns on economic development challenges that are multifaceted in nature, touching on economics, land use and resource planning, and transportation. Participates and leads multi-disciplinary project teams providing support and recommendations to public officials to advance regional goals.
• Requires an ability to manage and coordinate projects and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of public and private groups. Requires independent judgment, and initiative and superior communication and organization skills.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in economics, urban or regional planning, public administration, plus five years of experience in economic development at the local, regional, or state level; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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Please apply online at https://www.barnstablecounty.org/barnstable-county/employment-opportunities

Job Description

• Conducts and oversees economic impact analyses and designs programs to advance regional economic development. Participates in writing and implementing the region’s Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy.
• Designs and conducts primary and secondary research; analyzes data collected. Comments on economic development elements of local comprehensive plans and the economic impacts of developments of regional impact applications. Conducts outreach to business owners, collaborates with stakeholders on economic development projects, and provides technical assistance to local and regional entities seeking economic development funds and resources.
• Designs engagements for intensive technical assistance to towns on economic development challenges that are multifaceted in nature, touching on economics, land use and resource planning, and transportation. Participates and leads multi-disciplinary project teams providing support and recommendations to public officials to advance regional goals.
• Requires an ability to manage and coordinate projects and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of public and private groups. Requires independent judgment, and initiative and superior communication and organization skills

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in economics, urban or regional planning, public administration, plus five years of experience in economic development at the local, regional, or state level; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

For additional information please visit https://capecodcommission.org/about-us/employment

Self-Help is seeking a Development, Policy and Impact Officer I to join our team! The Development, Policy and Impact (DPI) Associate I performs a key role in securing funding to support Self-Help’s community initiatives and programming. While this work includes prospecting and developing relationships with potential funding sources as well as stewarding relationships with existing funders, greater emphasis will be placed on writing proposals and preparing reports as needed for a range of funding opportunities. Additionally, the DPI Associate is accountable for maintaining accurate and current data in our proprietary CRM system and in supporting the broader data infrastructure used to convey the impact of Self-Help’s programs and initiatives. The position is currently open but we would be willing to wait until post-graduation for the right candidate.

Bike Durham is a local non-profit sustainable transportation advocacy organization. Our vision is a transportation system that is safe, affordable, and sustainable for everyone, regardless of who they are or where they live. Through events, advocacy, and education, we empower everyone to walk, bike, or ride transit more often.

Bike Durham is seeking to contract with an individual to coordinate community outreach activities for a safe streets project in the Old West Durham and Watts Hospital-Hillandale neighborhoods this spring. We project that the work will be an estimated 250-300 hours (20-25 hours per week), beginning as soon as possible and completed by May 31.

The planned activities include:
Initial neighborhood meetings – large and small forums to hear from one another, identifying and documenting areas of concern and opportunity. This will include activities specifically directed at engaging youth, as well as adults.
Neighbor Walk Audits of the identified areas of concern and opportunity
Neighborhood Planning meetings – Plan for and select application of tactical urbanism or possible Shared Street Implementations to calm traffic in the neighborhoods

This position(s) will work closely with the Bike Durham executive director, volunteer leaders of the Old West Durham and Watts Hospital-Hillandale Neighborhood Associations, and City of Durham Transportation department staff.

Who We are Looking For
We are looking for an independent contractor(s) with the following qualifications:

Experience
Previous paid or volunteer experience with community outreach in diverse communities
Meeting organization and facilitation experience
Experience working on traffic safety issues preferred, but not required

Personal Attributes
Enthusiasm to work with residents and business owners
Desire to engage diverse communities in discussion of traffic safety issues
Outgoing personality and ability to build relationships and trust with diverse communities reflected in Durham
Experience and comfort working in racially and economically diverse communities
Ability to plan, execute, manage and evaluate programs
Ability to organize and empower volunteers
Ability to represent Bike Durham at public meetings and events
Strong verbal and written communication
Self-motivator who is able and excited to work in a less structured environment
Works independently and collaboratively
Excellent time management skills and the ability to execute plans under tight deadlines
Has integrity, dedication, drive, diplomacy

Preferred Attributes (not required)
Experience with, or knowledge of, walk audits
Knowledge of, or relationship with, safe walking or bicycling street design
Experience using software such as: ActionNetwork, Microsoft, and Google Suite
Knowledge of the communities in Durham
Proficiency in Spanish is desired

Compensation, Hours, and Term
Bike Durham is seeking an independent contractor(s) to fulfill this role at a rate of $20 per hour for 300 hours. Since this is a contract position, we are not able to offer any benefits. We estimate that delivering on our scope of services will require an average of 20-25 hours per week for 10-12 weeks. The daily schedule will be flexible and set by the independent contractor(s) considering the needs of the Old West Durham and Watts Hospital-Hillandale neighborhoods. Our funding comes through a grant with the Duke Office of Community Affairs. The term of this contract will run through May 31, 2022.

To Submit Your Qualifications
Please send a one-page cover letter, a resume, and three references to contracts@bikedurham.org. We will not contact your references without your permission.
In your cover letter please explain your qualifications for this work, why you are interested in this contract with Bike Durham, and your relevant past experience. Please combine all three documents into a single pdf and save with your name “Safe_Streets” in the file name.
We will accept submissions of qualifications on a rolling basis and hope to contract with the most qualified contractor before March 11, 2022.

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Description
HORNE seeks experienced community development professionals to work within the Government Services practice group supporting post-disaster recovery and mitigation efforts. Successful applicants should have a minimum of 4 years’ experience with Community Development Block Grant- Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) programs, management, compliance and/or policy; Mitigation Programs or similar Federally funded Programs.

You will work with senior staff, subject matter experts, and junior staff to provide holistic CDBG support, including but not limited to program or project troubleshooting, process improvements, audit and QA/QC reviews, financial management, technical assistance, policy and procedure development support for post-disaster recovery and mitigation implementation.

Key Functions
• Provide authoritative guidance and expertise on Federal regulations (CDBG-DR/MIT, cross-cutting Federal requirements, Duplication of Benefits, etc.) and translating them into the implementation of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) disaster recovery (DR) and mitigation (MIT) programs.
• Work as part of a team providing expert regulatory and compliance services to support CDBG- DR and CDBG-MIT efforts. Provide guidance on multiple aspects of program policy and program implementation activities such as CDBG-DR and MIT eligibility, National Objectives, and best practices.
• Develop complex written materials, including Action Plans, Action Plan Amendments, Program Guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures, Policies, and Memorandums, in compliance with federal and state regulations; developing technical documents.
• Assist in processing, developing, and reviewing policies, including changes and updates as published in the Department of Housing and Urban Development Federal Register Notices.
• Provide policy, compliance and other relevant training to staff and vendor personnel.
• Review programs and processes collaboratively with Program Leads to identify, document and improve areas of opportunity.
• Work with HORNE subject matter experts to communicate the Federal regulations that apply to natural disaster recovery or mitigation programs.
• Monitor projects/contracts for compliance with all federal, CDBG-DR, CDBG-MIT, state and program regulations.
• Work collaboratively within team, relevant project staff and consultants to provide technical assistance, insight, and expertise, as needed.

Core Competencies
• Collaboration
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
• Team player with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel)
• Previous experience in housing, community development, mitigation, natural disaster recovery or similar projects.
• Knowledge of Federal mitigation and/or disaster recovery programs and policies (CDBG, CDBG-DR, Cross Cutting Federal Requirements etc.) and changing requirements
• Self-starter dedicated to providing quality work in timely manner

Work environment
• Remote
• Office environment / HORNE Offices

Physical demands
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Travel required
• Up to 50% or more, as needed.

Required education and experience
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university.
• Four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Mid to senior level program management experience with disaster recovery and/or mitigation programs of federally funded housing, economic development and/or infrastructure programs.
• Extensive knowledge of HUD rules, regulations and notices governing CDBG, CDBG-DR and CDBG-MIT funds.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel)

Preferred education and experience
• Advanced degree in business administration, urban planning, finance, law, or similar fields.
• Relevant experience in: policy and compliance, emergency management, disaster recovery, mitigation, community planning, federally funded programs.
• Relevant program experience in: housing, economic development, and/or infrastructure
• Knowledge of other federally funded programs, including but not limited to: HOME, LIHTC, Housing Trust Fund, Public Housing, SBA, FEMA.
• Fully Bilingual (English & Spanish)

HORNE Values…
• A forward-thinking, anticipatory professional driven by a passion to pursue your full potential and dreams.
• A work environment that promotes collaboration, consistency and community service to empower people.
• An inclusive culture that promotes career/life integration and invests in developing people in areas of focused expertise.

HORNE Offers…
• An unrivaled distinctive, special culture that values collaboration, innovation and positive energy which HORNE calls the Wise Firm ©.
• A team of professionals grounded in strong, personal relationships and a sense of belonging to a common purpose for adding value and making a difference.
• A dedicated team of individuals from diverse backgrounds working together to leave our clients better than we found them.

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Do you want to work with a dynamic, flexible organization engaged in meaningful endeavors to better Boston?

Does a passion for equity and community motivate you personally and professionally?

Are you looking to grow your skills through exciting projects and with experienced colleagues?

Dorchester Bay Economic Development Corporation (Dorchester Bay EDC) seeks an experienced Senior Real Estate Project Manager to join our real estate development team. Dorchester Bay EDC is an active and established community development corporation that serves the northern Dorchester and Roxbury neighborhoods of Boston.

The Organization and its Programs

Dorchester Bay EDC acts to build a strong, thriving and diverse community in Boston’s Dorchester neighborhoods. We develop, preserve and sustain affordable housing for rent and for ownership. We create commercial and economic development opportunities. We build community through community organizing and civic engagement activities. We are focused on the concepts of equitable development without displacement and providing opportunities for economic mobility.

Since our founding in 1979, Dorchester Bay EDC has developed and preserved over 1100 units of rental and homeownership housing and 200,000 square feet of commercial space. We have created around 1,000 jobs and involved more than 1,500 young people in after school leadership development and organizing activities. We are one of Boston’s oldest and most established community development organizations with an annual operating budget of more than $5 million and a staff of 27. Dorchester Bay EDC has $61.8 million in assets and owns or manages a rental portfolio with total assets of $185 million.

Real Estate Development at Dorchester Bay EDC

Dorchester Bay EDC has an active pipeline of transformative real estate development projects, including both commercial and residential developments. Dorchester Bay EDC’s active projects include its first Passive House at 9 Leyland Street and the first affordable senior housing project in our neighborhood, as well as Columbia Crossing, a joint venture project that will catalyze the revitalization of Upham’s Corner into an Arts and Innovation District. Dorchester Bay EDC has recently completed the Indigo Block, along with two partners, on a vacant, 2.7-acre site adjacent to the Upham’s Corner Station of the Fairmont Line. The Indigo Block plan, created through an extensive community process, and developed with both for-profit and nonprofit partners, includes 89 units of mixed income housing, as well as 24,000 square feet of light industrial and office space. As gentrification and displacement continue in Upham’s Corner, the development of Indigo Block delivers counterbalancing affordable housing and equitable jobs to the neighborhood. Dorchester Bay EDC leads local equitable development, ensuring that residents and local small businesses can remain and thrive in the neighborhood.

There are opportunities for a Senior Project Manager to grow with our real estate development department, taking on increasing responsibility. Professional development opportunities are strongly supported by the organization. The Senior Project Manager will report to the Director of Real Estate Development and will collaborate with real estate department team members as well as other staff within Dorchester Bay EDC. We consider ourselves a fun team to work with as we do important work to preserve and revitalize an important community hub in Boston’s largest neighborhood.

Our Ideal Candidate

The Ideal Senior Project Manager will be a person who possesses a variety of these experiences and attributes:

* Experienced project manager – demonstrated skills and experience in many of the phases of residential or mixed-use real estate development, ranging from project conceptualizing through assembly of financing, management of loan closings, construction management oversight, and coordination of project lease up.
* Dedicated community developer – a grounding in and commitment to community-based development, preferably in low- and moderate-income urban neighborhoods.
* Team coordinator – goal oriented, hands-on manager who can prioritize and drive multiple tasks to completion, while coordinating the activities of development team members, including construction personnel, architects, lawyers, and partners.
* Strong communicator – ability to communicate well and build working relationships with other staff members, partners, consultants, funders, and community members.
* Entrepreneurial thinker and decision maker – entrepreneurial spirit and willingness to think creatively to solve problems and move projects along in a timely fashion.

Technical Skills and Qualifications:

* B.A. in design, city planning, business or related field preferred.
* Three to five years of directly applicable work experience; additional work experience may be substituted for degrees.
* Familiarity with complex financing structures, preferably including Low Income Housing Tax Credits and related funding, preferably in Massachusetts.
* Some knowledge of real estate project management and lease up.
* Excellent computer skills, including spreadsheet, word processing and internet skills.
* Spanish or Cape Verdean Creole skills a plus.

Compensation and Culture

* Our compensation package includes a highly competitive salary with generous paid time off, including three weeks of vacation per year with a fourth week added in fourth year of employment, 13 holidays per year, 3 personal days and 15 sick days annually. In addition, we pay into a 403B retirement program that does not require individuals to contribute, offer dental and vision coverage, and contribute to comprehensive medical insurance plan options.
* Dorchester Bay EDC is committed to providing a diverse, flexible and inclusive workplace. Staff are currently working from home due to COVID-19, and we expect to continue with some work from home opportunities.
* We encourage community engagement and participation, and offer up to one week of compensated time off to pursue volunteer projects or initiatives.

We seek candidates who embrace our mission and bring a sense of humor and passion to their work.

The Selection Process:

Please submit a cover letter, detailing your salary requirements and your qualifications for this position, along with a resume to https://annlsilverman.com/dbedc-project-manager/. No phone calls or letters please.

Note: If you are interested in working with us, but have less direct experience than we are requesting, please address that question in your cover letter with a description of what in particular you bring to this position.

Dorchester Bay EDC offers an attractive benefits package and a competitive salary range ($90-$120K for a Senior Project Manager).

Dorchester Bay Economic Development Corporation views diversity, inclusion and cultural competence as vital principles in all our work with clients and communities. We welcome and encourage applications from visible minority groups members, indigenous persons, members of the LGBTQ community, persons with disabilities and others who may contribute to the diversity of the organization and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.

CASA is a non-profit housing provider with a mission to provide access to stable, affordable housing for people who are homeless or at risk by developing and managing rental communities. Since 1992, CASA has focused on building and managing affordable housing for low-income families and individuals, with an emphasis on people experiencing homelessness.

CASA manages nearly 500 affordable apartments and homes in Wake, Durham, and Orange counties. CASA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization governed by a 12-person Board of Directors, with a 27-member staff and an operating budget of $5 million. CASA is funded through rental income, philanthropic gifts, and local, state, and federal government grants.

CASA’s Real Estate Development Team (RED Team) initiates, oversees, and delivers high-quality apartments for individuals and families in need of safe, stable housing. With 180+ apartments in the pipeline for new development, we need to grow our RED Team with self-starting, resilient and experienced affordable housing professionals. The Real Estate Developer will be an integral part of this team.

Summary:
Responsible for furthering CASA’s real estate development activity. Initiates and oversees the visioning, partnership development, financing, planning and execution of new construction projects, acquisition and rehab projects, and portfolio dispositions by performing the following duties.

Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Initiates and evaluates new development opportunities, including analyzing potential project sites and negotiating acquisitions.

Negotiates and secures financing for acquisition and new construction, analyzing funding options such as Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), federal, state and local government funding opportunities, bank financing, and private foundation grants.

Advocates for public funding, including writing, reviewing and submitting funding applications. Advocates directly to funders through formal and informal channels as appropriate. (i.e. offering public comment at a City Council meeting, meeting privately with a County Commissioner)

Advocates for approvals, entitlements and policy changes necessary to complete real estate development activities including annexation, rezoning, variances, bond funding, housing legislation, etc. Accomplishes the above through developing strategy, hiring consultants as needed and representing CASA to obtain.

Prepares forward-looking financial projections for real estate portfolio and makes recommendations for retention or disposition of existing assets.

Oversees and ensures timely and accurate completion of the full range of tasks related to the planning, implementation, and development of affordable housing projects.

Creates and implements development and financing plans, schedules and proformas, and continuously analyzes and reconciles budgets and schedules as development progresses.

Reviews all legal documents required for asset acquisitions and dispositions, loan closings, and legal contracts. Coordinates loan closings. Comprehends and complies with federal, state and local regulations, and program compliance.

Initiates, plans, and oversees procurement process for selecting consultants and contractors and oversees work of consultants, contractors and, vendors.

Monitors progress of projects under development for cash requirements, budget variances, and completion status. Gathers data and provides oversight for accountants preparing cost certifications for new projects.

Monitors projects under construction and during rehab, to include site visits, meetings with design and construction teams, problem-solving, approving and tracking project costs, submitting and tracking requests for payment (construction draws) from funders, and submitting and tracking requests for project modifications or timeline changes.

Undertakes responsibility for administrative duties as needed including document preparation, filing and storage, compliance, reporting, and other duties as needed.

Communicates and coordinates with Property Management Department staff to ensure funding compliance requirements are met.

Communicates, coordinates and collaborates with cross-departmental teams including Fund Development and Programs & Partnerships staff to plan and deliver a spectrum of funding sources to support the varied needs of permanent supportive housing (operating support, supportive services funding, etc.)

Acts as a representative for CASA before public agencies and community organizations, takes a leadership role in CASA’s advocacy activity, and participates in community engagement and policy creation affecting affordable housing.

Supports chief financial officer, chief executive officer, and chief operating officer as needed.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty 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.

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MUST BE FULLY VACCINATED; PROOF OF VACCINATION WILL BE REQUIRED.

Language Ability:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style. Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

Math Ability:
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability:
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) from four-year college or university; and four to six years related experience and/or training

Direct experience developing affordable multi-family housing, both new construction and renovation; experience undertaking development using LIHTC preferred.

Direct experience securing financing for affordable multi-family housing projects of at least $1 million.

Certificates and Licenses:
Valid Driver’s License
Real Estate License preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Other Abilities:
Excellent verbal, written, financial analysis, and project management skills.

Excellent problem-solving skills, resiliency, curiosity and creativity.

Strong attention to and retention of detail and strong organizational skills.

Strong leadership skills; ability to inspire a team to achieve collective goals.

Technical knowledge of and significant and varied experience with standard affordable housing tools, policies, laws, and financing practices by which affordable housing is developed, which includes Housing First principles, ADA compliance, zoning and land use controls, HOME, CDBG, LIHTC, Section 3, Davis Bacon, Uniform Relocation Act, NEPA Environmental Review, non-traditional loan structures, and real estate loan documents.

Interest in and passion for affordable housing.

Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage outcomes in a mission driven organization.

Must foster relationships with elected officials, financial partners, professional advisors, and contractors.

Ability to communicate with public officials and regulatory agency staff representing CASA’s interest in a professional and persuasive manner.

Knowledge of housing and community development policy and best practices.

Knowledge/experience with permanent supportive housing models, trauma-informed housing best practices, supportive service delivery preferred.

The job selection process allows for the selection of a candidate at either the Planner 1, Planner 2, or Senior Planner position based on their experience and education. This is an excellent opportunity for planners at a variety of levels to build their skill set, take on increasing responsibilities, and progress upwards as a Planner. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and experience working with the community, knowledge of the development process, and ability to understand financial documents.

The job is a redevelopment planner, a project-based position that focuses primarily on implanting adopted redevelopment plans. Successful candidates will work with developers, the community, and other City departments to sell property for development that furthers the goals of adopted area plans. The position requires someone that is organized and self-motivated.

The position exists in the collaborative environment of the Long Range and Strategic Planning Division. The division also covers the creation of small-area and corridor plans, historic preservation, updating our comprehensive plan GSO2040, and data gathering and analysis. We have a strong team environment, and focus on quality work that has an impact on our community. The candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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Clarion Associates is a nationally recognized consulting firm specializing in community planning, zoning and plan implementation, sustainability, resiliency, and historic preservation. We have offices in Chapel Hill and Denver, and affiliated offices in Cincinnati and Philadelphia. Clarion has assisted over 200 U.S. cities and counties to plan for their futures and implement those plans creatively, efficiently, and effectively. We are highly regarded as a firm that forms strong partnerships with each of our communities to tackle complex planning projects and resolve them in ways that get adopted, get implemented, and build public support for ambitious local planning efforts. You can learn more about us at www.clarionassociates.com.

This position will support our extensive plan implementation and plan development practice areas. Work will involve research, preparation of plan documents, public engagement assistance, mapping and analysis, supporting ordinance drafting in areas such as zoning, and research on sustainability and resiliency issues. This position may also provide support in the firm’s other practice areas, including growth management, impact fees, and affordable housing mitigation.

The health and safety of Clarion Associates employees is a priority. This position is based in the firm’s Chapel Hill, North Carolina office, but may be remote depending on North Carolina COVID-19 safety guidelines and office protocols.

Pursuit of a master’s degree in urban planning is required, and one to two years relevant practice experience is helpful. Joint planning and law students are encouraged to apply. Excellent computer, written, and oral communication skills are essential. Experience with Microsoft Teams, ArcGIS, Google SketchUp, and Adobe Suite preferred but not required. Clarion offers competitive compensation. The duration of the internship will be based on the school schedule of hired intern(s) and can continue into the fall and spring semesters.
Please submit a resume, three professional and academic references, a writing sample, and an example of mapping/graphics related work to: hiring@clarionassociates.com by February 28, 2022. No phone calls please.

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