As a Program Analyst, you will: Serve as a Program Analyst and advisor to management on the evaluation of the effectiveness of government programs.

The ideal candidate for this position is motivated, experienced and self- reliant professional with exceptional analytical abilities, and effective communication and customer service skills.

• SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service.
• GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CARD: This position involves travel.  A government contractor-issued travel card will be issued and must be retained for official business only.
• PCS/RELOCATION/RECRUITMENT:  Permanent Change of Station (PCS), Relocation, and Recruitment Incentive authorization varies by position/selection and a service agreement may be required.
• PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Applicants may be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed).
• SUPERVISORY PROBATIONARY PERIOD: New supervisors must complete a 1-year probationary period (unless already completed).
• REMOTE WORK: This position may be eligible for remote work, which does not require reporting to the agency worksite location on a regular basis. If selected for a remote work location, you will be required to sign a remote work agreement detailing agency remote work policy requirements, working conditions, and expectations for the position.
• TELEWORK ELIGIBILITY: This position may be eligible for occasional and/or regularly scheduled telework.  The number of telework days approved will be determined by your immediate supervisor or manager following the agency’s telework policy and guidance. If participating in the telework program, you will be required to sign a telework agreement detailing agency telework policy requirements, working conditions, and expectations for the position.

View the full application here: USAJOBS – Job Announcement

Are you eager to explore the intricate connections between economics, housing, real estate, and planning, and their profound impact on the communities we serve? At RKG Associates, we’re seeking a talented individual to join our Boston or Alexandria offices as a Market Analyst, where you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping communities through data-driven solutions.

View the full job posting using the link below.

The individual hired for this position will independently perform a wide variety of professional and administrative tasks to organize, initiate and complete work within the Planning Department. Work involves close coordination with the work of the Planning Director and the Program Administrator III – Planner/Demographer, as well as analyzing, maintaining, and updating digital ArcGIS assignment boundary layers, database information, real estate data, subdivision data, student data and a street-level school assignment database, and coordinating the use of this data with other staff and departments. Work includes extensive use of ArcGIS and data manipulation in the analysis of student attendance boundaries, real estate searches, county subdivision development tracking, student growth trends and the geocoding of student data. The position requires extensive use of ArcGIS mapping and analysis in the development of special projects that support district administrative decision-making, as well as providing technical support to others in obtaining, understanding and utilizing Planning data. The individual in this position must exercise considerable tact and courtesy in contacts with the public, various school system staff, Board members, contractors, vendors, and other local government employees.

Application Link: Guilford County Schools – Employment Application (applitrack.com)

The City of Morganton is a vibrant and energized city of 17,000 citizens located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains with a track record of innovation, creativity, positive results, and a progressive mindset. The City is looking for a self-starting planning professional who is motivated, well organized, and flexible. . We require someone who desires professional challenges, is able to find creative solutions, and has a strong sense of commitment to the community. The ability to learn, interpret and follow regulatory requirements, paired with the willingness to explore development options to achieve a successful project, is essential to be effective – rather than stopping at what we can’t do, we build partnerships and focus on what can be done.

This position performs planning work that provides coordinated guidance and regulation of the growth and development of the City. Work includes:

Performing the detailed review and analysis of applications for zoning and subdivision approval; including review of site plans, landscaping plans, elevations and plats;
Responsibility for thorough documentation and detailed record keeping of applications, subdivisions, and planning advice provided;
Providing clear and courteous advice to property owners, developers, citizens, and other City departments on matters related to zoning codes and ordinances;
Conducting research on zoning, annexation, and other issues.
Work involves providing technical guidance with considerable public contact on issues requiring judgment, firmness, customer service and tact – strong communication skills (both oral and written) are a must. The ability to operate independently and frequently switch between tasks is essential. This position requires knowledge and expertise typically found in a Bachelor’s degree in Planning or an equivalent combination of experience in planning; education, and training. Must possess or have ability to obtain a valid NC Driver’s License and we encourage pursuit of AICP certification.

Pay range is $48,000 – $70,000, dependent on experience. Open until filled, with first review of applications beginning February 19, 2024.

Hiring Graduate Students for Part-time Jobs
Impactful Consulting Opportunities

Apply by April 1: https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/275805

Analysts are temporary employees and are preferably enrolled graduate students in Business Administration, Planning, Public Administration, Agriculture, Industrial Engineering, Information Sciences, and other disciplines. Analysts work alongside other NCGrowth staff to provide technical assistance to business owners, policymakers, and anchor institution leaders in order to create good jobs and new wealth in economically distressed communities. Since 2012, analysts have helped hundreds of NCGrowth clients.

This is a remote position. Some travel may be required.

Work will start in May 2024. Hourly rate is $22.

Examples of Past Projects:

• Economic Impact Analysis (IMPLAN)
• Asset-based economic development planning
• Creating financial models, business plans, marketing plans, SOPs, HR policies for small- and medium-sized businesses
• Connecting small farmers to grocery chains and other institutional buyers
• Analyzing purchasing data to improve institutional procurement processes
• Eco-, cultural, and historic tourism development
• Supplier diversity strategic plans
• Writing economic development case studies (www.homegrowntools.unc.edu)
• Forestry and farm management plans
• Asset-based economic development planning
• Manufacturing process improvement
• Data cleaning, merging, and de-duplication of business directories

Examples of Past Clients:

• Tortilla manufacturer
• County, municipal, Tribal and state governments
• Veterans housing real estate development
• Small farmers collective
• Airplane manufacturer
• Military bases
• Recreation and event venue

NCGrowth is a national center building an economy with opportunities for all to prosper. We provide technical assistance to businesses, governments, anchor institutions, and other organizations to create good jobs and new wealth in economically distressed communities. We produce applied research and develop innovative policies that promote equitable development. We host unique, cross-sector convenings and workshops to bring together diverse perspectives. With staff in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Washington, DC, our work and thought leadership range in scope from hyper-local to international. NCGrowth is an affiliated center of the UNC Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise.

This position will report to a DCRP alumni.

The City’s Corridors of Opportunity Program in Charlotte, NC is seeking motivated college students to participate in its Summer 2024 Internship Program. The ideal candidate will be a student in good academic standing with an enthusiasm for learning, strong interpersonal, written and verbal communications skills and a sincere interest in learning about cross-collaborative place-based investment. Candidates should be a rising undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited school during the 2024-2025 school year and available to work up to full time (40-hour week) beginning May through August 2024. Selected candidates will be compensated at a rate of $19-24/hour depending on academic status.

This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with the Corridors of Opportunity team which provides strategic direction and engagement for the City of Charlotte’s investments into six priority corridors. The Corridors program interacts across city departments, other public agencies, non-profit service providers and place-based organizations. You will gain critical experience by participating in a variety of projects, engagement activity and policy research and development, preparing documents and reports, attending meetings with city staff and officials as well as community meeting and events hosted by the Corridors team.

We are looking for highly competent students who will produce quality work and are willing to be an integral part of the Corridors of Opportunity team.

Review all requirements and apply directly on the City’s job website here.

Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager – Strategic and Regional Planning, responsible for transportation planning, project management, project development, planning analysis and forecasting, environmental analysis, and GIS and data analysis activities for the Planning and Sustainability division.

See link for more details about the position and for how to apply.

Self-Help’s Internship Program is designed to give students valuable experience in a professional setting while broadening their knowledge of Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs). We hope to educate and create a passion for the field of community development in the next generation of leaders. We offer a number of internships in commercial lending, real estate, climate justice and consumer advocacy.

View all available positions using the link here: https://recruiting.ultipro.com/SEL1003SELF/JobBoard/1c53e93e-a654-48d7-aaa6-f91d42806fcc/?q=&o=postedDateDesc

The NC Main Street & Rural Planning Center in the N.C. Department of Commerce has reposted an opening for a Community Economic Development Planner. The position provides strategic economic development planning, technical assistance, and training to rural communities in the state’s Northeast Prosperity Zone region. The application period closes on February 9, 2024, at 5:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time. Learn more about the position and apply at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/northcarolina/jobs/4293582/community-economic-development-planner.