General Statement of Duties

Performs and coordinates with professional planning and zoning and economic development program duties for the Town.

Distinguishing Features of the Class

An employee in this class performs marketing work and assists with planning and zoning duties. Work includes receiving complaints. The employee may be exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, vicious animals, and irate citizens. Work is performed under regular supervision of the Town Planning and Zoning Administrator and is evaluated through conferences, review of assigned projects, and reactions of the public and property owners.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Tasks:

• Serves as Staff Coordinator to Williamston Downtown, Inc.
  Implement marketing directives as set forth by plans and Board directives.
• Assist with receiving permits and site plan review of building permit applications, special use request and subdivision plats for code compliance; checks proposed structure or additions against zoning requirements; communicates needed changes.
• Assists with staff support to the Board of Adjustment and the Planning Board.
• Assist external consultants in long range planning studies.
  Implement the daily operations of the Downtown Revitalization efforts.
• Facilitates special Town events such as Williamston Yard of the Month, Third Thursday, and park improvements and other downtown events or festivals.
• Assists with daily inquiries from the public on interpretation of planning and zoning questions; refers technical and precedent setting questions to Town Planning and Zoning Administrator.

Additional Job Duties:

• Performs related duties as required.

Recruitment and Selection Guidelines

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of zoning, interpretation, and codes.
• Considerable knowledge of the Town’s zoning and development codes and ordinances and
  other related local ordinances.
• Working knowledge of governmental laws, programs, and services related to the Planning and Zoning code enforcement processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices and applicable laws regarding planning, subdivisions, building permits, and development regulation.
• Knowledge of the application of information technology to research and reporting work activities and records preparation and maintenance including GIS, spreadsheets, presentation and other software and peripherals.
• Ability to interpret local ordinances, rules, and regulations.
• Skill in conflict resolution.
• Ability to work effectively with employees and the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms.
• Ability to document and complete required records and reports.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of walking, talking, hearing and repetitive motions.
• Must be able to perform light work exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
• Must possess the visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures, operate a computer terminal, operate a motor vehicle, perform field site inspections, and use measurement devices. The worker is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions.

Desirable Education and Experience
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in marketing, urban and regional planning, or related field and some experience in marketing or planning; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain Zoning Officer certification from the School of Government.

MAIL: NC State PD-107 Application, Cover Letter, and Resume to:

Human Resources Administrator
“Planning and Marketing Position”
Town of Williamston
P.O. Box 506, 102 E Main Street
Williamston, NC 27892

General Statement of Duties

Performs responsible managerial, administrative and supervisory work in directing the activities and personnel of the Town’s Planning Department.

Distinguishing Features of the Class

An employee in this class plans, manages, and reviews the planning activities including current and long range planning, economic development, and downtown revitalization programs involving the physical, economic and social future of the Town. Work involves professional planner responsibilities in the formation, installation, modification and improvement of the Town’s growth and development. Duties include staffing and consulting with boards and committees on development issues in the Town including zoning, economic development, community appearance, long range planning, downtown revitalization, land development and related issues. Work involves coordination with a variety of other local and state jurisdictions and agencies and considerable knowledge of the planning field and local ordinances, and extensive public contact skills. Work is performed in an office environment under the direction of the Town Board of Commissioners and Town Administrator and is evaluated through conferences, reports, and progress on planning and economic development issues and projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Tasks:

• Manages the Town’s economic development program; works with developers interested in locating in Town on commercial and residential development opportunities.
• Manages zoning issues regarding compliance issues; provides technical expertise and advice to the Planning Board and Board of Adjustment.
• Researches, writes and recommends ordinances and grants related to long range planning, growth and development issues; applies for grants for Town projects and manages the grant process and compliance matters.
• Plans and manages special projects; researches complex planning problems; prepares a variety of comprehensive reports and makes presentation of findings and recommendations to the Board and other agencies and committees.
• Represents the Town at various meetings and events and serves as technical support regarding planning, development and transportation issues.
• Manages and coordinates the activities related to the annual Downtown Street Festival.
• Works with the Board of Commissioners to develop and revise Town policies related to long range comprehensive plan goals and other plans and documents adopted by the Town.
• Provides periodic updates and advice on planning and economic development work to the Board of Commissioners, Planning Board, and various appointed boards and committees; deals with the public on controversial issues.
• Hires, trains, provide work assignment and performance coaching and evaluation to assigned staff.
• Develops and recommends budget for department staff, equipment, materials and supplies, and monitors expenditures.

Additional Job Duties:

• Performs related duties as required.

Recruitment and Selection Guidelines

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of planning, land use, and zoning related to long range planning, current planning, economic development, and the comprehensive planning process.
• Considerable knowledge of computer applications related to GIS, planning, data base and statistical analysis.
• Considerable knowledge of the laws and regulations in building inspections and local code enforcement.
• Knowledge of modern and effective supervisory principles and practices including leadership, communications, motivations, performance coaching and evaluation.
• Knowledge of the Town’s personnel, purchasing and budgeting policies and procedures.
• Skill in collaborative conflict resolution, problem solving, public speaking and meeting facilitation.
• Skill in working with committees, tasks forces, state and federal agencies, and other groups and in making public presentations.
• Ability to organize work, set and follow effective priorities, and coordinate work with others to obtain desired outcomes.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms; to interpret planning, zoning and building inspection policies to officials and the general public.
• Ability to analyze and systematically compile technical and statistical information, and to prepare technical reports.
• Ability to evaluate the feasibility of planning alternatives in relation to trends, costs and social pressures and needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, developers, property owners, other Town staff, officials, and the general public.

Physical Requirements:

• Must possess the visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures, accounting, and operate a computer terminal.
• Subject to both environmental conditions: activities occur inside and outside.
• Must be able to perform the basic life operational skills of fingering, talking, hearing, standing and repetitive motions.
• Must be able to perform medium work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. .

Desirable Education and Experience
Completion of a four-year degree in urban and regional planning or related field and considerable experience of an increasingly responsible nature including supervisory and management experience in municipal or regional planning; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements
Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license.
Prefer certification or ability to obtain from the American Institute of Certified Planners.

MAIL: NC State PD-107 Application, Cover Letter, and Resume to:
Human Resources Administrator
“Planning and Zoning Administrator Position”
Town of Williamston
PO Box 506, 102 E Main Street
Williamston, NC 27892

To further our goal of building strong rural economies in areas adjacent to conserved land, The Conservation Fund (TCF) launched the Activating the Natural Resource Economy (ANRE) platform in 2022. The platform supports a growing cohort of Focus Regions by connecting them to financial, natural, and human capital to drive diversified growth in conservation-compatible sectors. TCF staff provide technical assistance, grants, tools, and peer learning opportunities to a growing number of regional partners. The ANRE platform is also intended to build a pipeline of vetted, shovel-ready impact-investment opportunities, while advancing the national dialogue about how to create inclusive and lasting prosperity in rural regions. The Program Associate will support in national implementation of the Activating the Natural Resource Economy program strategy and will have primary responsibility to provide technical assistance to Focus Regions participating in the ANRE platform.

The N.C. Department of Commerce, Rural Economic Development Division, has posted an opening for an Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Community Economic Development Planner. The position provides support to the NC ARC program by providing strategic economic development planning, technical assistance, and training to rural communities in the state’s Northwest Prosperity Zone region.

Learn more about the position and apply at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/northcarolina/jobs/4319961-0/arc-community-economic-development-planner.

The application period closes on January 3, 2024, at 5:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time.

Salary: $78,873.60 – $130,124.80 Annually
Anticipated Hiring Range: $78,873.60 – $111,987.20
Closing Date: 1/15/2024

Cary is recruiting for a collaborative, innovative and passionate Principal Planner to join our team. Cary is focused on the goal of creating “The Local Government That Doesn’t Exist” by exceeding standards for how municipalities should operate. We embody excellence and professionalism by demonstrating leading practices and partnering effectively with our community. We are looking for a planning professional to help us build on our legacy of excellence while recognizing there is always room for growth and innovation. High-performing candidates who are adaptive, ready to engage in problem solving, dare to think differently, have the technical skills to deliver, and want to make a difference in their community are encouraged to apply.

Cary NC, a progressive community of over 180,000 people, is actively working on implementing the most ambitious long-range planning effort in our history – the Imagine Cary Community Plan. The plan sets out a long-term vision, policies, and strategic actions for Cary through 2040. The Imagine Cary Plan seeks to focus the most intense development in strategic locations, encourage mixed use, redevelopment, infill, and revitalization while maintaining that much of Cary will stay suburban in nature. We are seeking a special talent to become part of an innovative team to bring the vision in the Imagine Cary Community Plan to life, as well as to collaborate in a fast-paced, evolving environment while adapting to change through continuous learning.

Cary offers the best benefits, which supports our diverse workforce, providing employees with choices. A competitive salary is offered depending on qualifications and experience. Our highly comprehensive total compensation package is unprecedented, allowing Cary to value and support our employee’s whole selves, and sets us apart as an employer of choice.

This is an exciting time to be a part of the transformational development occurring in Cary!

Work is performed under the general supervision of the Assistant Planning Director, with additional assignments from the Assistant Director of Development Services.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $78,873.60 – $111,987.20

TYPICAL TASKS:

What are we looking for? We are looking for someone who can:

• Respond to public inquiries from citizens, businesses, landowners, the development community and elected and appointed officials regarding matters such as the status of current projects, interpretations of the Imagine Cary Community Plan, current and proposed ordinances, area plans and studies;
• Review development proposals for consistency with policies and ordinances and communicate with developers regarding designs, and offer opinions for improvements;
• Serve as case manager for rezoning requests. Work includes coordinating with staff from various disciplines to work through key issues with rezoning cases and to serve as the point of contact for the development team. Also includes preparing staff reports and presentations to the community, council and Members of the Planning and Zoning Board;
• Research and develop amendments to the Land Development Ordinance (LDO) and maintain a list of potential amendments to the LDO;
• Conduct community outreach and publicity, collect background baseline data on existing conditions and discuss draft plans with citizens, landowners, developers, and Council members;
• Serve as a liaison on regional projects and coordinate planning with regional agencies;
• Conduct special research when needed, as well as provide research, advice, and technical support in consultants’ efforts on multiple projects;
• Perform other job-related tasks as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

What you will need to bring to the table:

• Thorough knowledge of the philosophies, principles, practices, and techniques of land use planning;
• Ability to focus your knowledge on reuse and redevelopment opportunities that balance sensitivity to Cary’s heritage with a challenge for the community development to be innovative;
• Thorough knowledge of site design, landscape architecture, and urban design;
• Thorough knowledge of planning research, zoning, transportation bicycle and pedestrian planning and annexations;
• Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of community facilitation and conflict resolution;
• Ability to read and interpret ordinances, statutes, plans, and maps;
• Ability to plan, organize, supervise, and carry out complex research projects effectively and simultaneously Ability to present effectively in oral, written, and graphic form;
• Demonstrated relationship-building skills to maintain effective working relationships with associates, municipal officials, representatives of other agencies, and members of the public;
• A proven technical expertise in urban planning, along with the ability to articulate the Town’s vision into various plans, guidelines, and other tools to advance high quality standards of design excellence.

MINIMUM AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in urban planning, landscape architecture, or related field; a master’s degree in urban or regional planning or related field; and considerable experience in professional planning and/or economic analysis work. A master’s degree in a closely related field may be credited toward some years of experience.

Preference will be given to candidates who have the following:

• Experience with urban design, mixed use, and redevelopment projects Development plan review experience;
• Experience in zoning verification and plat review;
• Experience writing staff reports and making presentations to public officials and citizens;
• Strong written and verbal presentation skills;
• Desire to seek out, foster and implement change;
• Desire to build and be a key resource for collaborative groups within the organization;
• Ability to learn and adapt in an agile environment;
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), Registered Landscape Architecture certification, and/or other related professional certifications.

Requires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal check, education verification and credit history review) prior to employment.

Requires a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

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ABOUT US

HR&A Advisors, Inc. (HR&A) is an industry-leading real estate, economic development, and public policy consulting firm that helps create more equitable, resilient, and dynamic communities. Our work turns vision into action through rigorous analysis, strategy development, and implementation planning.

HR&A professionals come from a variety of backgrounds and have a breadth of lived experiences. We are former city officials, planners, architects, lawyers, and economists. We are passionate about increasing the vitality of urban life.

HR&A is proud to be an employee-owned company and is committed to building a diverse workforce while centering issues of equity and inclusion in the work that we do.

For more information, visit our website at www.hraadvisors.com.

ABOUT YOU

You have a passion for urban development and policy, strong quantitative and qualitative skills, and a deep curiosity about the challenges and opportunities facing cities today. You want to have an impact with the work that you do.

You will bring a capacity for critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration, and are excited to dive into projects that help our clients solve the difficult challenges cities face today.

THE ROLE

We are seeking full-time Summer Fellows for 10-12 weeks in our Atlanta, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, Raleigh, and Washington, DC offices. Summer Fellows will be expected to work from an HR&A office at least two days per week.

Summer Fellows will have the opportunity to engage in project work and practice development as well as employ skills aligned with the core analytical staff at HR&A. Our analyst cohort forms the foundation of our team-oriented structure and helps to drive our data-driven approach to city building.

Summer Fellows may help prepare written reports, presentations, and Excel models for clients, as well as firm marketing materials and proposals for new projects. Day-to-day tasks will range from project to project and may include:

• Market Analysis
• Case Study Research
• Econometric Modeling
• Spatial Analysis
• Real Estate Pro Formas
• Public Policy Analysis

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Candidates should currently be completing their senior year of a bachelor’s degree program or are working towards a graduate level degree. Preference will be given to candidates with a concentration in urban planning, real estate finance, economic development, public policy, housing finance, or a related field.

TIMELINE

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 PM ET on January 29, 2024. Accepted Fellows will be notified in early March and will begin the Summer Fellowship Program on June 3, 2024. The Summer Fellowship to Full-Time Employment Track is anticipated to run until August 23, 2024. Start and end dates are flexible based on candidate availability.

Individuals in the Summer Fellow to Full-Time Employment Track, who have completed their degree programs, may be considered for transition into a full-time role at HR&A upon successful completion of the fellowship.

COMPENSATION

Summer Fellows will be paid a monthly stipend of $6,000.

HOW TO APPLY

HR&A is committed to attracting and retaining a talented, diverse, and high performing team of professionals dedicated to solving the challenges of urban life. Women, people of color, members of the LGBT community, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

To apply, please submit an application on our online portal at https://hraadvisors.applytojob.com/apply.

In lieu of a cover letter, please write an essay of no more than one typewritten page on how you see yourself bringing equity to cities and the built environment. Please submit this essay and your resume as a single PDF document. Applications without this requested essay will not be reviewed.

As part of our ongoing work to build a hiring system that mitigates bias and is based on candidate merit and performance, we ask that you submit a version of your resume and essay that has your school information removed. Please list your degree, e.g., B.A. Economics; however, remove all references to undergraduate and graduate schools you have attended.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

For more information, please contact us at jobs@hraadvisors.com.

Description of Work

Department: Commerce
Division: Secretary’s Office

Job Duties: To provide a student interested in economic development with the opportunity to gain experience working with the NC Certified Sites Program. The intern will gain a better understanding of the importance of site readiness and ensuring communities are prepared for competitive economic development projects.

Major Task to be Performed: Tasks include several potential projects including researching other site certification programs; interviewing NC Certified Site communities to determine what industries located on sites; surveying communities regarding their opinion and experience with the Program; connecting with site selection consultants on what they look for in a certified site; developing a cost guide for communities so they can plan for certification; delivering recommendations regarding improvements and enhancements to the Program.

Final Product or Outcome Anticipated: The intern will provide specific, agreed-up deliverables depending on the projects completed during the internship. In addition, the intern will leave with hands-on experience related to site certification, the processes associated with industrial site readiness and related operations at the Department of Commerce.

Academic Majors Desired: Communications, Economics, Economic Development, Finance, Geography, Law, Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy, Urban Planning.
 

2024 State of North Carolina Internship Period: Monday, May 20 – Friday, July 26, 2024

 

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Basic understanding of economic development, urban planning, and local government operations; verbal and written communication skills; organizational and interpersonal skills to work successfully with different partners; critical and analytic thinking skills to research, compile, and summarize data; experience with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, to create, manage, and sort spreadsheets.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• An applicant must be a permanent North Carolina resident attending a college, university, law school, community college or technical institute in North Carolina or a North Carolina resident attending an equivalent institution out of state.
• Applicants must carry a 2.5 or greater overall grade point average on a 4.0 scale.
• Applicant must be at least 18 years old by January 1, 2024.
• Applicants must be continuing their education in the fall following their participation in the program.
• To qualify for a law internship, applicants must have completed at least one year of law school before the beginning of the internship, unless other majors are listed.
• Students having previously held paid internships with this program are not eligible to apply.
• Applicants must be willing and able to work full-time for the entire 10-week internship. Applicants must be able to provide legal proof of identity and work authorization within three working days of employment.

 

Supplemental and Contact Information

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click “Application Status”.  It is not necessary to contact the Council for Women & Youth Involvement Office to check the status of an application.

If you are having technical issues submitting your application, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627.  If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact the Council Women & Youth Involvement Office.

CONTACT INFORMATION
NC Department of Administration
Council for Women & Youth Involvement
Attn: Anaja McClinton, Internship Coordinator
116 W. Jones Street
Raleigh, NC  27699-1322
Phone: (984) 236-0346

Are you passionate about well-planned development in Wake County, NC that promotes vibrant, mixed-use, walkable communities?

Are you an advocate for diverse housing choices, transportation options, access to clean and adequate drinking water and for local solutions to solve the global climate crisis?

Are you the next Executive Director of WakeUP Wake County?

Why?
WakeUP Wake County promotes good growth planning and sustainable, healthy communities through education, advocacy, and civic engagement, climate change and advancing a higher quality of life for all. WakeUP Wake County is working to create an economically and environmentally sustainable region for future generations. They are now seeking their next Executive Director to join their compassionate and dedicated team to help achieve and grow their strategic vision.

What will you do as WakeUP Wake County’s next Executive Director?
This experienced nonprofit Executive Director will work with the board and staff to implement WakeUP Wake County’s three-year strategic plan created earlier this year. In addition to serving as the face of the organization, attending public meetings and fundraising, the Executive Director will plan, organize, and direct the organization’s governance, advocacy, fiscal management, communications, and operations.

Responsibilities Include:

– Regular attendance at community meetings, events, and facilities. Candidates should expect a moderate number of nights and weekend events and meetings.
– Work closely with the Board of Directors to energize and engage their involvement in policy decisions, fundraising, and visibility of the organization.
– Ensure sound fiscal management practices through budget tracking, billing, and projecting cash flow.
– Educate and be a strong advocate with county, municipal, state, federal elected officials, and staff on growth policies.
– Serve as a catalyst for grassroots advocacy to engage citizens in timely policy actions and help to maintain and grow citizen actions within and outside of the organization.
– Communicate with local media on timely relevant planning and development issues.
– Guide internal research and synthesis activities that lead to recommended policy frameworks and strategies that would further the organization’s vision and goals.
– In partnership with the Director of Development, lead fundraising efforts including grant writing, individual, planned gifts, and other revenue sources.
– Motivate, evaluate, and hire staff.
– Maintain effective working relationships with volunteers and other local partner organizations.

Why WakeUP Wake County?
WakeUP Wake County is a 501(c)3 non-profit, non-partisan advocacy organization that leads public engagement on housing, transportation, climate change, and other land use issues in Wake County. WakeUP began as a grassroots collective in 2006, born out of concern for the challenges of rapid growth and development. Since then, WakeUP has become the leading voice representing citizens in land use and development issues that influence and are influenced by climate, transportation, clean water, and housing, taking the long-term view on regional needs. WakeUP is uniquely positioned to enact change in one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States.

Want to know more? Visit WakeUP Wake County – Speaking UP for a better tomorrow.

Key lived experiences, attributes, and skillsets sought in the Executive Director
– A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college, with a major in environmental science, natural sciences, political science, humanities, urban planning, or public policy.
– Three years experience leading or in a senior level role with a nonprofit organization, political campaigns, community organizing, nonprofit management, environmental policy, or economic development.
– Dynamic, visionary, high-level strategic thinking, and planning. Ability to envision and convey the organization’s strategic future to the staff, board, volunteers, and donors.
– Familiarity with transportation planning, affordable housing policy, community relations, climate change policy, land use policies, and government relations.
– Track record of fundraising and donor relations.
– Experience collaborating with grassroots organizations, community members, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
– Strong social media, writing skills and ability to speak confidently in public forums.
– High level of initiative, effort, and commitment toward completing assignments efficiently.
– Organized and detail-oriented, ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines and work independently and as part of a team.

Think you are the next WakeUP Wake County Executive Director?
To apply, click on the link to the WakeUP Wake County Executive Director position profile at ArmstrongMcGuire.com/jobs. You will see instructions for uploading your compelling cover letter, resume, salary requirements, and professional references. Please provide all requested information to be considered. In case of any technical problems, contact talent@armstrongmcguire.com. No phone calls, please, and no applications will be accepted by email or directly from third-party posting sites.

Salary and Benefits
Salary is commensurate with the requirements of the position and is in the $70,000 to $80,000 range and includes a stipend for medical benefits. Benefits include accrued vacation and sick time of 8 paid holidays plus the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day. In addition, the Executive Director receives a cell phone stipend, mileage reimbursement and travel expenses.

WakeUP Wake County is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity in the workplace. Our organization considers applicants equally of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital status, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, or prior record of arrest or conviction. We seek a workplace that reflects and respects the full range of the nation and state’s diversity.

Review of candidates will continue until the position is filled.

About Us
Economic & Planning Systems, Inc. (EPS) is an innovative consulting firm working in land use policy and urban planning, housing, economic and community development, real estate development, and public finance. Since 1983 we have served a wide variety of private and public sector clients throughout the United States with an emphasis on sustainable and equitable urban development and community resiliency.
EPS is seeking a qualified person to join our Denver team. We welcome people of all backgrounds and identities to apply. We offer an intellectually stimulating and challenging work environment, frequent client contact and exposure, rewarding project assignments, and advancement opportunity. We are committed to a healthy work-life balance and invest in our staff through on-the-job training, monthly “lunch-and-learns,” and staff retreats and social events, with the goal of developing well-rounded consultants experienced in the full range of services offered by the firm.
EPS promotes a collaborative professional environment and values diverse perspectives that strengthen our understanding of issues and enhances our services to our clients and their communities. We are passionate about work that results in strategies to promote great and sustainable places. We help communities expand in an equitable way by planning for healthy, diverse neighborhoods, balanced economic growth, affordable housing, enhanced transit and public services, and innovative land use investments.
Associate Position
An EPS Associate collaborates with EPS Principals, staff, and partner firms to complete consulting assignments related to urban issues including affordable housing, equitable urban investment, transit-oriented development, economic development and revitalization, fiscal and economic impacts, and open space and conservation planning. They prepare quantitative and qualitative research and analysis, participate in stakeholder engagement, and prepare written and spoken deliverables.
Qualifications and Skills
• Master’s degree in urban and regional planning, urban economics, real estate, public policy, or related field (or bachelor’s degree plus directly related work experience)
• 1 to 3 years of related experience in consulting or related public sector position
• Strong spreadsheet modeling and data analysis skills
• Knowledge of basic demographic and economic analysis techniques and data sources
• Basic knowledge of real estate market and financial analysis
• GIS/spatial analysis and graphics skills
• Strong problem solving and written and oral communication skills
• Interest in the economics of land use, evolution of places, and local economic and community development

Benefits
• Starting salary $65,000 to $75,000 dependent on qualifications and experience
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, and paid time off
EPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
To apply send resume and cover letter to lsoister@epsdenver.com

The City of Hamtramck has an opening for a full-time Economic Recovery Coordinator. This position is part of the Community and Economic Development Department in City Hall at 3401 Evaline Street,
Hamtramck, MI 48212. Limited term for 34-36 months (depends on date of hire) but may be extended depending on funding levels. The Economic Recovery Coordinator reports to the CED/DDA Manager or designee.

 

Job Description Summary:
Under the general direction of the CED/DDA Manager, the Economic Recovery Coordinator will be responsible for implementing the Economic Development Strategic (EDS) plan, which is currently in development. This position will be the lead contact with the consultant that has been hired to develop the EDS plan and will be the primary staff member pushing forward and bringing together the new changes both while the plan is in development and after the EDS plan is adopted by City Council.

This position has an emphasis on economic development, industry, business and government policy. It calls for creativity, flexibility in scope of work and design-thinking due to the diverse nature of projects, challenges and initiatives within the department. Hamtramck is a culturally diverse community, the Economic Development Recovery Coordinator should strive to understand community challenges, generate ideas to address challenges, be flexible and perceptive to feedback, and show initiative to employ solutions.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work closely with CED team members and lead the implementation of the Economic Development Strategic (EDS) plan in the City of Hamtramck.
• Focus on industrial and commercial development, including business development in the city’s downtown area (Joseph Campau), on other commercial corridors (Conant, Caniff and Holbrook) and development within the multiple industrial zones of the city.
• Refine and present new and updated economic development policy to city staff and government officials, with the goal or attracting more jobs, infilling vacant land and repurposing vacant or underutilized buildings with companies, restaurants, housing and services.
• Proactively work to fill market gaps in the city by contacting national or regional businesses.
• Work with the Redevelopment Ready Communities (RRC) liaison at the Michigan Economic Development Corporation to meet the RRC expectations 5.1, 5.2, and 5.3 (Economic Development Strategy, Incentive Tools, Marketing Plan).
• Market vacant residential land for residential development; create a new set of clear and informative materials that communicate development opportunities and constraints to potential investors.
• Work with various stakeholders to get new EDS projects off the ground; initiate necessary meetings, conversations and presentations and present to City Council when necessary.

 

Depending on the findings of the EDS Plan, this position could entail working on the following:

• Applying for funding for a Hamtramck façade grant program and organizing the program; working to create a Brownfield Redevelopment Authority and/or applying for brownfield redevelopment grants; looking at programs that can assist with getting sites “shovel ready.”
• Assist with tourism and promoting Hamtramck; assist with developing a parking map and other amenities for visitors, such as downtown signage.
• Assist the CED and DPW department with implementing changes to the built environment that will improve the attractiveness of the city; this could include developing additional parks, seating, transportation amenities, water features and art or murals.
• Work with the consulting firm on the draft and final EDS Plan, to be presented in March 2024 and September 2024, respectively.
• Set and maintain personal deadlines to keep EDS projects on track.
• Measures the success and outcomes of economic recovery plan implementation.

 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Able to plan and lead effective and efficient meetings
• Able to work independently and come up with suggested solutions to present to the CED team, city staff and after revisions, elected officials
• Able to work on a wide-variety of projects and learn about areas outside existing expertise
• Able to take initiative to get projects off the ground
• Able to read and comprehend a wide range of documents, including policy documents, grant documents, and ordinances
• Able to work in a team environment, and both provide and receive feedback
• Able to create clear, understandable and visually compelling documents, including visually engaging reports and marketing materials
• Knowledge of or ability to learn computer programs and applications such as Canva, Customer Relationship Management software, Adobe Creative Suite software, GIS, and BS&A Suite (municipal government software)
• Ability to create maps using ArcGIS is a plus, but not required

 

Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in economic development, public policy, or related area of study. Master’s degree preferred. Related experience will be considered in lieu of education.

Pay Rate & Benefits:

• $60,000-$65,000 annual salary depending on experience
• Standard benefit package available including medical, dental and vision
• All regular, full-time employees will receive prorated PTO based on their date of hire within their first year of employment. Employees shall earn the following PTO based upon years of service to the City:
  • 1-5 years: Twenty (20) working days
  • 6-10 years: Twenty-five (25) working days
  • 10 + years: Thirty (30) working days.
• All regular full-time employees are allowed ten (10) sick days per year.

 

Application Process:
Download application at https://hamtramck.us/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Hamtramck-ApplicationFinal-05072021.docx. Return completed application and resume by email to hr@hamtramckcity.com. Position open until filled.

The City of Hamtramck is an equal opportunity employer and will not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, height, marital or veteran status or the presence of medical conditions or disability. Michigan and Federal laws require employers to make accommodations to persons with a disability if the disability can be accommodated within certain guidelines, and the individual can perform the essential job duties with or without such accommodation. Persons with a disability may request an accommodation of their disability by notifying the City of Hamtramck City Manager’s office in writing of the need for accommodation.

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