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.

The Grassroots Capacity Coordinator will work with community- and faith-based organizations to strengthen community projects that address the triple bottom line, with emphasis on local food access, economic development and the environment. Community projects include, but are not limited to, local food access and education, youth and elder programming, cultural heritage and more. The Coordinator will support community organizations by preparing them for small grant support, providing training and technical assistance, and connecting them to additional resources. The Coordinator will spend the majority of their time providing one-on-one technical assistance to community-based organizations in rural North Carolina, assisting with both project-related and organizational development support. The Coordinator will work independently and with team members to develop and deliver workshops and trainings that Resourceful Communities hosts regularly and to support community-based organizations on a range of topics and themes pertinent to faith-based groups and community-based organizations.

The position is based out of The Conservation Fund’s Chapel Hill, North Carolina office; and in-office work is required at least two days a week. Regular travel in NC is required; mileage reimbursement/car rental for travel and lodging (as needed) will be provided. This position is grant supported and is subject to funding availability. Office space and laptop provided.

See: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=a537a5bc-abc3-4781-95fd-640ce5ed26bb&ccId=19000101_000001&type=JS&lang=en_US&jobId=471952

Climate Corps Fellow
Environmental Defense Fund

Multiple locations, including New York, NY; San Francisco, CA; Chicago, IL; Boston, MA; and other U.S. cities and towns.

Remote, hybrid, and on-site options available.
Job Type: 10-12 week summer fellowship

We are looking for graduate students from a wide range of backgrounds who are motivated to join the climate workforce. Climate Corps fellows work with companies, public institutions, and non-profit organizations to meet climate commitments by identifying opportunities to reduce emissions in their operations and supply chains.

Fellows are matched with host organizations based on their location, industry and project type preferences. You can view the full list of past organizations on our website. A list of 2024 host organizations will be available to successful candidates following their interview. Projects will be focused on the following areas:

• Animal agriculture
• Climate commitments and roadmaps
• Environmental and climate justice
• Food waste
• Renewables and energy efficiency
• Supplier engagement and Scope 3
• Sustainable finance
• Zero-emission vehicles and fleet transition

Benefits of Climate Corps
Hands-on Impact: As a fellow, you will work with an impactful host to drive meaningful progress in the fight against climate change. We’ve placed over 1,700 fellows in organizations like City of Austin, Google, Morgan Stanley, REI and Ulta.

Training & Development: Before you begin your work, you will attend our training to equip you with the tools you’ll need for a successful fellowship. Throughout the summer, you’ll receive continuous support from subject matter experts, Climate Corps staff, and peers. After your fellowship, you will have access to continuing education and career support.

Network Building: You will have opportunities to make connections through regional events, online community, and mentorship.

Required Qualifications

• At the time of application, enrolled in a graduate certificate or degree program.
• Self-starter with project management and leadership experience, including demonstrated success aligning and collaborating across teams.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
• A passion for solving environmental challenges.
• Eligible to work in the United States during the summer of 2024.

Depending on the available projects, skills in financial analysis, data analysis, and familiarity with greenhouse gas emissions accounting and reporting frameworks are valuable assets.

Don’t hesitate to apply if your experience doesn’t match every listed skill. Our projects require a variety of talents, and we’re looking for fellows from diverse fields. As Climate Corps aims to strengthen the next generation of climate leaders to accelerate the transition to a clean energy future for all, we recognize that our individual and collective futures depend on the contributions of people from all backgrounds and identities – both visible and invisible- to create lasting environmental solutions. The Climate Corps program is proud that our fellows represent a diverse population of individuals and believes this diversity makes our program stronger. Environmental Defense Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All Climate Corps fellows are required to participate in the week-long virtual Training from May 20-24, 2024.

Compensation
A minimum of $1,400 per week for 10-12 weeks, plus $1,400 for participation in Fellow Training.

Application Deadline
Please visit our website to complete your 2024 fellow application which can be found at this link:
https://environmentaldefensefund.my.site.com/EDFCCFellowPortal/s/login/

For early consideration and the best opportunity to be matched with one of your preferred host organizations, please apply by November 30, 2023 11:59 pm PT. The final application deadline is January 9, 2024 11:59 pm PT. For more information about the timeline and program, please visit the EDF Climate Corps website.

Questions? Please email our team at EDFClimateCorps.apply@edf.org.

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The Urbanism + Planning group of AECOM is actively seeking a creative and enthusiastic Urban Planner for employment in the Washington, DC office. The Urban planner will serve on multi-disciplinary planning efforts in the region’s most treasured places, from national parks to emerging neighborhoods. As part of a highly collaborative team of urban designers, planners, and landscape architects, the Urban Planner will develop planning documents and facilitate stakeholder engagement efforts to help municipal, federal, and private sector clients advance transformational projects in the region including monuments and memorials, civic buildings, trail systems, multimodal infrastructure, and mixed-use development.

This position is expected to begin Fall 2023.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Compile data and conduct research in support of planning initiatives.
• Create innovative and informative graphics and maps.
• Write, design, and format sections of planning reports and documents.
• Produce material for project meetings and workshops.
• Organize and participate in stakeholder engagement activities.
• Communicate effectively with team and client stakeholders.
• Ensure quality of work meets AECOM standards.
• Manage time independently and effectively.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Urban and Regional Planning or related field + 2 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Experience with MS Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite required.
• Experience with ArcGIS and data analysis required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Apt at developing high quality and creative graphics and document layouts.
• Ability to manage discrete project tasks as required.
• Understanding of NEPA and municipal planning processes, as well Washington, D.C. regional context.
• AICP certification (or certification track) preferred.
• Positive outlook and can-do attitude approach to tasks and teamwork.
• Exceptional writing, research, analysis and communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to balance priorities.
• Effective problem solving and analytical skills.
• Efficient and organized worker with a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently as well as in multi-disciplinary teams.

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position requires a hybrid work schedule which includes in office work in Washington, DC. The selected candidate must be available to work in Washington, DC on a scheduled basis.

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10093455
Business Line: B&P – Buildings & Places

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: East

Career Area: Planning

Work Location Model: Hybrid

In this position with Maine’s Coastal (Zone Management) Program, you will work collaboratively with state, federal, local, and regional governments, partners, and stakeholders to design, obtain funding for, oversee, and evaluate nature-based solutions for coastal climate adaptation coastwide including living shorelines, estuarine land conservation, salt marsh restoration and migration, and coastal carbon sequestration.
You will have the opportunity to advise MCP and DMR leadership on MCP coastal resiliency policy initiatives and implement Maine Won’t Wait, the State’s award-winning State Climate Action Plan through scientific research, design and management of pilot projects, and application of sound science into management policies and plans

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ICF’s Disaster Management (DM) Division seeks a Mitigation and Resilience Analyst to support our growing portfolio of nation-wide hazard mitigation planning, federal grant assistance and floodplain management projects. The DM Division supports U.S. federal agencies; state, local, tribal and territorial (SLTT) governments; and non-governmental partners to design and implement plans, policies, and programs that promote local pre-disaster mitigation action and support long-term housing, economic and infrastructure recovery post-disaster. Our primary clients are SLTT governments who apply for and administer Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) disaster recovery and hazard mitigation programs, and we are swiftly expanding to cover funds appropriated through the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).

 

This entry-level position will have multi-faceted responsibilities related to technical delivery and client engagement. The successful candidate should be equipped to support our clients with grant writing, report development, technical assessments, and policy research related to hazard mitigation planning and climate adaptation upon arrival. Furthermore, ICF seeks a team-oriented self-starter that will work proactively alongside colleagues, clients, and other contractors as directed to deliver quality products and services.

 

This is a remote-based position with preferred locations in North Carolina and the National Capital Region (i.e., Northern Virginia, Washington, D.C., and Southern Maryland). The ideal candidate must be able to travel up to 20% domestically based on current and prospective clients. 

 

Our work is done in a professional, collaborative, and engaging environment that enables individuals to pursue their passions while maximizing value for our clients. This position offers a flexible work schedule, upward mobility opportunities, agency to build and foster your own client relationships, and guidance and mentorship from a world-class team of professionals.

 

Key Responsibilities
•    Conducting open-source research, document reviews and data analysis to support local hazard mitigation planning and grant application development for resilience projects.
•    Performing benefit-cost analysis to determine the future risk reduction benefits of hazard mitigation actions and comparing those benefits with projected costs.
•    Developing written products (e.g., standard operating procedures, checklists, reports, etc.) and tools (e.g., dashboards, graphics, etc.) to support the design and implementation of client projects.
•    Assisting with development of agendas, presentations, and reports to support client engagement and project implementation activities.
•    Interfacing with clients and other contractors to solicit information and communicate deadlines.
•    Utilizing geographic information systems (GIS) to create layered maps that help clients understand trends, relationships, and geographic context.
•    Assist with business development activities, including supporting special initiatives and market research.

 

Resumes must reflect the required qualifications for consideration.

 

Basic Qualifications
•    Bachelor’s degree in planning, Public and/or Environmental Justice or Policy, Business, or similar field
•    1+ years’ grant writing or policy experience for federal grant programs
•    1+ years’ experience executing technical assessments related to hazard mitigation, including policy analysis, risk and vulnerability assessments, or benefit-cost analysis.

 

Preferred Qualifications (May give candidates an edge and preference for consideration)
•    Master’s degree in Planning, Public and/or Environmental Justice/Policy, Business, or similar field
•    Experience with FEMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance (e.g., HMGP, FMA, BRIC) or HUD CDBG-DR and/or MIT programs, including experience using the FEMA BCA Toolkit
•    Experience with data visualization and dashboard development for topics related to hazard mitigation and resilience.
•    Ability to effectively convey technical information to broad and diverse audiences through written and verbal communication.
•    Grant application and management experience for infrastructure projects
•    Experience developing hazard mitigation plans or long-term recovery strategies.
•    Working knowledge of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)
•    Geographic Information Systems (GIS) experience

 

Desired Professional Skills
•    Able to prioritize and balance workload across multiple projects with short-term deadlines.
•    Team-oriented professional who proactively engages other team members to ensure quality of delivery.
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills
•    Values and demonstrates integrity and ethical behavior in all things.
•    Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)

 

Working at ICF

 

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

 

We can only solve the world’s toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO & AA policy.

 

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email icfcareercenter@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more about non-discrimination: Know Your Rights and Pay Transparency Statement.

 

Pay Range – There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position is:

$42,424.00 – $72,121.00

 

Nationwide Remote Office (US99)

The Leadership Fellow Program is a two-year rotational program at The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey open to students who are receiving a graduate degree between December 2023 and June 2024. Over the span of two years, Leadership Fellows have the opportunity to rotate through four different departments of their choice. Departments where Fellows frequently rotate include Aviation, Planning & Regional Development, Port, Sustainability, Tunnels Bridges & Terminals, Engineering, Finance, the PATH transit system, Agency airports (LaGuardia, JFK, and Newark), the Port Authority Bus Terminal, and more. While there’s no typical day for a Leadership Fellow, some examples of responsibilities include project management, community outreach, process improvement, research, assisting with facility operations, and leading other important initiatives that impact the New York and New Jersey region. The program is designed to build a strong foundation of business acumen, adaptability, and knowledge of The Port Authority as a whole. The breadth and depth of experiences within the program are critical in preparing Leadership Fellows to be future leaders within the Agency.

Leadership Fellows are full-time, permanent employees with a yearly salary and benefits. After successful completion of the program, Leadership Fellows are considered for key positions throughout the Port Authority. As of 2023, there are approximately 100 program alumni still working at the Agency.

NC Conservation Network (NCCN) is looking for an organized and team-oriented advocate to be our new Transportation Campaigns Manager. Working as part of the NC Conservation Network team, and in partnership with dozens of allied organizations across the state, the Transportation Campaigns Manager leads our advocacy on transportation and state-level land use policies. This Spring, the NC Department of Transportation (NC DOT) finalized the Clean Transportation Plan, which spotlights the need to reduce vehicle miles traveled and to rapidly electrify North Carolina’s transportation sector to reach climate emissions goals. Beyond emissions reductions, North Carolina needs sustained progress in transportation and land use policy to build a healthy, sustainable economy that works for all residents of the state.

Objective
The Transportation Campaigns Manager coordinates coalition workgroups and advances advocacy campaigns through policy writing, strategic advice, legislative monitoring, and direct lobbying of decision makers. The Manager works to ensure that policy solutions advance equity and a sustainable economy as well as reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Much of the work requires ongoing relationships with state legislators, staff in the Governor’s Office, and officials in state agencies, as well as with partners in local government and with advocacy organizations across the state. The Manager reports directly to NCCN’s Policy Director. The position is based in Raleigh with occasional travel around and beyond the state. Hours during the legislative session can be non-traditional.

Location
Our office is located in downtown Raleigh, NC. NCCN operates on a hybrid schedule, with staff expected to be in the office or working in the field twice a week, and eligible to work from home the remainder of the time. NOTE: NCCN is continually re-assessing the hybrid work environment (with input from staff), and expectations may change going forward based on collective feedback and the organization’s needs.

Responsibilities

Develop and participate in coalition campaigns on transportation and land use policy
The Transportation Campaigns Manager actively designs and participates in policy campaigns to promote the electrification of public and private vehicle fleets, re-orientation of state transportation priorities, and reform of the state transportation system to better serve all North Carolinians. As a related but secondary area of focus, the Manager advocates for or against state-level bills and proposed rules that shape land use patterns and local planning authority. In the service of policy campaigns, the Manager conducts legal and policy research, drafts comment letters, develops strategy, drafts factsheets and talking points, and cultivates relationships with decision makers.

Host policy advocacy working groups
The Manager hosts meetings for standing workgroups of transportation advocates. Depending on the pace of campaigns, these meetings can occur weekly to quarterly. The Manager ensures that working groups are inclusive, efficient, and support a high level of trust and coordination among participating advocates. In addition, the Manager participates in workgroups hosted by partners.

Coordinate with NCCN colleagues
The Manager collaborates with NCCN colleagues who are tracking environmental legislation, helping shape expenditures of state and federal funding streams, and working to advance environmental equity. In addition, the Manager works closely with NCCN’s communications and organizing teams, drafting materials that are revised and shared with journalists and with NCCN’s activists and partners across the state.

Safeguard affiliate interests
The Manager works with NCCN affiliates on an individual basis to alert them to developments in transportation and growth policy, to help them design their advocacy strategies, and to introduce them to contacts in state agencies or other advocacy groups.

Serve in stakeholder meetings
The Manager periodically represents NCCN in legislative or agency-initiated meetings that include state and local officials and staff and other stakeholders. During these initiatives, the Manager is responsible for briefing NCCN affiliates and partners on the progress of negotiations and representing their needs in the process.

Qualifications

Critical Job Skills/Experience
• JD, or MA in city/regional planning or transportation planning
• Substantive knowledge of transportation policy, land use planning
• Experience or familiarity with strategies to advance environmental equity
• Ability to lead working groups and manage multiple work streams concurrently
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong writing skills

Preferred
• Experience with or close knowledge of North Carolina politics
• Experience working with state level advocacy organizations
• Familiarity with NC DOT’s strategic prioritization program
Salary/Benefits

The starting salary range for this position is $65,000 – $75,000, commensurate with applicable work experience. Employment with NC Conservation Network includes a full benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and retirement, as well as generous paid vacation, sick, and holiday time. Health, dental, and vision premiums are covered at 100% for employees and 50% for dependents.

NCCN works with a population that is diverse in terms of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, class, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, and physical and mental ability. We believe in the need for and the value of this diversity as part of any part of society. It is the policy of NCCN to work actively to build and maintain a program, a staff, and a Board that reflect this belief.

NCCN is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious affiliation, sex, gender identity, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at NCCN will be based solely on merit, qualifications, and skillset.

Application Instructions

To apply, please email your resume and cover letter by Friday, June 9, 2023.

Please address the cover letter to Grady McCallie, Policy Director, NC Conservation Network, 234 Fayetteville St, 5th floor, Raleigh, NC 27601, and send the email to grady@ncconservationnetwork.org with the subject Attn: Transportation Campaigns Manager Position.

We will request a writing sample at a later stage of the interview process.

Description:

The Town of Cary is looking for a passionate and driven professional to share in our goal of creating the Local Government That Doesn’t Exist in innovative and exciting ways! Through the value of People First, we emphasize the importance of taking care of our employees and citizens. We strive to live inspired while working together to impact lives through exceptional service.

Cary offers the best benefits in support of 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 employees’ whole selves, and sets us apart as an employer of choice.

It is an exciting time to be a part of our organization! If you are committed to excellence and providing high quality service and desire growth opportunities and a great place to work, this may be the opportunity for you!

The Senior Planner performs complex professional work in a variety of assignments. We are looking to add someone to our team who can contribute to and has experience in development plan review, presenting to board and commissions; reviewing and facilitation of infill and redevelopment projects; managing and presenting ordinance amendments; and working in areas of current planning. This position requires excellent written and facilitation skills to communicate with various audiences including boards, commissions, development partners, and the community. Plan review experience is a vital component of this position. You must have the ability to work independently and in a team environment across multiple departments with limited daily direction. Successful candidates will collaborate in a fast-paced, evolving environment and must be able to adapt to change through continuous learning while empowering others through shared knowledge. Demonstrated knowledge of land use principles, zoning practices, urban design, mixed use concepts, infill and redevelopment are desired.

Work is performed under the general supervision of senior members of the staff and requires independent judgment and discretion in the performance of duties. Specific duties and requirements are determined by the area of assignment.

Typical Tasks:
Specific duties may vary depending on work demands:

* Development plan review for various levels of plan types and complexities. Plan review requires the application of Cary’s policy documents, Land Development Ordinance and Community Appearance Manual. Plan review responsibilities also involve collaboration and effective communication with other departments within Cary as well as the development community.
* Develops. interprets, amends, and enforces ordinances regarding zoning and development;
* Drafts Requests for Qualifications and Requests for Proposals and manages consultants for specific projects;
* Assists in the planning and implementation of various programs related to transit, land use, design guidelines, transportation-related plans and other small area plans;
* Assists with the review of rezoning and annexation cases.
* Reviews sign permits and works with the business community on the creation, and revisions to Master Sign Plans
* Provides staff support to the Zoning Board of Adjustment; process applications and prepares staff reports for variances, administrative appeals and appeals of civil penalties; presents cases to the Zoning Board of Adjustment;
* Prepares zoning verification letters;
* Responds to inquiries from citizens, businesses, landowners, developers and elected and appointed officials regarding matters such as population and demographics, status of current projects, interpretations of the Land Use Plan, zoning matters, current and proposed ordinances, area plans and studies and on issues related to environmental and historic preservation and development;
* Coordinates and organizes public meetings; participates in the facilitation of in-person and virtual public meetings, open houses, and inter-governmental meetings;
* Assists in the development and implementation of Council initiatives and goals related to long- range planning; prepares, plans, develops and implements elements of the comprehensive plan
* Performs other job-related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of land use planning, planning research, zoning, and annexations; thorough knowledge of municipal planning, landscape architecture principles and practice, and urban design; thorough knowledge of the Development Ordinance and its applications; bicycle and pedestrian planning; thorough knowledge of transit operations and planning; thorough knowledge of growth management methods and practices; thorough knowledge of statistical methods and their application; thorough knowledge of the sources of data and information; thorough knowledge of principles and practice of community facilitation and conflict resolution; thorough knowledge of the use of personal computers and computer software; ability to read and interpret ordinances, statutes, plans, maps, etc.; ability to plan, organize, supervise and carry out complex research projects effectively and simultaneously; ability to present the results of research effectively in oral, written, and graphic form; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, municipal officials, representatives of other agencies, and members of the general public.

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 a closely related field and considerable experience in professional planning. A master’s degree in a closely related field may be credited toward some years of experience.

* Experience with land use principles, zoning practices, urban design, mixed use and redevelopment projects
* Development plan review experience
* Experience reviewing rezoning requests
* Experience with current planning permitting processes, such as building permits, sign permits, special use permits and zoning verification letters
* Experience interpreting and researching ordinances
* Proficiency in navigating plan review software platforms and GIS.
* Experience writing staff reports and making presentations Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Desire to seek out, foster and implement change
* Desire to build collaborative groups within the organization Ability to learn and adapt in an agile environment
* Ability to work on a variety of tasks while being extremely organized and detail-oriented
* American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), Certified Zoning Official (CZO) 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.

APPLICANTS, PLEASE CLICK ON THE BELOW LINK TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION!

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/townofcary/jobs/4058756/senior-planner

THIS JOB POSTING WILL CLOSE ON 07/06/2023 AT 11:59PM.

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