Employees in this class perform a wide variety of administrative support, secretarial, office management,
and clerical duties. Work generally requires that employees independently handle certain activities such as
information processing and referral, fiscal controls, computer systems administration, or a special aspect of a
program of office activity. Secretarial duties are considered at the advanced journey level and require considerable
tact and discretion in handling sensitive or confidential matters in the program areas. Work requires a broader
knowledge of office operations in order that the role may serve as backup and at a competent level in several
roles. Frequent personal contact is required with developers, surveyors, county employees, property owners, and
the general public. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Planning & Inspections Director or
other designated departmental supervisor and is evaluated through observation, conferences, and the quality and
effectiveness of work completed.

The purpose of this position is to provide planning services for current planning projects including rezonings, historic preservation and annexations.

The purpose of this position is to support department planning activities, including development plan review, advisory board staffing, research, project management, and community engagement

This position requires advanced professional planning experience as it often leads or is significantly involved with larger, more complex planning assignments and projects. The Senior Planner – Current Planning should possess greater independence and judgment while receiving general supervision from the Planning Director. This position supervises current planning division staff and offers the potential for future advancement.

Under limited supervision, performs supervisory, technical administrative and professional work in directing and coordinating the activities of the Planning Department to ensure the protection of the natural environment, the orderly growth and efficient administration of County resources. The Director of Planning is responsible for enforcement of land use ordinances such as those pertaining to subdivisions, mobile homes, flood damage prevention and others; and providing administrative supervision for code enforcement activities of the Department. The position is responsible for the formulation, implementation, modification and improvement of master and subsidiary plans for the County’s physical and community development, including the formulation of a comprehensive land use plan. Position is also responsible for serving as a technical advisor to the Board of County Commissioners and County Manager on matters relating to planning and development. Supervises a staff of professional, technical and support personnel. The Planning Director reports to the County Manager.

The Mid-East Commission Planning, Economic Development, and Community Services Department, located in Washington, North Carolina serving a five county region, is seeking a qualified individual with education and experience in the areas of, Land Use Planning, Zoning Administration, Transportation Planning and Water Quality Planning, to fill the position of Planner. The Planner position, under the supervision of the Department Director, performs professional planning work for the COG. Work primarily includes conducting planning, zoning, land use, open space, water quality and assistance to the COG members, as well as coordination of Rural Transportation Planning Organizations (RPO). Work requires thorough knowledge of the planning field and is characterized by independent judgment and initiative in the performance of duties. Work is performed primarily in an inside environment. The employee may serve as a lead worker or project manager. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Director of Planning, Economic Development and Community Services and is evaluated through conferences, observation, reports, progress on projects, and feedback from the clients.

An employee in this class performs research and background work for the implementation of the City’s adopted long-range plans, provides demographic and socio-economic data to the public,
facilitates the realization of planning projects and goals, revises plans as-needed to maintain their relevance, and assists the Director with drafting design and zoning standards that will implement
planning goals and objectives. Work includes public meeting facilitation and involves giving information, answering inquiries, and serving as primary staff for the City’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission. The employee will also be expected to work on small area plans that realize the City’s land use, transportation, and comprehensive planning goals, as specified in its adopted plans. Work requires the performance of technical support duties such as
doing research work for any planning project for the City. Work on nights and weekends will periodically be required. Work is supervised by the Development Director and is evaluated
through conferences, review of assigned projects, and overall completion of assigned tasks.

E. L. Robinson Engineering Co. is a diversified civil engineering and planning firm with a staff of over 175 full-time, experienced professionals and support personnel who are in 12 offices located throughout West Virginia, Ohio, Kentucky, North Carolina, Virginia, and South Carolina. Our clientele includes several state transportation agencies: VDOT, NCDOT, WVDOH, ODOT, and SCDOT.

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science, Planning, Engineering or related field or equivalent experience. Master’s degree applicants are welcome.

The position will include the following knowledge and skills:

• Familiarity with National Environmental Policy Act and North Carolina Environmental Policy Act (NEPA-SEPA) procedures.
• Ability to prepare environmental documents and technical studies per NEPA/SEPA guidelines for state and federal agencies.
• Familiarity with travel demand modeling principles including socio-economic and land use forecasting.
• Experience with ArcGIS is a plus- preparing maps, conducting spatial and temporal data analysis including data collection, management and visual information systems.
• Familiarity with demographic data sources including census files, American Community Survey data, etc.
• Familiarity with community impact assessment principles including social and economic analysis.
• Assist with public involvement activities (meetings, mailings, media announcements, graphics, website management, etc.) and ensure compliance with agency public involvement requirements.
• Familiarity with natural systems surveys and impact assessment (i.e. 401/404 permitting, wetland delineations, natural resource surveys, etc.)
• Strong capability in the use of computer applications including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to follow direction and work in a team environment
• Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prepare technical reports
• Motivated to learn and think critically

Note- Applicants are not expected to be proficient in all the areas listed above as the position will allow for on the job training.

ELR recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer: Competitive salary, Leave accrual and paid holidays, Healthcare benefits including vision and dental, Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance, Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program. ELR is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti- discrimination laws.

ACLS is pleased to announce the tenth annual competition of the Mellon/ACLS Public Fellows program. The program promotes the visibility and value of the humanities PhD beyond the academy by offering opportunities for PhDs to contribute to the public good while gaining career-building experience in the fields of policy, community development, conservation, arts and culture, and media. This initiative is made possible through the support of The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.

In 2020, the program is offering 21 two-year term positions at organizations in government and nonprofit sectors for recent PhDs from the humanities and humanistic social sciences. Fellows will participate in the substantive work of these organizations and will have opportunities for networking, mentoring, and career development programming, both in-person and virtually. Fellows receive a stipend of $70,000 per year and have access to employer-based health insurance through the host organization. In addition, ACLS provides funds for relocation and professional development.

The Digital Research Support Specialist (DRSS) will contribute to the work of Digital Research Services, a department in the University Libraries that supports the Davis Library Research Hub. The Research Hub offers space, technology, research support, and training for patrons using GIS (Geographic Information Systems), numeric data, and data visualization. Digital Research Services has staff members with expertise in geographic information systems, data analysis, and data visualization, and offers a service desk staffed with student consultants to answer lower level research questions (tier one). The Digital Research Support Specialist will manage the tier one research support services. This includes directly assisting Library patrons with first tier research inquiries (with a focus on GIS), overseeing the Davis Library Research Hub service point, and supervising hourly student workers. This position will also coordinate technology, outreach efforts, and events.

The Digital Research Support Specialist will hire, train, and supervise the student consultants that provide first-tier research support. The person in this position will coordinate staffing of the service desk and will manage the schedule and student budget. They will also collaborate with the Library’s Desktop Support unit and DRS staff members to ensure adequate hardware and software for the computer lab.

This position will lead outreach and communication efforts for Digital Research Services by serving as the department’s primary communicator on social media and by coordinating efforts with the University Libraries Communications department. The DRSS will organize workshops, programs, tours, and events in the University Libraries’ Research Hub. They will maintain the public calendar of events, schedule Library spaces, coordinate with speakers, and ensure proper technology setup and furniture arrangement for programs and events.