This position conducts regulatory review of development proposals and subdivision plat applications; researches development activity, considers policy trends, and prepares recommendations; interacts directly with the public, developers, engineers, architects and other professionals; and makes presentations to the Planning Commission, city officials, other boards and agencies.

The Planner position assists with short and long range planning activities for The Research Triangle Park and supporting real estate transactions. The position also collects, analyzes, and reports on data of various types, including but not limited to: land use, GIS, market, and company data.

The Port Authority of NY & NJ is looking for career-minded individuals with a passion and commitment to public service to join our distinguished Leadership Fellow rotational program for graduate students who expect to receive their degree in Fall 2019 or Spring 2020. This is your chance to join the Port Authority as we connect the region in new ways for generations to come.

If you have ever flown out of JFK, biked across the George Washington Bridge, or captured that perfect picture of the World Trade Center, then you have witnessed just some of what the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey does. We run some of the busiest and most critical transportation facilities in New York-New Jersey metropolitan region. It takes a dedicated team of over a thousand men and women to operate these facilities safely, efficiently, and with a high standard of customer service. Our nearly 8,000 employees are committed to the work they do – work that moves millions of people and supports billions of dollars in economic activity each year.

The City of Long Beach, California is looking for talented aspiring public leaders interested in applying their skills to serve a diverse, full-service city of 470,000 residents. Established in 1980, the City of Long Beach Management Assistant program is the longest-running municipal management development program in California. The Management Assistant Program provides talented and motivated individuals with experience and skills to become innovative local government leaders. Management Assistants experience a paid one-year apprenticeship working in four three-month rotations in various city departments alongside career department heads. For more information, visit our website.

Alumni of the Management Assistant Program have held many key positions in the City including Assistant City Manager, Deputy City Manager, and Directors of Economic Development, Development Services, and Human Resources. Alumni have also taken leadership positions in various other local government agencies, as well as non-profits and philanthropic organizations.

Under direction, the Planner III performs complex and responsible planning work in the land use, zoning, urban design, economic development, housing development, environmental planning, open space and recreation, code enforcement, historic preservation, real estate, waterfront planning, park planning, natural resource management and other related planning fields.

The essential functions of this job include: supervising, assisting, and/or developing & implementing planning policies and procedures; compiling, analyzing and interpreting complex technical, physical, social, economic, and statistical data related to planning (such as urban policy development, planning projects, zoning permit and subdivision application review, open space and recreation planning, historic preservation, environmental review, property management, land management, natural resources and/or other legal requirements); studying and making recommendations on complex planning related issues, designing and preparing graphic presentations to illustrate planning and development concepts, reviewing and/or coordinating the environmental review processes, supervising and reviewing the work of subordinates and consultants engaged in planning work, preparing clearly written, concise staff reports and documents that are understandable to the general public, coordinating with other city and governmental agencies on planning matters, reviewing and evaluating various building and land use permit applications, representing the department to government officials, community groups, developers, business organizations and the general public; developing, managing and coordinating public outreach processes for department policies, plans or initiatives; interpreting and explaining legal, technical and procedural aspects of planning work; and performing related duties as required.

This position requires an independent self-starter with tact and self-confidence and must possess excellent computer skills (MS Office Suite, Adobe Pro, Blue Beam, and/or ArcMap 10.6); the ability to adhere to a strict schedule and timetable; to work independently with many interruptions; to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other employees, design professionals, developers, and the general public; prepare accurate and concise plan review comments and planning reports; the ability to develop, interpret and firmly enforce relevant ordinances; and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Experience in a public planning department strongly preferred.

A four-year degree in urban planning or a related field and a minimum of 1 year professional planning experience (or an equivalent combination) are necessary. Knowledge of landscape materials, architecture and/or urban design are a plus. Typical working hours include regular office hours M-F 8am-5pm and evening meetings beginning at 7pm on most Tuesdays of each month. Compensatory time is given for evening meetings.

JOIN OUR TEAM! You are invited to bring your passion for public service and improving the Harnett County community to our team as a Planner I. The Development Services Department is seeking a Planner I to perform professional planning work in support of current planning and development and long-range planning projects.

Harnett County is one of the fastest growing counties in North Carolina with approximately 130,000 residents. Our “Strong Roots, New Growth,” describes a county in transition, one that values its rural agricultural heritage while also embracing new growth and industry. Harnett County is optimally located between North Carolina’s capital city of Raleigh and the internationally recognized Research Triangle Park to the north, and the nation’s largest military installation in Fort Bragg to the south. The county is also centrally located in North Carolina and is within close proximity to the Great Smoky Mountains and Blue Ridge Parkway, and to the numerous Atlantic Ocean beaches and the Outer Banks.

Harnett County offers a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, a competitive salary and benefits package including health and dental coverage, as well as retirement and a free health clinic for employees and anyone in their household.

Performs intermediate technical and administrative work interpreting and enforcing zoning ordinances, land use and development ordinances and the City’s environmental codes. Position also serves as the nuisance abatement officer of the City. Work is performed under general supervision. Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Environmental Science, or related field. Masters in Planning, Public Administration or other related field preferred. Prior experience with code enforcement at the municipal, county, or state governmental level required. Building code experience, a plus. Possession of an appropriate driver’s license valid in the State of North Carolina. Possession of a Zoning Officials Certification by the NCAZO or ability to obtain within one year of employment. Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) is a global research organization at the leading edge of evidence-based environmental public policy in the transportation sector worldwide. In this role you will work with the Executive Director and Communications team to inform and influence the global policy discussion around transportation, health and climate change. Come get your start here with the extraordinary staff here at the ICCT.

This position performs technical and professional transportation planning work for the region. Work includes tasks such as technical research and writing; gathering statistics and field data; analyzing data, preparing reports; developing recommendations; preparing GIS data and maps; providing technical assistance to the local government members; planning and participating in various public participation processes; supporting groups and committees made up of citizen and public officials; evaluating programs; preparing and presenting reports; and complying with grant reporting regulations. Work requires considerable knowledge of rural transportation planning and of planning concepts as well as independent judgment and initiative in the performance of duties. This position requires travel including attending various regional or state transportation planning meetings, special traffic and corridor studies, various data gathering and analysis meetings, night and weekend attendance is required as needed. Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license required. Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in Transportation, Planning or related field and professional experience in transportation planning work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Hiring Range $46,600-68,200 DOQ. Applicants should submit cover letter, resume and PD 107 to Eastern Carolina Council, PO Box 1717, New Bern, NC 28563 or jmiller@eccog.org.