TOWN OF WEYMOUTH Principal Planner  The Town of Weymouth has a challenging opportunity for a Principal Planner.  Working under the administrative direction of the Director of Planning and Community Development and in accordance with State and local laws and regulations, the Principal Planner will administer the land use policies of the town, in the form of subdivision, special permits, site plan review and specific planning studies. Administers subdivision rules and regulations, including processing of applications, conducting site reviews, coordinating town agencies’ comments, making recommendation, preparing of conditions, developing construction cost estimates, and monitoring construction progress. Researches and drafts any necessary rules, regulations and ordinances pertaining to land use issues. Administers zoning special permit and variance application process; including agenda preparation and application review for the Board of Zoning Appeals, or by the … Read entire article »

City of Newton, MA Department of Planning and Development JOB POSTING  Job Title:                Economic Development Director Reports To:           Director of Planning & Development Starting Salary:    $92,474 Job Responsibilities:  Preparation and management of the City’s economic development work program; promotion and encouragement of business development in Newton; assistance to and facilitation of permitting requests from existing and new businesses; coordination and implementation of long- and short-range planning and marketing studies, and promotional materials; conducting studies and preparing of reports necessary for updating the City’s Economic Development Strategy and implementing its goals and actions; participation in village center planning studies and corridor plans; providing staff and technical support to the Economic Development Commission and back-up technical support to the Land Use Committee on significant mixed-use development projects; other project planning, management and oversight; proposal development, needs assessment, … Read entire article »

Title:              Senior Planner: Zoning /Special Projects Location:         Community Planning Department Status:             Full-time, 35 hours/week Grade:             15 Salary:             $67,889-$85,543 per year salary range The Town of Hingham is seeking a Senior Planner: Zoning /Special Projects to perform complex administrative analytic duties in support of the Community Planning Department. Employee works under the administrative direction of the Director of Community Planning and takes direction on zoning matters from the ZBA, and from the Planning Board on planning matters. The employee’s primary focus is to work collaboratively within the Community Planning Department and provide support for the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) including administering  hearings and drafting  decisions on applications for  variances and all special permits, as delegated in accordance with state statute MGL, Ch. 40 B and 40A, § 11; serving as the professional representative and … Read entire article »

Principal Planner, State of Rhode Island Statewide Planning Program Close Date: 5/24/13 The Rhode Island Statewide Planning Program is seeking a highly motivated individual for an exciting opportunity to work with municipal, state, and federal officials as a Principal Planner within the Consistency Review and Comprehensive Planning Unit. This position will involve building connections between all of the various levels of government in the development of local comprehensive plans, State goals and policies, and legislation. The Principal Planner position offers the opportunity to build partnerships with local planners in the crafting of local comprehensive plans by providing direct technical assistance during the comprehensive planning process. The selected candidate will be involved in reviewing and evaluating local comprehensive plans for consistency with the goals and policies of the State, and will work with subject-matter … Read entire article »

SUMMER 2013 INTERNSHIP POSITION PROGRAMMING AND OPERATIONS CNU New England (CNUNE) is one of 15 regional Chapters of the national advocacy organization known as the Congress for the New Urbanism. The organization is a diverse league of advocates from various disciplines, including architecture, urban design, urban planning, law, government, and development; all members share an interest in the built environment and a concern for its improvement. The New England Chapter has representation in all six states in the region with members located in each. The Board of Directors is comprised of 27 elected members. The Executive Committee meets monthly in Boston with committee meetings and professional and social programs occurring throughout New England. CNUNE is seeking an energetic and motivated individual to work directly with key members of the Chapter’s Board of Directors … Read entire article »

SUMMER 2013 INTERNSHIP POSITION ADVOCACY CNU New England (CNUNE) is one of 15 regional Chapters of the national advocacy organization known as the Congress for the New Urbanism. The organization is a diverse league of advocates from various disciplines, including architecture, urban design, urban planning, law, government, and development; all members share an interest in the built environment and a concern for its improvement. The New England Chapter has representation in all six states in the region with members located in each. The Board of Directors is comprised of 27 elected members. The Executive Committee meets monthly in Boston with committee meetings and professional and social programs occurring throughout New England. CNUNE is seeking an energetic and motivated individual to work directly with key members of the Chapter’s Board of … Read entire article »

Duties include but are not limited to the following:  Assisting the City Planner or Mayor’s designee in site plan and development impact review; demographic analysis; assistance to public relative to request for information; conducting planning studies including, but not limited to:  land use, open space, housing, economic development and transportation; provides staff support to the Planning Board.  Applies professional skills and knowledge to planning projects and responsibility such as collecting data and statistics, assisting in planning studies, performing preliminary analysis, preparing maps and reports, working as downtown manager assisting current, new and potential downtown business owners and oversee downtown development. Reviews plans for conformity with appropriate provisions of the state laws and the ordinances of the City of Brockton; provide general public with information on FIRM maps.  Limited latitude for … Read entire article »

Position:                Planner/Project Manager        Department:          Department of Planning & Development   Salary:                   $42,832 to $55,694 annual DUTIES: Work under the direction of the Director of Planning & Development in advancing the overall planning and development and infrastructure agenda for the City.  The Planner/ Project Manager shall bring demonstrated practical experience in the community planning process and its component project management activities with a regard for neighborhood planning; transportation and traffic movement and safety; streetscape; infrastructure; and park and open space planning.  Provide advice and expertise in project management including consultant management and the practical aspects of plan development and specifications. As designated, will represent the Director of Planning and Development with local, state and federal agencies, and general citizenry and business community on matters related to planning, transportation, open space, and infrastructure … Read entire article »

MassBike, the Massachusetts Bicycle Coalition, is seeking a full-time Project Coordinator. This brand-new role will oversee delivery of technical assistance to the City of Springfield, Massachusetts. MassBike will be working with the City to develop bicycle and pedestrian programs, identify potential funding sources for the development of bicycle and pedestrian facilities and programs, and incorporate bike/ped planning and design features into routine city processes, among other related tasks. This position is funded through September of 2014, and is based in the City of Springfield. The Project Coordinator will report to the Programs Director, and work closely with staff from City of Springfield and the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission. About MassBike: Established in 1977, MassBike is the statewide bicycling advocacy group for Massachusetts.  MassBike’s programs focus on promoting bicycle-friendly legislation; improving bicycle access … Read entire article »

JOB TITLE:  PRINCIPAL PLANNER JOB SITE: CITY OF STAMFORD, CT, LAND USE BUREAU Salary Range:  $87,546 – $112,290 JOB DESCRIPTION: GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:  Under the general direction of the Land Use Bureau Chief, supervises and manages subordinate planning and zoning staff; coordinates professional staff functions such as development review, regulatory analysis, policy planning and research; does related work as required. EXAMPLES OF WORK:  Provides direct support to the Planning Board and Zoning Board in the execution of their adopted work programs. Attends weekly night meetings of the Planning Board and/or Zoning Board as assigned. Assumes leadership role in completing team projects. Supervises subordinate professional staff and reviews completed assignments. Meet with the public and community organizations and agencies to solicit input and maintain dialog on planning and zoning goals and objectives. Assist in the … Read entire article »