Upcoming Events
2019 APA-MA Annual Awards- Invitation to Register!
Tufts University - Breed Memorial Hall, Friday, December 13, 2019 12:00-2:00 pm
Join your friends at the American Planning Association, Massachusetts Chapter (APA-MA) & Massachusetts Association of Planning Directors (MAPD) as we celebrate the holiday season and honor innovative planning projects and professionals across Massachusetts. Catch up with colleagues, meet new friends and enjoy the holiday cheer at Tufts University - Breed Memorial Hall, for this year's celebration! Click here for MBTA and parking information!
This event sells out fast! Reserve your spot here: Eventbrite Registration
Your registration MUST be received by noon, Wednesday December 4, 2019.
Hope to see you there!
Announcements
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Job Opportunities
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Special Projects Coordinator $68,388/yr. See complete job description https://capecodcommission.org/about-us/employment/ Works with staff and stakeholders to communicate complex information related to the environment, economy, infrastructure planning, coastal resilience, housing and other regional issues. Ability to visualize data, prepare public presentations and create graphic media. Supports public education through media outlets and …Read More »Senior Transportation Planner – The Connecticut Metropolitan Council of Governments
Senior Transportation Planner The Connecticut Metropolitan Council of Governments (METROCOG), a multi-discipline regional planning organization with six member communities – Bridgeport, Easton, Fairfield, Monroe, Stratford and Trumbull – is seeking a well-qualified candidate to fill the position of Senior Transportation Planner. Under the supervision of the Executive Director and Planning …Read More »Data Manager and Analyst/Pioneer Valley Planning Commission
Data Manager and Analyst/Pioneer Valley Planning Commission: Seeking a collaborative professional to serve a primary role in managing, supplying, and analyzing data for ongoing planning initiatives through PVPC’s Regional Information and Policy Center. Candidates must have exceptional computer, research, and communication skills plus be creative, well organized and self-motivated. Experience …Read More »Town Planner/Community Development Director – Town of Grafton
The Town of Grafton (pop.18,000+) is accepting applications for the position of Town Planner/Community Development Director. Excellent opportunity to work in a progressive and professional environment. A successful candidate will work on a variety of planning projects in a proactive and dynamic community, including mill village re-development, affordable housing, and …Read More »Staff Planner – City of Gloucester
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