Welcome

The American Planning Association Massachusetts Chapter (APA-MA) is an official Chapter of the American Planning Association (APA). We are a 1,100-plus member organization of professional planners and planning officials who serve Massachusetts communities in many ways, at all levels of government, the private sector and not-for-profit organizations.

Mission

The mission of the Massachusetts Chapter of the American Planning Association is to enhance and support planning in Massachusetts through education, advocacy, outreach, communication, and provision of services & resources to members and the larger planning community, in a manner that maximizes diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Learn more about The American Planning Association Massachusetts Chapter (APA-MA).

Massachusetts Planning Magazine Spring 2024

The Spring 2024 issue of Massachusetts Planning is here!
We hope you find the articles enjoyable, informative,  and useful!
Look forward to the next issue of Massachusetts Planning coming in the Summer of 2024!

Announcements

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Job Opportunities

  • Project Planner – Toole Design Group

    Project Planner – Toole Design Group

    Toole Design Group in Boston, MA is looking to hire an experienced and talented full-time Project Planner. Are you passionate about helping communities plan, build, and retrofit their transportation systems to make walking, bicycling, and transit safer, more attractive, more efficient, and healthier? Are you looking to collaborate with some …Read More »
  • Senior Planner – City of Somerville

    Senior Planner – City of Somerville

    The City of Somerville is recruiting an experienced Senior Planner for the Planning, Preservation, & Zoning Division (PPZ) within the Mayor’s Office of Strategic Planning & Community Development (OSPCD). PPZ is the division responsible for the physical growth and development of the city and leads long-range planning efforts, preservation planning, …Read More »
  • Grant Administrator – City of Ithaca, NY 

    Grant Administrator – City of Ithaca, NY 

    The City of Ithaca is now accepting applications for the position of Grant Administrator. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by May 1, 2024, and no later than May 22, 2024. The Grant Administrator is an administrative position responsible for the overall management and coordination of grants across multiple City …Read More »
  • Assistant Executive Director—Brookline Housing Authority

    Assistant Executive Director—Brookline Housing Authority

    The primary purpose of this position is to exercise overall responsibility for maintaining the high quality of housing and support services provided to BHA residents. The incumbent oversees BHA’s day-to-day internal operations including Admissions, Leased Housing, Maintenance, Operations, Property Management, and Resident Services. The Assistant Executive Director works closely with …Read More »
  • Accounting & Finance Assistant – Merrimack Valley Planning Commission

    Accounting & Finance Assistant – Merrimack Valley Planning Commission

    We are currently accepting applications for a part-time or full-time (20-35 hours per week) position. Salary Range: $60,000-70,000 commensurate with experience. The Accounting and Finance assistant will support MVPC’s Administration & Finance Program under the direction of the Deputy Director / Finance Director. Areas of work may include accounting activities related …Read More »
  • Planner – Town of Wellesley

    Planner – Town of Wellesley

    Do you want to be part of the Town of Wellesley’s future growth while preserving the past? The Town of Wellesley’s Planning Department has an opening for a full-time (35 hours per week) Planner. The incumbent will work alongside the Planning Director and the Senior Planner to make recommendations on …Read More »
  • Planner/Epidemiologist – Berkshire Regional Planning Commission

    Planner/Epidemiologist – Berkshire Regional Planning Commission

    Berkshire Regional Planning Commission (BRPC) is looking for a Planner/Epidemiologist to provide support to the Berkshire Public Health Alliance and other BRPC Public Health Program projects. Specific tasks may include epidemiological research, analysis and presentation, as well as a variety of support tasks. This is a full-time, on-site, fully benefitted …Read More »
  • Market Analyst – RKG Associates

    Market Analyst – RKG Associates

    Join RKG Associates in Boston, MA or Alexandria, VA – Unleash Your Passion for Urban Planning and Economic Development! Are you eager to explore the intricate connections between economics, housing, real estate, and planning, and their profound impact on the communities we serve? At RKG Associates, we’re seeking a talented …Read More »
  • Executive Director – Southern Maine Planning & Development Commission

    Executive Director – Southern Maine Planning & Development Commission

    Full Job Announcement Available Here The Southern Maine Planning and Development Commission (SMPDC) is seeking an experienced, effective, and knowledgeable leader to become the Executive Director of the organization. This position will be the face of the organization. As the core steward of SMPDC’s mission, the individual in this position …Read More »
  • Project Manager-Brookline Housing Authority

    Project Manager-Brookline Housing Authority

    The Project Manager works in partnership with the Redevelopment team, other BHA departments, and community and project partners to advance the BHA’s affordable housing agenda through all stages of development. Helps develop and maintain project budgets, assemble financing, competitively procure and supervise consultants, and communicates with residents, the Town of …Read More »
  • Transportation Planner II- Bowman

    Transportation Planner II- Bowman

    Bowman’s East Coast Transportation group is committed to improving communities through multimodal transportation. We work with municipalities, transit agencies, institutions and other public and private sector clients to make it easier, safer and more efficient to walk, bike, take transit and use emerging mobility options. Our projects involve elements such …Read More »
  • Regional Bicycle and Pedestrian Network Plan – Capitol Region Council of Governments, CT

    Regional Bicycle and Pedestrian Network Plan – Capitol Region Council of Governments, CT

    The Capitol Region Council of Governments (CRCOG) is seeking assistance with the development of a Regional Bicycle and Pedestrian Network Plan. A request for qualifications, including a preliminary scope of work, minimum firm requirements and submission instructions may be found on the CRCOG website at https://crcog.org/rfp-rfq/. Questions should be directed …Read More »

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