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Greetings, The Ipswich Planning and Development Department is seeking a summer planning intern. Please contact me for additional information. Ethan Parsons Planner ethanp@ipswich-ma.gov <mailto:ethanp@ipswich-ma.gov> 978 356 6607 x2
Please see the Transportation Planner Position for Watertown: April 6, 2017 Posting #17-04-02 SEARCH RE-OPENED VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT SENIOR PLANNER-TRANSPORTATION COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & PLANNING The Community Development & Planning Department seeks an individual to provide planning analysis of transportation projects and initiatives, coordinates the Town's transportation functions, implementation of transportation management association (TMA), staff support to the Watertown Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee, prepares monthly information packages for the Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals. This senior planner writes reports, reviews plans and legal documents and makes recommendations. Coordinates with the Department of Public Works, Mass DOT, MBTA and others. Coordinates transportation policy and planning efforts for the Town with private and non-profit developers as well as other Town and State offices. Supports other long and short range planning efforts. Required Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or Transportation Planning related field and 3 years of transportation planning experience, Masters Degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Computer skills and a valid Massachusetts driver's license with good driving record. SALARY RANGE:$58,356 - $71,772, with an excellent benefit package TO APPLY:A Town of Watertown application form is available at www.watertown-ma.gov in the document center/personnel tab or at the Personnel Department. An application form with resume and cover letter is accepted by email: personnel@watertown-ma.gov; fax 1-617-923-8195 or at the Personnel Department, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA 02472 APPLICATION DEADLINE:Open until filled AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Gideon Schreiber, AICP 617.972.6417 x12164
The Town of Grafton is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Town Planner. Under the direction of the Town Planner, this position is responsible for providing technical support to the Planning Board/Department and performs a variety of duties related to current and long-range planning and development within the Town. Assists with: review of land use/development applications; updating of various Town development regulations and plans; conducting studies and analyses regarding various planning and development issues; and, providing technical assistance to planning and development-related Town boards and committees. Familiarity with Massachusetts Affordable Housing, Subdivision Control Law, and Zoning Act (MGL c.40A) desirable. Strong oral and written communication skills, and experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and databases is required. Minimum qualifications: Bachelor?s Degree in Planning, Geography, Public Administration or related field, and three years of planning-related experience, preferably in municipal government. A Master?s Degree in one of the above fields may be substituted for two years of experience. Salary range: $34,811 ? $59,179, with benefits, DOQ. Please submit resume, cover letter, and a Town of Grafton employment application (available at Town Hall or online at grafton-ma.gov) to: Joseph Laydon, Town Planner, Grafton Planning Department, 30 Providence Road, Grafton MA, 01519, or by email to laydonj@grafton-ma.gov. The deadline for applications is May 3, 2017. The Town of Grafton is an equal opportunity employer. *_____________________________* *Joseph Laydon* Town Planner Grafton Memorial Municipal Center 30 Providence Road Grafton, MA 01519 Phone (508) 839-5335 x1144 Fax (508) 839-4602 laydonj@grafton-ma.gov www.grafton-ma.gov Follow us:Facebook - Planning Department <https://www.facebook.com/GraftonPlanningConservation/?pnref=lhc>
The Town of Medway has issued a Request for Proposal for consulting services for an update to Medway's Open Space and Recreation Plan. The RFP is available at: http://www.townofmedway.org/sites/medwayma/files/uploads/request_for_proposal_-_update_to_medway_open_space_and_recreation_plan_4-6-17_1.pdf Proposals are due May 1, 2017. Thank you. Susy Affleck-Childs Susan E. Affleck-Childs Planning and Economic Development Coordinator Town of Medway 155 Village Street Medway, MA 02053 508-533-3291 sachilds@townofmedway.org<mailto:sachilds@townofmedway.org>
The Town of Hudson is soliciting proposals from a qualified consultant (s) to conduct an assessment of a Town-owned property for potential reuse as affordable housing. Here is the link to available RFQ
http://www.townofhudson.org/Public_Documents/HudsonMA_IT/download/Site%20Assement%20RFQ%20final%203-28-17.pdf. Kristina Johnson, AICP Asst. Director of Planning & Community Development Town of Hudson, MA Tel: 978-562-2989 Cell: 857-939-3427 Email: kjohnson@townofhudson.org<mailto:kjohnson@townofhudson.org> "Like" Hudson Planning and Community Development on Facebook [http://blogs-images.forbes.com/peterhimler/files/2014/02/high-res-logo_facebook1.png] <https://www.facebook.com/HudsonRecreation>
New Bedford City Planner The City of New Bedford is embarking on a series of significant new planning initiatives for which it seeks an experienced, visionary and talented city planner. From the adoption of new form-based zoning and the generation of a new Waterfront Plan with Urban Renewal Areas to the development of an Innovation District, New Bedford is embracing new opportunities that demand a professional planner with exceptional skills. The City Planner will be expected to lead the City's planning office, a division of the Department of Planning, Housing & Community Development, working with City boards and overseeing staff while participating as a team player in city development projects and community initiatives. New Bedford has a residency requirement and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
The Environmental/Urban Planner will work on a range of tasks associated with planning activities and project permitting, including:
SENIOR PLANNER Seeking full-time planner to provide technical & administrative staff support for the Historic Districts Commission, the Community Preservation Committee and Historical Commission; conducts assigned studies & projects; may serve as technical staff support for special committees. Duties require strong communication and excellent customer service skills. Requires an equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in planning, architecture, historic preservation or related field with 5 years of related experience; or, Master's degree with 2 years of related experience. Hiring Salary range: $58,410 to $88,110 and benefits. EOE Deadline: 3/28/17 For required application form & further info, visit www.concordma.gov/jobs<http://www.concordma.gov/jobs> or contact Personnel Dept. Concord Town House, 978-318-3025 Marcia Rasmussen, ASLA Director of Planning & Land Management Town of Concord 141 Keyes Road - Concord, MA 01742 phone: (978) 318-3290
Planner/Project Manager
CivicMoxie is a collaborative team of city planners and urban designers combining an innovative spirit and on-the- ground know-how to ensure plans on paper translate to a vibrant reality with positive outcomes. We are a four year old firm with a growing list of exciting projects and research and everyone on our team shares responsibilities and gets to participate in a variety of projects and tasks. Our projects include a Waterfront Master Plan for Bridgeport, CT; TOD and brownfields studies for Connecticut towns, a multi-modal plan for Manchester, NH, a cultural plan for Portland, Maine, and other work.
Job Description:
We are seeking a creative, collaborative, highly-motivated, and self-directed planner/project manager with 4-6 years of experience to join our team and to contribute to the firm’s growing number of projects. Responsibilities will include managing projects with multiple subconsultants on the team, leading proposal writing for new work, contributing to the firm blog, social media outlets, website, and contributing to all office work when needed.
Qualifications:
Applicants must have an advanced degree in urban design, architecture, or urban planning with four to six years of experience in planning and/or urban design. A minimum of two years of managing projects with multiple team members is required. The ideal candidate will also have, at a minimum, basic knowledge of GIS and graphic software such as InDesign and Illustrator.
Details:
We are located just two blocks from the Brookline Village MBTA station on the Green “D” Line. Salary is commensurate with experience; we enthusiastically support professional development for everyone in the firm. Please apply before March 7, 2017 to info@civicmoxie.com with a resume and samples of your work and writing. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
CivicMoxie is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Needham is seeking an Administrative Specialist for the Zoning Board of Appeals. Please see the job description here: http://needhamma.gov/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=110&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Administrative-SpecialistPlanning-and-Co-468
