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Posted October 4, 2007

Regional Sustainability Planner
Sustainable Sandhills
Fayetteville, North Carolina

The regional sustainability planner will provide technical and planning support to the Sustainable
Sandhills organization located in Fayetteville, North Carolina (NC), and other initiatives, as part of the
Concurrent Technologies Corporation (CTC) Sustainability Practice.  Sustainable Sandhills is a
groundbreaking partnership model created by U.S. Army Fort Bragg and the NC Department of
Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in 2003 to help build a healthy, thriving region.

Incorporated in November 2004, Sustainable Sandhills serves an eight county region.  The mission
of the Sustainable Sandhills organization is to "...preserve natural resources and enhance regional
economic development, while improving the quality of life in the region for current and future
generations."  Its goal is to serve as a model for regional sustainability planning, and its objectives
are to promote consensus, cooperation and collaborative actions for a shared vision of regional
sustainability.  CTC is an independent, nonprofit, applied research and development, professional
services organization that provides innovative management and technology-based solutions to a
wide array of clients representing state and federal government as well as the private sector.

The successful candidate will work in close coordination with the CTC Sustainability Practice Lead,
the Executive Director of Sustainable Sandhills, the Environmental Management Branch Chief at
Fort Bragg, and the six Community Resource Teams in order to support ongoing activities and
partnerships.  The planner will work to forward the goals and objectives of the Resource Teams
both on paper (planning and technical documents) and in action (team meetings, project
accomplishment, etc.).  

Work activities will include, but are not limited to:
- planning and facilitating stakeholder engagement events;
- attending and facilitating Community Resource Team meetings;
- preparing 5-year action plans for the Community Resource Teams;
- preparing 1-year work (or implementation) plans for these Teams;
- preparing GIS maps and conducting GIS analysis

Qualifications:
- Masters Degree in accredited City and/or Regional Planning Program
- Ability to use basic GIS software such as ESRI Arc/Info and Arc/View, and an understanding of
  basic GIS analytical methods such as overlays, buffers and land suitability analysis; advanced
  GIS capabilities, such as expertise in ESRI ArcGIS Spatial Analyst and ModelBuilder, is a plus.
- Able to work with local, state and federal government agencies, local
  business, other non-profits

To Apply:
Send resume electronically to Michelle Tutko at tutkom@ctc.com.

 

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Posted October 4, 2007

Regional Land Use Planner
Morongo Basin Area, California

The Regional Land Use Planner will work in the Morongo Basin area of Twentynine Palms, Joshua Tree and
Yucca Valley with the Open Space Group to provide technical assistance in conservation and land use
planning.  The Open Space Group includes federal land management agencies, state agencies, local
municipalities, and nonprofits citizens groups, all working collectively to protect open space.  The planner
will help facilitate meetings and provide technical assistance for accomplishing an “open space” work plan
that reflects mutual goals for conservation and land use planning in the region in support of open space
protection.

Knowledge, skills & abilities required:
• Demonstrated experience working with local officials, interested citizens, non-governmental organizations,
  and federal agencies in a public process.
• Demonstrated experience in comprehensive plan development and the design and administration of land
  use regulations.
• Previous experience in conducting and/or supervising a wide range of technical analyses and studies,
  socioeconomic profiles, build out and other land use studies, cost of services studies, and natural resource
  mapping and analysis, including the development of Land Evaluation and Site Assessment systems.
  Experience with Habitat Conservation Plans a plus.
• Proven ability to design and manage inclusive public planning processes, including visioning and policy
  development.
• Experience in integrating planning for both public and private lands with an emphasis on conservation values.
• Familiarity with linkages between effective land use planning and economic development strategies.


Advanced degree or equivalent experience in community planning or a related field and five to seven years
of increasingly responsible experience in community-based planning, preferably with a focus on regional or
multijurisdictional planning; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides
the required knowledge and abilities.  AICP certification is highly desirable.

Application Process
Please send cover letter, resume, and application to the address noted below.  Applications can be found
on our website at www.sonoran.org.

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Posted October 4, 2007

Planner – community design
SIEMON & LARSEN, P.A

Siemon & Larsen, P.A. is a small, dynamic firm that provides a wide variety of land planning and planning-
related legal services to public and private sector clients in Florida and around the country, including
statewide and regional land management initiatives, community redevelopment plans and corridor studies,
development approvals for particular sites, drafting of legislation and land development regulations, and
land use litigation.

Qualified applicants will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture,
Architecture, or comparable experience, and will be:

• self-motivated,
• detail and quality oriented,
• interested in implementation of the principles of “New Urbanism,”
• able to work in interdisciplinary teams,
• able to manage several projects simultaneously,
• able to handle many issues related to development approvals and permitting
• able to assist with business promotion
• able to translate regulatory text into graphic examples,
• skilled at researching a variety of topics using web-based sources,
• skilled at using Microsoft PowerPoint,
• skilled at putting together planning documents using Adobe InDesign/PageMaker,
• skilled at illustration and SketchUp, and
• skilled at translating complex ideas into narrative for a variety of audiences.

Send, fax or email (info@siemonlarsen.com) resume and salary requirements to:
Siemon & Larsen, P.A.
433 Plaza Real, Ste. 339
Boca Raton, FL 33432
Fax (561) 368-4008
Phone (561) 368-3808

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Posted September 25, 2007

Senior Engineer/Operations Research Analyst
Volpe National Transportation Systems Center
U.S. Department of Transportation
Cambridge, MA.

The Volpe Center's Infrastructure Protection and Operations Division seeks a senior engineer or operations
research analyst (ORA) to lead this Division in the development of state-of-the-art solutions to protect the
national and international transportation systems infrastructure.  This Division identifies and assesses
protection and security vulnerabilities; designs, develops and maintains physical protection and
transportation security systems; and develops and implements, policy and operational standards
and technical solutions to improve and enhance the physical protection of national and international
transportation systems infrastructure.

As the Division Chief you will create business initiatives, develop markets for Division services, and support
long-term program development with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Office of the Secretary and
Administrations.  You will serve as senior transportation security expert and represent the Center at
national and international forums. In this role you will also manage and support the development of
Division staff currently comprised of fifteen, highly-qualified technical staff members.

Education and experience in the Engineering or ORA field related to security of systems, operations,
and/or physical infrastructure as well as developing engineering, operational and/or policy security
solutions are required.  Superb management, interpersonal and communication skills are a must.
Ability to travel required. U.S. Citizen is required.

To apply, and to learn more about the job, visit USAjobs at:
http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/ftva.asp?seeker=1&JobID=62455632

The John A. Volpe National Transportation Systems Center (Volpe Center), located in Cambridge,
Massachusetts, is an innovative, fee-for-service organization within the U.S Department of
Transportation (DOT).  We work primarily for DOT, as well as other federal agencies and state, local,
and international entities by providing comprehensive technical, analytical and institutional support in
the development and improvement of transportation and logistics systems.  Our mission is to serve
as a catalyst for change in the development of solutions to transportation problems and the application
of innovative technologies and operational practices to make the transportation system safer,
effective, and efficient.

Please visit our Web site http://www.volpe.dot.gov/ to learn more about the Center.

Salary range: $112,578 – 145,400
Applications deadline: October 8, 2007

Questions: elizabeth.leon@volpe.dot.gov

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Posted September 24, 2007

Assistand Project Developer
Victory Housing, Inc.

Victory Housing, Inc. (VHI) is the nonprofit housing affiliate of the Catholic Archdiocese of Washington
that develops affordable rental housing for those in need.  Established in 1979, VHI’s niche is the
development and operation of assisted living residences for the frail elderly and apartment communities
for low- and moderate-income senior citizens and families.

VHI is seeking an Assistant Project Developer to work with the Development Manager and other staff
on all aspects of VHI’s development efforts.  The ultimate goal of these efforts is to ensure that Victory
Housing projects are developed on time and within budget as well as operated in an effective and
efficient manner.

In consultation and regular communication with the Development Manager and other staff, specific
responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

PROJECT DEVELOPMENT
• Assist in developing financing strategies and alternatives for potential acquisitions
• Work with development staff to prepare development budgets and pro formas as needed
• Prepare and submit applications for financing and grants
• Oversee property feasibility and due diligence studies
• Assist in the preparation of contracts with third parties
• Prepare draw and payment requests
• Help coordinate the permitting process and utility approvals
• Work with the Development Manager on other construction matters as needed

ADMINISTRATIVE
• Distribute agendas, minutes, and related materials for project and other meetings
• Assist the Development Manager and other staff with administrative office duties
• Organize and catalogue key documents, including project contracts, loan documents,
  and other project records

REPORTING
• Assist in completing periodic reports for projects pursuant to contractual agreements
• Prepare and submit internal and external project status reports as required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• BA/BS in business, real estate, planning or related field (a graduate degree is preferred)
• Experience in real estate development
• Experience with development and financing of affordable housing, including some
  familiarity with the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program and tax-exempt bond financing
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated organizational and work planning skills
• Ability to use Microsoft Word and Excel in a Windows environment
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

COMPENSATION / BENEFITS:
• Salary commensurate with experience
• Benefits include medical, dental, and life insurance; a company-paid pension; and paid vacation
• Office located a short walk from the Grosvenor Metro Station

Fax or e-mail a cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to:

Jeff Blackwell
Development Manager
Victory Housing, Inc.
5430 Grosvenor Lane, Suite 210
Bethesda, MD 20814
F: (301) 493-9788
E: blackwell@victoryhousing.org

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Posted September 24, 2007

Policy Analyst/Program Manager
Southern Growth Policies Board

The Southern Growth Policies Board seeks a Policy Analyst/Program Manager in its offices
in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina.  We are looking for an individual with a Bachelor
or Master’s degree in an appropriate discipline (e.g., social sciences, policy studies,
public administration, city and regional planning) with significant interest in, and working
experience with, policies and programs in community development.

Interested candidates should have excellent writing, research and analysis skills.  Ability and
experience in grant writing, meeting facilitation, statistical analysis, and project management
are highly desirable.  Experience working with youth (especially those ages 12-24) would
also be a plus.

The successful candidate should be comfortable working in a collaborative environment and
must be flexible and a self-starter.  Depending on background and experience, this position
will be filled at either an entry (Policy Analyst) or intermediate level (Program Manager).
The salary range is $36,000 - $42,000.

The Southern Growth Policies Board was formed by the Southern governors in 1971 with a
mission of strengthening the Southern economy and creating the highest possible quality
of life in the region.  Southern Growth is a consortium of 13 states, with a membership that
includes governors, state legislators, corporate representatives, and nonprofit leaders.

To apply, send a short letter of application, a current resume, the names of three
references, and a recent writing sample to:

Search Committee
Southern Growth Policies Board
P.O. Box 12293
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709