Borough Planner, Manhattan, Division of Planning and Predevelopment
Organization: NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development
Website: https://cityjobs.nyc.gov/job/borough-planner-manhattan-division-of-planning-and-predevelopment-in-nyc-all-boros-jid-25924
Posted: September 20, 2024 | Closing: September 28, 2024
Job Description
As a Borough Planner in the Manhattan Planning Team at the Division of Planning and Pre-Development you will be responsible for helping to develop, implement, and manage all HPD predevelopment activities related to the development of a portfolio of City-owned parcels and/or projects financed or sponsored by HPD for the development of affordable housing in Manhattan and ensuring that these projects are viable, financially feasible and guided by meaningful community engagement and principles of design excellence.
Your Responsibilities:
– Analyzing development trends, and neighborhood and market dynamics;
– Land use and zoning analysis;
– Coordinating with Predevelopment Planners in the requests for proposals review and selection process;
– Managing the critical path toward project entitlement and development financial closing.
– Working collaboratively with other City agencies, such as the Economic Development Corporation, the Department of City Planning, the New York City Housing Authority, State agencies, for- and non- profit housing and community developers, Community Boards and local organizations, public officials, and neighborhood residents.
– Represent HPD at public meetings, including ones at the Community Boards, Borough President’s Office and the City Planning Commission;
– Participating and assisting in neighborhood workshops, as necessary.
Preferred skills
– Thorough knowledge of New York City government and housing issues.
– Knowledge of zoning, land use planning, and regulatory requirements.
– Successful experience working with community boards, civic associations, and neighborhood groups.
– Experience conducting studies, writing reports, and conducting meetings with community and interagency partners.
– Ability to work independently, take initiative, and work effectively with others.
– Excellent research, analytical, writing, and public speaking skills.
– Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects in a timely manner.
– Proficiency in GIS, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.
– Candidates with Masters degrees in urban planning, urban design/architecture, or business administration with a focus in real estate finance and development are strongly preferred.
– A minimum 2 years experience in urban planning is strongly preferred, preferably involving the practical application of real estate principles in finance and/or development.
Salary:$72,500.00
JOB ID: 650249
Department: ONS – Planning
No exam required
How to Apply
Apply at: https://cityjobs.nyc.gov/job/borough-planner-manhattan-division-of-planning-and-predevelopment-in-nyc-all-boros-jid-25924