[Massplanners] Regional Planner Job at DHCD - MBTA Communities support

[Kluchman, Chris (OCD)]

Dear Massplanners -

Check out this exciting role on a great team! Work to expand housing opportunities in Massachusetts by working to deliver on legislation to create multifamily zoning districts in MBTA Communities.  First consideration will be given to those candidates who apply within the first 14 days (by 10/13/22). See the link below to the MassCareers site.


External Link: https://massanf.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=220008ZM

Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is seeking a Regional Planner II in the Division of Community Services!

AGENCY MISSION:
Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is within Housing and Economic Development Secretariat and its work touches the lives of all Massachusetts residents.

DHCD's mission is to strengthen cities, towns and neighborhoods to enhance the quality of life of Massachusetts residents by providing leadership, professional assistance and financial resources to promote safe, decent affordable housing opportunities, economic vitality of communities and sound municipal management.

OVERVIEW OF ROLE:
Provide assistance for the MBTA Communities Compliance Coordinator to implement the new MBTA Communities Compliance program. Participate as a member of the Community Assistance Unit. Coordinate and track MBTA Communities Compliance activities including technical assistance and training to municipal officials, the development community and other constituents on housing, community and economic development, land use planning, and growth management issues.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (NOT ALL INCLUSIVE):

Technical Assistance, Tracking & Training:

  *   Work with other Department staff and other state agencies to develop coordinated responses to state, regional and municipal goals; assist in developing/revising programs to address these goals; and provide technical assistance and training to communities.
  *   Provide assistance, support and back up for the MBTA Communities Compliance Program staff including tracking requests for technical assistance, tracking compliance applications, compliance application review, preparation of memoranda and correspondence, coordination with legal staff and provide technical assistance to communities about the MBTA Communities Compliance program.
  *   Coordinate and track technical assistance and training to municipal officials, the development community and other constituents on the MBTA Communities Compliance program, and generally on MGL c40A, and generally on housing, community and economic development, land use planning, and growth management issues.  Prepare materials and participate in these trainings as needed.
  *   Assist MBTA Communities Compliance Program staff and coordinate/track grants with fiscal staff and other Community Services staff regarding a grant program that provides Technical Assistance for MBTA Communities Compliance.
  *   Provide technical assistance to municipal officials and other governmental agencies on technical content of proposed zoning ordinances, bylaws and subdivision control law, statutes/regulations.
  *   Review and evaluate grant applications to ensure the selection of projects meeting stated criteria and objectives. Participate in development and management of any MBTA grant program(s) that provide technical assistance to MBTA Communities to support compliance applications.

Communications & Customer Service:

  *   Respond to telephone, e-mail inquiries from municipal officials and the development community on all aspects of MA land use and growth management, including zoning, planning and subdivision controls law statutes/regulations.
  *   Coordinate and/or undertake special projects, including the design and preparation of web content, handbooks, case studies, reports, directories, newsletters, and other publications that provide information and reference materials for municipal officials, the development community and other constituents on planning, land use, growth management, and as of right high density zoning-related issues.
  *   Represent the Department at meetings and make presentations at seminars and conferences.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  1.  Knowledge in the fields of planning, housing, community development, economic development, land use, growth management and municipal management.
  2.  Familiarity with land use regulations, zoning ordinances and bylaws, and subdivision control regulations.
  3.  Familiarity with the Massachusetts Zoning Act Chapter 40A, Chapter 40B, Chapter 40R, Subdivision Control Law, and the Home Rule Amendment.
  4.  Experience in preparing presentations and training programs on related subject matter.
  5.  Two (2) years in land use planning in a municipality, or in a regional or state agency.
  6.  Bachelor's degree in a related field.
  7.  At least intermediate proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

COMMENTS:
Please upload resume and cover letter.

This position would be expected to follow a hybrid model of reporting to work that combines in-office workdays and work from home days, as needed.

Salary placement is determined by years of experience and education directly related to the position and the Human Resources Division's Recruiting Guidelines. In the case of a promotional opportunity, the salary provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

Chris Kluchman, FAICP
she/her/hers
Deputy Director, Community Services Division
Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD)
100 Cambridge Street, Suite 300
Boston, MA  02114
chris.kluchman at mass.gov<mailto:chris.kluchman at mass.gov>

Please note:  DHCD staff are working remotely, I check email frequently and will respond as soon as possible.

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