[Massplanners] Two Job Opportunities with the City of Worcester

Mon Oct 2 19:10:30 EDT 2023

Hello Planners -

We have 2 exciting job opportunities within the Planning Division for the City of Worcester! First, the Chief Planner posting has been modified (see updated salary range) and will now remain open until filled, with the preferred application deadline having passed. Second, we also now have a posting for an Administrative Assistant which closes Friday 10/13/2023. Descriptions for both postings follow with the full postings available on the city's website, here: Employment Opportunities | City of Worcester, MA (worcesterma.gov)<http://www.worcesterma.gov/human-resources/employment-opportunities>.

This is a very exciting time to work in our office, as we wrap up our first long-range plan in over 35 years and embark on a Zoning Ordinance re-write. We ask that you kindly circulate to any potential interested candidates or follow the link above to find out more about the positions if you're interested in applying. Thank you in advance!

Chief Planner - City of Worcester
The City of Worcester is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Chief Planner within the Office of Economic Development's Planning & Regulatory Services Division. The Chief Planner assists in the management and administration of the Division of Planning & Regulatory Services (DPRS). Under the direction of the Assistant Chief Development Officer, the Chief Planner has specific responsibility for administration of DPRS's boards and commissions (Conservation Commission, Historical Commission, Planning Board, Zoning Board of Appeals), related professional and technical assistance, and customer service. The core responsibilities include managing project applications and assignments, coordinating meetings, and conducting development review. The Chief Planner additionally assists in developing and implementing long range plans and polices related to planning, development, and zoning - including involving land use, zoning, urban design, and comprehensive planning. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate looking to work in a fast-paced, collaborative, professional setting where they will meaningfully contribute to the development of the City of Worcester. Attendance at evening meetings is required, typically 2 or 3 meetings per month.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  *   Bachelor's Degree in city or regional planning, public administration, geography, civil engineering, architecture, or other related field.
  *   Four (4) years of experience in land use planning or a related field.
     *   A Master's Degree in city or regional planning, civil engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, geography or other related discipline may be substituted for 1 year of experience.
  *   Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  *   Master's Degree in city or regional planning, public administration, geography, civil engineering, architecture, or other related field
  *   Three (3) years of experience reviewing development plans (site plans, parking plans, etc.)
  *   Two (2) years of experience providing administrative and technical support to municipal boards or commissions
  *   One (1) year of project or program management experience.
  *   Prior experience working in a municipal setting
  *   AICP and/or other applicable certifications
SALARY RANGE: $90,394 - $103,104 annually, full-time, exempt, with an excellent benefits package.

To apply, please visit:  www.worcesterma.gov/employment<http://www.worcesterma.gov/employment> or send resume and cover letter to:  City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA  01608. Cover letter & resume required for consideration. OPEN UNTIL FILLED, preference provided to applicants who applied on or before 9/29/2023. Preference is given to Worcester residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Direct inquiries to:  City Hall, Human Resources, Room 109, 508-799-1030, HR at worcesterma.gov<mailto:HR at worcesterma.gov>.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

The City of Worcester seeks qualified applicants for an Administrative Assistant within its Division of Planning & Regulatory Services for the Executive Office of Economic Development. Under the supervision of the Assistant Chief Development Officer for Planning & Regulatory Services, the position will primarily support the Planning & Regulatory Services Division and will be responsible for providing analytic, administrative, clerical, and customer service support. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate looking to work in a fast-paced, collaborative, professional setting where they will meaningfully contribute to the development of the City of Worcester. Bilingual applicants encouraged to apply.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  *   Strong organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
  *   Strong data management skills
  *   Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite & Adobe Acrobat
  *   Proficiency with records research methodology and searching records through use of online databases
  *   Knowledge and experience providing excellent customer service
  *   Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  *   Detail-oriented, enthusiastic, and flexible
  *   Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  *   Ability to take initiative to identify opportunities for process improvement or streamlining work
  *   Ability to quickly learn new software and data management tools
  *   Ability to prepare reports
  *   Ability to maintain confidentiality
  *   Ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships with diverse populations, organizations, and interests
  *   Ability to assist in preparing legal notices
  *   Ability to address questions and customer concerns via telephone, email, and in-person, in a consistently professional and courteous manner

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  *   Associate Degree in business or public administration, communications, legal studies, urban studies, liberal arts, or related discipline
  *   Two (2) years of customer service and administrative experience in an office setting
  *   One (1) year of experience communicating and working with populations diverse in language, socio-economic status, race/ethnicity and/or cultural backgrounds.
  *   Proficient with computers, including proficiency in Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office Suite
  *   Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  *   An equivalent combination of education, training and four (4) years of experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  *   Bachelor's Degree in business or public administration, communications, legal studies, urban studies, liberal arts, or related discipline
  *   Three (3) years of customer service and clerical experience in an office setting
  *   One (1) year of experience conducting research, querying records, managing data, and/or process management
  *   Two (2) years of administrative experience in a public sector office setting
  *   Certified Notary Public

SALARY RANGE: $24.03 - $29.12 hourly, full-time, with an excellent benefits package.

To apply, please visit: www.worcesterma.gov/employment<http://www.worcesterma.gov/employment> or send resume and cover letter on or before FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2023, to: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. Cover letter & resume required for consideration. Preference is given to Worcester residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Direct inquiries to: City Hall, Human Resources, Room 109, 508-799-1030, HR at worcesterma.gov<mailto:HR at worcesterma.gov>.

Thanks again!

Best,
Michelle M. Smith
She/Her
Assistant Chief Development Officer - Planning & Regulatory Services
Executive Office of Economic Development | Planning & Regulatory Services Division
City of Worcester | 455 Main St., 4th Floor, Worcester, MA 01608
P: 508-799-1400 x31436
E: smithm at worcesterma.gov<mailto:smithm at worcesterma.gov> (preferred)
www.worcesterma.gov<http://www.worcesterma.gov/>

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