Urban Planner jobs in Queens Village, NY

Urban Planner develops land-use plans for the beneficial development of urban areas. Requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Being an Urban Planner is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on judgment and limited experience to plan and accomplish goals. Additionally, Urban Planner performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision; typically reports to a supervisor or manager. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Associate Urban Designer
  • NYC Careers
  • Queens, NY FULL_TIME
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    Associate Urban Designer

    • Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING
    Posted on: 03/05/2024
    • Job type: Full-time

    Location

    QUEENS

    • Title Classification: Exam may be required

    Department

    Queens Office

    Salary range: $74,041.00 – $85,147.00

    Job Description

    THE AGENCY:
    The Department of City Planning (DCP) plans for the strategic growth and development of the City through ground-up planning with communities, the development of land use policies and zoning regulations applicable citywide, and by sharing its perspectives on growth and society needs with sister agencies in collaboration with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

    The New York City Department of City Planning is a great place to work – cultivating intellectual inspiration, professional development, and creativity. Visit our website at www.nyc.gov/planning to access the full listing of job opportunities and learn more about our great agency.

    THE DIVISION:
    Queens is home to more than 2.4 million residents, a historic peak population. Queens’ extensive ethnic diversity leads the city and the country. Its growth has been fueled in large measure by an influx of persons arriving from abroad with nearly half the population foreign born, and its residents speak over 160 languages. Some of the fastest-growing neighborhoods in New York City are located in Queens, with the past decade seeing significant housing growth in areas such as Long Island City and Flushing. The borough fosters the most diverse economy in the region, as a center for industry, manufacturing, freight and distribution, primarily centered around Western Queens and the airports.

    A DCP Borough Office is a dynamic work environment responsible for a wide range of planning and design activities, including developing borough-wide and local plans with a focus on affordable housing, resiliency, expanded economic opportunity, and transit-oriented development; reviewing and processing land use applications; leading community outreach; planning for resiliency and climate change; and providing technical and policy guidance and direction on all land use and zoning related matters to the City Planning Commission, local Community Boards, elected officials, and the public at large. The borough’s recent growth is occurring within distinct neighborhood contexts, which vary widely across the borough. Currently, its efforts are focused on directing a range of new housing, economic recovery and equitable planning opportunities in to enliven and support the growth and vitality of Queens neighborhoods.

    THE ROLE:
    The Queens Borough Office is seeking an urban designer with a proven track record of professional achievement, strong visualization, design and communication skills to join their team. The ideal candidate will be a curious and enthusiastic learner, an artful problem-solver, a critical and engaged user of design technology, and possess a positive attitude toward interdisciplinary work and community service.

    Under supervision, with latitude for independent judgment, the Associate Urban Designer will:

    • Support zoning, land use and urban design studies, research data, analyze conditions, prepare technical and illustrative drawings, digital models and presentation materials, and reports for land use policy proposals;
    • Prepare conceptual designs, develop design criteria and design guidelines for large-scale planning efforts, and coordinate with agency staff and other city agencies;
    • Develop and maintain a working knowledge of the city’s urban design and planning trends through research and field experience;
    • Review, analyze and make urban design related recommendations on applications and projects submitted to the Department subject to the City’s Uniform Land Use Review Procedure (ULURP), the City Environmental Quality Review (CEQR) and other administrative procedures;
    • Organize and prepare graphic and written materials, to inform the City Planning Commission, department staff, community boards, elected officials and public agencies;
    • Represent the division or agency in dealings with other City agencies, developers, consultants and the general public;
    • Conduct additional research when inquiries from the general public and/or other divisions require further investigation to respond effectively;
    • Demonstrates knowledge of the agency’s policy, functions, and responsibilities, and overall Urban Design principles and practice;
    • Identify opportunities for future collaborations and strategic partnerships with other divisions, agencies and institutions to further DCP’s reach and knowledge base;
    • Provide guidance and mentoring to junior staff and interns, both within the UDO and in other divisions;
    • Maintain a working knowledge of the NYC Zoning Resolution;
    • Perform other related tasks and projects.

    Minimum Qualifications


    1. A baccalaureate degree in architecture from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of full-time experience in planning, design, research, investigations and/or studies related to urban design development programs; or

    2. A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience which is equivalent to ""1"" above. However, a baccalaureate degree in architecture is required of all candidates. Graduate work
    leading to an advanced degree in architecture, urban design or city planning maybe substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.


    Preferred Skills

    - Strong urban design capabilities with knowledge of physical design practices including site planning and programming, building layout, massing and architectural design. Knowledge of urban landscape, environmental design and infrastructure planning and design. - Strong research and analytical skills. - Competence in free-hand sketches. - Excellent visual and verbal communication skills - Self-motivated, organized and able to work effectively both individually and collaboratively. - Knowledge of New York City’s general urban planning and land use issues, policies and needs, as well as best practice examples from around the world. - Strong 3D modeling skills in Rhino, Grasshopper, AutoCAD - Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) - Positive but not required: o Spatial data management and analysis (ArcGIS, QGIS) o Motion graphics, video and animation (AfterEffects, Premiere, 3Ds Max, Blender) o Scripting/software development experience (Python, Javascript, HTML, CSS) Please provide a work sample of relevant projects (PDF, under 10mb)
    55a Program

    This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
    Public Service Loan Forgiveness

    As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
    Residency Requirement

    New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
    Additional Information


    The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.


    Minimum Qualifications


    1. A baccalaureate degree in architecture from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of full-time experience in planning, design, research, investigations and/or studies related to urban design development programs; or

    2. A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience which is equivalent to \"\"1\"\" above. However, a baccalaureate degree in architecture is required of all candidates. Graduate work
    leading to an advanced degree in architecture, urban design or city planning maybe substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.


    Preferred Skills

    • \tStrong urban design capabilities with knowledge of physical design practices including site planning and programming, building layout, massing and architectural design. Knowledge of urban landscape, environmental design and infrastructure planning and design.\n-\tStrong research and analytical skills. \n-\tCompetence in free-hand sketches.\n-\tExcellent visual and verbal communication skills\n-\tSelf-motivated, organized and able to work effectively both individually and collaboratively.\n-\tKnowledge of New York City’s general urban planning and land use issues, policies and needs, as well as best practice examples from around the world.\n-\tStrong 3D modeling skills in Rhino, Grasshopper, AutoCAD\n-\tAdobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)\n-\tPositive but not required: \no\tSpatial data management and analysis (ArcGIS, QGIS)\no\tMotion graphics, video and animation (AfterEffects, Premiere, 3Ds Max, Blender)\no\tScripting/software development experience (Python, Javascript, HTML, CSS)\n\n\tPlease provide a work sample of relevant projects (PDF, under 10mb)
    55a Program

    This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
    Public Service Loan Forgiveness

    As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
    Residency Requirement

    New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
    Additional Information


    The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.


    Job ID

    628655

    Title code

    22124

    Civil service title

    ASSOCIATE URBAN DESIGNER

    Title classification

    Competitive-1

    Business title

    Associate Urban Designer

    • Experience level: Experienced (non-manager)

    Number of positions

    1

    Work location

    120-55 Queens Blvd, Queens Ny

    • Category: Engineering, Architecture, & Planning
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Junior Urban Designer
  • NYC Careers
  • Queens, NY FULL_TIME
  • Junior Urban Designer Apply Junior Urban Designer Agency: DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING Posted on: 03/05/2024 Job type: Full-time Location QUEENS Title Classification: Exam may be required Department Qu...
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Junior Urban Designer
  • NYPD Civilian Jobs
  • Queens, NY FULL_TIME
  • DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING Full-Time Location QUEENS Exam May Be Required Department Queens Office Salary Range: $62,370.00 – $71,726.00 Job Description ***CANDIDATE MUST BE SERVING PERMANENTLY IN TH...
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Associate Urban Designer
  • NYPD Civilian Jobs
  • Queens, NY FULL_TIME
  • DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING Full-Time Location QUEENS Exam May Be Required Department Queens Office Salary Range: $74,041.00 – $85,147.00 Job Description THE AGENCY: The Department of City Planning (D...
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Employment Coordinator (Youth Pathways)
  • Urban Upbound
  • Far Rockaway, NY FULL_TIME
  • Urban Upbound Youth Pathways Program Employment Coordinator Location: Far Rockaway About Urban Upbound Founded in 2004, the mission of Urban Upbound is to break cycles of poverty in public housing nei...
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Part Time OB/GYN Sonographer (Bilingual English/Spanish Ultrasound Tech)
  • Urban Health Plan, Inc
  • Corona, NY PART_TIME
  • Position Summary: We are presently seeking a dedicated professional to join Urban Health Plan (UHP) in the capacity of Ultrasound Technician (Sonographer). The incumbent will focus on OB/GYN Sonograph...
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  • Kimmerle Group
  • Morristown, NJ
  • Job Description Job Description KIMMERLE WORKSPACE, Account Coordinator Company Overview Workspace has been providing pr...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Urban Planner
  • VHB
  • New York, NY
  • Overview: ABOUT THE POSITION Senior Urban Planner | New York City Metro VHB, a nationally recognized integrated planning...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Interior Designer
  • Architizer, Inc.
  • New York, NY
  • **Interior Designer** New York, NY, USA Full Time Reference: 210923-b **Years of Experience** 5+ Handel Architects is a ...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Interior Designer - Healthcare
  • HKS
  • New York, NY
  • **Overview:** Our New York office is seeking an Interior Designer to join our Healthcare team. Contributes and develops ...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Vice President, Real Estate Transactions Services
  • New York City Economic Development Corporation
  • New York, NY
  • Our Vision : To make New York City the global model for inclusive innovation and economic growth, fueled by the City's d...
  • 3/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Deputy Director - Queens Borough Office
  • New York City, NY
  • Jamaica, NY
  • THE AGENCY The Department of City Planning (DCP) plans for the strategic growth and development of the City through grou...
  • 3/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Project Manager, Affordable Housing Developer
  • CYPRESS HILLS LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION INC
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • Job Details Level Management Job Location Community Development Community Organizing and Advocacy - Brooklyn, NY Remote ...
  • 3/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Architectural Job Captain
  • Kimmerle Group
  • Morristown, NJ
  • Job Description Job Description KIMMERLE NEWMAN ARCHITECTS Architectural Job Captain Firm Description: Kimmerle Newman A...
  • 3/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

Queens Village is a mostly residential middle class neighborhood in the eastern part of the New York City borough of Queens. The Queens Village Post Office serves the ZIP codes of 11427 (Hollis Hills and Bellaire), 11428 (central Queens Village), and 11429 (Southern Queens Village south of the LIRR Main Line). The neighborhood is part of Queens Community Board 13. Shopping in the community is located along Braddock Avenue, Hillside Avenue, Hempstead Avenue, and Jamaica Avenue (NY 25), as well as on Springfield Boulevard. Located just east of Queens Village, in Nassau County, is the Belmont Par...
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Income Estimation for Urban Planner jobs
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Queens Village, New York area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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