Planner for Community-Based Initiatives (71101)
Pratt Institute, New York, NY, United States
About Pratt Center for Community Development
Founded in 1963, Pratt Center for Community Development is a non‑profit organization housed within Pratt Institute. It brings research, policy, planning, and community engagement expertise to community organizations working on the frontlines to make New York City strong, equitable and sustainable.
About the Position
Pratt Center for Community Development is seeking a Planner for Community‑Based Initiatives to coordinate the design, implementation, and management of community‑based, participatory planning projects and other types of technical assistance collaborations with local Community‑Based Organizations (CBO) that align with Pratt Center’s strategic priorities. The Planner will report to Pratt Center’s Senior Planner and work collaboratively with other program staff.
Community‑Based Planning and Data Analysis
Design and provide overall project management for community‑based planning projects from start to finish, including the co‑design of community engagement plans and methodologies with CBO partners.
Develop and manage consistent and robust collaboration and communication with CBO partners and other stakeholders, including government and elected officials.
Design and facilitate interactive, participatory and accessible community workshops, visioning sessions and other community engagement activities.
Conduct site‑ and neighborhood‑level planning technical assistance activities for community‑based projects including researching and analyzing land use, property history, infrastructure, demographics, economic conditions and related policy, using a range of research methods and tools to collect and analyze original and public data.
Produce broadly accessible data visualizations and maps to communicate findings with partners, policymakers, and the public.
Write, edit and work in collaboration with planning and research staff as well as the Communications Manager to generate memos, reports, testimony, and other research and policy products to advance community planning projects.
Work collaboratively with other staff members and consultants, as needed.
Organizational Planning and Other Tasks
Supervise and train interns and fellows working on community‑based planning and related projects.
Participate in organization strategy meetings, events, and team‑building activities.
Represent Pratt Center in public spaces and events, on occasion.
Support additional projects for Pratt Center and our partners as needed.
Qualifications
Experience in urban planning‑related projects, research and/or policy development, and/or experience working in community‑based organizations in low‑income communities or communities of color.
Experience and skill in project management of participatory community‑based planning processes.
Experience facilitating diverse stakeholder groups, managing complex and shifting dynamics and working closely with community‑based organizations.
Experience developing research, policy and/or planning products that synthesize complex research and policy concepts into digestible formats accessible to broad audiences.
Strong communication skills: Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and logically both verbally and in writing to a variety of audiences.
Highly organized: Ability to consistently meet deadlines.
Demonstrated commitment to social, racial, and economic justice and experience working effectively and leading with persons from diverse cultural, social, and ethnic backgrounds.
Data collection and analysis skills including GIS/mapping (and/or interest and excitement for professional development in this area).
Ability to work well as part of a team and participate in collective decision‑making: ability to listen to others’ opinions; ask clarifying questions; present one’s own view; be flexible.
Ability to organize workload, handle administrative detail and establish priorities according to contract requirements.
Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.
Demonstrated knowledge of New York City planning, policy, and neighborhoods; knowledge of and experience with the local organizing landscape is a plus.
Spanish language abilities are a plus.
Education & Experience
Master’s Degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Public Policy or related field, and at least 2 years of relevant work experience conducting community‑engaged planning, research or policy. Strong candidates with a B.A. and at least 5 years of relevant work experience will be considered.
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
HSA
Company Sponsored Basic Life & AD&D
Company Sponsored Long Term Disability
Flex Spending Account (Health, Dependant Care)
Commuter Benefits (Transit & Parking)
Disability (NYS)
Voluntary Short Term Disability
Voluntary Life Insurance
403B Retirement Plan
Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off (Vac & Sick)
Supplemental Information
This position is 100% grant‑funded and is renewable upon budgetary approval. The position will be based in Brooklyn and is hybrid. Currently Pratt Center staff are onsite 2 days/week and remote 3 days/week but that is subject to change.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pratt Institute recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.
At Pratt, we prioritize equity and have established a systematic approach to guarantee fair treatment for everyone. If your background and expertise align with the requirements of the position, you will be contacted for further instructions.
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Founded in 1963, Pratt Center for Community Development is a non‑profit organization housed within Pratt Institute. It brings research, policy, planning, and community engagement expertise to community organizations working on the frontlines to make New York City strong, equitable and sustainable.
About the Position
Pratt Center for Community Development is seeking a Planner for Community‑Based Initiatives to coordinate the design, implementation, and management of community‑based, participatory planning projects and other types of technical assistance collaborations with local Community‑Based Organizations (CBO) that align with Pratt Center’s strategic priorities. The Planner will report to Pratt Center’s Senior Planner and work collaboratively with other program staff.
Community‑Based Planning and Data Analysis
Design and provide overall project management for community‑based planning projects from start to finish, including the co‑design of community engagement plans and methodologies with CBO partners.
Develop and manage consistent and robust collaboration and communication with CBO partners and other stakeholders, including government and elected officials.
Design and facilitate interactive, participatory and accessible community workshops, visioning sessions and other community engagement activities.
Conduct site‑ and neighborhood‑level planning technical assistance activities for community‑based projects including researching and analyzing land use, property history, infrastructure, demographics, economic conditions and related policy, using a range of research methods and tools to collect and analyze original and public data.
Produce broadly accessible data visualizations and maps to communicate findings with partners, policymakers, and the public.
Write, edit and work in collaboration with planning and research staff as well as the Communications Manager to generate memos, reports, testimony, and other research and policy products to advance community planning projects.
Work collaboratively with other staff members and consultants, as needed.
Organizational Planning and Other Tasks
Supervise and train interns and fellows working on community‑based planning and related projects.
Participate in organization strategy meetings, events, and team‑building activities.
Represent Pratt Center in public spaces and events, on occasion.
Support additional projects for Pratt Center and our partners as needed.
Qualifications
Experience in urban planning‑related projects, research and/or policy development, and/or experience working in community‑based organizations in low‑income communities or communities of color.
Experience and skill in project management of participatory community‑based planning processes.
Experience facilitating diverse stakeholder groups, managing complex and shifting dynamics and working closely with community‑based organizations.
Experience developing research, policy and/or planning products that synthesize complex research and policy concepts into digestible formats accessible to broad audiences.
Strong communication skills: Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and logically both verbally and in writing to a variety of audiences.
Highly organized: Ability to consistently meet deadlines.
Demonstrated commitment to social, racial, and economic justice and experience working effectively and leading with persons from diverse cultural, social, and ethnic backgrounds.
Data collection and analysis skills including GIS/mapping (and/or interest and excitement for professional development in this area).
Ability to work well as part of a team and participate in collective decision‑making: ability to listen to others’ opinions; ask clarifying questions; present one’s own view; be flexible.
Ability to organize workload, handle administrative detail and establish priorities according to contract requirements.
Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.
Demonstrated knowledge of New York City planning, policy, and neighborhoods; knowledge of and experience with the local organizing landscape is a plus.
Spanish language abilities are a plus.
Education & Experience
Master’s Degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Public Policy or related field, and at least 2 years of relevant work experience conducting community‑engaged planning, research or policy. Strong candidates with a B.A. and at least 5 years of relevant work experience will be considered.
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
HSA
Company Sponsored Basic Life & AD&D
Company Sponsored Long Term Disability
Flex Spending Account (Health, Dependant Care)
Commuter Benefits (Transit & Parking)
Disability (NYS)
Voluntary Short Term Disability
Voluntary Life Insurance
403B Retirement Plan
Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off (Vac & Sick)
Supplemental Information
This position is 100% grant‑funded and is renewable upon budgetary approval. The position will be based in Brooklyn and is hybrid. Currently Pratt Center staff are onsite 2 days/week and remote 3 days/week but that is subject to change.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pratt Institute recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.
At Pratt, we prioritize equity and have established a systematic approach to guarantee fair treatment for everyone. If your background and expertise align with the requirements of the position, you will be contacted for further instructions.
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