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Code Compliance Officer – Planning and Land Use Dept. Job Posting

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The Town of Simsbury is currently accepting applications for a Code Compliance Officer position in their Planning and Land Use Department.

 

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Please note: Job postings are being provided for informational purposes only. Anyone interested in applying for one of these positions is responsible for verifying all related information. The Urban and Community Studies Program, nor the University is recommending these employers nor guaranteeing the accuracy of the information furnished in the job posting

Become a Literacy Tutor with AmeriCorps

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The Literacy Lab​ works to close the achievement gap by providing ​pre-K and elementary schools with ​evidence-based​ literacy intervention, ​full-time literacy tutors ​to implement the model, and assessment tools and a coaching support structure that ensures the success of the program and students. If you have an interest in education, non-profits, social justice, or community empowerment, AmeriCorps encourages you to consider this one-year program!

 

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Please Note: Postings are being provided for informational purposes only. Anyone interested in this opportunity is responsible for verifying all related information. The Urban and Community Studies Program, nor the University is recommending these sites nor guaranteeing the accuracy of the information furnished in the posting.

Volunteer With UR Community Cares, Inc.

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UR Community Cares, Inc. was established in 2019 to introduce a low-cost, intergenerational platform that connects local volunteers with age-qualified adults (age 70+, or age 18+ for those with a physical disability) who need assistance at home. As the population of older adults grows dramatically, UR Community Cares, Inc. provides tangible support for “aging in place” and maintaining social connections for improved health outcomes. Each town served has its own dedicated base of volunteers who are assigned to residents in that town, fostering additional opportunities to build neighborly communities.

Volunteers provide community members with housework/indoor, yardwork/outdoor and companionship support.

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Please note: Volunteer postings are being provided for informational purposes only. Anyone interested in applying for one of these positions is responsible for verifying all related information. The Urban and Community Studies Program, nor the University is recommending these organizations nor guaranteeing the accuracy of the information furnished in the posting.

 

Temporary Planning & Zoning Department Assistant -Town of Berlin.

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The Town of Berlin is seeking applicants for a temporary support staff position in the Planning and Zoning Department. Duties will include general office work, including interaction with the public, logging of applications, utilization of departmental software system and file maintenance.

 

TYPICAL DUTIES:
• Daily contact with the public on zoning requirements and procedures.
• Advising public and review of permit plans for basic zoning compliance.
• Zoning enforcement investigations.
• Log and monitor status of zoning complaints.
• Logging zoning applications into permitting software.
• Familiarity with Land Records and property cards to verify submitted information.
• General office work including filing, preparation of mailings, copying, … etc.
• Preference for familiarity with architectural and engineering scales and ability to read plot plans.
• Daily use of GIS software.
• File maintenance and organization skills desirable as the department moves to digitize records.
• Website monitoring to assist with regular updating of posted information.
• Other tasks and responsibilities to be assigned as needed or based on experience and capabilities including possible attendance at evening meetings.

 

SPECIAL SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS: Education or experience in enforcement or land use preferred. Experience with computerized file maintenance and/or permitting software is desirable. The ideal candidate will have public interaction experience and be able to read and explain a plot plan as it relates to zoning. Zoning or enforcement experience is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: This is regular office environment. There may be some walking, standing, stooping, carrying of items such as papers, books, or small parts, or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

UNION AFFILIATION: This is a temporary non-exempt non-union position.

 

Visit the Town of Berlin’s website for postings application.

 

Disclaimer: Job postings are being provided for informational purposes only. Anyone interested in applying for one of these positions is responsible for verifying all related information. The Urban and Community Studies Program, nor the University is recommending these employers nor guaranteeing the accuracy of the information furnished in the job posting.

 

 

10/17 – 10/18 Southern New England Planning Association Regional Conf.

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The Southern New England American Planning Association (SNEAPA) Regional Conference is a great opportunity for students to volunteer, share their research, and network with planning professionals. The conference is hosted by the Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts chapters of the American Planning Association and is scheduled for October 17th and 18th 2019 at the MassMutual Center in downtown Springfield. The conference draws nearly 600 planners, landscape architects, architects, engineers, and academics and features two days of high quality, hands-on and interactive sessions, mobile workshops, planning law and planning ethics presentations.

Students can be involved in SNEAPA in the following ways:

  • Volunteer – Free Registration is available for up to 14 student volunteers each day on a first come, first served basis. In exchange for free registration, volunteers will assist in collecting lunch tickets, aiding speakers with handouts or other tasks, and provide other conference support as needed.  Interested students should email planningstudent@gmail.com ASAP.
  • Present Research – Up to 7 students will have the opportunity to present their research at the Student Research Session on Friday, October 18th from 1:45-3:00 pm.
  • Network – The SNEAPA Mentoring Lunch on Thursday, October 17th at 1:00 pm provides an informal setting for students to interact with established planning professionals

Please contact Town of Mansfield at 860-429-3335 with any questions.

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Postings are being provided for informational purposes only. Anyone interested in this opportunity is responsible for verifying all related information. The Urban and Community Studies Program, nor the University is recommending these sites nor guaranteeing the accuracy of the information furnished in the posting.