TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT MANAGER (PLANNER VII - CITY/URBAN PLANNING)(SR-28)[1 vacancy]

Take on the challenge of shaping Oahu's future neighborhoods around the Skyline rail stations. The Department of Planning and Permitting, Transit-Oriented Development Division (TOD), is looking for a supervisor to lead staff and advance planning and development initiatives that support the City's TOD goals. You will coordinate with City departments and other government agencies to advance development opportunities, promote effective land use, and help each neighborhood grow in ways that reflect its community's needs. Lead efforts to create connected, accessible neighborhoods where housing, businesses, public spaces, and everyday destinations are within easier reach by walking, biking, and public transit. 

What You'll Do:

• Oversee reviews of development proposals, land use changes, and neighborhood plans. 
• Guide TOD projects from planning through implementation, including public-private development agreements and infrastructure coordination. 
• Oversee consultant contracts, proposals for developing City-owned lands, and funding applications. 
• Present projects and recommendations at public hearings, community meetings, and City Council meetings. 

***Actual salary will be commensurate with applicable experience, pending approval. Salary (SR-28) includes shortage differential.*** 

Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the “Benefits” tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/benefits/.


Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply.At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment. 

Equivalent of graduation from an accredited college or university with specialization in city planning, architecture, engineering, economics, sociology, public administration, or a related field.

Substitution: Work experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis. Such experience must have provided the knowledge, skills, and analytical ability normally gained from attainment of a bachelor's degree. 

Education Verification: Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

Five (5) years of professional work experience in city planning or related planning activities, one of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity.

Education Verification: Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.

Highly Desirable Experience

• Experience developing or implementing transit-oriented development (TOD) plans addressing neighborhood land use, development, and accessibility around transit stations. 
• Experience coordinating with federal, state, and local government agencies on planning, designing, and development initiatives. 

Applicable Skills Needed

• Knowledge of city planning principles, practices, purposes, and techniques
• Awareness of trends in Federal, State, and local planning affecting City projects
• Understanding of research methods, statistical procedures, and socio-economic data sources
• Familiarity with State and local laws and ordinances related to City planning
• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision
• Ability to prepare graphs, charts, and other visual representations of data
• Strong report writing skills for clear and concise communication

LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
Valid Hawaii driver's license (Type 3/automobile), as needed. 

If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for the current vacancy/vacancies and future job openings with this job title.  Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application.  Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating.  All information provided on an application is subject to verification.  As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.