<![CDATA[Feed from Alta Planning & Design - Bicycle, Pedestrian, Greenway & Trail Projects - Careers]]> http://www.altaplanning.com/careers.aspx Fri, 10 Sep 2010 09:31:07 GMT Fri, 10 Sep 2010 09:31:07 GMT en-us <![CDATA[Careers]]> Alta is always seeking motivated professionals with backgrounds in planning, engineering, landscape architecture, or related fields; an interest in the bicycle, pedestrian, and trail fields; and, preferably, some consulting experience. Alta offers excellent pay and benefits and opportunities for ownership, in addition to rewarding and challenging assignments.


Current Opportunities:


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]]> http://www.altaplanning.com/careers.aspx http://www.altaplanning.com/careers.aspx Tue, 17 Aug 2010 11:41:19 GMT <![CDATA[Executive Assistant, Portland Office]]> CEO, Mia Birk (www.miabirk.com). The ideal candidate will be experienced in handling a wide range of administrative and executive support related tasks and will be able to work independently with little or no supervision. The ability to interact with staff (at all levels) in a fast paced environment, sometimes under pressure, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful and efficient, with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality is crucial to this role. Expert level written and verbal communication skills, strong decision making ability and attention to detail are equally important.

In August, Mia will launch her book Joyride: Pedaling Towards a Healthier Planet. Her assistant will help with all aspects of Joyride marketing, including speeches, book distribution, communication, travel, etc.
The Executive Assistant will:
  • Be responsible for heavy calendar management, requiring interaction with both internal and external executives and assistants, as well as consultants, to coordinate a variety of complex executive meetings
  • Always be a “step ahead” in forecasting and preparing the CEO for anything on the agenda, from daily tasks to major events
  • Communicate and handle incoming and outgoing electronic communications on behalf of the CEO and Principals
  • Assist CEO with preparation of presentation materials
  • Review and summarize miscellaneous reports and documents; prepare background documents and outgoing mail as necessary
  • Prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, and follow through on issues in a timely manner
  • Arrange travel schedule and reservations as needed
  • Travel as needed to provide support on the road
Must have:
  • B.A. in English, Business, Communications, or other relevant field
  • Experience supporting the executive level
  • Excellent calendar management skills, including experience with shared calendar systems
  • Experience assisting  with the creation of PowerPoint presentations, memos, and reports
  • Amazing organization skills, high energy, and calm under pressure
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite and expert internet research skills
  • Experience scheduling travel arrangements for management
  • A genuine desire to work in the bicycle/pedestrian planning field
  • Positive attitude, energy, ability to adapt quickly
Strongly Prefer:
  • Experience in the bicycle/pedestrian/advocacy field
This job will be based out of the Portland office but requires ability to travel, run errands, and be highly mobile.

Salary: commensurate with experience. Alta offers excellent benefits, flexible work schedules, and a fun, collaborative work environment with an extremely dedicated and skilled group of planners and designers.

Please send cover letter, resume, and three references resumes+ea@altaplanning.com. Please, no phone calls.]]> http://www.altaplanning.com/executive+assistant.aspx http://www.altaplanning.com/executive+assistant.aspx Fri, 09 Jul 2010 13:59:26 GMT <![CDATA[Senior Planning Manager, Portland Office]]> The ideal candidate:
  • Loves creating active communities where bicycling and walking are safe, healthy, fun, and normal daily activities
  • Is an excellent and experienced manager of people, projects, and plans;
  • Wants to work in a fast-paced, challenging, and super-fun work environment;
  • Can/will/wants to travel
  • Has excellent writing, marketing, presentation, and communication skills
  • Has solid experience in the field of creating more bicycle and pedestrian-friendly communities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Workload Management
  • Performance Analysis (Team and Individual)
  • Quality Control
  • Staff Mentoring
Salary: commensurate with experience. Alta offers excellent benefits, flexible work schedules, and a fun, collaborative work environment with an extremely dedicated and skilled group of planners and designers.

To apply: Please send your resume, 3 references and writing sample/ portfolio to resumes+pm@altaplanning.com. If sending sample plans, please indicate specifically who wrote what (you vs. your staff?) and explain how the document was produced.

This position is open until filled. No calls please. Applications can also be mailed to:

Alta Planning & Design
Attn: Human Resources
711 SE Grand Ave.
Portland, OR 97214]]> http://www.altaplanning.com/senior+planning+manager.aspx http://www.altaplanning.com/senior+planning+manager.aspx Fri, 09 Jul 2010 13:59:54 GMT <![CDATA[Senior Transportation Planner, Los Angeles Office]]> Alta Planning + Design is seeking to fill the position of:

SENIOR TRANSPORTATION PLANNER, LOS ANGELES OFFICE: Alta Planning + Design is seeking an experienced transportation professional to manage our Los Angeles office and projects. The selected professional should have at least 5-8 years of experience in transportation planning or engineering, consulting experience, experience managing people, knowledge of the bicycle and pedestrian field, and local knowledge of the Los Angeles region. This person will have strong management (budgets, schedules, contracts, staff management), marketing, writing, analytical, and presentation skills.

The ideal candidate:

  • Loves creating active communities where bicycling and walking are safe, healthy, fun, and normal daily activities
  • Is an excellent and experienced manager of people, projects, and plans;
  • Wants to work in a fast-paced, challenging, and super-fun work environment;
  • Can/will/wants to travel
  • Has excellent writing, marketing, presentation, and communication skills
  • Has solid experience in the field of creating more bicycle and pedestrian-friendly communities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Workload Management
  • Performance Analysis (Team and Individual)
  • Quality Control
  • Staff Mentoring

Necessary qualifications:

  • Minimum 5-8 years experience
  • Bachelors degree required; Masters in Urban Planning or related field preferred
Salary: commensurate with experience. Alta offers excellent benefits, flexible work schedules, and a fun, collaborative work environment with an extremely dedicated and skilled group of planners and designers.

To apply: Please send your resume, 3 references and writing sample/ portfolio to resumes+la@altaplanning.com (for Los Angeles Manager). If sending sample plans, please indicate specifically who wrote what (you vs. your staff?) and explain how the document was produced.

This position is open until filled. No calls please. Applications can also be mailed to:

Alta Planning & Design
Attn: Human Resources
711 SE Grand Ave.
Portland, OR 97214]]> http://www.altaplanning.com/senior+transportation+planner.aspx http://www.altaplanning.com/senior+transportation+planner.aspx Fri, 09 Jul 2010 14:07:23 GMT <![CDATA[Bicycle and Pedestrian Planner/Designer, Berkeley Office]]>

Alta Planning + Design, a leading bicycle and pedestrian planning firm, is seeking an entry to mid-level planner for our Berkeley office.  We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with one to four years professional experience; excellent writing, physical planning and design skills; a background in urban transportation planning and analysis; and experience/interest in bicycle and pedestrian issues.  Duties include professional report writing, transportation research and analysis, fieldwork, creation of maps and graphic diagrams, and community outreach. Desired technical and software skills include: technical writing, document layout and production (MSWord), physical planning, geographic information systems (ArcInfo9), Adobe Creative Suite (CS4), statistical analysis (MSExcel/SPSS).

 

Salary is commensurate with experience and ability. A Master’s degree in urban planning, transportation planning or directly related fields is preferred. We offer a competitive salary, benefits and a casual work environment.

 

Please send your resume, your salary requirements and/or history, and a minimum of two work samples as PDF attachments to resumes+pdb@altaplanning.com or to

 

Alta Planning + Design

Attn: Human Resources

711 SE Grand Avenue

Portland, OR 97214

 

No calls please.  To learn more about our firm visit our website www.altaplanning.com]]> http://www.altaplanning.com/bicycle+and+pedestrian+planner_designer.aspx http://www.altaplanning.com/bicycle+and+pedestrian+planner_designer.aspx Thu, 05 Aug 2010 12:50:05 GMT <![CDATA[Bicycle and Pedestrian Planner/Designer, Los Angeles Office]]>

Alta Planning + Design, a leading bicycle and pedestrian planning firm, is seeking an entry to mid-level planner for our Los Angeles office.  We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with one to four years professional experience; excellent writing, physical planning and design skills; a background in urban transportation planning and analysis; and experience/interest in bicycle and pedestrian issues.  Duties include professional report writing, transportation research and analysis, fieldwork, creation of maps and graphic diagrams, and community outreach. Desired technical and software skills include: technical writing, document layout and production (MSWord), physical planning, geographic information systems (ArcInfo9), Adobe Creative Suite (CS4), statistical analysis (MSExcel/SPSS).

 

Salary is commensurate with experience and ability. A Master’s degree in urban planning, transportation planning or directly related fields is preferred. We offer a competitive salary, benefits and a casual work environment.

 

Please send your resume, your salary requirements and/or history, and a minimum of two work samples as PDF attachments to resumes+pdb@altaplanning.com or to

 

Alta Planning + Design

Attn: Human Resources

711 SE Grand Avenue

Portland, OR 97214

 

No calls please.  To learn more about our firm visit our website www.altaplanning.com]]> http://www.altaplanning.com/bicycle+and+pedestrian+planner_designer_+la.aspx http://www.altaplanning.com/bicycle+and+pedestrian+planner_designer_+la.aspx Wed, 11 Aug 2010 10:43:17 GMT <![CDATA[Bicycle and Pedestrian Planner/Designer, San Diego Office]]>

Alta Planning + Design, a leading bicycle and pedestrian planning firm, is seeking an entry to mid-level planner for our San Diego office.  We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with one to four years professional experience; excellent writing, physical planning and design skills; a background in urban transportation planning and analysis; and experience/interest in bicycle and pedestrian issues.  Duties include professional report writing, transportation research and analysis, fieldwork, creation of maps and graphic diagrams, and community outreach. Desired technical and software skills include: technical writing, document layout and production (MSWord), physical planning, geographic information systems (ArcInfo9), Adobe Creative Suite (CS4), statistical analysis (MSExcel/SPSS).

 

Salary is commensurate with experience and ability. A Master’s degree in urban planning, transportation planning or directly related fields is preferred. We offer a competitive salary, benefits and a casual work environment.

 

Please send your resume, your salary requirements and/or history, and a minimum of two work samples as PDF attachments to resumes+pdb@altaplanning.com or to

 

Alta Planning + Design

Attn: Human Resources

711 SE Grand Avenue

Portland, OR 97214

 

No calls please.  To learn more about our firm visit our website www.altaplanning.com]]> http://www.altaplanning.com/bicycle+and+pedestrian+planner_designer_+sd.aspx http://www.altaplanning.com/bicycle+and+pedestrian+planner_designer_+sd.aspx Thu, 05 Aug 2010 12:56:24 GMT <![CDATA[Intern, San Diego office]]> San Diego, CA office is seeking:

Part-time Planning Intern: The selected professional should have 1-2 years of experience
in the planning field, preferably some consulting experience, and knowledge of and interest
in non-motorized transportation. The work will include assisting project managers in
execution of public meetings; preparing for interviews; project and proposal research,
writing, editing and production; document production including newsletters, proposals,
final reports and memos; GIS mapping and related spatial analyses; data entry and data
management; other administrative duties as needed.

Desired qualifications:
  • B.A. in Urban Planning or related field
  • 1-2 years experience
  • ArcView, as well as other software including Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft
  • products (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, etc…).
This is a part-time position. Compensation: $12/hour. Alta offers excellent benefits, flexible
work schedules, and a fun, collaborative work environment with an extremely dedicated and
skilled group of planners and designers.

To apply: Please send your resume, 3 references and writing sample/ portfolio to
resumes+sdintern@altaplanning.com.

This position is open until filled. No calls please. Applications can also be mailed to:

Alta Planning & Design
Attn: Human Resources
711 SE Grand Ave.
Portland, OR 97214

]]> http://www.altaplanning.com/intern_+sd.aspx http://www.altaplanning.com/intern_+sd.aspx Tue, 17 Aug 2010 12:20:52 GMT