The Borough of State College, Pennsylvania seeks a full-time Senior Planner (Redevelopment).
REQUIREMENTS:
The Senior Planner (Redevelopment) is responsible for project management and implementation of a wide-range of redevelopment activities, including real estate, public finance and housing development.
The incumbent is the main administrator of the Borough and Redevelopment Authority’s public-private partnership (P3) activities, Opportunity Zone development, and other public initiatives in housing, business support, and public infrastructure financing. The Senior Planner will provide leadership in a high-performing, cross-disciplinary team, with opportunities to significantly impact the future of State College.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, finance, planning, economics, real estate, community development or related field, and three or more years’ direct experience in real estate development; or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience.
Must have experience in grant/loan writing and/or administration. Must possess a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s degree in planning, urban studies, public administration, real estate or a related field. Five years of responsible experience in positions with economic development and planning activities.
Location: State College Municipal Building
Starting Salary Range: $59,000 – $74,000
Position open until filled.
Photo (by Sbvr6 via English Wikipedia) shows Beaver Stadium, home of the Penn State Nittany Lions football team in State College, PA.