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From: Planning Jobs | Department of City and Regional Planning at
Berkeley <webmaster@...>
Date: Mon, Feb 13, 2012 at 9:17 PM
Subject: Planning Jobs - Department of City and Regional Planning at Berkeley

Central Market Evaluation Coordinator

Posted: 13 Feb 2012 04:31 PM PST

San Francisco's Office of Economic & Workforce Development is leading
a collaborative initiative to stabilize and revitalize Central Market,
the section of Market Street between 5th Street and Van Ness, and the
adjacent neighborhoods. In December 2011 OEWD released the Central
Market Economic Strategy, a comprehensive economic and community
development strategy for the neighborhood (available for download at
http://centralmarketpartnership.org/central-market-economic-strategy/).
As stabilization and revitalization activities are implemented, OEWD
and its partners will require quantitative and qualitative analyses of
neighborhood change in order to refine their intervention strategies
and inform future actions. OEWD seeks a graduate student intern to
design an evaluation methodology for the initiative, and collect,
refine, and analyze year-one data. Currently there is no funding
identified for the position; however, OEWD may receive funding for the
position in its 2012-2013 budget allocation, and will actively seek
private funding for the position once the research proposal is
completed. Hopefully we'll be able to pay you eventually! What this
position will definitely offer is the opportunity to immerse yourself
in the world of community and economic development in SF. You\'ll
interact with planning professionals in the public, private, and
nonprofit sectors. Professor Karen Chapple has offered to serve in an
advisory role for this position; feel free to contact her for more
info.

Interested parties should send a cover letter and resume to Jordan
Klein, jordan.klein@.... You can also call me for more info at
(415) 554-6645.

Firm Name: San Francisco Office of Economic & Workforce Development
Location: SF City Hall 1 Dr. Carlton B Goodlett Pl SF, CA 94102

Payment: Unpaid

Contact: Jordan Klein

Email: jordan.klein@... Phone: (415) 554-6645 Posted: Feb 13,
2012 Category: Economic Development Start Date: 2012-03-12

Speaker: Dr. Matt Holian
Title: Center City Economic and Cultural Vibrancy and Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Thursday, February 16, 2012, 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. in Clark Hall Room
243, San Jose State University

Urban planners and scholars have focused a great deal of attention on
understanding the relationship between the built environment and
transportation behavior. However, other
aspects of the urban environment—including the vibrancy and quality of
life in urban areas—have received little attention. This report seeks
to close this gap by analyzing the effects of both land-use and urban
vibrancy on transportation patterns. Analysis of data from a variety
of sources suggests that in addition to the built-environment, the
vibrancy of the urban environment also affects transportation
behavior. Moreover, vibrancy affects land-use patterns.

By integrating objective measures of center-city quality of life into
transportation choice models, our new statistical results inform
public policy. We discuss specific public policy options for reducing
greenhouse gas emissions and increasing public transit use.

Dear friends,

I'm pleased to announce that the Loma Prieta Chapter is hiring a part-time
Conservation Program Coordinator.  We're hoping for a diverse pool of
qualified applicants so please forward this to your networks and friends.

Thank you,

Megan

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Online Position Description - APPLY
HERE<https://sj.tbe.taleo.net/SJ5/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=SIERRACLUB&cws\
=1&rid=138>

*

*Job Title: *Conservation Program Coordinator - Building Climate-Friendly
Communities Campaign

*Location: *Loma Prieta Chapter (Palo Alto, CA)

*Hours:* 20 hours/week

*Reports To: *Conservation Program Manager

*Context: *The Conservation Program Coordinator organizes and implements a
major conservation program, campaign, or initiative such as land use
management, Clean Energy, Building Climate-Friendly Communities etc.

*Scope: *Under direction of the Program Manager, implements the Chapter’s
approved conservation program objectives.

*Campaign:* The Loma Prieta Chapter is a leader in responding to climate
change through our Global Warming campaign, and brings the slogan “think
global, act local” to life in the Silicon Valley Region. Leveraging the
success of our “Cool Cities” teams and Sustainable Land Use Committee,
Building Climate-Friendly Communities (BCFC) focuses on reducing greenhouse
gas emissions through smart land use planning. We are part of a national
effort to create livable, complete neighborhoods within ¼ mile area
surrounding transit stations that are integrated with shops and services
and have a quality pedestrian environment that allows for healthier and
more active lifestyles. Our strategy is to build up active community
support with our Cool Cities Teams and provide technical assistance on
local land use issues with the help of our Sustainable Land Use Committee.

*Job Activities:*

1. Working with Conservation Program Manager, helps recruit volunteers and
develops and implements BCFC campaign strategies.

2. Makes presentations to community, political, and governmental bodies to
build awareness and support of BCFC campaign.

3. Supports 14 existing Cool Cities Teams by recruiting volunteers,
attending monthly meetings, and providing technical support on campaign
issues.

4. Supports the chapter's Sustainable Land Use Committee, by recruiting
volunteers and organizing SLU monthly meetings.

5. Facilitates and organizes regional events to support the Chapter.

6. Writes press releases to keep the Club membership and the general public
informed of environmental issues.

7. Works closely with media representatives and builds relationships with
the media to provide coverage and support of environmental issues.

8. Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned for the Chapter.

9. Potential to expand into other campaign work if funding for the position
is secured in 2013.

*Knowledge & Skills:*

-- BA/BS degree in Environmental Studies, Political Science, or a closely
related field.

-- 1-2 years experience in the environmental field that includes
researching environmental issues and organizing campaigns, press relations,
and public speaking.

-- Excellent written and oral communication skills.

-- Strong computer skills including proficiency with E-mail applications,
Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and proficiency with using the internet to
conduct research.

-- Demonstrated ability and effectiveness working with volunteers.

-- Organized and detail-oriented, able to take the initiative in resolving
problems or issues and complete tasks in a timely manner to achieve
campaign objectives.


The Sierra Club offers competitive salary package commensurate with skills
and experience plus excellent benefits that include medical, dental, and
vision coverage, and a retirement savings 401(k) plan. This is a category 6
exempt position.

*Sierra Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse
workforce.*

*Explore, enjoy and protect the planet.*

--
Megan Fluke
Conservation Program Manager
Sierra Club Loma Prieta Chapter

3921 E. Bayshore Road Suite 204
Palo Alto, CA 94303
megan.fluke@...
650.390.9604

www.lomaprieta.sierraclub.org


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You might be interested in attending an interesting choice of software
workshops at Calif. College of the Arts in San Francisco.  Details below.
  Open to all Architects, Artists, Designers, Students, Professionals,
Academics.


*WORKSHOP OVERVIEW*
We are pleased to announce FORMATIONS 2012, a series of software based
workshops for students and professionals taking place on Feb 25th at CCA in
San Francisco. FORMATIONS, an annual workshop series at the California
College of the Arts, provides a platform for students and professionals in
the design disciplines to explore new technologies in a hands-on workshop
setting.

*WORKSHOP OFFERINGS*

1. Parametric Modeling with GRASSHOPPER I
2. Mapping Urban Information with ESRI ArcGIS I
3. Neocartography: Intro to Interactive Online Mapping
4. Intro to BIM Modeling with REVIT
5. Performance Based Design with VASARI/REVIT
6. Introduction to Arduino & Electronics 101


*DATE AND TIME:*
Saturday, February 25  10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

*COST:*
Each workshop costs $75 for students, current CCA Faculty and Alumni; and
$175 for professionals
*
*
*HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE:*
Attendees must bring their own laptop to the workshop. For software
requirements, visit the link below

*TO REGISTER:*
http://mlab.cca.edu/2012/01/formations-2012/


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From: Planning Jobs | Department of City and Regional Planning at
Berkeley <webmaster@...>
Date: Wed, Feb 15, 2012 at 9:17 PM
Subject: Planning Jobs - Department of City and Regional Planning at Berkeley

Strategic Planning Intern

Posted: 07 Oct 2011 01:14 PM PDT

The City of Oakland Planning and Zoning Division is seeking an intern
to help staff with long-range planning projects. On-going projects
include the Lake Merritt BART Station Area Plan, the Broadway-Valdez
District Specific Plan, the West Oakland Specific Plan, and revising
the City’s regulations for Parking, Mobile Food Vending and Urban
Agriculture. The internship provides a great opportunity to learn
about long-range planning at the City.

See full job description for more details.
Firm Name: City of Oakland - Strategic Planning Division
Location: Oakland, California
Payment: Paid
Contact: Holly Pearson Email: hpearson@...
Posted: Oct 7, 2011
Category: Landuse

San Francisco Department of Environment

Clean Air Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Specialty

The mission of the City and County of San Francisco Department of the
Environment (SF Environment) is to promote innovative policies and
programs to protect the urban and natural environment, promote social
equity and expand the green economy. SF Environment programs include
Zero Waste/Recycling, Climate, Green Building, Energy Efficiency and
Renewables, Toxics Reduction, Environmental Justice, Urban
Agriculture, Clean Transportation, Urban Forest, and Public
Information Programs.

Position Description:

Under supervision of a Class 5642 Senior Environmental Assistant
(Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Manager), the 5638
Environmental Assistant will: 1) develop and implement outreach
strategies and programs promoting trip reduction programs to San
Francisco commuters, employers and residents; 2) track and report on
progress of project and grant goals; and 3) assist in managing current
programs. Essential duties include:

·         Implementing and enforcing the San Francisco Commuter
Benefits Ordinance, including the managing the compliance process,
working with other city agencies for enforcement proceedings and
assisting businesses with implementing programs;

·         Managing San Francisco’s Emergency Ride Home Program,
including outreach to businesses, processing registration and
reimbursement forms and administering the program;

·         Managing the City and County of San Francisco Bike Fleet
program, including developing a toolkit, conducting site visits,
coordinating trainings, growing the program and administering the
program;

·         Developing strategies and outreach plans with tasks and
timelines on how the program will meet grant funding goals and
benchmarks;

·         Organizing and staffing public outreach and marketing efforts;

·         Assisting with program grant applications, reports,
newsletter articles and social media content on TDM programs and clean
air issues;

·         Tracking project development through program and survey
analysis and developing public reports;

·         Developing and linking databases (Access and CRM) for all
program content;

·         Developing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) maps for
projects and employers;

·         Updating and contributing content for program’s webpage; and

·         Performing administrative support and other duties and tasks
as required by the Program.



Salary Range:  $53,118 - $64,558
Closing Date: February 29, 2012

For more information and to apply, click here to begin the application
process by registering an account.

http://www.jobaps.com/sf/sup/BulPreview.asp?R1=pex&R2=5638&R3=058658

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From: Planning Jobs | Department of City and Regional Planning at
Berkeley <webmaster@...>
Date: Wed, Feb 15, 2012 at 9:17 PM
Subject: Planning Jobs - Department of City and Regional Planning at Berkeley

The Planning Center | DC&E is hiring a Marketing Assistant

Posted: 05 Oct 2011 01:42 PM PDT

The Marketing Assistant will: • Assist the Marketing Manager in
organizing and preparing proposals. • Assist in writing specific
components of proposals. • Help coordinate and assemble full
proposals and statements of qualifications (SOQs) with text, graphics,
covers, qualifications and other needed components. • Assist with
overseeing production of proposals and SOQs. • Help identify new
marketing leads. • Contribute to the writing, editing, and graphic
design of the company’s marketing materials • Assist with
preparation of award submittals. The Marketing Assistant must have
excellent written and oral communication skills, be able to work
closely with the Marketing Manager to meet deadlines on a weekly basis
(often meeting multiple deadlines per week), be extremely organized,
and be willing to work with staff, clients and subconsultants from a
wide variety of disciplines. Familiarity with the fields of land use
planning, urban design, and/or landscape architecture is desired. The
Planning Center | DC&E offers a casual, collaborative work
environment. The Marketing Assistant will be expected to work 40 hours
a week in our Berkeley office. Starting pay is expected to be
approximately $18 per hour. Interested candidates should send a resume
and cover letter to Ken Garkow at ken@.... The Planning
Center | DC&E is an equal opportunity employer and encourages
candidates with diverse backgrounds.

Firm Name: The Planning Center | DC&E
Location: Berkeley, CA
Payment: Paid
Contact: Ken Garkow, Human Resources & Operations Manager
Email: ken@...
Phone: 510.848.3815
Posted: Oct 5, 2011 Category: Other Start Date: 2011-11-01

Associate Level Urban Designer

Posted: 04 Oct 2011 12:44 PM PDT

The Planning Center | Design, Community & Environment, Associate Urban
Designer The Planning Center | DC&E is looking for an Associate-level
Urban Designer to serve as a project manager for site planning, design
guideline, streetscape, downtown revitalization and specific plan
projects. With a staff of about 110, The Planning Center | DC&E serves
cities and counties throughout California. The Planning Center |
DC&E’s urban design work includes conceptualizing and developing
solutions at scales ranging from streets to downtowns. We focus on
design guidelines, transit-oriented development, streetscape plans,
downtown revitalization and Specific Plans. Depending on an
individual’s level of experience, activities will include: •
Project management, staff supervision and client interaction •
Production of graphic diagrams for The Planning Center | DC&E
projects, including Adobe suite and hand drawing • Proposal and
report writing • Knowledge of development prototypes and
construction types • Conceptual architecture and site planning
Salary is commensurate with experience and level of ability. We offer
a competitive salary, generous benefits and a casual work environment.
Please take a look at our website www.dceplanning.com to find out more
about the work we do. Please email your resume, and your salary
requirements and/or history and a minimum of two work samples as PDF
attachments to Ken Garkow, Human Resources & Operations Manager
(ken@...) or fax to (510) 848-4315. Work samples must
include both professional writing and graphic illustration for which
the applicant is principally responsible. The Planning Center | DC&E
is an equal opportunity employer.

Firm Name: The Planning Center | DC&E
Location: Berkeley of Santa Ana
Payment: Paid
Contact: Ken Garkow, Human Resources & Operations Manager
Email: ken@...
Phone: 510.848.3815
Posted: Oct 4, 2011
Category: Community Development
Start Date: 2011-11-01

[From http://www.transittalent.com/Job_Listing.cfm?JobID=25777]

Company:  Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority
Position:  Director of Planning & Communications
Location:  Livermore, California
Job Status:  Full-time
Salary: See Below
Job ID: 25777
Website: http://www.wheelsbus.com
Director of Planning & Communications LIVERMORE, CA

$69,492 – $108,672 Annual Salary with a Generous Benefit Package

Applications/resumes will be reviewed starting on March 6, 2012

The Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority (LAVTA) seeks a new
Director of Planning and Communications. LAVTA provides area-wide
fixed route and paratransit services to cities of Dublin, Livermore,
Pleasanton and unincorporated areas of Alameda County in California.

The Director reports directly to the Executive Director and plays a
primary leadership role within the Authority, managing transit
operations planning, short/long range planning, communications and
capital planning functions.

Visit www.wheelsbus.com for a full job description, application
information, and details regarding the benefit package.

LAVTA is an equal opportunity employer.

For details, see http://www.calapa.org/en/jobs/v/2165

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From: Planning Jobs | Department of City and Regional Planning at
Berkeley <webmaster@...>
Date: Thu, Feb 16, 2012 at 9:42 PM
Subject: Planning Jobs - Department of City and Regional Planning at Berkeley

Public Programming Intern

Posted: 16 Feb 2012 03:44 PM PST

Hours per week: 20-30 hours/week Commitment: 3-6 months Reports to:
Public Programming Manager ABOUT SPUR SPUR is one of North America's
preeminent urban planning and public policy organizations. Through
research, advocacy and public education, SPUR promotes good planning
and good government. SPUR is a member-supported nonprofit
organization. The SPUR Urban Center houses over 150 forums and
symposiums each year.

GENERAL SUMMARY SPUR is seeking a Public Programming Intern to work
closely with the Public Programming Manager in overseeing SPUR’s
forums, walking tours and exhibitions. This position will require a
flexible candidate comfortable in performing a multitude of tasks.
This intern will be expected to engage with SPUR board members, policy
staff, and guest lecturers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Manage SPUR's forums, walking tours and exhibitions
- Coordinate logistics and communicate with speakers, hosts and
members at events
- Serve as a liaison to like-minded organizations
- Assist in researching and brainstorming quarterly public programs
- Represent SPUR at events
- Assist in production of quarterly calendar
- Manage online events calendar and publicize programs through SPUR's
social media channels
- Maintain exhibitions, including coordination of installation and
de-installation
- Work with policy staff members as needed

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Interest in cities, public policy and urban issues
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Friendly and social
- Flexible and adaptable leader
- A/V knowledge and ability to learn on-the-spot
- Familiarity with Word, Excel, HTML and Mac operating system
- Volunteer management or other supervision experience preferred

Firm Name: SPUR
Location: 654 Mission St. San Francisco, CA 94105
Payment: Unpaid
Contact: Will Heywood Email: internship@...
Phone:
Posted: Feb 16, 2012
Start Date: 1969-12-31

GreenWaste Recovery, Inc.

GreenWaste Recovery Inc. (GreenWaste) is a locally owned company that
has pioneered cost-effective recycling and solid waste management
practices in Northern California since 1991. GreenWaste has been an
industry leader in all aspects of solid waste management. From the
collection of residential and commercial refuse, yard trimmings,
curbside recyclables, food waste and construction and demolition debris
to the innovative processing, recovery and marketing of recycled
materials, GreenWaste has been leading the way towards efficient,
effective, and environmentally sound waste management and recycling
practices.

Position Summary

GreenWaste is currently seeking highly motivated, professional,
self-directed and enthusiastic candidates for an Environmental Outreach
Coordinator position. Ideal candidates will have experience building and
expanding waste prevention, reuse and recycling programs and a special
interest in helping communities achieve zero waste. The Company is
seeking the right candidate to compliment our existing team and
contribute to the shaping of the position. We expect candidates will
meet the minimum requirements but recognize candidates may not encompass
all the skills and experience listed in this announcement.

Position Duties and Responsibilities

     * Work with the Outreach Team to develop a strategic and targeted
approach to conducting public outreach and education throughout our
service areas.   * Identify waste reduction, reuse, and recycling
opportunities for residents, businesses, complexes, schools and special
events and develop and implement tailored programs to increase
diversion.   * Develop collateral materials for distribution, including
but not limited to: recycling and "how-to" guides, brochures,
newsletters, and notifications for new programs and/or changes in
service.   * Conduct presentations and offer facility tours to service
organizations, schools, business groups, civic associations,
neighborhood and homeowner's associations, workshops and other
community events.   * Develop partnerships with non-profit and service
organizations to build markets for reuse of materials.   * Contribute to
the development of an annual public outreach and education plan and
track and report on progress, including challenges encountered and
program successes.   * Work with Outreach Team to keep website current
and ensure easy access to educational materials and important
information on collection requirements, program successes and diversion
statistics.   * Conduct periodic hands-on waste audits of residential,
multi-family, schools, city facilities and commercial sectors to
determine the breakdown and composition of materials by sector.   *
Initiate meetings with business owners and/or decision makers to provide
educational materials, on-site workshops and/or presentations to market
and implement recycling and diversion programs.   * Provide assistance
to K-12 schools to develop and improve school recycling and organics
programs including presentations and distribution of materials to
promote waste reduction, reuse and recycling.   * Identify opportunities
for GreenWaste to become more involved in the communities in which we
service, including organizing events and developing incentive programs
for employees to participate.   * Attend educational/community events,
develop interactive activities, and distribute educational materials.

Required Skills/Experience:

     * Bachelor's degree or equivalent in environmental science,
business administration, or a related field.   * Three years of
increasingly responsible experience implementing a highly visible
program in a position involving public contact. A Bachelor's degree
may be substituted for up to two year's experience.   * Ability to
promote Company programs with vision, enthusiasm and a "can do"
attitude   *  Possession of strong organizational skills with a strong
attention to detail.   * Experience working with residents, businesses
and schools on waste prevention, reuse and recycling.   * Demonstrated
experience creating effective networks with the public, businesses,
community service organizations and governmental agencies.   *
Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software.
* Ability to communicate effectively and speak, listen and write in a
clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective
communication tools and techniques.   * Graphic design and presentation
experience and Spanish fluency highly desirable.

Successful Candidates Will Demonstrate Competence in the Following:

     * Adaptability: Demonstrate a willingness to be flexible, versatile
and/or tolerant in a changing work environment while maintaining
effectiveness and efficiency.   * Build Relationships: Establish and
maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and
externally, to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that
enhance organizational effectiveness.   * Creativity/Innovation: Propose
unique ways to improve operations and create new opportunities.   *
Decision Making: Exhibits sound and accurate judgment including ability
to explain reasoning. Assess situations to determine the importance,
urgency and risks, and make clear decisions that are timely and in the
best interests of the Company.   * Dependability: Keeps and follows
through on commitments, follows instructions, is punctual and takes
responsibility for own actions.   * Organization: Set priorities,
develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, and track
details, data, information and activities.   * Problem Solving: Assess
problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant
information,generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or
resolve the problem, including situations where limited standardization
exists.

Position Information:

This position will be located in our San Jose office under the direction
of the Community Relations Manager.  The Environmental Outreach
Coordinator position is a non-exempt position based on a Monday - Friday
daytime schedule. Some early morning, evening, weekend and holiday work
may be required. Job related travel is required and approved travel
expenses incurred while conducting official business will be paid on a
reimbursable basis. A valid California driver's license and proof of
insurance is required.

Compensation:

Financial compensation will be commensurate with applicable experience
($41,600.00 – 47,840.00 annually based on full-time employment).
GreenWaste provides a competitive benefit package including medical,
dental, vision and life insurance after three months and the option to
participate in a 401k-retirement plan after one year. Paid time off
accrues uniformly throughout the year and increases with tenure.

Application Procedures:

Applicants must submit a letter of interest, resume, salary history and
full contact information for at least 3 professional references to:
GreenWaste Recovery Inc., Attn: Emily Hanson, 1500 Berger Drive, San
Jose CA, 95112. Applicants are strongly encouraged to concurrently
submit application materials electronically to ehanson@...
<mailto:ehanson@...> .

Deadline:

Position open until filled. Applications received by February 24, 2012
will be prioritized for review. Short-listed applicants will be notified
by February 29, 2012 and interviews will be scheduled no later than the
week of March 5, 2012. Visit www.greenwaste.com for position updates and
any subsequent interview rounds.

Employment Eligibility Verification:

The successful applicant must show proof of citizenship or provide
documentation indicating they are legally eligible to work in the United
States. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed
or implied contract and may be modified or revoked without notice.



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Save the date!  SJSU's student-run Urban Planning Coalition has lined up the
next event in its Speaker Series: Transit Oriented Development (TOD)

Date and Time
Tuesday, February 28th at 6:30pm.

Speaker and Overview
Jeffrey Wood will take a holistic approach to TOD's.  Mr. Wood is a Program
Associate/GIS Specialist at Reconnecting America.
He performs mapping analysis for a variety of projects and conducts research on
transit mode funding, technology and the relationship of transit to development.
He will discuss:
     - Parcel, district, corridor, and regional scales
     - Why TODs matter to regional development and transportation coordination
     - Policy implications of TODs

Location
Clark Hall - Fishbowl
Link to campus map: http://nanosense.org/documents/workshops/SJSUCampusMap.pdf

Admission
No admission charge. Open to the public.  Refreshments will be provided.

For more information
Please contact Urban Planning Coalition members:
     - Maria Candida Langbauer at mclangbauer@...
     - John Tu at TongJohnTu@...

*Young Planners Group Mixer - Tuesday, March 6 - Palo Alto*

Join us at Gravity Bistro and Wine Bar in Palo Alto to mix and mingle with
fellow planners.  Meet YPG Co-Chairs, Natalie & Avalon, and share with us
what type of events you would like to see in 2012.

Space is limited, please RSVP
here<https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dDZsQTk4SFgwUEFIMl9HOX\
B6VjU4LWc6MQ#gid=0>
.
This event is free to APA members.  $5 donation requested for non-members.
1st round of appetizers on YPG.  No host drinks.

Who: YPG & APA members and anyone interested in planning
What: YPG Mixer
Where: Gravity Bistro & Wine Bar, 544 Emerson Street, Palo Alto
When: Tuesday, March 6 @ 6:00 pm

For more info, contact Avalon & Natalie at norapaypg@...

This event is also on Facebook<http://www.facebook.com/events/255507417863195/>


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From: Planning Jobs | Department of City and Regional Planning at
Berkeley <webmaster@...>
Date: Wed, Feb 22, 2012 at 9:10 PM

Affordable Housing Intern

Project Summary: EBHO provides an exciting opportunity for a
self-motivated and creative individual who wants to have an impact on
affordable housing issues in the East Bay. The intern will work with
EBHO staff and members to support our education and communications
activities, especially our 16th Annual Affordable Housing Week, a
series of events through Alameda and Contra Costa Counties from May
11-20. The intern will play a substantial role in assisting with event
planning, logistics, and volunteer coordination. Other projects are
dependent on time and need but may include conducting outreach,
developing and collecting educational materials for our website,
participating in membership committees and coalition work, conducting
policy research, and assisting with office operations. The intern will
work under the supervision of the Deputy Director. EBHO is a
fast-paced and dynamic environment, as our small staff works with a
large network of allies on many issues and campaigns. Duties and
Responsibilities • With our other communications intern, work on
communications tasks, including website updates, drafting e-blasts,
and creating visual communications & flyers. • Assemble a portfolio
of housing documents, presentations and materials for our website and
archives • Assist with outreach and preparations for our 16th Annual
Affordable Housing Week, a series of events through Contra Costa and
Alameda County taking place May 11-20. This may include logistics and
volunteer management, soliciting proclamations from elected officials,
helping to distribute promotional materials, creatively marketing
through electronic and social media, etc. The intern will take on
significant responsibility for logistics of our State of Housing
Symposium on May 15, and will assist with volunteer coordination for
Housing Sabbath, an interfaith event from May 18-20. • Assist with
other office management tasks as needed, including data entry and
contacts management

Firm Name: East Bay Housing Organizations
Location: 538 9th Street, Suite 200 Oakland, CA 94607
Payment: Unpaid
Contact: Gloria Bruce
Email: gloria@...
Phone: 510-663-3830 ext. 322
Posted: Feb 22, 2012
Category: Housing
Start Date: 2012-03-15

[From http://www.planetizen.com/node/54378]

Senior Planner/Facilitator
PMC
Location: Oakland , California, United States
Posted on: February 9, 2012
Category: Community / Economic Development
Planning / Land Use
Experience: 3-5 years

PMC is a company that has a passion and respect for our work, our
clients, our employees, and the communities we serve. We value our
operational flexibility, and strive to be an industry leader through
excellence, integrity, and innovation. Our core purpose is to provide
valuable information, advice, and guidance to help our clients serve
and improve their communities while also providing rewarding,
meaningful, and fun opportunities to our employees.

Our firm specializes in providing municipal consulting services
including agency staffing, conservation planning and biological
services, environmental, public finance, housing and community
development, urban planning, sustainability and climate change,
community engagement, and creative services. We are currently
recruiting for a Senior Planner/Facilitator to join our team!

Responsibilities will include supporting our community engagement and
facilitation team on a variety of projects by providing strategic
advice to our clients regarding the design of their public
participation processes, meetings and events, facilitating
discussions, recording and summarizing community feedback, developing
policy language and contributing to long range planning documents,
acting as an assistant project manager and task leader on large
projects, a project manager on smaller projects, and additional duties
as assigned.

Qualified candidate must have a Bachelors Degree in planning or
related field and 5+ years experience in assisting with community
engagement and facilitation for public agencies. Candidate must be
comfortable and experienced in facilitating group discussions of all
sizes, including large public workshops and special events.
Specialized training or education in facilitation or public process
design is preferred. Candidate should be within proximity to the PMC
Oakland office with the ability to travel to other PMC offices and
clients sites as needed.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to careers@.... This
position is open until filled. EOE m/f/d/v

Federal fellowships - Strong Cities, Strong Communities

For details, see
http://blog.hud.gov/2012/02/23/hud-hosts-strong-cities-strong-communities-fellow\
ship-program-twitter-town-hall/.

****

** **

Dear Invitee:****

** **

There is a growing need for innovators to address the many social problems
and economic challenges in our own backyard.  We invite you to join social
entrepreneurs, thinkers and leaders from non-profits, business, government
and the community to share innovation leadership lessons and help create a
social innovation network. Put your creativity to the test, and help us
figure out how to better tap the transformational power of innovation and
community collaboration to solve local problems and work together for the
common good.****

** **

The San Jose State University, in partnership with HP, City of San Jose,
San Francisco Bay Area Chapter of the Social Enterprise Alliance, Step Up
Silicon Valley, Altis Solutions, and Global Green Village, will convene the
first Social Innovation Leadership Forum. This milestone event is going to
take place on *March 20, 2012 at the Mexican Heritage Plaza from 8.00am to
5.00pm* and we don’t want you to miss it!****

** **

Please take a moment to register <https://commerce.cashnet.com/cobjysjsu>
  now.  If you'd like your organization to be seen as a leader in
innovation, we have several exhibitor and  sponsorship
opportunities<http://www.cob.sjsu.edu/sileadershipforum2012/index.html>
.

** **

Do visit the SJSU Social Innovation Leadership
Forum<http://www.cob.sjsu.edu/sileadershipforum2012/> for
details on the speakers, the workshops, activities, and more. We will be
updating the website regularly to add more information about the event as
it becomes available.  Keep checking back!****

** **

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Looking Forward Together: A Conversation with Dr. Manuel Pastor



Date: Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Time: 7-9pm

Location: 101 Second Street, San Francisco, CA 94105

Ticket Prices: $20 advance/$25 at the door (and free for TransForm
donors at a $40+ level)



Please join us for a special evening to launch TransForm’s 15th
Anniversary with Dr. Manuel Pastor, Director of the Program for
Environmental and Regional Equity at the University of Southern
California.



Dr. Pastor is a fantastic speaker and one of the leading minds on
regional planning, sustainability, and equity. He believes that now is
the time for a new paradigm in transportation infrastructure, land
use, and fairness to build better communities and save our economy and
environment.



Dr. Pastor is the author of Regions That Work: How Cities and Suburbs
Can Grow Together and This Could Be the Start of Something Big: How
Social Movements for Regional Equity Are Reshaping Metropolitan
America. He has been recognized as Civic Entrepreneur of the Year by
the California Center for Regional Leadership and was a keynote
speaker at the 2011 Rail~Volution Conference.



TransForm is a nonprofit organization that works to create world-class
public transportation and walkable communities in the Bay Area and
beyond. We build diverse coalitions, influence policy, and develop
innovative programs to improve the lives of all people and protect the
environment.



Please note that there is a possibility that this event will sell out,
so registering in advance

https://secure.commonground. convio.com/TransForm/ 15thanniversarylaunch032812/

is strongly recommended.



You can also become a TransForm member with a donation of $40+ and
gain free admission to all TransForm events.



If you have any questions, contact Jessica Lewis at
jlewis@... or 510.740.3150x335.



We hope you’ll join us in “looking forward together” and launching
TransForm's 15th Anniversary year with Dr. Manuel Pastor!


Best,

Chris Lepe


--
Hilary Nixon, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Associate Chair and Graduate Advisor
Department of Urban & Regional Planning
One Washington Square (WSQ 218A)
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA  95192-0185
408.924.5852
408.924.5872 (fax)

[From http://www.planetizen.com/node/54752]

Town of Portola Valley, CA
Location: Town of Portola Valley, California, 94028, United States
Posted on:February 23, 2012
Category: Planning / Land Use
Experience: 5-7 years

The Town of Portola Valley is seeking a Planning Department Manager to
direct its Planning functions -- in coordination with a consultant
Town Planner -- and its Sustainability efforts. The position directly
supervises 3.5 FTE, and provides support to the Planning Commission.

The Town desires a journey-level Planning professional with
considerable supervisory and managerial experience, a collaborative
leadership style, a strong customer service focus and excellent
problem solving and conflict resolution skills. Work in a similar
community, with strong architectural controls and zoning regulations,
and actively involved residents is highly desirable.

The salary range is $6,826 to $8,325. The Town offers CalPERS
retirement of 2% @ 55, (employer and employee portions fully paid),
full family health insurance up to the Kaiser –level premium, and
fully paid employee dental and vision insurance.

Please snail mail or e-mail a cover letter, resume and a completed
Town employment application no later than 5:00 p.m. Friday, March 23,
2012 to:

Barbara Powell
Interim Assistant Town Manager
Town of Portola Valley
765 Portola Road
Portola Valley, CA 94028
bpowell@...

Please go to www.portolavalley.net, under “What’s New” on the homepage
for more information and the employment application, or contact
bpowell@... or (650) 851-1700, x. 218.

[From http://www.planetizen.com/node/54784]

Deputy Director II - Director, Current Planning
The San Francisco Planning Department
Location: San Francisco, California, United States
Posted on: February 24, 2012
Category: Community / Economic Development
Experience: 7-10 years

Position Description
The San Francisco Planning Department is seeking a Director, Current
Planning to serve as one of six senior managers in the Planning
Department.

The Director of Current Planning supervises the Current Planning (CP)
Division consisting of the four geographic-based quadrant planning
Teams, the Planning Information Counter (PIC) Team, the Support Staff
Team, and the Historic Preservation Team. The quadrant teams consist
of planners and support staff to accomplish the CP Section core work
in their specific area of the City. The Preservation Team consists of
planners and support staff to review permits and case applications
affecting historic resources, accomplish the Historic Preservation
Survey Team Work Program, and support the Historic Preservation
Commission. The PIC Team is made up of “core” PIC staff who staff the
PIC and fulfill other public information duties as required. The
Support Staff Team is responsible for supporting staff activity across
all of Current Planning. The Planner IVs that supervise these Teams
report directly to the Director of Current Planning, as does the
Senior Preservation Planner IV and the Senior PIC Planner IV.

Minimum Qualifications
1. Possession of a Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or
university with a specialty in urban planning, architecture, public
administration, or a related field, AND

2. Nine (9) years or more of progressively responsible experience in
the area of urban planning, including a minimum of five (5) years
management experience, managing a staff engaged in city planning,
public administration, or a related field and two (2) years of project
experience involving implementation, interpretation or analysis of a
Zoning Code and or related regulations.

How to Apply for 0952 Deputy Director II - Director, Current Planning
To view the complete job announcement and to apply for this position,
please visit:
http://www.jobaps.com/sf/sup/BulPreview.asp?R1=PEX&R2=0952&R3=058640

For details, see http://www.spur.org/about/work_or_volunteer

Research Assistant Internship (Graduate Student)
Development Intern
Public Programming Intern

*POSITION OVERVIEW*
The GIS analyst is part of Maps and Records in the Land, Buildings & Real
Estate (LBRE) department at Stanford. The department is responsible for the
design, construction, operations and maintenance of buildings, grounds,
utilities, parking, and transportation systems at Stanford. Maps and
Records supports the University's needs and the various business units who
work to ensure that LBRE provides world class services as caretakers of the
legacy that is Stanford University.  Under the supervision of the GIS lead
in the Land, Buildings and Real Estate (LBRE) Dept of Technology, this
position performs Geographic Information Systems (GIS) related analysis and
support for the LBRE organization.  Responsibilities include support of the
day to day maintenance, analysis, mapping and application support for GIS
clients in departments campus-wide.  As a member of the GIS Services team,
this position requires GIS skills for technical coordination with clients
to analyze mapping-related requirements and provide timely solutions. The
position independently develops highly effective and functional maps to
help clients.

The GIS Analyst is part of a team that assists in the collection,
management, and maintenance of digital data (spatial and attributes)
pertaining to facilities and infrastructure. This position conducts
analysis of data utilizing Geographic Information Systems tools to clarify
and communicate spatial relationships among datasets and present them in an
appropriate, cartographic manner.

The position facilitates adherence to data standards and is involved with
metadata development.

GIS Analyst tasks may include software training including preparation and
implementation of training materials and assisting clients with technical
and data related issues.  The position may also assist with development of
new GIS tools and applications or improves existing query and analysis
tools supporting clients for information retrieval, analysis and
presentation.

*QUALIFICATIONS
*

    - Bachelor's degree with a GIS focus OR closely related field such as
    Architecture, Planning, Engineering
    - Two or more years of experience with GIS related work using ESRI,
    Autodesk GIS products or related GIS products is required.
    - Must be able to work with ESRI's ArcGIS, ArcCatalog, and GIS-related
    equipment such as plotters, digitizing tablets, and GPS mapping units.
    - Experience with graphical illustration and layout products like
    Fireworks, Illustrator or Photoshop is highly desirable and a big plus.
    - Experience with GIS application customization is desirable.
    - Understanding of relational database management systems is highly
    desirable.
    - Responsible for multiple projects and priorities with crucial
    deadlines while dealing with a diverse group of University departments.
    - Must possess excellent communication skills, both written and oral,
    with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of people.
    - Must be customer oriented and anticipate future needs and requests.
    - Ability to access areas that are accessible through stairs and
    navigate all areas of the campus terrain in order to locate and map
    facilities-related assets.
    - Must possess and maintain a valid California driver's license

*TO APPLY*
Go to http://jobs.stanford.edu to apply.
Search for Job ID: 46568


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From: Jessica Zenk <jzenk@...>
Date: Mon, Mar 5, 2012 at 2:29 PM
Subject: Leadership Group - In Need of Transportation Interns

The Leadership Group is in need of 1-2 "coordinators" (our word for
interns) to help us with transportation projects. We have a particular need
for people with interest in electric vehicles and/or biking/active
transportation. If you have any stellar students to recommend, please send
them my way! A resume and brief email expressing interest would suffice.

General information about our coordinator positions can be found at -
http://svlg.org/about-us/internships.


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[Same info online at
https://app.e2ma.net/app/view:CampaignPublic/id:21800.11644314075/rid:fd0ddaaba4\
c553e002bddd7a417d3168]

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Leah Toeniskoetter <events@...>
Date: Mon, Feb 6, 2012 at 12:32 PM
Subject: Launch Party: SPUR San Jose, 3.8.12

Dear Friends,

For the first time in SPUR's 100-year history, we are expanding.
Please join us in celebrating the launch of our new office in the
biggest city in Northern California--San Jose!

Click here to RSVP!
[http://e2ma.net/go/11644314075/4191734/113620376/21800/goto:https://app.etapest\
ry.com/cart/SPUR/default/category.php?ref=1747.0.664857905]

SPUR San Jose Launch Party
San Pedro Square Market*
Thursday, March 8, 2012
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres

Why San Jose? Why now?  Read about SPUR's decision to expand.
[http://e2ma.net/go/11644314075/4191734/113620377/21800/goto:http://www.spur.org\
/publications/library/article/announcing-launch-spur-san-jose]

Looking forward to seeing you there,

Leah Toeniskoetter
Director
SPUR San Jose
Ideas + action for a better city

*Located on W. St. John Street between N. San Pedro Street and N.
Almaden Avenue at the North end of San Pedro Square


SPUR
654 Mission Street |San Francisco, CA 94105

Smart Growth America's Sustainable Communities Network, formerly the
Initiative for Sustainable Communities and States, is a listserve of
planners, developers and government officials interested in the federal
Partnership for Sustainable Communities. Subscribe to this listserve to
learn about events, grant opportunities and additional resources for state
and local organizations working on smart growth issues.
Sign-up for occasional notices:
http://action.smartgrowthamerica.org/p/salsa/web/common/public/signup?signup_pag\
e_KEY=3212

Irvin Dawid
753 Alma St., #126, Palo Alto, CA  94301
650-283-6534 (cell)


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*City of San José*

*INTERNSHIP POSITION DESCRIPTION*



*DEPARTMENT:  Environmental Services*

*DIVISION: Watershed Protection*

*TERM OF ASSIGNMENT:* 6 months is recommended with option to extend

*HOURS PER WEEK: *average 20 hrs. per week

*COMPENSATION: *Student Intern $10.73/hr Graduate Student Intern $14.38/hr

*INTERN SUPERVISOR: Sanhita Ghosal             *

*PHONE:*  793-4377

*EMAIL:*  Sanhita.ghosal@...

*ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT*

San José’s Environmental Services Department has established a national
reputation for environmental leadership and innovation with award-winning
recycling, water conservation, water quality protection, and wastewater
treatment programs. With over 400 employees and an annual budget of $124
million, ESD is one of the City's largest and most visible departments.
Among its major initiatives are to provide:

[image: *]       Healthy streams, rivers, marshlands and Bay waters;

[image: *]       Reliable water, garbage, and recycling services;

[image: *]       Clean and green air, land and energy policy development;
and

[image: *]       Community education aimed at environmental sustainability

*WHY INTERN WITH US?*

The Watershed Protection Division is seeking a student intern to help us
protect and improve the quality of San Jose’s Watersheds. A highly
motivated student will gain experience in and learn principles of
stormwater management while helping us improve the condition of our creeks
and rivers by supporting sustainable landscaping practices, water quality
monitoring, and public outreach.  An internship with the Watershed
Protection Division will provide a rich opportunity to learn a wide variety
of environmental management skills.**

*KEY ACTIVITIES*

This internship would support:

    - Pesticide Reduction through sustainable landscape practices.
    - Water Quality Monitoring and Citizen Monitoring activities.
    - Data projects including database support and GIS
    - Public Outreach for Watershed Protection
    - Interdepartmental stormwater coordination

*
*

*EDUCATION*

Current enrollment in an accredited college or university in undergraduate
or graduate program is required.  Preferred majors include Environmental
Studies, Urban and Regional Planning, Environmental Engineering, Biological
Science, Aquatic Biology, Ecology, Soil Science, Geography, or other
related majors.



*DESIRABLE SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, & QUALITIES*

·         Education or experience in environmental biology, horticulture or
other related field (botany, ecology, native plants, horticulture,
Integrated Pest Management, sustainable landscaping, landscape
architecture, etc).

·         Education, work, or volunteer experience with
watershed/garden/parks/landscape-related field projects and/or field
monitoring of water, soil, etc.

·         Ability to physically perform duties involved with field work
such as bending, stooping, traversing steep banks, climbing in/out of a
boat, and lifting objects up to 50 pounds.

·         Computer skills including ArcGIS, MS Office suite

·         Other software skills such as graphics, basic web and social
media design

·         Photographic techniques

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills

·         Ability and willingness to speak with the public, provide
presentations, lead workshops

·         Spanish reading and speaking skills

·         Qualitative and quantitative analytical and research skills

·         Data analysis skills

·         Self-motivated, conscientious, and independent

*HOW TO APPLY:*

Return a cover letter and resume to internsanjose@....

Subject Line: Stormwater Management Program Internship

Questions?  Please contact Shellyne Urban shellyne.urban@...

Please also see the newly launched student website:
http://www.sanjoseca.gov/students/


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For details, see http://www.planetizen.com/node/54979

Environmental Planner
Cardno ENTRIX
Location: Concord, California, 94520, United States
Posted on: March 2, 2012
Category: Environment / Natural Resources, Planning / Land Use
Experience: 7-10 years

City of San José
INTERNSHIP POSITION DESCRIPTION
DEPARTMENT: Environmental Services
DIVISION: Watershed Protection
TERM OF ASSIGNMENT: 6 months is recommended with option to extend
HOURS PER WEEK: average 20 hrs. per week
COMPENSATION: Student Intern $10.73/hr Graduate Student Intern $14.38/hr
INTERN SUPERVISOR: Sanhita Ghosal
PHONE: 793-4377
EMAIL: Sanhita.ghosal@...

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

San José’s Environmental Services Department has established a
national reputation for environmental leadership and innovation with
award-winning recycling, water conservation, water quality protection,
and wastewater treatment programs. With over 400 employees and an
annual budget of $124 million, ESD is one of the City's largest and
most visible departments. Among its major initiatives are to provide:
Healthy streams, rivers, marshlands and Bay waters; Reliable water,
garbage, and recycling services; Clean and green air, land and energy
policy development; and Community education aimed at environmental
sustainability

WHY INTERN WITH US?

The Watershed Protection Division is seeking a student intern to help
us protect and improve the quality of San Jose’s Watersheds. A highly
motivated student will gain experience in and learn principles of
stormwater management while helping us improve the condition of our
creeks and rivers by supporting sustainable landscaping practices,
water quality monitoring, and public outreach. An internship with the
Watershed Protection Division will provide a rich opportunity to learn
a wide variety of environmental management skills.

KEY ACTIVITIES

This internship would support:
• Pesticide Reduction through sustainable landscape practices.
• Water Quality Monitoring and Citizen Monitoring activities.
• Data projects including database support and GIS
• Public Outreach for Watershed Protection
• Interdepartmental stormwater coordination

EDUCATION

Current enrollment in an accredited college or university in
undergraduate or graduate program is required. Preferred majors
include Environmental Studies, Urban and Regional Planning,
Environmental Engineering, Biological Science, Aquatic Biology,
Ecology, Soil Science, Geography, or other related majors.

DESIRABLE SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, & QUALITIES

• Education or experience in environmental biology, horticulture or
other related field (botany, ecology, native plants, horticulture,
Integrated Pest Management, sustainable landscaping, landscape
architecture, etc).
• Education, work, or volunteer experience with
watershed/garden/parks/landscaperelated
field projects and/or field monitoring of water, soil, etc.
• Ability to physically perform duties involved with field work such
as bending, stooping, traversing steep banks, climbing in/out of a
boat, and lifting objects up to 50 pounds.
• Computer skills including ArcGIS, MS Office suite
• Other software skills such as graphics, basic web and social media design
• Photographic techniques
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability and willingness to speak with the public, provide
presentations, lead workshops
• Spanish reading and speaking skills
• Qualitative and quantitative analytical and research skills
• Data analysis skills
• Self-motivated, conscientious, and independent

HOW TO APPLY:

Return a cover letter and resume to internsanjose@....
Subject Line: Stormwater Management Program Internship
Questions? Please contact Shellyne Urban shellyne.urban@...
Please also see the newly launched student website:
http://www.sanjoseca.gov/students/

TransForm is hiring: State Campaign Organizer

TransForm, a leading environmental and social equity nonprofit, is seeking
an experienced professional to be our State Campaign Organizer, a full-time
position based in Sacramento.

The State Campaign Organizer is supervised by TransForm’s State Policy
Director and based in TransForm’s Sacramento office.  The Organizer is
responsible for the ongoing building and maintenance of a statewide network
capable of generating political pressure in Sacramento to push for
increased funding for public transportation and to ensure that state
policies support equity, environmental, and public health goals.  The ideal
candidate will have extensive experience in coalition-building,
communications and advocacy, as well as a strong interest in transportation
policy or planning.  Strong preference for Sacramento-based applicants.
Non-Sacramento applicants who can commute at least three day per week to
Sacramento will be considered.

Please see the following link for full job description and
information on how to apply:
http://transformca.org/files/job_description___state_campaign_organizer___final.\
pdf

The Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission is hiring a data management
specialist.

The job has been posted on the PSMFC website (
http://www.psmfc.org/psmfc-info/careers/new-applicants  ) and the full
title is Data Management Specialist 2- Passage Assessment Database.

Feel free to let me know if you have any questions about the position.

Thank you,
Robin

Robin Carlson
Project Manager
Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission
(510) 735-9513 office
(510) 827-9484 cell


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