Island Housing Planner
Martha’s Vineyard Commission
The Martha’s Vineyard Commission is seeking an Island Housing Planner to work individually and as part of a team to promote housing opportunities on the Island. The Housing Planner works closely with various organizations to support regional housing needs through technical assistance, research, analysis, and community outreach; and serves as the main MVC staff member to implement Commission housing policies through the review of Developments of Regional Impact (DRIs). A complete job description can be found at the Island Housing Planner webpage.
Please send a cover letter with statement of interest and a detailed resume to MVC Executive Director Adam Turner at [email protected]. Applications will be accepted through Sept. 19, 2022.
Job Description
- Supports regional housing needs through technical assistance, research, analysis, and community outreach.
- Provides targeted assistance on affordable and other housing issues.
- Promotes a mix of housing types for a broad cross-section of Island residents and incorporates mixed-use and smart-growth development principles with access to jobs and services.
- Encourages and supports efforts to plan for healthy, vibrant communities, including housing and community development, while balancing the needs of the natural and built environments.
- Serves as the main MVC staff member to implement Commission housing policies through the review of Developments of Regional Impact (DRIs).
- Collects and analyzes data related to the Island’s existing housing stock, housing market, current and future housing demand, and other data; researches and provides updates on the progress of the region in reaching its housing goals.
- Participates in public forums, workshops, and conferences; makes presentations; facilitates discussions regarding housing and community development issues affecting the region.
- Monitors state and federal policies and programs.
- Develops grant and other funding proposals.
Qualifications
- Ability to manage and coordinate projects and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of public and private groups.
- Independent judgment and initiative, and superior communication and organization skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in public administration, community development, urban or regional planning/design or related field plus three years of experience in community development, land-use planning controls, housing or economic development planning, housing advocacy and financial analysis/underwriting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.