Job Opportunities- ACRPC is Hiring!!!

2 Staff Positions Staff Planner and Energy Planner

The Addison County Regional Planning Commission (ACRPC) seeks to fill two full time positions, a Staff Planner and Energy Planner.  The Planners will help to build stronger communities in Addison County by implementing the projects and programs of ACRPC.  Areas of responsibility will include:

Staff Planner (Full description PDF here)

  1. Regional Planning, specifically outreach and writing of sections of the Addison County Regional Plan;
  2. Municipal planning, helping ACRPC’s member municipalities draft plans and policies;
  3. Marketing and outreach via the commission’s events, newsletter and website;
  4. Specified watershed and natural resources-based work; and
  5. Other special projects.

Energy Planner (Full description .pdf here)

  1. Updating the regional and local energy plans, solar siting, gathering local energy/carbon data.
  2. Work with municipalities or other local energy organizations to implement local energy projects. Specific activities may include preparing requests for qualifications and proposals, contract review, vendor management for projects that may consist of energy audits of public buildings, installation of electric efficiency measures, electric vehicles, and associated charging equipment.
  3. Grant writing, grant administration, and project management to support energy projects identified above.
  4. Education/Promotion – Research and recommendations to municipal and regional officials on key energy implementation measures necessary to reduce energy use, increase use of renewable energy, and decrease fossil fuels use in the heating, transportation, and electricity sectors.

Candidates for each position should possess a four year degree in planning or a related field, preferably combined with a minimum of 2 years of work experience in planning or a related field. The candidate should also possess the following qualities: a working knowledge of rules and regulations relating to planning and development in Vermont, an ability to coordinate and lead diverse interest groups to complete a project, the ability to conduct objective analysis, strong writing, graphic design, communication and computer skills, including Google Docs, Microsoft Word and Excel. Knowledge of GIS and other design programs are also desirable. Salary based upon experience. Excellent benefits, including a flexible, friendly work environment.

Please send a resume to Adam Lougee, Executive Director, Addison County Regional Planning Commission, 14 Seminary Street Middlebury, VT 05753 or alougee@acrpc.org. Positions will be open until filled. Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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