Monthly Archives: January 2021

Director of the Emilio Ambasz Institute and Curator

The Museum seeks a Director of the Emilio Ambasz Institute who will also serve as a Curator, joining the curatorial team in the Museum’s Department of Architecture and Design, and reporting directly to the department’s Phillip Johnson Chief Curator of Architecture and Design.

As the inaugural Director of the newly established Institute, the successful candidate develops, leads, and implements the Institute’s manifold research initiatives through a range of programs, including exhibitions, public lectures, conferences and symposia, seminars, and publications on a variety of digital platforms. The Institute intends to address a diverse, global audience through a multitude of digital channels and offerings, and hence the Director should be particularly interested in developing innovative programs for digital outreach. Specific responsibilities include curatorial leadership of exhibition programs, including an inaugural exhibition on the emergence of green architecture (scheduled for 2023); fiduciary oversight of the Institute, including all annual financial reporting on the Institute’s use of funds; active contribution to the conversation and programs of the Department of Architecture and Design; collaboration with Museum departments and initiatives focused on ecology and sustainability; and partnership with external entities dedicated to ecological restoration and justice. The Director will be supported in the role by an administrative assistant, who will be hired by the successful candidate upon arrival at the Museum.

Additionally, within the scope of curatorial responsibilities, the Director will help to develop a strategy for the collection and future acquisitions that deal with sustainability.

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Producer/Project Manager Position

Once-Future Office is seeking a Producer/Project Manager to join our collaborative and thoughtful creative team. Come work in our impactful design studio and orchestrate our team and clients through all phases of diverse projects, from identities to websites, books, exhibitions, and environments.

We’re looking for someone with an architecture or environmental design background and/or has worked on signage/wayfinding projects.

Primary Responsibilities:

-daily project and client management

-supports studio’s overall short and long-term goals

-executional support to environmental projects

For more information, click here.

Intermediate Designer/Architect – Colloqate Design

Established in 2017, Colloqate Design is an emerging multidisciplinary Design Justice practice focused on expanding community access to, and building power through, the design of social, civic, and cultural spaces. Our mission is to intentionally organize, advocate, and design spaces of racial, social, and cultural equity.

At Colloqate, we believe that to design is to have an unyielding faith in the potential for a just society. It is an act of individual and collective hope requiring, not only, an awareness of true inequity, but a compulsion to speak out against it in its many forms. To this end, Colloqate is deeply committed to dismantling the privilege and power structures that use the design professions to maintain systems of injustice.

We have an immediate need for a talented and driven Intermediate Designer/Architect with experience in civic, cultural, educational and municipal projects. First and foremost, the designer must share the team’s unwavering commitment to racial and social justice and belief in the power of design to transform community experience. Additionally, the most competitive candidates for the position will have the following: You should be creative, hardworking and have a minimum of 5 years of job experience with strong design and technical software drawing skills. Capable of leading a project from start to finish. Extensive experience with Revit in a professional setting is a requirement. The position requires strong communication skills, time management, and multi-tasking skills as our ideal candidate will lead the design and execution of multiple projects creatively and technically in all phases, from conceptualization to construction administration. While we are flexible to a remote position, we prefer that the applicant be open to move to New Orleans if not in the city, presently.

SALARY RANGE:

$45-52K plus benefits (Healthcare, 401k)

REQUIREMENTS:

5-7 years of professional work experience through all phases of design
An exceptional portfolio of personal + professional work
A passion for, and commitment to design justice + design excellence
Cross-sectional expertise in the arts, planning, urban design, research
A flexible and proactive approach to work as part of a team
A strong desire to develop as a professional and open attitude towards new ways of working.
An ability to express ideas in a clear and effective manner through a variety of media
Well organized, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Capable of detailing and producing construction documents
Experience with consultant coordination
Proficient in REVIT, AutoCAD, Rhino, Sketch-up, V-Ray and Adobe Creative Suites
Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn new digital tools
Degree in Architecture, Master’s degree desirable but not required

APPLY

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DFA Operations Coordinator

Design for America (DFA) trains the next generation of social innovators. For college
students to young professionals, educators and beyond, DFA’s tools, model, and
coaching instills community, encourages creativity, and builds capacity to take on
any challenge.

The Role:
As the DFA Team Coordinator, you help support the day-to-day National team with
studio operations and work directly with colleagues, partners, students, and faculty
members to provide top-notch services. This is a new role. Your initiative enables this
fast-paced team to work more efficiently and effectively. You will help define the
position.

Note: This is a contract-to-hire position. We will consider part-time or full-time. And,
we are ready to begin when you are! We invite you to bring your competitive rate.

What you’re responsible for:

Managing invoices and contracts, coordinating payments, tracking and
reconciling monthly statements, and assisting with budgeting
Supporting the Data Systems Manager with data entry, research, database
upkeep and integrity in Google Drive, CRM, and other platforms
Developing and implementing office policies by setting up standards and
procedures to guide our operations and keep the team organized
Supporting communications and marketing initiatives, including fundraising
campaigns, web and social media
Coordinating team schedules, setting up external meetings, fielding and
responding to inquiries, and in general, keeping the team aligned
Coordinating mailing and shipping for projects, office supplies, and
equipment, more so as we transition to a new physical location

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Supervisory Emergency Management Specialist (Response)

Summary

The ideal candidate for this position will have experience in project management, document development process working collaboratively in an inter-agency environment during a deliberate planning process, field development, and plan implementation. This position starts at a salary of $132,822 (GS-14). Apply for this exciting opportunity to become a member of the Region IX Response Division/Planning Branch team within FEMA.

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Responsibilities

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling on those who want to help protect American interests and secure our Nation. DHS Components work collectively to prevent terrorism; secure borders and our transportation systems; protect the President and other dignitaries; enforce and administer immigration laws; safeguard cyberspace; and ensure resilience to disasters. We achieve these vital missions through a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS.

Duty Station location(s): Oakland, CA

Open to: Merit Promotion – Government-wide

Scheduled closing date: 02/01/2021, OR when 100 applications are received which may be sooner than the closing date.

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2021 United in Design Scholarship Now Open

Union Studio is a nationally practicing architecture and community design firm based in Providence, Rhode Island. Founded in 2001, it is the mission of Union Studio to enrich the lives of people and communities through the design of buildings and places for this generation and the next. Our growing office of 25 architects and urban designers is passionate about the ability of design to transform our built environment for a more equitable future.

SCHOLARSHIP INCLUDES:·     $2,500 academic scholarship paid directly to your current academic institution·     Paid summer internship opportunity for 10-weeks at Union Studio in Providence, Rhode Island·     $2,500 housing assistance in Providence for the duration of the 10-week internship·     Mentor for the Architectural Experience Program (AXP) within the firm

ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS:·     Underrepresented, minority, or LGBTQIA+ students·     Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate architecture, urban design or planning program·     Will begin final year of program of study in Fall 2021·     Legally authorized to work in the United States

SUBMSSION REQUIREMENTS·     Online application·     Resume·     Cover Letter. Please tell us your story and how this scholarship will help you.·     Portfolio showcasing five (5) academic or personal design projects·     Letter of recommendation from a professor in your current program of study

Submission Deadline: Monday, March 1, 2021 at 11:59pm EST

APPLY FOR UNITED IN DESIGN SCHOLARSHIP →

Planning Department Internships Summer 2021

The San Francisco Planning Department is currently looking for sixteen (16) bright and enthusiastic interns to work full time with staff on a variety of planning projects this summer (June 7, 2021 thru Aug. 27, 2021). This will be a rewarding and valuable experience for those interested in the planning field and desire introductory work experience or college credit. Interns will conduct research, collect and analyze data, and prepare draft documents for planning work related to housing, historic and cultural resources, zoning compliance, social and racial equity, COVID recovery, urban design and many more

Program duration is 12 weeks: June 7 to August 27, 2021 – see Poster
Notifications and Selections: made by April 1, 2021.
For questions about the Internship Program: CPC.InternshipProgram@sfgov.org
Application Deadline: Friday, February 26, 2021 at 5PM, PST

For more information, click here.

Coen+Partners Landscape and Design Job Opportunities

Coen+Partners is seeking multiple landscape architects and urban designers, from early-career to senior-level experience, for full time, or long-term contract positions in support of a wide range of regional and global projects. Candidates would support existing and new project teams working on local, regional, and national urban public realm projects, Department of State Bureau of Overseas Building Operations (OBO) Design Excellence projects, and international work that includes a city-wide cycling and pedestrian mobility network and a 22-mile redevelopment corridor that includes highway removal, detailed design of more than 1,000 acres of urban park and recreation space, multiple transit-oriented development districts, comprehensive green and blue infrastructure, and an integrated health and wellness program.

Candidates must be passionate about design and design thinking, proactive problem-solvers, and highly skilled in conceptualizing, developing and implementing sophisticated and complex landscapes and urban design projects. Key responsibilities for these positions will include leading the design of projects in a multi-disciplinary team setting, fostering a collaborative team environment, and supporting the development of new systems and processes to improve project delivery. These positions will be integral in project visioning, client and community engagement, business development, and the long-range growth and diversification of the studio.

Coen+Partners is a highly collaborative design studio that is actively working to push the boundaries of the Landscape Architecture practice. We empower our team to develop design solutions that push beyond best practices, addressing a wide range of civic issues through innovative process, design strategies, and implementation. Our work is rigorous, mission-driven, and constantly evolving.

Applications should include the following:

A cover letter that describes your specific interests in the industry, your background, and your long-range career goals
A resume that clearly identifies years and roles in the industry, past experience, and education (academic and professional
A portfolio of work, identifying for each project your specific role in each stage, the scale and location of the project, the role of the firm (subconsultant or lead), and key lessons learned from the project.

Applications should be sent to sara@coenpartners.com. Please submit applications by March 1, 2021.

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Commonwealth Coastal & Marine Policy Fellowship

Fellowship Description

The Commonwealth Coastal & Marine Policy Fellowship is sponsored by Virginia Sea Grant (VASG) and the Virginia Environmental Endowment (VEE), as well as the participating host offices. Modeled after the highly successful national Sea Grant Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship, the goal of the fellowship is to develop and support exceptional post-graduates by partnering them with a host office mentor where they receive on-the-job training and hone their professional skills, while improving the stewardship of the Commonwealth’s coastal and marine resources. The program also aims to increase the capacity of the host offices by supporting fellows who are working on mission-relevant programs, and leveraging the knowledge and capacity of Virginia’s academic institutions.

VASG is currently recruiting host offices among local and state government agencies, and non-government organizations (NGOs). As an example, previous offices that have participated in the matching process include Virginia’s Department of Environmental Quality, Department of Conservation and Recreation, Marine Resource Commission, and Office of the Secretary of Natural Resources, as well as the Hampton Roads Planning District Commission and The Nature Conservancy’s Virginia Coast Reserve. Previous fellows worked on a range of issues including: the Commonwealth of Virginia’s resilience initiatives, total maximum daily load and water pollution, shoreline erosion, policy improvements for water quality impairments, coastal community resilience, coordinating environmental document reviews and comments, implementation of electronic permitting, and blue crab fisheries management.

Eligibility

Graduate students close to completing their degree (Master’s, Ph.D., or J.D.) in a coastal- or marine-related or relevant field (broadly defined, e.g., natural or social sciences, engineering and design, policy and legal analysis, planning, architecture, business, education, arts and the humanities, etc.) at a Virginia university or college are eligible to apply. Recent graduates who completed their graduate, professional degree or Ph.D. program at a Virginia university or college, graduating in the spring semester 2020 or after, are also eligible. Applicants should demonstrate a strong interest and some experience in coastal or marine resource policy and management (e.g., course work, internships, independent study, etc.). Fellows must complete all degree requirements prior to starting the fellowship.

The fellowship sponsors and hosts are committed to building inclusive research, extension, communication, and education programs that serve people with diverse backgrounds, circumstances, needs, perspectives, and ways of thinking. Diversity includes, but is not limited to, age, race, ethnicity, nationality, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability and/or health status, religion, veteran status, geographic origin, and socio-economic status.

Award Information

VASG and VEE anticipate supporting two to three post-graduate fellows for the 2021 Commonwealth Coastal & Marine Policy Fellowship. The length of the fellowship assignment is 12 months and is nonrenewable. The start date for the fellowship is October 1, 2021. All Commonwealth Coastal & Marine Policy Fellows who are placed in a host office are employees of W&M. Each fellow receives a salary of $35,000 for the 12-month assignment, and $5,000 for critical expenses (e.g., insurance, if needed) and professional development activities (e.g., travel, registration, or other expenses to participate in conferences, workshops, VASG-sponsored professional development training, etc.).

Tentative Fellowship Competition Timeline

Fellowship announcement released: November 2020
Applications due to VASG by 5:00 p.m. Eastern: April 23, 2021
Virtual interviews: June 2021
Notification of finalists: July 2021
Selected finalists interview with host offices: July-August 2021
Fellows notified of placements: Late August 2021
Placements announced: September 2021
Fellowship begins: October 1, 2021

Fellowship ends: September 30, 2022

For more information, click here.

Landscape Architect/Landscape Designer Position

Landschop seeks a landscape architect or landscape designer with 2-6 years of professional experience to join our emerging studio in Falmouth, MA. We are a landscape architecture studio, designing inspired, beautiful, enduring places that adapt to the effects of our changing climate. The ideal candidate has an entrepreneurial mindset, ability to hit the ground running in a startup environment, and capability with all aspects of the design process. Your unique background, knowledge, and perspective are important to us as we seek to build a diverse team.

Qualifications:

· MLA and/or BSLA from an accredited program.

· Minimum two years of experience working in a studio environment.

· Interest and coursework in design for climate change mitigation and adaptation.

· Collaborative mindset and comfort with an iterative design process

· Passion for planting design, and existing knowledge in or willingness to learn about the ecology and plant communities of New England.

· Ability to produce accurate, detailed construction documents.

· Experience working with Rhino, SketchUp, AutoCAD, and Adobe Suite.

Start Date: June 7, 2021 or earlier

Compensation: The minimum salary for this position will be $55,000, increasing based on candidate experience.

About us:

Landschop was founded in June 2019 by Chris Buccino, ASLA, who moved back to his hometown on Cape Cod with a vision of a landscape architecture studio informed by and focused on climate change adaptation. The studio is located in Falmouth, Massachusetts, at the interface between land and sea. Falmouth is home to a vibrant scientific community taking a leadership role in climate research and action, including the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, the Marine Biological Laboratory, and the Woodwell Climate Research Center. Conservation and ecological restoration are also important local values, and the protection of thousands of acres within the town of Falmouth is spearheaded by nonprofit land trusts. Landschop offers full landscape architectural design services, from conceptual design through construction observation. Our current design projects include numerous coastal residential landscapes and a public charter school in Barnstable, MA. We evaluate each design project through the lens of climate change to inform a collaborative team approach that is appropriate to the project site, regional context, and proposed design program. We value work-life balance, involvement in the community, and regional authenticity and exploration. We are glad to help you find housing and settle into this beautiful region.

Applicants should send a resume and portfolio (9MB maximum) to info@landschop.com by February 15, 2021. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.