Program Specialist Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC)
Company: Diversity@Workplace Consulting Group
Location: Boston
Posted on: October 20, 2024
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Job Description:
The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) seeks a Program
Specialist to implement regional programs to enhance public safety
in Greater Boston, with a particular focus on helping the region
prepare for and respond to natural or human-caused disasters
through work on behalf of the Northeast Homeland Security Regional
Advisory Council (NERAC), as well as preventing violence by or
against youth and advancing equity in the criminal justice system
through work on behalf of the Metropolitan Mayors Community Safety
Initiative (CSI). The Specialist will work with other MAPC
departments and staff, state and local officials, first responders,
community-based prevention partners, academic researchers, and
others to advance programs and projects that enhance the safety of
people who live, work, play, and learn in the MAPC region and
beyond. The Specialist will be a member of the Public Safety
Division in the Municipal Collaboration Department, reporting
directly to the Director of Municipal Collaboration.
About MAPC:
MAPC is the Regional Planning Agency (RPA) serving the people who
live and work in metropolitan Boston. Our strategic priorities
involve sustainable development, advancing equity, regional
collaboration, and creating a climate-friendly region. We are
guided by our regional plan MetroCommon2050: Shaping the Region
Together.MAPC's staff includes approximately 100 full-time
employees located in downtown Boston in a transit-accessible and
bike-friendly office.
MAPC has a hybrid schedule, combining time in the office with
remote work. Employees must reside within a commutable distance
from MAPC's Boston office.
MAPC strongly supports the professional development of each staff
person, believing their growth to be consistent with the best
interests of MAPC and the region. We encourage all our staff to
develop new ideas to make MAPC's planning and policy work more
relevant and impactful, and to adapt to changing times.
This is an opportunity to work in a dynamic, interdisciplinary, and
innovative environment with professionals who are committed to
building a more sustainable and equitable future for everyone who
lives and works in Greater Boston. For more information about MAPC
or MetroCommon2050, please visit www.mapc.org
About the Department:
The Municipal Collaboration Department works to make our
communities safer and more resilient, improve the quality and
efficiency of municipal services, modernize the operation of local
governments, help individual municipalities to resolve local
problems, increase coordination among municipalities to address
common challenges, and procure goods and services collectively for
the benefit of our cities and towns. By leveraging federal, state,
regional, and local funding, the services we provide can vary over
time to meet changing needs.
The Public Safety Division within the Department provides program
facilitation and management to NERAC, helping the region to enhance
public safety and prepare for natural or human-caused disasters.
The Division also brings together regional law enforcement and
prevention partners to combat youth violence and gang involvement
through law enforcement, job training, and after-school
programs.
RESPONSIBILITIES
This is a writing-intensive position that works in collaboration
with other staff members to implement federal and state grants and
manage projects that serve to enhance regional homeland security
preparedness and public safety efforts and decrease violence
against youth. This position also collaborates with other
departments across the agency, specifically the Public Health team,
on specialized projects to advance equitable and innovative
health-focused public safety initiatives, including how best to
address the substance use disorder crisis. The Specialist must
understand and be able to work within complex systems such as
emergency preparedness, criminal justice, education, and social
services, and understand data collection and analysis
protocols.
Specific duties will include:
- Draft and ensure the completeness of approval documents, scopes
of services, and equipment specifications for grant funded
projects;
- Coordinate and facilitate meetings that bring together grant
stakeholders to determine funding and project priorities to bolster
the safety and security of area communities;
- Work with stakeholders to research and develop project ideas and
plans to meet identified gaps in emergency preparedness, public
safety, and youth empowerment efforts;
- Monitor grant budgets and review, adjust, and process requests
from stakeholders for reimbursement of grant approved expenses;
- Develop and regularly track performance metrics to evaluate how
grant funded projects meet their objectives;
- Gather data and information for grant projects and complete state
and federally required reports;
- Develop policies and procedures for grant funded equipment and
programs;
- Schedule events to include identifying appropriate facilities,
registration of attendees, and other logistics; and
- Research grant opportunities and draft grant applications to
expand opportunities to improve emergency preparedness and public
safety in the region.
Evening events, occasional weekend events, and travel throughout
Massachusetts (approximately 1-2 times per month) are a
responsibility for this position. MAPC does not require that you
have a vehicle; however, you must have a valid driver's license
and/or the ability to arrange transportation to meetings in
different parts of the region. MAPC provides support for travel,
including MBTA passes, a Zipcar account, and BlueBikes
membership.
QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates for this position should have a Bachelor's degree and a
minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience OR a Master's degree
and 1 year of relevant work experience.
The successful applicant will demonstrate all or most of the
following skills:
- Ability to work with diverse communities and to focus on
advancing equity in the implementation of public safety
programs;
- Knowledge of federal and/or state government grant processes and
systems;
- Ability to proactively set priorities and multi-task without
compromising attention to detail;
- Excellent time management, organizational, and project management
skills;
- Strong written and verbal communications skills with the ability
to tailor messages to specific audiences;
- Ability to analyze and solve problems independently in a
resourceful and innovative manner;
- Ability to effectively communicate and work within grant specific
policies and procedures;
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines;
- Ability to work with a wide variety of stakeholders and in a team
environment;
- A professional demeanor and a positive "can do" attitude, with
high public service standards;
- Willingness to perform administrative functions as needed, such
as filing, photocopying, and database management; and
- Advanced computer skills including working with MS Word, MS
Excel, MS Outlook and Adobe.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Compensation and Benefits:
The salary ranges from $63,000 - $70,000, depending on
qualifications and experience. This is a full-time exempt position.
MAPC offers excellent Massachusetts state employee benefits as well
as a flexible, supportive, and family-friendly work environment and
a commitment to continued professional development.
How to Apply:
Apply online at www.mapc.org/jobs. The position is open until
filled, and applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume.
Candidates selected to interview will be asked to submit three (3)
references plus a sample of relevant writing or work product.
Candidates must have legal authorization to work in the USA and a
valid driver's license and/or the ability to arrange transportation
to meetings in different parts of the region. MAPC participates in
E-Verify, which is a federal program that helps us to determine
work eligibility in the United States.
MAPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that a staff with
a range of perspectives, experiences, and skillsets strengthens our
work. We are committed to building a more equitable workplace that
allows staff with diverse backgrounds and identities to thrive,
grow, and lead. For more information on MAPC's culture of equity,
see ourEquity at MAPCpage.
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