Director of Land Use & Planning

Job Description

Manhattan Borough President-elect Brad Hoylman-Sigal seeks a Director of Land Use & Planning be part of his new team. The Director will be part of the Office of the Manhattan Borough President’s (MBPO) senior team and will report to the Chief of Staff.

The Director of Land Use and Planning will be responsible for executing the MBPO’s urban development agenda in partnership with the senior team, including reviewing and advising the MBPO’s course of action for each project that falls under ULURP. The Director will manage all aspects of the Borough President's land use and planning team, including leading a unit of urban planners and other professional staff. 

The ideal candidate for this position will have advanced knowledge of planning concepts and the unique land use challenges and opportunities of New York City, the ability to conduct in depth analysis of all land use and planning issues coming before the MBPO, experience conducting negotiations, strong written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and a deep commitment to the issues affecting Manhattan and its resident.

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Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:  

• Envision and execute the MBPO’s urban development agenda in partnership with MBPO Senior Team;  

• Oversee the review and evaluation of land use proposals to the City Planning Commission, Landmark Preservation Commission, Board of Standards and Appeals, and other government entities, as well as the development of recommendations that are consistent with the Borough President’s priorities, sound planning principles, analysis of environmental impacts, and community concerns;

• Supervise and manage relationships with all Land Use & Planning Unit personnel, including creating work plans, setting deadlines, providing technical and policy guidance to planners in order to ensure high-quality and timely review of land use proposals;

• In coordination with the Director of Community Affairs, provide land use and planning technical support for Community Boards, constituents, and advocacy groups as needed;  

• Guide planners on special projects or reports, including creating outlines, data analysis, and managing progress of assigned projects;

• Liaise with other office Units as necessary, including coordinating with Communications Unit on press quotes, talking points, and other public facing materials  

• Prepare land use policy reports, briefing materials, and testimony;

• Represent the Borough President on other Boards and advisory councils as appropriate, as well as in meetings with developers, advocates, community groups and other interested parties;

• Represent the MBPO at events and meetings throughout the borough in advancement of its agenda.

The salary range for this role is $100,000-120,000, commensurate with experience.

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We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. People from all walks of life are encouraged to apply. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.