Welcome
The American Planning Association Massachusetts Chapter (APA-MA) is an official Chapter of the American Planning Association (APA). We are a 1,100-plus member organization of professional planners and planning officials who serve Massachusetts communities in many ways, at all levels of government, the private sector and not-for-profit organizations.
Mission
The mission of the Massachusetts Chapter of the American Planning Association is to enhance and support planning in Massachusetts through education, advocacy, outreach, communication, and provision of services & resources to members and the larger planning community, in a manner that maximizes diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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2024 APA-MA Annual Awards - Registration Open!!
It's time again to recognize and celebrate recent planning success stories and those who make a difference in the planning profession! Please join us for the 2024 APA-MA Annual Awards! Celebrate the holiday season and honor innovative planning projects and professionals across Massachusetts.
Awards will be presented on Friday, December 13th, 12:00 pm at the Publick House, Sturbridge, MA. Please be sure to register by noon, Wednesday December 4th. This event always sells out so register early! Walk-ins are discouraged.
Hope to see you there!
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Announcements
Fall 2024 Issue of Massachusetts Planning!
Here’s the Fall 2024 Issue of Massachusetts Planning! We hope you enjoy this issue and find the articles interesting, informative and useful. As always, your comments and suggestions are …Read More »Accessory Dwelling Units under the Affordable Homes Act! – View the August 27th session!
The APA-MA Housing & Community Development Committee is offered two information sessions about the new Zoning Act exemption for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU). Session 1, …Read More »NPC25: Call for Proposals!
Get Ready for NPC25: Call for Proposals Opens July 31! Get Ready! The Call for Proposals for NPC25 opens on July 31! This is a …Read More »
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Job Opportunities
Transportation Planner 2 – State of Connecticut Department of Transportation
The State of Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is currently recruiting for a (Transportation Planner 2), in the Environmental Resources Compliance Unit of the Office of Environmental Planning. This position is within the Bureau of Policy and Planning, at our Headquarters, located in Newington CT. For more information or to …Read More »Connecticut Careers Trainee – State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation
The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is currently recruiting for a Connecticut Careers Trainee position, with a target class of Transportation Planner 1, within the Bureau of Policy & Planning, Roadway Information Systems Office, Roadway Inventory Unit. The position is located at the Department of Transportation Headquarters in …Read More »Project Manager or Engineer – Western Connecticut Council of Governments
Project Manager or Engineer (part-time; or fulltime with a 35-hour work week) Salary Range: Fulltime salary is $70,000-$100,000 (depending on qualifications) with a competitive benefits package. Part-time salary range is prorated. Location: Hybrid work environment in Sandy Hook, CT Closing Date: Open until filled or closed About WestCOG The Western …Read More »Executive Director – Brookline Housing Authority
The Brookline Housing Authority (BHA) seeks an Executive Director. The BHA is an established and innovative public housing agency in the Town of Brookline, MA. The Brookline Housing Authority’s mission is to provide low-income families, seniors, and people of all abilities with safe, decent, accessible, and affordable places to live …Read More »Project Manager – City of Cambridge
The City of Cambridge is seeking a Project Manager to be responsible for managing the implementation of safety and mobility improvements on city streets. This Project Manager will oversee multiple projects, ensuring that they meet the City’s engineering design standards, are effectively communicated, and are implemented on time and within …Read More »Administrative Services Coordinator – Pioneer Valley Planning Commission
The Pioneer Valley Planning Commission is seeking candidates for an Administrative Services Coordinator. The ideal candidate is a team player, works well under pressure, is organized and exercises sound judgment within their areas of responsibility. The application deadline is Monday, December 2, 2024. We will begin interviewing candidates before the …Read More »RFP – Study for Improving City-Supported Mobility – City of Watertown
The City of Watertown (Massachusetts) invites proposals from qualified individuals/firms for a Study for Improving City-Supported Mobility. Qualified individuals/firms are requested to submit their proposals to the Procurement Department, Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, in accordance with the instructions contained within its Request for Proposals (RFP). Qualified …Read More »Director of Community Development – Town of Orange
The Town of Orange Community Development office is seeking a full-time Director. Position operates under the direction of the Town Administrator and is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, integrating, and coordinating all Town of Orange Planning and Community & Economic Development initiatives and activities. The Town of Orange offers a …Read More »Planning Administrative Assistant – Town of Norwell
Town of Norwell seeks an organized, detail oriented and accomplished part-time (22.5 hours/week) Administrative Assistant to perform complex clerical, administrative support and recording duties in support of the Planning Department, the Director of Planning & Community Development and the Planning Board. This is a SEIU 888, Local 1700 position. Hourly …Read More »Regional Plan of Conservation and Development – Connecticut Metropolitan Council of Governments
MetroCOG is seeking a firm to assist with the development of the Regional Plan of Conservation and Development. The link for the RFP can be found here: https://metrocog-website.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/Website+Content/RFP/RPOCD+RFP_10.31.24.pdfRead More »Transportation Planner I or II – NMCOG
Category: Full Time Professional (Exempt) Supervisor: The Transportation Planner works under the general direction of the Executive Director and the supervision of the Deputy Director Salary Range: $65,000-$85,000 depending on qualifications and experience The Northern Middlesex Council of Governments is one of thirteen regional planning agencies within Massachusetts. Formed under …Read More »Land Use and Comprehensive Planning Principal Planner – CMRPC
The Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission (CMRPC) seeks candidates for a full-time (37.5 hours/week) Principal Planner, Land Use and Comprehensive Planning position. The ideal candidate will serve as a key member of the agency’s community planning program, which includes land use, comprehensive and master planning, and housing verticals. The planner …Read More »
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