APA New Jersey
The New Jersey Chapter of the American Planning Association empowers planners and communities by advocating for excellence in planning, fostering citizen engagement, and providing the tools and resources needed to navigate growth and change. Through education, advocacy, and philanthropy, we advance the art and science of planning to build more sustainable, equitable, and vibrant communities.
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JOB LISTINGS
Zoning Officer
City of Hoboken, New Jersey
Manager, Safety Planning
Newark, New Jersey
Planning Assistant Intern
Township, New Jersey
Senior Planner – Transportation
Somerville, New Jersey
Principal Planner – Resiliency
New Brunswick, New Jersey
Senior Planner – Resiliency
New Brunswick, New Jersey
Data Analyst & Community Engagement Coordinator
Jersey City, New Jersey
Senior Management Specialist
Queens, New York
UPCOMING EVENTS
Local Public Finance for Planners
You may know a little about how local governments raise and spend money, but do you realize how closely aligned it is to planning work? This session will cover the basics of local public finance and explain why it matters to planners.
Digital Accessibility Requirements for Counties: Understanding WCAG 2.1 Level AA
This webinar will provide planners and local government professionals with an overview of WCAG 2.1 Level AA, clarify what types of digital content are covered, and examine how accessibility requirements intersect with planning, communications, and public‑facing service delivery.
Future-Ready: Transforming Carbon Challenges into Solutions in New Jersey
Join USGBC New Jersey for a Transformation Forum exploring practical tools, resources and strategies to cut emissions, boost market value, and position your portfolio for an ultra-low-carbon future.
Sustainable, Resilient Streets and Trails
The presentation will discuss sustainability and resilience in the context of multimodal transportation, with consideration for stormwater management, conversion of impervious to pervious surfaces, heat mitigation and trees, and user experience.
Does Levittown Matter?
This session will explore their impact on suburban development and mixed legacy over the last 8 decades. It will cover Levittown's history (including several riots), its positive and negative planning legacies, and its role as both a model for suburbia and a cautionary tale about car dependency, discrimination and racial intolerance.
