Jonathan Greene

Experience

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  Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake

  Aug 2010 - Aug 2011

  Volunteer

  • Collude with a team of volunteers in the improvement of at risk neighborhoods and families through renovation of housing and landscapes during local Habitat for Humanity Build Days.• Ensured safe work environments while on job sites by reinforcing organization protocols• Lead and supported fundraising efforts for year-end trip, as well as local charities.• Spent a week in St. Tammany West, Louisiana supporting rebuilding efforts, and reestablishing lives affected by Hurricane Katrina.• Aided skilled construction workers in completing indoor and outdoor commercial and residential construction including finish and rough carpentry. Show less

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  AmeriCorps

  Aug 2011 - May 2013

  Community Fellow

  • Revived an after school, male mentoring program named Big Brothers/ Big Impact at Stetser Elementary School.• Volunteered at local church and community functions such as Make A Difference Day, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, Food Day, and other weekly & monthly community partnerships in the city of Chester.• Obtained weekly leadership training from the Widener University Office of Civic Engagement.• Supported recruitment and retention efforts of Widener student volunteers and served as the primary liaison. Show less

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  Widener University Commonwealth Law School

  Aug 2012 - May 2013

  University Center Building/ Operations Manager

  • Oversaw completion of event setups and maintained setup schedule.• Provided updates to campus community by designing advertising for L.E.D. board.• Developed programming for the university community, to include the athletic department and student organizations.• Supervised building operations and student personnel.• Collaborated with the Student Affairs Division to create an engaging and rewarding collegiate experience.

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  Encore Sustainable Design, LLC

  Jun 2015 - Jan 2016

  Architectural Intern

  • Created three-dimensional building information modeling and two-dimensional construction documentation using software such as AutoCAD, BIM, and Sketch-Up.• Oversaw site visits and field measuring to create freehand sketches and hand drafted site plans that would be made into digital working drawings.• Promote the streamlining of the architectural design process from schematic design through overall completion of projects, including digitization of historical plans for renovations and new construction, and perform redline changes and revisions.• Generate submittal materials, graphics, and applications for historical tax credits and grants using the adobe creative suite of programs.• Produce meetings with building code officials to review construction documentation for approval. Show less

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  Crate & Barrel

  Sept 2015 - Mar 2020

  Merchandising Associate/ Operations Assistant

  • Serve as a store merchandising and operations expert for day to day operations• Synthesized and interpret floor plan drawings to position seasonal and daily displays to optimize sales and customer experience.• Receive and process large-scale inventory and ensure company shrink and loss prevention standards were met accordingly.

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  Morgan State University Technology Summer Studio

  May 2016 - Aug 2016

  Architectural Intern

  • Member of a Student Architecture team tasked with designing and building a showcase at the Baltimore 2016 Artscape.• Lead the site plan development using AutoCAD, created Sketch-Up model, and produced planet templates. • Facilitated the design and implementation of non-commercially available special effects, to include self-manufacturing reflecting surfaces on inflatables using laser cutters and 3D printers and audio and visual effects,• Contributed to the research and development, cost estimates, modeling and simulation, mass production, and testing/modifications for the exhibit.• Achieved the creation of an interactive exhibit that educated and entertained visitors. Show less

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  Ground Roots, Inc.

  Jul 2016 - Jul 2017

  Design Associate

  • Program Manager responsible for ensuring proper execution of the community space design and site builds.• Collaborate with community leaders and residents to establish visions for community spaces, develop alternative solutions and presentation graphics to communicate concepts to the client for approval.• Evolve concepts and renderings, which resulted in two successful grant awards for community spaces.• Maintained project development coincides with regulations imposed by grants and other funding.• Create cost estimates for materials and labor to execute lot rejuvenation projects• Implement all phases of the architectural process to include design projects, programming client needs, conceptual and schematic design development.• Created three-dimensional building information modeling and two-dimensional construction documentation using software such as AutoCAD, BIM, and Sketch-Up.• Reinvented community pride through design of Community Walk Through Theater, which allowed for visual art and performances to be displayed in the neighborhood.• Adhere to strict construction and engineering standards during construction of platforms and stages for performances. Show less

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  Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts

  Jul 2017 - Sept 2017

  Festival Operations Production Assistant

  • Analyze and interpret site plan drawings to position artist and exhibition spaces.• Organize and manage festival spaces to ensure optimal patron and vendor experience.• Identify and resolve problems such as missing signage, exhibit maintenance, and site production with BOPA Staff, Zone Managers, other Production Assistants, festival exhibitors, volunteers, and festival-goers.• Managed back of house Operations and storage spaces in order to facilitate needs of festival staff and exhibitors. Show less

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  RIVERDALE PARK, TOWN OF

  Oct 2017 - Dec 2018

  Neighborhood Improvement Specialist

  • Proactively survey neighborhoods; conduct inspections; identify deficiencies; educate stakeholders; issue orders; negotiate solutions; enforce community standards• Respond to citizen complaints about neighborhood conditions or conditions inside of buildings; determine the appropriate course of action; educate involved parties; issue orders; ensure appropriate follow-up• Systematically inspect residential and commercial properties, report results, manage active caseload• Inspect and monitors development projects under permit; inspects businesses through licensing programs, manages active caseload• Determine that buildings or any other structures and land usage are in conformity with health, safety, and zoning regulations• Liaise with State, County and other Town staff as it relates to regulations such as land-use, zoning, and building codes• Organize and create content for town’s website.• Create and maintains detailed records and reports; including the issuance of fines and corresponding court documents as required• Assist in the design and implementation of educational materials and outreach activities Show less

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  Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

  Dec 2018 - Mar 2022

  -Participates and/or assists in special projects relating to community planning and plan implementation.-Conducts research and analysis of planning trends, with particular reference to creative place making and its role in implementing plan recommendations.Provides planning services in assigned area of the county and urban design, research, and writing support on master plans, sector plans, and area studies.-Reviews and prepares reports on site plans, subdivision and zoning applications to determine compliance with approved community plans.Assists in the facilitation of community meetings and community outreach activities.-Assists with the research, solicitation, compliance, and administration of grants and works with inter-departmental teams to solicit new grant funding.-Conducts planning studies, including oversight of consultants and presentations to the Planning Board or County Council, as needed.-Assists in developing land use regulations and implementing the zoning code. Show less - Provide planning services in assigned area of the county and urban design, research, and writing support on master plans, sector plans, and area studies- Reviews and prepares reports on site plans, subdivision and zoning applications to determine compliance with approved community plans- Assists in the facilitation of community meetings- Meet with public officials, developers, and the public regarding development plans and land use- Gather and analyze economic and environmental studies, censuses, and market research data- Conduct field investigations to analyze factors affecting land use- Present projects to communities, planning officials, and planning commissions- Stay current on zoning or building codes, environmental regulations Show less

  • Senior Planner

    Apr 2020 - Mar 2022

  • Urban Planner

    Dec 2018 - Apr 2020
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  DC Office of Planning

  Jan 2022 - Dec 2022

  Community Planner
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  Capitol Riverfront BID

  Jan 2023 - now

  Manager of Public Realm Operations