Levin Careers

The career listings below provide students and alumni with access to information that comes into the Levin College of Public Affairs and Education. CSU students are encouraged to use Handshake, through the University's Office of Career Services.

Levin College occasionally receives job announcements which may be of interest to our students and graduates. As announcements are received, they will be posted below. Job announcements are also posted on our LinkedIn page (except for job postings for the Levin School of Public Affairs which are posted on the School's LinkedIn page). For more information about a particular position, please contact the associated organization directly. 

All jobs are posted for informational purposes only and at the discretion of Levin College. Postings may be denied or removed without notice. Levin makes no guarantee as to the completeness / correctness of the information listed below. We cannot guarantee the reliability or character of the listing from an employer. We cannot be responsible for potential disputes or contractual difficulties. We strongly advise applicants to research and screen potential employers carefully.

Employers: Have a job posting to add? Please send it to Sharon Bliss at s.bliss@csuohio.edu.

Also see our External Scholarships and Opportunities listings.

Levin College Job Opportunity Listings

Posting Date: 5/14/2025
Position: Planner 1
Company/Organization: Department of Environmental Services, Ashtabula County Commissioners
School / Department: Urban Affairs

Under the general supervision of the Director, the Planner I will:
• Provide information on planning, land use, and zoning to the various audiences
• Prepare cases for inclusion on the Planning Commission agenda
• Meet with the public, developers, and surveyors regarding subdivision designs, review subdivision plans, ensure compliance with subdivision regulations
• Review and coordinate plan approval with other agencies; review amendments to existing and proposed legislation and recommend action to be taken
• Project management, preparing and submitting grant proposals, and monitoring department and contractor activities.

Application Deadline: 6/13/2025

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Posting Date: 5/13/2025
Position: Real Estate Diversity Initiative (REDI) Assistant
Company/Organization: Urban Land Institute Cleveland
School / Department: All
Job Type: Temporary Part Time Job | August–December 2025

The Real Estate Diversity Initiative (REDI) is a 13-week professional development program that introduces women, people of color, and LGBTQ+ individuals to the fundamentals of real estate development. Held weekly at The Foundry, the program supports up to 30 selected participants with in-person instruction, guest speakers, and community-building.

The REDI Assistant will provide essential support to the Executive Director through on-site logistics, administrative tasks, and participant communications.

Application Deadline: N/A, however program dates are August–December 2025.

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Posting Date: 5/01/2025
Position: Scholars for Conservation Leadership Program
Company/Organization: Land Trust Alliance
School / Department: Urban Affairs

The  Scholars for Conservation Leadership Program is a career and leadership development program designed to expand opportunities for students to pursue careers in natural resource management and conservation. The program emphasizes an equitable and community-centered approach to conservation.

This professional development program offers a range of opportunities for rising college seniors to:

• Learn about career tracks and career development directly from practitioners who represent a wide spectrum of professional roles and institutions in this sector.
• Pair with mentors from the land conservation community who can offer advice and assistance to students as they navigate the Scholars Program and beyond.
• Participate in Rally: The National Land Conservation Conference, the largest gathering of conservation practitioners in the country, including workshops, seminars, trainings and networking events.
• Build community with a cohort of other students from across the country interested in exploring a career in this sector.
• Qualify to apply for a paid, year-long fellowship (post-graduation) with a land conservation organization to gain on-the-job experience at a critical time in their academic and early career. 

Application Deadline: 5/31/2025

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Posting Date: 4/24/2025
Position: Housing Court Specialist
Company/Organization: City of Cleveland
School / Department: Criminology and Urban Affairs

Under the supervision of the Chief Housing Court Specialist, the Housing Court Specialist will be trained to assist constituents with landlord-tenant-related issues. Housing Specialists are Ohio Supreme Court-trained and certified court mediators who assist in third-party/neutral conflict resolution. In addition, the Housing Court Specialist will be trained as a certified community control officer for the Court’s criminal docket and will be expected to manage an assigned caseload meant to ensure individuals comply with court orders regarding property maintenance, state, and local laws regarding properties owned in the City of Cleveland and Bratenahl. 

Application Deadline: 5/30/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

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Posting Date: 4/24/2025
Position: Director of Communications
Company/Organization: City of Cleveland
School / Department: Communication

The Director of Communication is responsible for managing and directing Housing Court’s internal and external communications. The Director of Communication creates and implements communication strategies and serves as the key spokesperson and media contact for Housing Court. The Director of Communication contributes to fulfilling Housing Court’s mission by organizing and implementing Housing Court’s public-information activities to provide timely and accurate information in matters of public interest.

Application Deadline: 5/15/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

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