Derek Shooster
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City of Everett
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United States
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Government Administration
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1 - 100 Employee
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Appointed Member - Board of Appeals
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Nov 2022 - Present
Everett, Massachusetts, United States The Board of Appeals is responsible to hear and decide appeals in accordance with Massachusetts General Law (MGL) 40A, applications for special permits, and variances upon which the Board is empowered to act. The Board is also responsible to hear and decide petitions for variances, and special permits based on zoning denial letters from the building inspector.
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MassDOT
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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STIP Coordinator
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Jul 2021 - Present
Boston, Massachusetts, United States Coordinate development and implementation of the Commonwealth's State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) on behalf of MassDOT and the MBTA, a crucial component of the annual Capital Investment Plan (CIP).
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Regional Planning Coordinator
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Jan 2019 - Present
Boston, Massachusetts Transportation Planner on MPO Activities Team in MassDOT's Office of Transportation Planning (OTP), including the following tasks: - MPO Liaison to the North Shore regions (Northern Middlesex & Merrimack Valley), South Shore regions (Cape Cod, Old Colony, & SE Mass) and Islands (Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket) on performance of 3C Planning Program responsibilities. - OTP Coordinator of Federal Lands Access Program (FLAP), National Scenic Byways Program (NSBP), and Congestion Mitigation &… Show more Transportation Planner on MPO Activities Team in MassDOT's Office of Transportation Planning (OTP), including the following tasks: - MPO Liaison to the North Shore regions (Northern Middlesex & Merrimack Valley), South Shore regions (Cape Cod, Old Colony, & SE Mass) and Islands (Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket) on performance of 3C Planning Program responsibilities. - OTP Coordinator of Federal Lands Access Program (FLAP), National Scenic Byways Program (NSBP), and Congestion Mitigation & Air Quality (CMAQ) program. - Project Lead on Future of the Commonwealth Curb Research Program.
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Chair
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Nov 2017 - May 2021
Manchester, NH Bike Manchester wants more people riding bicycles in Manchester, New Hampshire, more often. We celebrate bicycling in the city and promote it by advocating for better bicycle infrastructure and safe bicycle riding. Role also includes applications for grants, coordinating events for National Bike Month (May), and overseeing the Manchester Bike Share program.
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Associate Planner
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Jun 2017 - Dec 2018
Manchester, NH • Economic Development: Administer Becoming Age-Friendly initiative, facilitate community meetings, analyze socioeconomic data, author grant applications, plan for Manchester Connects, monitor certified sites program • Land Use Planning: Plan for hazard mitigation in multiple communities, review site plans, facilitate master plan process, update Capital Improvements Plan, coordinate projects of 14 municipalities in Southern NH • Transportation Planning: Advocate/plan for safe… Show more • Economic Development: Administer Becoming Age-Friendly initiative, facilitate community meetings, analyze socioeconomic data, author grant applications, plan for Manchester Connects, monitor certified sites program • Land Use Planning: Plan for hazard mitigation in multiple communities, review site plans, facilitate master plan process, update Capital Improvements Plan, coordinate projects of 14 municipalities in Southern NH • Transportation Planning: Advocate/plan for safe bike/pedestrian facilities, update transportation models, diagram collision data, monitor traffic patterns, calculate trip generation rates, co-author reports, assess high- crash locations, review funding prioritization, lead all social media outreach on transportation programs
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Assistant Planner
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Sep 2016 - May 2017
Manchester, NH Land Use Planning: local/regional technical assistance, hazard mitigation, site plan review, master plan development, and regional coordination among 14 municipalities in Southern NH. Transportation Planning: diagram collision data, monitor traffic patterns, update local trip generation rates, write/edit reports, update future model, and review funding prioritization. Economic Development: Certified Sites, Becoming Age-Friendly program, comprehensive data analysis/interpretation… Show more Land Use Planning: local/regional technical assistance, hazard mitigation, site plan review, master plan development, and regional coordination among 14 municipalities in Southern NH. Transportation Planning: diagram collision data, monitor traffic patterns, update local trip generation rates, write/edit reports, update future model, and review funding prioritization. Economic Development: Certified Sites, Becoming Age-Friendly program, comprehensive data analysis/interpretation, grant writing. Becoming Age-Friendly program: meet and work with local businesses to assess ways of improving age-friendliness for seniors and millennials. Bike Manchester: organization that promotes, educates, and advocates for more bike-friendly programs and facilities in Greater Manchester.
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CHARLESGATE
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United States
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Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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Real Estate Associate
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Jul 2012 - Aug 2016
Boston, MA Facilitate lease agreements between tenants and landlords; educate customers about Boston’s real estate market; monitor apartment inventory throughout the city; assist the property management team as needed; author the "BostON The Horizon" blog series.
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Property Manager
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Aug 2013 - Dec 2014
Greater Boston Area At Charlesgate Property Management, we go beyond the basic expectations of rent collection and timely bill payment. As every building is unique, we custom tailor our management package based upon the needs of each property and client. Our priorities are focused on ensuring timely service, maintaining and improving the building structure and systems, and maximizing the property value. We accomplish this through knowledgeable professionals, state-of-the-art technology, and by offering experienced… Show more At Charlesgate Property Management, we go beyond the basic expectations of rent collection and timely bill payment. As every building is unique, we custom tailor our management package based upon the needs of each property and client. Our priorities are focused on ensuring timely service, maintaining and improving the building structure and systems, and maximizing the property value. We accomplish this through knowledgeable professionals, state-of-the-art technology, and by offering experienced advice. Our proactive property management approach and extensive expertise keeps our clients’ building running efficiently and those living in it happy and content. Through our online portals, landlords and tenants can access documents and review accounts to ensure things are going smoothly, If the unexpected arises, our resources including in-house emergency response staff and reputable contractors, are available 24/7 to solve any problems. Show less
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Northeastern University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Husky Ambassador (Tour Guide)
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Apr 2009 - May 2012
Greater Boston Area Given nearly 400 campus tours of Northeastern University to several thousand prospective students and their families.
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Research Co-Op
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Jul 2011 - Dec 2011
Developed useful data reports from US Census 2010 data, researched facts for the Mayor's office, prepared several profiles detailing Boston's industries, fulfilled duties required by the BRA's Research Division.
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International Student Advisor
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Jul 2010 - Dec 2010
Thessaloniki, Greece Managed multiple projects and responsibilities; advised 96 freshmen studying abroad; enforced residential policies and procedures; offered teaching assistance to global experience class; graded students’ assignments and blogs.
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Concierge
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Jul 2009 - Jun 2010
Provided highest quality concierge services to residents at Boston’s high-end Bryant Back Bay condominiums.
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U.S. Census Bureau
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Address Canvasser
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Apr 2009 - May 2009
Boston, MA Collected and confirmed residential information for 2010 Census, corresponded information via hand-held computers
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Information Booth Supervisor
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Nov 2003 - Dec 2008
Pompano Beach, FL Oversaw duties of mall’s information booth, expedited shoppers’ needs, transposed data, and answered phone calls
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Education
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Boston University
Master's degree, City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning -
Northeastern University
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology, Urban Studies -
North Broward Preparatory
High School Diploma -
The Island School