What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Planner position at Islamorada, Village of Islands?
Performs professional and technical work in the current planning, long-range planning, and/or environmental resource planning programs, including conducting planning studies; collecting and presenting data, providing information, and advising the public in person.
Review and process development applications, including but not limited to variances, use permits, site plan approval, text amendments, Comprehensive Plan amendments and plat approvals, from acceptance to issuance of final permit. Interprets, explains and enforces provisions of Village Codes, Comprehensive Plan, Florida Statutes, applicable laws and regulations, and other policies and standards to potential applicants and the public. Reviews building permit and construction plans applications for conformity to the Land Development Regulations and Comprehensive Plan. Conducts research studies and prepares reports and recommendations regarding land use, zoning, urban design, population trends, transportation, housing, air quality, redevelopment, emergency response, and other community service needs. Prepares a variety of written communications, including analytical reports and correspondence.
Makes oral and graphic presentations or prepares materials for presentation to the Village Council, Local Planning Agency, and community groups. Conducts fieldwork and site inspections for permitting and compliance with development orders. Responsible for managing multiple complex projects.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, Geography, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, or other closely related field; supplemented by seven (7) years’ experience that includes urban planning, site plan review, and community development, preferably in a municipal environment; Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.
Review and process development applications, including but not limited to variances, use permits, site plan approval, text amendments, Comprehensive Plan amendments and plat approvals, from acceptance to issuance of final permit. Interprets, explains and enforces provisions of Village Codes, Comprehensive Plan, Florida Statutes, applicable laws and regulations, and other policies and standards to potential applicants and the public. Reviews building permit and construction plans applications for conformity to the Land Development Regulations and Comprehensive Plan. Conducts research studies and prepares reports and recommendations regarding land use, zoning, urban design, population trends, transportation, housing, air quality, redevelopment, emergency response, and other community service needs. Prepares a variety of written communications, including analytical reports and correspondence.
Makes oral and graphic presentations or prepares materials for presentation to the Village Council, Local Planning Agency, and community groups. Conducts fieldwork and site inspections for permitting and compliance with development orders. Responsible for managing multiple complex projects.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, Geography, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, or other closely related field; supplemented by seven (7) years’ experience that includes urban planning, site plan review, and community development, preferably in a municipal environment; Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.
Salary : $75,000 - $90,000