Professional planning work of moderate difficulty characterized by increasingly specialized knowledge of the planning field and a more elevated level of required duties and responsibilities compared to the Planner I, with less immediate supervision. The employee in this position performs detailed technical work in reviewing requests for information and submissions for development activity to enforce adherence to the Land Development Regulations set forth by the City Commission. Typical scheduled hours of work are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional overtime may be required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

· Conducts review of various development applications including plats, permits, site plans, construction plans, annexation petitions, variance requests, re-zonings, comprehensive plan amendments, and others as assigned.

· Assists with reviewing, drafting and updating ordinances for annexations, rezoning and comprehensive plan amendments.

· Assists with updates and maintenance of Comprehensive Plan, Special Area Plans and Land Development Regulations and associated funding mechanisms (grants) to implement those plans.

· Assists in the implementation of land use strategies to promote economic and community development/redevelopment for efficient land use consistent with the City’s goals, including community facilities for current and projected needs.

· May attend evening and/or weekend meetings and community events as assigned.

· Researches, prepares, and directs special studies and reports in areas that may include land use, urban design, housing, conservation, transportation, community facilities, demographic and socioeconomic and/or physical conditions.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

· Well-developed knowledge of planning principles and practices, including redevelopment, site plan review, and long-range planning.

· Ability to interpret and administer, within delegated authority, applicable legislation, rules and regulations and deliver communications to various customers in a tactful and effective manner.

· Knowledge of principles, methodology, and practices of research and data collection.

· Knowledge of computer hardware and software programs, including Microsoft Office suite, Internet applications, and database management. Skill in presenting (written and verbal) technical information to the general public and various Boards and Commissions in a clear and concise manner.

· Must possess or obtain a valid Florida driver’s license and satisfactory driving recor

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

A Master’s degree in Urban Planning or a closely-related field and two years’ experience is preferred. Bachelor’s degree in similar fields with direct exposure (through course work, internships, employment, etc.) and four years’ experience will be considered. A combination of experience, education, and training which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities may also be considered in qualifying a candidate.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $54,694.53 - $82,041.57 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Work Location: In person