Planner II - Planning Services

About the Role

The Planner II (Long Range) position supports a wide range of planning activities within the Planning and Development Department, Long Range Planning Division. This mid-level role involves professional-level duties and judgment with fewer routine administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Long Range Work Program by developing planning studies and reports for new and updated plans, programs, and regulations.
• Reviews or assists in reviewing moderately difficult development proposals and site plans for conformance with codes, plans, and regulations.
• Prepares and presents detailed reports on development proposals to government bodies.
• Collects statistical data and prepares reports and maps on topics such as census information, land use, tax base data, and occupancy rates.
• Acts as a liaison between community groups, government agencies, developers, and elected officials in developing neighborhood plans.
• Coordinates community review of public and private development projects.
• Provides information to the public regarding development regulations.
• Assists in resolving citizen and customer issues.
• Oversees the work of consultants and interns.
• Conducts field evaluations and assessments.
• Attends evening and weekend meetings.
• Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of general planning law principles and practices at the local, regional, and state levels of government.
• Knowledge of basic urban design and land use concepts.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of research and data collection.
• Demonstrated skill in visual communication and physical design.
• Ability to apply statistical, algebraic, or geometric knowledge practically.
• Ability to create and present ideas and findings clearly and concisely in written, oral, and graphic form.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department heads, outside agencies, and the general public.
• Ability to participate in planning studies and multiple projects simultaneously; work independently or in a team environment.
• Ability to balance details with big-picture goals and vision.
• Ability to interpret applicable legislation, rules, and codes.
• Proficiency in computer software commonly used in the planning profession, such as MS Office Suite, GIS, Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat Pro), AutoCAD, Community Viz, and SketchUp or similar visualization tools.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s Degree in a related discipline OR a Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of two (2) years of professional urban and regional planning experience.
• Master’s Degree in a related field is preferred.
• Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license.

Physical Requirements

Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written, and visual communication.