PLANNER (PORT EVERGLADES)

This job announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received and may close at any time.

About the Role

Performs advanced professional planning work in the conduct of planning activities and operations. Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences. This position serves as a professional and technical resource for activities that support the Port's planning goals and objectives, ensuring they are thoroughly coordinated with local, regional, and state partners and plans to obtain funding for capital projects. The role interfaces with regulatory agencies such as the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), and Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) regarding Port-related planning and compliance issues.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the research and preparation of annual work programs and budget.
• Prepares capital grant applications and writes and administers capital and transportation-related grants.
• Assists with long- and short-range planning, including comprehensive planning, economic impact analyses, parking and traffic analysis, and current planning for the Port.
• Consults, coordinates, and advises other departments, units, and sections on planning-related projects as assigned.
• Coordinates and makes presentations at public meetings as assigned.
• Supports the Enterprise Assistant Director of Seaport Planning and Capital Grants in ensuring Port planning goals and objectives are accomplished.
• Assists with planning studies concerning trends and programs for Port development; processes, analyzes, and evaluates data.
• Assists with the preparation and development of the Port Master Vision Plans.
• Coordinates all activities with assigned contracts and grants.
• Executes, develops, and implements planning work related to urban planning (comprehensive planning, demographics, and GIS).
• Receives, routes, and responds to plan review requests; coordinates the review process; maintains databases and plan files.
• Responds to co-worker, contractor, and citizen requests regarding plans, policies, standards, projects, and inspections.
• Writes technical staff reports for County Commission agenda items related to plats, including analysis and recommendations to ensure compliance with the Broward County Land Development Code.
• Conducts development review for front counter/e-permits, assessing and collecting impact fees to ensure compliance with plat restrictions/conditions of approval.
• Serves as agency analyst regarding proposed land development legislation, coordinates with other agencies, and works directly with lobbyists to support or oppose pending legislation.
• Receives, schedules, and provides punch lists for pavement marking and signs, school flashers, signals, and communications inspections; determines project readiness for agency acceptance.
• Manages projects in unincorporated neighborhoods; develops policies, goals, and programs for unincorporated areas of Broward County.
• Attends Central County Home Owner Association meetings; manages the Central County Community Redevelopment Agency website; prepares meeting packages.
• Prepares and submits airport airspace studies and categorical exclusions for on-airport projects; assists in the development of aircraft gate parking and apron layouts.
• Assists in the general management of section operations; creates and maintains GIS datasets; provides GIS products and analysis for decision-making.
• Implements and administers comprehensive planning functions in compliance with state statute requirements.
• Reviews current literature and developments in urban planning; provides recommendations to project leaders.

Core Responsibilities

• Master Planning: Developing long-range (10–30 year) master plans for port expansion and infrastructure improvements.
• Land Use & Zoning: Analyzing and applying land-use policies and zoning regulations to port property.
• Economic Forecasting: Preparing trade forecasts and market studies to predict future container throughput and facility needs.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring all development projects comply with environmental laws and maritime regulations.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Liaising with city agencies, government entities (e.g., FDOT Seaport Office), and community groups.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in urban planning, Economics, GIS, geography, or a closely related field.
• Ability to secure and maintain a Port Identification Badge and a Transportation Worker’s Identification Card (TWIC).
• Possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in GIS and spatial analysis.
• Graduate degree in Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, or Economics.
• AICP certification.
• 3+ years of experience preparing planning-related statistical and/or economic impact reports.
• 3+ years of experience in grants writing and/or administration relevant to capital, seaport, and/or transportation planning.
• Certified Grant Writer Professional.
• Port Manager (PPM/CPM) certification.
• Professional Project Manager (PPM) certification.

Skills

• Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high-quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Decision Quality: Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Plans and Aligns: Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Work Environment

Physical Demands: Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis. Requires skill, adeptness, and speed in the use of fingers, hands, or limbs on repetitive operation of electronic office equipment within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Unavoidable Hazards: None.