Department: 118/Planning                                       Exempt:    No

Reports To: Planning Director                                 Pay Grade/Wage: 118

Job Summary:

This is a professional position responsible for a wide range of assignments under the supervision of the Planning Director and receives general direction and guidance from the Senior Planners. This position requires a thorough knowledge of the planning process and the ability to complete assignments in a precise and timely manner.

Job Description:

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES - Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Acts as a public liaison to provide zoning and permitting information and guidance.

• Assists in the collection of data, research and analysis.

• Coordinates the TRC (Site Plan Review) process regarding development applications with direction from Land Development Manager.

• Reviews site plans, zoning requests and land use issues and prepares staff reports.

• Evaluates or assists in the evaluation of rezonings, ordinance amendments, site plans, special use permits, variances and other proposals.

• Maintains the downtown residential program.

• Prepares graphics and visual displays for public presentations.

• Maintains and develops City specific planning related data bases.

• Works closely with city staff concerning GIS issues and development of graphics and maps.

• Coordinates bike and pedestrian paths to assist in development of the City’s trail systems.
• Performs special projects as assigned.
• Provides information to the public regarding development regulations.

• Assists in resolving citizen and customer issues.

• Performs field inspections to gather data relevant to the development review process and/or to verify that development projects comply with approved plans.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

• Knowledge of urban planning principles and practices.

• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications and legal documents related to site design and planning projects.

• Knowledge of computer hardware and software programs, which include Microsoft Office, GIS and electronic permitting and plan review.

• Ability to meet multiple deadlines with little or no supervision.

• Ability to work well with others.

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
• Oral communication and interpersonal skills to explain rules and procedures clearly to the public.
• Creative problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve vaguely defined practical problems.

• Ability to review plans and apply provisions of the ordinances and codes to determine compliance with such regulations and to apply regulations to field conditions.

• Ability to create graphic designs, development strategies, and render site plans via sketches and/or computer graphics highly desirable.

• Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously.

• Ability to work independently or in a team environment as needed.

• Ability to attend to details while keeping big-picture goals in mind.
• Skilled in public and interpersonal relations in a group setting or in a one-to-one situation.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a major in Urban Planning or related field.

• Two (2) years of directly related experience in a planning or similar agency is preferred.

• Master’s degree and AICP certification preferred.

• A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum requirements.

LICENSES

• Possession of a valid Florida driver's license with acceptable driving record required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others, including County, State, and Federal agencies, civic groups and the public.
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to develop and maintain good personal relationship with other employees and the public.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/ADA: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to work inside in an office environment or outside in various weather conditions. The employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time performing repetitive functions and viewing display screens for extended periods of time. The employee may also be required to work outside on uneven surfaces, or in noisy conditions.

Lifting: Lift up to 45 Pounds

Vision: 20/20 or Corrected to 20/100
Environment: Office Work and Outside Work in Various Conditions
Hearing: Normal Noise Levels for Work Environment

*Class Descriptions are not intended to be restrictive. The use of (or absence of) a particular illustration of duties shall not be held to exclude or limit the authority of a Department Head to assign other duties which are similar and related to work.