GENERAL PURPOSE

This position performs professional planning work in carrying out research planning projects conducting independent studies, and reviewing proposals for re-zoning, variances, exception and amendments. Work is performed under the direction of the Planning & Community Development Director.

MAIN JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in the development of procedures and methodologies for information systems; creates and maintains databases; prepares and updates all map series for the department, including, but not limited to, the Future Land Use and Zoning Atlas; communicates actions to regulatory agencies, as required.
• Issues zoning determinations for consistency with the Land Development Regulations; recommends revisions to Zoning Atlas; ensures Zoning Atlas is current and up to date.
• Prepares agendas and supporting materials for Planning & Zoning Board (Local Planning Agency), Commission appointed committees, and Board of Adjustment.
• Prepares agendas for Board of Adjustment on special exceptions and variances.
• Prepares staff reports with recommendations and presents them to the Local Planning Agency at publicized Board meetings and to the City Commission during public hearings for citizen comment and Commission approvals.
• Oversees public notice requirements on land use actions; ensures that proper notice is provided and that published content is correct in accordance with Florida Statutes.
• Assists with the update and maintenance of the Comprehensive Plan; writes plan elements and text amendments.
• Assists with the update and maintenance of the Land Development Regulations.
• Collects, compiles, and analyzes data from a variety of sources to support amendments to the Comprehensive Plan.
• Assists with the evaluation and appraisal of the Comprehensive Plan.
• Reviews applicant and staff-initiated requests for both small and large-scale amendments to the Comprehensive Plan for consistency; coordinates process throughout the City; communicates legislative actions to Department of Economic Opportunity, Regional Planning Council, and affected and interested parties.
• Coordinates Development Review Process with applicants, developers, agents, and the general public; reviews applications for completeness.
• Evaluates development and land use proposals for consistency with both the Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Regulations.
• Processes annexation applications.
• Analyzes and Evaluates Development Applications (including review of technical data, GIS analysis, and drafting staff reports and presentations).
• Reviews building permits and local business tax receipt applications.
• Communicates final actions of the Local Planning Agency and City Commission to applicants, agents, and affected and interested parties.
• Prepares ordinances and resolutions for Commission consideration.
• Prepares position papers on a variety of subject-matter as requested.
• Tracks projections on populations and other community indicators.
• Responds to public records requests.
• Performs other related duties as required/assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Government, Law, Engineering, Urban Design, Economics, Social Science, Geography, Statistics or a related field. Two (2) years of professional work experience in urban planning.
• Valid Florida Driver's License.

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

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the planning principles and practices as applied to the collection of community planning data and in the preparation of community planning reports and studies, in both graphic and written form.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering and architecture as applied to public planning.
• Knowledge of economics, municipal finance, and sociology as applied to public planning.
• Ability to direct and participate in complex planning studies and to analyze information and formulate substantive recommendations based upon such studies.
• Ability to interpret laws, rules and regulations.
• Ability to direct work of others and present ideas and findings clearly and concisely in writing, orally or graphic form.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with division heads, outside agencies and the general public.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Works inside in an office environment with occasional outside site visits.
• Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction).
• Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid).
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.

 Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with existing ADA requirements for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.

The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position, but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other areas to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.