PLANNING ANALYST - 40000682

State of Florida•TALLAHASSEE, FL

26d•$50,000 - $53,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position is an advanced, professional planning position and is responsible for implementing the Local Government Comprehensive Planning Program. The position is responsible for conducting in-depth review of projects requiring a broad knowledge and expertise in planning principles and techniques and the use of independent judgment in implementing Florida’s growth management laws.

Requirements

Knowledge of urban and regional planning concepts.
Knowledge of the development process and permitting programs.
Skills in both written and verbal communication.
Ability to establish effective working relationships and negotiate effectively.
Computer application skills, working knowledge/experience using Microsoft applications
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in individual and group settings, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to apply planning methodologies, such as population projection.
Ability to apply critical thinking for most planning problems.
Ability to independently exercise sound judgment performing duties.
Ability to handle multiple projects and manage time efficiently.
Ability to provide technical assistance to local governments.
Ability to travel and represent the Department on committees and provide effective presentations to elected officials and staff.

Responsibilities

Independently evaluates comprehensive plans and plan amendments, evaluation and appraisal reports, and other documents submitted to the Department under Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, and implementing rules. Prepare reports summarizing the issues, analyzing consistency with growth management laws, identifying strategies to achieve consistency with state laws and making recommendations for resolving issues with local governments and interested parties.
Independently evaluates applications for development approval, notices of proposed change, development orders, binding letters, agreements, and other documents submitted to the Department under Chapter 380, Florida Statutes, and implementing rules. Prepare reports summarizing regional issues, analyzing consistency with growth management laws, identifying mitigation strategies and making recommendations for resolving issues with local governments and interested parties.
Provides technical assistance to local governments and communities on planning issues.
Serves on one or more special state initiative teams.
Participates in interagency meetings, workshops, pre-application conferences, and public meetings as the Department representative.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

State Group Insurance coverage options+ (health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental option)
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year
Annual and Sick Leave Benefits
Student Loan Forgiveness Program (Eligibility required)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida colleges/universities)
Ongoing comprehensive training provided
Career Growth
Highly skilled, professional environment