Zoning Intern - Planning & Development

Pasco County • New Port Richey, FL

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About The Position

The Zoning Intern assists the Current Planning Division’s Zoning Team with zoning data collection and analysis, zoning research, and responding to zoning inquiries. The role provides an opportunity to learn about zoning data analysis, land use planning, and implementation and enforcement of land development codes.

The intern supports map and technical-report production, analyzes data, and prepares written summaries of analyses and conclusions related to zoning inquiries. The role also includes technical and administrative review of zoning map amendments and technical review of development projects for consistency with the County’s short- and long-range plans. The intern may perform other work as necessary.

This position requires 20 hours of work per week. The candidate may be enrolled in or have graduated from an accredited college or university and be working toward a bachelor’s or master’s degree in urban planning, civil engineering, or a related field. Students must have completed at least three years of college education; two years of direct urban-planning research experience may substitute for one year of education. A valid Florida driver’s license is required.

Employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency and may temporarily perform duties outside their normal scope, location, or schedule to meet County needs. Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace. Reasonable accommodation may be available to qualified employees or applicants with disabilities.

Requirements

• Candidate must be enrolled in or have graduated from an accredited college or university and be working on a bachelor’s or master’s degree in urban planning, civil engineering, or a related field.
• Students must have completed at least three years of education at an accredited college or university. Two years of direct research experience in urban planning may substitute for one year of education.
• Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license.
• Must be able to work 20 hours per week.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, including verbal, written, and visual communication.
• Strong research, writing, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex topics clearly and concisely.
• Attention to detail and ability to read for comprehension.
• Ability to handle requests in a timely manner, multitask, and shift flexibly between projects.
• Ability to work as a team member and help others.
• Discipline, organization, and self-motivation to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to operate a computer and keyboard to enter data.
• Ability to sit, stoop, squat, walk, and stand frequently.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of and strong interest in zoning and planning concepts, data collection, and analysis.
• Knowledge of zoning planning software such as OpenCounter, Smartsheet/Excel, and ArcGIS.
• Familiarity with WebEx meetings and/or WebEx Teams.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with Adobe Pro.

Responsibilities

• Assist Zoning Planners with zoning data collection and analysis.
• Conduct zoning research and help answer zoning inquiries.
• Produce maps and technical reports.
• Analyze data and prepare written summaries of analyses and conclusions regarding zoning inquiries.
• Perform technical and administrative review of zoning map amendments.
• Review development projects for consistency with the County’s short- and long-range plans.
• Perform other work as necessary.
• Work before, during, or after emergencies and, when temporarily assigned, perform duties outside the normal scope, location, or work schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern