Senior Planner

City of Edgewater • Edgewater, FL

5d

About The Position

Performs complex professional planning and analytical work in support of the Development Services Director. The role coordinates development and zoning activities; reviews development plans and projects for compliance with applicable ordinances; prepares comments and recommendations; researches land-use matters; and supports administrative and planning functions. The Senior Planner works independently on difficult projects and planning responsibilities without detailed instructions, under general supervision and in accordance with established procedures. The position reports to the Development Services Director.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Two to five years of experience in planning and land development, comprehensive planning, environmental regulations, capital improvement planning, transportation planning, and economics.
• General experience in public speaking.
• Valid Florida driver’s license required.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Regional Planning, or City Planning; may substitute for up to one year of professional experience.
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification, or ability to obtain it within three years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Research, analyze, and recommend amendments to the Comprehensive Plan, City of Edgewater Code of Ordinances, and Land Development Code; prepare supporting data, policy analysis, and draft amendments for review.
• Recommend and assist with implementing goals and objectives for improved Planning & Zoning policies and procedures to enhance service delivery, citizen satisfaction, and efficiency.
• Assist the Director in formulating long-term goals, objectives, ordinances, and guidelines related to growth management.
• Receive, review, and analyze development applications.
• Gather, analyze, and present planning, environmental, and socioeconomic information for public policy development and the Comprehensive Planning Program.
• Assist with review and coordination of land-use and development projects as assigned by the Development Services Director.
• Review major site plans, subdivisions, annexations, development agreements, code and zoning text amendments, large-scale comprehensive plan amendments, and zoning change requests.
• Assist the Development Services Director with preparing reports, agendas, and council agenda requests.
• Provide technical guidance and collaborate with the Director, Associate Planner, Planning Technician, consultants, and other staff on Planning & Zoning assignments.
• Assist in managing current planning, comprehensive planning, and capital improvement planning.
• Provide accurate and timely information and guidance to the public and development community regarding property use, development requirements, and review procedures.
• Assist the Director in interpreting and/or enforcing applicable state statutes, City ordinances, and practices related to land development and Development Services Department responsibilities.
• Coordinate reviews by City departments, consultants, agencies, and advisory bodies related to the Planning & Zoning process.
• Serve as Planning & Zoning Board Coordinator, including preparing agendas, staff reports, public notices, meeting packets, and meeting records, with assistance from the Associate Planner and Planning Technician staff.
• Represent the City, as assigned, on technical boards and committees throughout the County relating to Planning & Zoning responsibilities.
• Prepare, review, and/or maintain required documents.
• Use, operate, and maintain required equipment.
• Foster positive employee relations and morale City-wide.
• Return to work as may be required to assist with emergency management preparation, response, and/or recovery activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior