Planner I - Vets Hired

The Position

Come to a City that Builds Careers! As one of the largest cities in Broward County, we provides an energetic, innovative and collaborative work environment for its employees. Want Top Notch Insurance? We offer low cost health insurance giving you the best value - Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Plans. Need Work Life Balance? We have got you covered with a 4-Day Work Week and an Award Winning Wellness Program. And We Dont Stop There. we provides a generous Paid Time Off Program inclusive of 13 Paid Holidays, Vacation Leave, Personal Leave, and Sick Leave. Repaying Student Loans? Employees at the City with 10 years of public service and on-time payments qualify for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Lets Partner Together and Come Grow with us.

The Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Planning, Public Administration, Geography, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design or closely related field.
• Six months of responsible planning experience. Experience must include participation in a range of planning and zoning studies and implementation programs.

Preferred:

• Masters degree in planning, or closely related field.

Additional education and experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted for the above requirements.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid Drivers License: With proof of automobile insurance
• Background Check: Must have an acceptable background record
• Driving Abstract: Must have an acceptable driving record

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of generally accepted principles and practices of urban planning and zoning.
• Knowledge of modern research techniques and statistical methods.
• Knowledge of the applicability of local and regional zoning laws and regulations.
• Ability to understand, interpret and explain land use laws and regulations.
• Ability to complete projects within assigned time periods.
• Knowledge of economics, public finance and sociology as it applies to urban planning.
• Some knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, graphically, orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of software packages such as Microsoft Office, Adobe Suites, GIS, and the techniques of preparing maps and charts.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, managers, administrators, and the general public.