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Posted: 10/13/2020
Seeking Planner Extraordinaire in the Sunshine State
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Axis is seeking a Planner II/Associate Planner to work with our Florida Operations Group. This position requires professional planning work of moderate difficulty characterized by increasingly specialized knowledge of the planning field. The Planner II is expected to possess in-depth knowledge within one or more planning specialties such as economic development, comprehensive planning, GIS, or environmental planning. Preference will be given to those with experience in reviewing or preparing various types of applications for development. You must be able to work independently under the Director of Planning. The position will be based in Southwest Florida near the Fort Myers area, but the ideal candidate must be willing and able to serve clients state-wide.

FUNCTIONS:
  • Interprets and applies applicable state, county and local codes, ordinances and regulations
  • Initiates actions necessary to correct deficiencies or violations of regulations
  • Assists with updates and maintenance of Comprehensive Plan and land development regulations
  • Conducts review of various development applications including plats, permits, site plans, variance requests and rezonings
  • Conducts extensive research in specific or general project areas
  • Writes and presents formal and technical reports, working papers, and correspondence
  • Identifies community problems, issues, and opportunities in particular neighborhoods that could be mitigated through better community planning
  • Develops long range plans for communities with common developmental issues
  • Develops strategies to promote economic and community development or efficient land use consistent with community goals
  • Evaluates adequacy of community facilities in meeting current and projected needs
  • Recommends priorities, schedules, and funding sources to implement public improvements plan
  • Writes or assists in writing a variety of ordinances and regulations relating to development controls
  • Attends substantial number of evening and weekend meetings
KNOWLEDGE:
  • Well-developed knowledge of planning principles and practices
  • In-depth knowledge of one or more planning specializations, such as economic development, transportation planning, or environmental planning
  • Knowledge of principles, methodology, practices of research and data collection
  • Knowledge of effective writing techniques
  • Knowledge of or experience in community remediation and redevelopment, and knowledge of relevant Federal programs
  • Statistical, algebraic, or geometric knowledge and ability to apply such knowledge in practical situations
  • Knowledge of computer hardware and software programs, which may include Microsoft Office, Internet applications, econometric or transportation modeling, database management, or GIS
SKILLS:
  • Oral communication and interpersonal skills to present research findings to various boards and committees
  • Creative problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve less well-defined practical problems
  • Ability to review plans and apply provisions of the ordinances and codes to determine compliance with such regulations and to apply regulations to field conditions
  • Group facilitation skills for use with community workshops
  • Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously
  • Ability to work independently or in a team environment as needed
  • Ability to attend to details while keeping big-picture goals in mind
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The Planner II requires a master's degree with two years of experience in the planning profession or a bachelor's degree and four years of professional planning experience.
 
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