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Job Description
City of Apopka is seeking a Planner I for its Apopka, Florida office.
Job Duties: Conduct planning related research, preparation of reports and presentation of materials, field work and preparation, maintenance, and update of elements of the comprehensive plan. Review of development plans to assure compliance with the comprehensive plan and the land development code (LDC). Assist the senior planning staff in the completion of special projects and development review. Review building and development permits and license applications. Maintain development agreements, socioeconomic data, development review committee schedules, and community development department databases. Work closely with staff from other departments to secure input from all departments to ensure that issues important to the public is disseminated in a timely fashion. Represent the city on regional or intergovernmental boards as required. Provide assistance to members of the public requesting community development related information. Preparation of reports, letters, memoranda with great attention to detail. Meeting with various committees and preparation of planning studies as outlined in the comprehensive plan, including but not limited to upland habitat protection, housing, downtown redevelopment, and urban design. Perform any other duties or tasks that may be assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
" Master's degree in Urban Planning or related field
" Must have one (1) year of experience with a city, county or state governmental agency or private industry equivalence in each of the following:
o Zoning codes, comprehensive plans, and planning procedures, urban design, basic architecture; principles and practices of land planning and growth management; ordinances, resolutions; legal descriptions.
o Land use laws that impact land use and private property rights.
o Knowledge of the organization, functions and procedures of city government, including the principles and practices of planning and zoning.
o Knowledge of and ability to use GIS software to prepare maps and data base.
o Microsoft computer software such as spreadsheets, data processing, presentation, and other similar tools to communicate planning and zoning analysis and final reports.
Apply to JKeen@apopka.net and refer to Job #36573.1004