Growth Management and Land Use Regional Planner

Apalachee Regional Planning Council; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual and Sick Leave benefits

Ten paid holidays and two Personal Holidays each year

Group Insurance coverage options

Retirement plan options

Job summary

A governmental planning agency in Florida is seeking a Growth Management and Land Use Regional Planner. This entry-level full-time position involves growth management activities, community planning, and technical assistance for local governments. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning and at least two years of relevant experience. Competitive benefits include health insurance and retirement plans, with an expected starting salary of $60,000. Applications are to be submitted via [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in Urban and Regional Planning or related work.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for growth management activities including comprehensive planning and zoning.
• Liaising between local governments and state and federal agencies.
• Providing technical assistance to municipalities on planning projects.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning or a related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Growth Management and Land Use Regional Planner

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Apalachee Regional Planning Council, a governmental body serving Calhoun, Franklin, Gadsden, Gulf, Jackson, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty and Wakulla counties, announces the following job opportunity:

Position Title: Growth Management & Land Use Regional Planner

About the Company: ARPC, a multi‑purpose governmental agency of the State of Florida, provides technical assistance in the areas of economic development, environmental planning, emergency management, transportation, geospatial, growth management, housing, and resiliency to meet the needs of our member local governments within the nine‑county Apalachee Region. The Region covers Calhoun, Franklin, Gadsden, Gulf, Jackson, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, and Wakulla counties and their municipalities. ARPC’s mission is to serve our member local governments by providing technical assistance & planning expertise in a variety of disciplines.

Vision Statement: Leading our communities toward a vibrant future by leveraging expertise to deliver innovative solutions that guide growth, development, and resilience.

Position Summary: The Growth Management & Land Use Regional Planner is primarily responsible for growth management activities including comprehensive planning, comprehensive plan amendments, zoning, land use, amendments, local public workshop support, planning grant administration assistance, and special planning project coordination, among other technical assistance activities for ARPC’s member local governments and municipalities. This position will focus on community planning through growth management and requires liaising between local governments and state and federal agencies as well as providing technical assistance to these entities. Overall, this position, in conjunction with other ARPC team members and regional partners, will work to enhance communities throughout the Region.

Education & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in Urban and Regional Planning or related work.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Benefits

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits
• Ten paid holidays and two Personal Holidays each year
• Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental and vision
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions – for more information, please clickwww.myfrs.com
• And more!

Employment Status and Compensation

• Start Date: Immediately or As Soon As Possible
• Hours per Week: Full-time (40 hours/week), Exempt Status
• Starting Compensation: $60,000 DOQ

How to Apply

ARPC asks that candidates interested in this opportunity provide an application (which can be found on ARPC’s website), a writing sample, and a cover letter to [e-mail]. You may also provide a résumé; however, it will not take the place of the application. Candidates will not be considered until all documents are received.

ARPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with United States Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines and the Americans with Disabilities Act, the ARPC provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. ARPC is a Drug Free & Tobacco Free Workplace.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

• Other
• Industry: Government Administration