Junior Urban Planner: Public Zoning & Development

Panama City, City of (FL); Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Panama City (FL) is seeking a professional planner to support land use research, zoning cases, and development review under the Director of the Development Services Department. The role involves extensive public involvement and coordination with internal departments and external agencies.

The incumbent will interpret codes, prepare reports, and present findings to staff and boards. A bachelor’s degree in urban planning or related field is required, with GIS and AICP preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in urban planning or related field.
• One year of full-time urban and regional planning experience preferred.
• AICP certification and Florida growth management law familiarity preferred.
• Experience with GIS preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to interpret land use codes and zoning ordinances.

Responsibilities

• Serve as contact for division inquiries and public on zoning and land development.
• Interprets, clarifies and explains information concerning land use and development to customers.
• Prepares and presents reports on development orders, zoning and land use amendments.
• Reviews permits and site plans for conformance with planning and zoning codes.
• Presents findings to staff, Planning Board and City Commission.
• Maintains records of permits and planning requests.
• Assists Planning Board and City Commission meetings.

Skills

Public communication

Policy analysis

Research abilities

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Multitasking

Independent work

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in urban planning or related field

AICP certification (preferred)

Tools

GIS (Geographic Information Systems)

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

City of Panama City (FL) is seeking a professional planner to support land use research, zoning cases, and development review under the Director of the Development Services Department. The role involves extensive public involvement and coordination with internal departments and external agencies.

The incumbent will interpret codes, prepare reports, and present findings to staff and boards. A bachelor’s degree in urban planning or related field is required, with GIS and AICP preferred.