Planning Administrator: Lead Planning & Development Initiatives

SAFEbuilt; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401K matching

Wellness programs

and more

Job summary

SAFEbuilt is seeking a Planning Administrator in Fort Lauderdale, FL, to lead planning staff and manage daily operations of the Planning Division. You will review complex development applications, coordinate with developers and officials, and prepare staff reports and presentations.

Ideal candidates bring at least 8 years of planning experience, a Bachelor's in a related field, and strong leadership and project-management skills. Master’s degree and AICP preferred. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Regional Planning, Public Administration, Geography, or related field required.
• Master's degree in Planning or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of planning experience, including complex development review and zoning administration.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience required.
• Experience presenting before Planning & Zoning Boards or similar public bodies.
• Experience in municipal planning or community development preferred.
• AICP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, guidance, mentoring, and technical support to planning staff.
• Assist with the administration and daily operations of the Planning Division.
• Review and oversee complex development applications, including rezonings and site plans.
• Ensure planning projects comply with applicable regulations.
• Prepare and review staff reports, recommendations, and planning studies.
• Present recommendations before Planning & Zoning Boards, City Councils, and other public bodies.
• Coordinate with developers, consultants, engineers, architects, elected officials, and the public.
• Assist with updates to comprehensive plans and land development regulations.
• Support departmental strategic planning, budgeting, and process improvement initiatives.
• Resolve complex planning issues while maintaining customer service.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Land use planning

Zoning administration

Project management

Leadership

Customer service

GIS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Urban/Regional Planning or related field

Master's degree in Planning or related field

AICP certification (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

GIS software

Permitting software

Job description

SAFEbuilt is seeking a Planning Administrator in Fort Lauderdale, FL, to lead planning staff and manage daily operations of the Planning Division. You will review complex development applications, coordinate with developers and officials, and prepare staff reports and presentations.

Ideal candidates bring at least 8 years of planning experience, a Bachelor's in a related field, and strong leadership and project-management skills. Master’s degree and AICP preferred. Competitive benefits offered.