Planning Technician

DeSoto Board of County Commissioners (FL); Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

DeSoto Board of County Commissioners (FL) is seeking an administrative planning assistant to provide technical support in planning and zoning matters, assist the public, and coordinate with developers and other departments.

Responsibilities include maintaining records, preparing reports, researching planning issues, and serving as Clerk to the Planning Commission and Board of Adjustments. Strong communication, organization, and time management are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 1 year of progressive local government planning experience.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a Florida driver’s license.
• Basic knowledge of planning principles and practices.
• Knowledge of research and data collection.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical assistance and information to the public and staff in planning and zoning program areas and regulations.
• Assists the Public concerning Development Department regulations and processes. Coordinates with developers, and other County departments.
• Develops and maintains tracking systems, hard copy and electronic files and records of development orders, permits and other related documentation.
• Prepares narrative staff reports and recommendation of limited complexity, such as special use permits and variances.
• Research and compiles information on a variety of planning issues from multiple sources. Prepares maps, charts, or tables of limited complexity.
• Performs administrative functions such as answering telephones, assisting clients, responding to emails, and serving as the Clerk to the Planning Commission and Board of Adjustments.
• Prepares public notice ads, property postings, and mailings as necessary and attends public meeting to assist planning staff as requested and as appropriate.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Problem solving

Multitasking

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsible for administrative work which requires excellent communication, comprehension, organization, and time management skills. Work is performed under the administrative direction of the Development Director or designee.

1. Provides technical assistance and provides information to the public and staff in the administration of specific planning and zoning program areas and regulations.
2. Assists the Public concerning Development Department regulations and processes. Coordinates with developers, and other County departments.
3. Develops and maintains tracking systems, hard copy and electronic files and records of development orders, permits and other related documentation.
4. Prepares narrative staff reports and recommendation of limited complexity, such as special use permits and variances.
5. Research and compiles information on a variety of planning issues from multiple sources. Prepares maps, charts, or tables of limited complexity.
6. Performs administrative functions such as answering telephones, assisting clients, responding to emails, and serving as the Clerk to the Planning Commission and Board of Adjustments.
7. Prepares public notice ads, property postings, and mailings as necessary and attends public meeting to assist planning staff as requested and as appropriate.

• Basic knowledge of planning principles and practices
• Knowledge of principles and practices of research and data collection
• Knowledge of effective communication and writing techniques
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills to explain rules and procedures clearly to the public.
• Problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve practical problems
• Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment as required.

High school diploma or equivalent; one (1) years of progressive experience in local government planning and/or development processes.

Special Qualifications:

Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Florida driver’s license.