Senior Planner: Economic & Community Development

North Port, FL; North Port (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of North Port, FL is seeking a Planner II to perform professional planning work under the guidance of Planner III. This role involves applying planning principles to economic and community development, zoning, and land use issues.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning and at least four years of professional planning experience, along with a valid Florida driver’s license. Strong research, communication, and presentation skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning or related field is required.
• Minimum four years of professional planning experience.
• Knowledge of zoning and land development regulations.
• Ability to interpret building and development plans and regulations.
• Strong written and oral communication and report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and apply applicable state, county and local codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Conduct reviews of development applications including plats, site plans, variances and rezonings.
• Prepare and present formal and technical reports and planning studies.
• Develop long-range plans and strategies for community development.
• Coordinate with boards and committees and participate in public meetings.

Skills

Planning knowledge

Regulatory interpretation

Communication

Research

Problem solving

Public speaking

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning

Tools

MS Office

GIS

Database management

Econometric/Transportation modeling

Job description

The City of North Port, FL is seeking a Planner II to perform professional planning work under the guidance of Planner III. This role involves applying planning principles to economic and community development, zoning, and land use issues.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning and at least four years of professional planning experience, along with a valid Florida driver’s license. Strong research, communication, and presentation skills are essential for success.