Job Opportunity : Community Planner
At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community.
The Orange County Planning Division is currently seeking a Planner to join our Community Planning & Placemaking Section. This Section consists of a team of innovative professionals who manage a variety of projects that support the county's goal for targeted growth and quality redevelopment. For this position, we are seeking an individual with an educational background and / or professional experience in urban design and planning, architecture, or landscape architecture, to help us develop creative and innovative solutions for complex urban problems. In addition, this individual would work closely with our Research & Economic Development Section by implementing best practice approaches, facilitating interdepartmental team meetings, and coordinating work program assignments that support efforts to reorganize the County's Comprehensive Plan and to create "Orange Code", our new form-based land development regulations.
All work is performed with independence under the direction of the Chief Planner and is evaluated on a regular basis through observations, on-on-one coordination meetings, and levels of productivity. Potential candidates should be extremely organized, have strong written and verbal communication skills, and be capable of thriving in a high-pressured environment.
Representative Duties
Planner I (Urban Design) - Community Planning & Placemaking Section
- Assists other planners with work products related to major work elements
- Reviews proposed changes to the Comprehensive Plan and Code, and assists other section members with the facilitation of interdepartmental meetings
- Participates in meetings with stakeholders, special interest groups, homeowner associations, developers, and the general public
- Assists other planners with the preparation of documents and supporting materials for public meetings, including but not limited to maps, diagrams, handouts, agendas, and PowerPoint presentations
- Provides excellent customer service to citizens, public officials, and development community representatives regarding land use and zoning-related matters, development / redevelopment potential, and other administrative procedures
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Planner II (Urban Design) - Community Planning & Placemaking Section
Independently manages and executes assigned projects with limited supervisionReviews proposed changes to the Comprehensive Plan and Code, and facilitates interdepartmental team meetings on such mattersParticipates in meetings with stakeholders, special interest groups, homeowner associations, developers, and the general publicPrepares documents and supporting materials for public meetings, including but not limited to maps, diagrams, handouts, agendas, and PowerPoint presentationsProvides excellent customer service to citizens, public officials, and development community representatives regarding land use and zoning-related matters, development / redevelopment potential, and other administrative proceduresPerforms other related duties as assignedPlanner III (Urban Design) - Community Planning & Placemaking Section
Assists Chief Planner by leading assigned projects and supervising other section team members, and tracking project goals and objectives, timelines, phasing, scheduling, milestones, tasks and deliverablesCoordinates complex and high-profile community planning tasks for targeted growth areas, including public outreach, existing conditions analysis, visioning and design, regulatory updates, and infrastructure / service needsManages scopes, schedules and deliverables, while coordinating with other team members, external collaborators, or partnering agenciesReviews proposed changes to the Comprehensive Plan and Code, and facilitates interdepartmental team meetings on such mattersParticipates in meetings with stakeholders, special interest groups, homeowner associations, developers, and the general publicPrepares documentation or supporting materials for public meetings, including maps, diagrams, handouts, agendas, and PowerPoint presentationsProvides excellent customer service to citizens, public officials, and development community representatives regarding land use and zoning-related matters, development / redevelopment potential, and other administrative procedures
Performs other related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Planner I (Urban Design) Community Planning & Placemaking Section
Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Urban Design, Planning, Architecture, or closely related field of study; or graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Urban Design, Planning, Architecture or closely related field and one (1) year of planning experience. Based on area of assignment, may be required to demonstrate strong writing, presentation meeting facilitation, computer, and analytical skills.
Planner II (Urban Design) Community Planning & Placemaking Section
Master's Degree in Urban Design, Planning, Architecture, or closely related field of study and two (2) years of experience in urban planning; or graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Urban Design, Planning or Architecture in a closely related field of study and four (4) years of experience in planning. Based on area of assignment, may be required to demonstrate strong writing, presentation meeting facilitation, computer, and analytical skills.
Planner III (Urban Design) Community Planning & Placemaking Section
Master's Degree in Urban Design, Planning, Architecture, or closely related field of study and four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in urban planning; or a Bachelor's Degree in Urban Design, Planning, Architecture, or closely related field of study and six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in urban planning; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Based on area of assignment, may be required to demonstrate strong writing, presentation meeting facilitation, computer, and analytical skills.
Notes
Resumes are not accepted in place of a completed online application. It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide the detailed and relevant work experience, which would qualify them for the position. Please enter all periods of employment, including your current position, duties, hours worked and educational background. Failure to provide complete information will result in your application being disqualified.
The selected applicant will be required to submit to a pre-employment physical, drug test, and a background screening process prior to the start of employment.
Application Deadline
Closing Date : 8 / 11 / 2023
Posting is subject to close without prior notice)
Salary
Salary placement based on qualification
Planner I : $47,112 - $61,256 / Annually
Planner II : $54,745 - $71,177 / Annually
Planner III : $63,606 - $82,700 / Annually
Address
Orange County Administration Building
201 S Rosalind Avenue
Orlando, FL 32801
Veterans Preference
If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the close date of the posting. Please submit a cover letter and copies of documents, not originals, to Orange County Human Resources Division, PO Box 1393, Orlando, FL 32801-1393 or fax to (407) 836-0098 (only Veterans' Preference documentation will be accepted by fax). Your cover letter should include the position posting number you are applying for, the title of the position and the last 4 digits of your social security number.
Educational Requirements
If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.
