Urban Planning Manager-Community Development for City of Lake Alfred

Job Description

Job Description

Urban Planning Manager

Lake Alfred, FL

Salary Range : $71,546 - $77,444

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, TRAINING, & EXPERIENCE :

Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning from an accredited college or university.

• Five(5)yearsofprogressivelyresponsibleexperienceinrecognizedurban or community planningagencies.
• One(1)yearofsupervisoryexperience in urban planning.
• CertificationthroughtheAmericanInstituteofCertifiedPlanners(AICP).

Employee Benefits :

401(a) and 457(b) Retirement Plans,Tuition Reimbursement,Referral Bonuses, Wellness Benefits Suite, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Leave. A positive and collaborative team environment!

GENERAL DESCRIPTION : This is a specialized, responsible professional and technical work in the field of urban planning and development. Work involves complex and specialized planning assignments with minimum direct supervision. This position has supervisory responsibilities over department personnel. Works in a team setting in policy development, development review, and specialized studies related to the City's physical, social, fiscal, and economic development. Responsibilities include but are not limited to Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Code formulation and implementation; development review; infrastructure, historic preservation, neighborhood, and sector planning; and intergovernmental coordination. Working collaboratively and effectively with the public, coworkers, and other governmental agencies is a critical requirement of this position. The Department Director reviews work results for technical adequacy and professional standards.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

and effective implementation efforts, and suggests process improvement strategies where appropriate.

the production responsibilities of the Planning and Housing Division; will be assigned as team leader for

Division projects.

where needed.

Adjustment and Appeals, and / or the Historic Preservation Board. Presents to the City Commission, neighborhood, and community or civic groups.

economic development.

affecting planning and land use regulations.

associations.

May be required to work evenings, weekends, or alternate hours as necessary for the efficient operation of the department.

QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, TRAINING, & EXPERIENCE :

Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or a related field from an accredited college or university; Master's Degree is preferred.

OR

Anequivalentcombinationofeducation,training,andexperiencewhichprovidethenecessaryknowledge,skills, abilities, and other competencies necessary for success in the target position may be considered.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :

Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license.

Mustmaintainavalidtelephonenumber.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, ABILITIES, AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of urban planning, zoning, land development regulation, physical design review, and historic preservation.

urban planning.

planning.

Ability to establish and maintain effective and respectful working relationships with subordinates, peers, supervisors, other city departments and officials, other government agencies, and the general public.

manage process and / or customer service improvements; manage projects within budget and on time; and handle personnel matters effectively and timely.

WORKING ENVIRONMENTAL / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Requires sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time, exerting up to 10 pounds of force regularly or routine keyboard operations.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. City of Lake Alfred is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

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