What are the responsibilities and job description for the Urban Planner I position at City of Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Salary : $60,590.82 - $93,960.67 Annually
Location : Fort Lauderdale FL 33311, FL
Job Type : Full Time
Job Number : FP052-01
Department : Development Services 1
Division : 01RM Urban Design and Development
Opening Date : 02 / 26 / 2025
Closing Date : 3 / 12 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
POSITION SUMMARY
The Development Services Department's Urban Design and Planning Division seeks an Urban Planner I.
The Urban Planner I assists in current and long-range urban planning efforts, including land development review and analysis and planning studies in support of new and updated programs and regulations, review of development permit applications including Certificates of Appropriateness, and customer support to applicants and the general public.
This job classification is included within the bargaining unit represented by Federation of Public Employees and therefore is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Federation of Public Employees.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.
- Provides information, guidance, and advice to applicants and the general public in response to inquiries regarding land use, zoning, platting, development applications, Certificates of Appropriateness, and other planning matters at the front counter, by phone and by email
- Meets with applicants to discuss and make recommendations to concept development plans; provides comments on behalf of the Urban Design and Planning Division for assigned cases administered through the Development Review process (DRC), and the Historic Preservation Board (HPB)
- Receives, reviews for completion, and processes development applications including evaluation of site plans, subdivision plats, rezoning applications, right - of - ways, Certificates of Appropriateness, and other land development proposals; applications conform with the City's development code, design guidelines, master plans, planning principles, and the Comprehensive Plan
- Performs research, field analysis, investigation of land use, zoning patterns, and neighborhood characteristics; assists in the preparation of associated community outreach efforts, work products, and presentations
- Assists in conducting studies; develops various maps, graphics, text and illustrative materials used in reports and presentations including Architectural Resource Surveys with the aid of applicable computer software applications
- Represents the Department at meetings and public hearings, as requested and prepares staff reports and presentations
- Performs related work as required
JOB REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
Minimum Job Requirements :
Preferred Qualifications :
PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :
The position is generally sedentary. Employees sit most of the time, but may walk or stand for brief periods of time and may perform occasional outside work for site visits.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and / or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.
HOW TO APPLY / VETERAN INFORMATION
Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.
The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and a Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.
Veterans' preference per Florida law. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form ( J-204) to the online application.
The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.
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In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City of Fort Lauderdale participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option and requires a 3% contribution from employees. All new City of Fort Lauderdale employees are automatically enrolled in FRS. Click to view additional information on the Florida Retirement System.
Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Historic Preservation, Architecture, or closely related area of study?
How many years of work experience do you have in Urban Planning?
Do you have working experience in Historic Preservation, Zoning, or another closely related field? If so, please indicate how much experience.
How many years of experience do you have working on projects that involve researching historic buildings, preparing associated planning documents, or grant applications?
How many years of project management experience do you have?
How many years of customer service experience do you have?
Please list all the Microsoft Office software you have experience with and your level of expertise.
Describe what planning design and mapping software you have experience with and describe your level of experience with each. (For example : ArcGIS, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, InDesign, Sketchup, Autocad, etc.)
This position may require your attendance at evening meetings such as City Commission meetings, advisory board meetings and / or neighborhood association meetings. Is this acceptable to you?
Why are you interested in the Urban Planner I position at the Development Services Department?
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Salary : $60,591 - $93,961
