What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Planner (Transportation & Transit) position at Osceola County?
NOTE TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS: INTERNAL CANDIDATES IN THE SAME CLASSIFICATION AND/OR PAYGRADE AS THE POSITION POSTED WILL NOT RECEIVE A PAY ADJUSTMENT IF SELECTED.
Salary $73,174.40-$93,298.40 Annually (Depending on Qualifications and Experience)
**Position subject to close at any time**
At Osceola County Transportation and Transit, we embody our theme of "Be First to What's Next" by leading with innovation and foresight in all aspects of transportation planning. Our mission is to integrate land use, transportation, infrastructure, and physical planning to create a robust, future-ready transportation network. We are committed to enhancing mobility, connectivity, and sustainability while anticipating the needs of our growing community. We are seeking a forward-thinking and eager to learn Transportation Planner III to join our team and drive the future of transportation planning in Osceola County.”
Under direction the purpose of the position is to provide a comprehensive approach that includes land use planning, infrastructure development, and data-driven decision-making. This role involves a range of responsibilities from strategic planning and analysis to report writing and development review. You will ensure that transportation initiatives align with the County’s Comprehensive Plan and meet the evolving needs of our community. Objective is to execute the County’s program for its Comprehensive Plan in compliance with all applicable codes and regulations.
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
- Obtains and analyzes data to support the Comprehensive Plan and related studies.
- Conducts thorough research and analyzes collected data to inform planning activities and decisions.
- Provides technical assessments of the impacts of land use on transportation planning.
- Evaluates how proposed land uses affect transportation systems and infrastructure.
- Reviews preliminary and final development plans for compliance with Comprehensive Plan and development regulations.
- Ensures that development projects adhere to transportation standards and guidelines.
- Coordinates the review of development applications across departments.
- Facilitates inter-departmental collaboration to ensure comprehensive evaluation and integration of transportation considerations.
- Supports senior staff in transportation planning activities and project management.
- Provides technical and analytical assistance to enhance project outcomes and strategic planning.
- Assists the general public, developers, and consultants with applying the Transportation Element of the Comprehensive Plan to their properties and projects.
- Provides clear, actionable guidance on transportation planning requirements.
- Manages the distribution of demographic data to the general public. Ensure that relevant information is accessible and effectively communicated.
- Participates in the review and implementation of the Land Development Code. Contribute to updates and revisions that align with transportation planning goals.
- Prepares and present findings to the Board of County Commissioners, Planning Commission, and community groups.
- Provides technical assistance and respond to inquiries at public meetings and hearings.
- Acts as project coordinator on assigned review projects, fulfills all necessary job functions. May serve as a Team Leader on certain projects, overseeing team activities and ensuring project success.
- Performs additional duties as assigned or necessary, which are related to or logical in relation to the position.
- Adapts to evolving responsibilities and contributes to the overall goals of the department.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Transportation Planning, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Public Administration, Environmental Management, or a related field.
Experience: Four (4) years professional planning experience performing duties consistent with the Essential Job Functions in a similar public organization.
An equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience may be considered.
An active certification with the American Institute of Certified Planners is considered comparable to one (1) year of experience.
Miscellaneous: Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
A Master’s Degree in Planning, Civil Engineering, Public Administration, Environmental Management, or a related field.
AICP certification or PE license, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Experience with transportation planning, including land use, infrastructure planning, data analysis, and project management preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of urban and transportation planning; knowledge of State, County and municipal planning, zoning, and development.
- Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local rules, regulations, ordinances, and other regulatory standards applicable to the work.
- Knowledge of the objectives associated with transportation, current, and long-range planning initiatives within assigned area of planning.
- Knowledge of the body of available and current information resources applicable to the functions for technical research purposes and for special projects as may be assigned.
- Ability to interpret rules, regulations, and policies for effective decision-making in accordance with established precedent.
- Knowledge of required development applications.
- Interpersonal, leadership, planning, management, and communications skills; ability to communicate professionally verbally, in writing, and in presentations.
- Skill in researching, compiling, summarizing, and performing statistical data and information materials.
- Ability to evaluate and analyze data and make recommendations based on sound judgment.
- Ability to perform routine to moderately complex mathematical computations and tabulations accurately and efficiently.
- Ability to utilize personal computers, standard office equipment and standard software applications, e.g., word processors, database software, spreadsheet applications.
- Ability to edit data and create maps utilizing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and experience utilizing ESRI software.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communications with internal and external customers, industry professionals, co-workers, other departments, outside agencies, and the public.
- Ability to organize work, establish priorities, meet established deadlines, and follow up on assignments with a minimum of direction.
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
PHYSICAL DEMAND REQUIREMENTS:
Physical Demand: Light
- 20 pounds maximum lifting
- Frequent (up to 2/3 of the work time) lifting, carrying up to 10 pounds.
- If less lifting involved will require significant walking/standing
- If mostly sitting is involved will require push/pull on arm or leg controls
- Expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken word or perceiving sound by ear.
- Good eyesight for production or safety of self and others.
- Physical agility is required in kneeling, bending, stooping, and reaching.
- Required to have clear vision at distances of 20 inches or less.
Salary : $73,174 - $93,298
