What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Planner position at Sheboygan County?
Description
Professional work with responsibility for the supervision, oversight, and coordination of planning assignments for Planning/Development Review projects in the Planning and Development Division. Responsible for administration of Development Review planning management to include task identification and assignment, setting priorities for the flow of work, process review and oversight of the items to be presented to the various boards that the division is responsible to serve. Supervises staff and serves as mentor/coach and performs monthly feedback sessions and evaluations to direct reports, and participates in hiring and/or termination of staff members as directed or advised. Communicates with the public regarding the Land Development Code and Comprehensive Plan and makes regular presentations to the Board of County Commissioners and other Advisory Boards pertaining to assigned planning related projects. Assists the department in achieving its mission and vision statements.
NOTE: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Oversees and supervises the work activities of a team of Planners. Organizes, directs, and supervises work activities in the areas of process management.
Reviews development plans for compliance with the Seminole County Land Development Code including but not limited to commercial site plans and residential subdivision plans. Interprets the Land Development Code and Comprehensive Plan.
Manages the development and implementation for review processes for site plan, subdivision and other permit application packages to assure compliance with the planning requirements of the County Code.
Initiates and recommends for approval by the Division Manager and the Department Director the hiring, termination, performance evaluation and disciplinary or commendatory actions for assigned personnel.
Serves as liaison for various boards and committees. Prepares and presents agenda items for the Board of County Commissioners. Attends Development Review Committee meetings and presents reports, comments and recommendations for projects in the review process. Ensures appropriate fees are assessed and collected according to procedures set forth.
Provides technical assistance to other staff, officials and developers on review process matters relating to the analysis and interpretation of the Zoning code and Comprehensive Plan requirements.
Performs all administrative management duties for division in the absence of the manager.
Additional Duties
Performs other related work as required.
In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Planning or Public Administration or closely related field, and seven (7) years of local government planning, administration, or management of planning and development review experience required, and a minimum of two (2) years of experience supervising Planning personnel.
Preference will be given to those with a Master's Degree.
Professional registration or certification is preferred.
A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
Additional Requirements
Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of planning, zoning, development regulations and permitting.
Considerable knowledge of the Seminole County current planning practices, County Land Development Code and Florida Comprehensive Planning process.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to city and county land development issues, regulations, grants and programs.
Knowledge of statistics, graphics, and basic research methods employed in assimilating, compiling, evaluating, and presenting information and recommendations.
Knowledge of local government operations with particular reference to county administration.
Considerable ability to develop, plan, and participate in research and planning projects.
Ability to analyze and interpret complex data, present information, ideas, and recommendations clearly and succinctly in written and oral form.
Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with agencies, groups, and individuals associated with development issues.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and make presentations before large and small groups.
Ability to exercise considerable initiative and work independently to accomplish assigned duties.
General knowledge of Windows and various office software packages.
Ability to perform planning analysis, database management, document preparation and general information management including ArcView Mapping Software.
Ability to interpret technical documents and plans such as the Land Development Code and Comprehensive Plan.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License.
All employees must attend Seminole County Required Trainings.
Department Specific trainings per position may be required.
County-paid Benefits For Employees
Competitive Wages: Our compensation system includes competitive hiring salaries.
Paid Time Off: New full-time employees accrue 20 days per year of Paid Time Off (16 days for 24-hour shift personnel). New part-time employees accrue 83 hours per year of Paid Time Off. Accrual rates increase with service time.
Paid Holidays: We observe 12 paid holidays which includes an employee birthday holiday and a floating Work/Life Day.
Bereavement Leave: Employees may receive up to one week paid leave per fiscal year for absence due to the death of an immediate family member.
Florida Retirement System: All employees in regularly established positions are automatically covered from the first day of employment. Seminole County makes contribution on behalf of the employee and the employee is also required to make a 3% contribution.
Employees Assistance Program: Our EAP provider can help employees and their families with issues such as personal/family matters, financial debt counseling, substance abuse, etc.
Training and Development Program: The Employee Learning Center provides training opportunities for employees which promote performance, enhance employees’ work life experiences, and support the organization.
Employee Awards and Recognition: A program to reward outstanding performance and enhance service to the citizens of Seminole County.
Wellness Center: Includes exercise equipment, resource library, and educational programs.
Health Insurance: Health Insurance is effective the first of the month after completing 30 calendar days of employment. Seminole County offers a Point of Service (POS) plan. Dependent coverage is also available, the cost is split between the employee and employer. This benefit is not extended to part-time employees.
Life Insurance: Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employees, equal to one times annual salary. Not extended to part-time employees.
Long-Term Disability: Provides 60% of salary after 6 months of disability. Not extended to part-time employees.
Optional Benefits (employee-paid) For Full-time Employees
Deferred Compensation Plan (457): Employees may choose to have pre-tax payroll deductions made for deposit into this savings plan up to an IRS-established maximum.
Dental Insurance: A choice of 3 plans is available for employees and dependents at employee expense.
Additional Life Insurance: At employee expense, additional life insurance up to five times annual salary; dependent coverage also available.
Short-Term Disability Insurance: 60% of salary for the first six months of disability at employee expense.
Cancer and Specified Disease: Pays a benefit directly to the employee if being treated for this disease.
Flexible Spending Account: A pre-tax account for childcare and un-reimbursed medical expenses.
Pre-Tax Payroll Deductions: Under Section 125 of the IRS Code, certain payroll deductions for insurance coverage may be taken out prior to income being taxed.
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Are you comfortable presenting to and making recommendations to public officials?
Do you have a minimum of 3 years' experience reviewing and making recommendations for rezonings and land use amendment applications?
Do you have a minimum of 3 years of experience reviewing and approving development plan applications, such as subdivision, site plan, engineering plans, and plats for compliance with land development regulations?
Professional work with responsibility for the supervision, oversight, and coordination of planning assignments for Planning/Development Review projects in the Planning and Development Division. Responsible for administration of Development Review planning management to include task identification and assignment, setting priorities for the flow of work, process review and oversight of the items to be presented to the various boards that the division is responsible to serve. Supervises staff and serves as mentor/coach and performs monthly feedback sessions and evaluations to direct reports, and participates in hiring and/or termination of staff members as directed or advised. Communicates with the public regarding the Land Development Code and Comprehensive Plan and makes regular presentations to the Board of County Commissioners and other Advisory Boards pertaining to assigned planning related projects. Assists the department in achieving its mission and vision statements.
- Salary will be determined depending on qualifications of candidates who exceed the minimum requirements as outlined within the job description.
- Additional compensation based on licensure.
NOTE: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Oversees and supervises the work activities of a team of Planners. Organizes, directs, and supervises work activities in the areas of process management.
Reviews development plans for compliance with the Seminole County Land Development Code including but not limited to commercial site plans and residential subdivision plans. Interprets the Land Development Code and Comprehensive Plan.
Manages the development and implementation for review processes for site plan, subdivision and other permit application packages to assure compliance with the planning requirements of the County Code.
Initiates and recommends for approval by the Division Manager and the Department Director the hiring, termination, performance evaluation and disciplinary or commendatory actions for assigned personnel.
Serves as liaison for various boards and committees. Prepares and presents agenda items for the Board of County Commissioners. Attends Development Review Committee meetings and presents reports, comments and recommendations for projects in the review process. Ensures appropriate fees are assessed and collected according to procedures set forth.
Provides technical assistance to other staff, officials and developers on review process matters relating to the analysis and interpretation of the Zoning code and Comprehensive Plan requirements.
Performs all administrative management duties for division in the absence of the manager.
Additional Duties
Performs other related work as required.
In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Planning or Public Administration or closely related field, and seven (7) years of local government planning, administration, or management of planning and development review experience required, and a minimum of two (2) years of experience supervising Planning personnel.
Preference will be given to those with a Master's Degree.
Professional registration or certification is preferred.
A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
Additional Requirements
Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of planning, zoning, development regulations and permitting.
Considerable knowledge of the Seminole County current planning practices, County Land Development Code and Florida Comprehensive Planning process.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to city and county land development issues, regulations, grants and programs.
Knowledge of statistics, graphics, and basic research methods employed in assimilating, compiling, evaluating, and presenting information and recommendations.
Knowledge of local government operations with particular reference to county administration.
Considerable ability to develop, plan, and participate in research and planning projects.
Ability to analyze and interpret complex data, present information, ideas, and recommendations clearly and succinctly in written and oral form.
Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with agencies, groups, and individuals associated with development issues.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and make presentations before large and small groups.
Ability to exercise considerable initiative and work independently to accomplish assigned duties.
General knowledge of Windows and various office software packages.
Ability to perform planning analysis, database management, document preparation and general information management including ArcView Mapping Software.
Ability to interpret technical documents and plans such as the Land Development Code and Comprehensive Plan.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License.
All employees must attend Seminole County Required Trainings.
Department Specific trainings per position may be required.
County-paid Benefits For Employees
Competitive Wages: Our compensation system includes competitive hiring salaries.
Paid Time Off: New full-time employees accrue 20 days per year of Paid Time Off (16 days for 24-hour shift personnel). New part-time employees accrue 83 hours per year of Paid Time Off. Accrual rates increase with service time.
Paid Holidays: We observe 12 paid holidays which includes an employee birthday holiday and a floating Work/Life Day.
Bereavement Leave: Employees may receive up to one week paid leave per fiscal year for absence due to the death of an immediate family member.
Florida Retirement System: All employees in regularly established positions are automatically covered from the first day of employment. Seminole County makes contribution on behalf of the employee and the employee is also required to make a 3% contribution.
Employees Assistance Program: Our EAP provider can help employees and their families with issues such as personal/family matters, financial debt counseling, substance abuse, etc.
Training and Development Program: The Employee Learning Center provides training opportunities for employees which promote performance, enhance employees’ work life experiences, and support the organization.
Employee Awards and Recognition: A program to reward outstanding performance and enhance service to the citizens of Seminole County.
Wellness Center: Includes exercise equipment, resource library, and educational programs.
Health Insurance: Health Insurance is effective the first of the month after completing 30 calendar days of employment. Seminole County offers a Point of Service (POS) plan. Dependent coverage is also available, the cost is split between the employee and employer. This benefit is not extended to part-time employees.
Life Insurance: Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employees, equal to one times annual salary. Not extended to part-time employees.
Long-Term Disability: Provides 60% of salary after 6 months of disability. Not extended to part-time employees.
Optional Benefits (employee-paid) For Full-time Employees
Deferred Compensation Plan (457): Employees may choose to have pre-tax payroll deductions made for deposit into this savings plan up to an IRS-established maximum.
Dental Insurance: A choice of 3 plans is available for employees and dependents at employee expense.
Additional Life Insurance: At employee expense, additional life insurance up to five times annual salary; dependent coverage also available.
Short-Term Disability Insurance: 60% of salary for the first six months of disability at employee expense.
Cancer and Specified Disease: Pays a benefit directly to the employee if being treated for this disease.
Flexible Spending Account: A pre-tax account for childcare and un-reimbursed medical expenses.
Pre-Tax Payroll Deductions: Under Section 125 of the IRS Code, certain payroll deductions for insurance coverage may be taken out prior to income being taxed.
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Are you comfortable presenting to and making recommendations to public officials?
- Yes
- No
Do you have a minimum of 3 years' experience reviewing and making recommendations for rezonings and land use amendment applications?
- Yes
- No
Do you have a minimum of 3 years of experience reviewing and approving development plan applications, such as subdivision, site plan, engineering plans, and plats for compliance with land development regulations?
- Yes
- No
- Required Question
