Nassau County is 726 square miles of natural beauty located in the northeast corner of Florida along the Atlantic Ocean and Interstate 95. With 13 miles of pristine beaches, hundreds of miles of rivers, historic downtown Fernandina Beach, and an expanding economy. The combination of rich history, rural charm, natural resources, quality-of-life, and proximity to strategic installations provides Nassau County with unparalleled potential.  Part of the Jacksonville Metropolitan Area, Nassau County has a population of 91,113 and a regional population of 1.6 million, the Florida Bureau of Economic and Business Research (BEBR) estimates that Nassau County grew by 4.92% last year ranking as the 4th fastest-growing county, by percent growth, in Florida [2nd among counties with a population of at least 80,000]. BEBR predicts Nassau County will be the sixth fastest-growing county in the State of Florida over the next 10 years with a projected population expansion of 33% resulting in over 121,600 people calling Nassau County home.

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This position is Advanced and highly responsible position performing complex projects and long-range planning in a fast-growing County that prides itself on innovative planning practices. General responsibilities include reviewing development applications in multiple master planned areas, directing teams in developing master and special area plans, evaluating and formulating land use and transportation strategies, conducting policy research, analyzing and appraising elements of the Comprehensive Plan and preparing written presentations of development applications and proposals. Engaged in comprehensive planning, long-range policy development and initiatives, and project management.

• Evaluates, analyzes, updates and implements the elements of the Comprehensive Plan.
• Conducts and/or manages planning studies to address relevant issues and standards and advises the Planning Director of recommendations on updating/revising regulations and on the requirements of the Comprehensive Plan. Recommends new and revised policies, codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Reviews development in more than 35,000 acres of master planned communities across the County.
• Prepares draft ordinances and amendments to ordinances.
• Researches information pertaining to land development and transportation planning issues.
• Assists in the formulation, enhancement and testing of methods and procedures to monitor and evaluate impact on and capacity of, public services, transportation facilities, parks and capital expenditures.
• Receives and responds to inquiries regarding zoning issues; interprets and explains codes, ordinances and regulations to engineers, architects, contractors, property/business owners, and other interested parties.
• Assists permit applicants and general public to understand land development policies and procedures of the County; determines/verifies zoning status as requested.
• Interacts, communicates with, and coordinates various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, co-workers, County personnel, engineers, contractors, consultants, architects, Board members, landowners, community/civic organizations and the general public.
• Assists the public in completing Comprehensive Plan applications and planning and zoning applications.
• Provides information to the public regarding Zoning Ordinances, the Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Maps.
• Coordinates activities of subordinate employees as directed by the Department Head.
• Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness and accuracy; evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate; offers advice and assistance as needed.
• Reviews development applications, develops staff reports and prepares and delivers presentations to the Conditional Use and Variance Board, Planning and Zoning Board and Board of County Commissioners.
• Provides expert advice to boards regarding planning issues.
• Coordinates planning efforts with consulting firms as required.

(These essential functions are not a complete statement of all duties required of the job. Employees will be required to perform such other related job duties as may be assigned or required.)

The salary range for this position is $61,021.65 - $92,851.55. The County provides a comprehensive benefits program and participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and has a 3% employee contribution requirement. Voluntary supplemental 457 deferred compensation retirement is also available. For additional benefit information, visit: https://www.nassaucountyfl.com/243/Employee-Benefits.

Nassau County is a Drug Free Workplace; This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference in accordance with applicable laws.