Principal Planner

Planning

Nassau County Board of County Commissioners

96135 Nassau Place, Suite 5

Yulee, FL 32097

www.nassaucountyfl.com

 

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.

To view the position description or submit your application for consideration, visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nassaucountyfl/

Advanced and highly responsible position performing and supervising complex projects and long-range planning in a fast-growing County that prides itself on innovative planning practices. General responsibilities include performing the review of 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 analyses and presentations of development applications and proposals. This employee will often be the team lead on planning projects of various kinds.

• Manages, organizes, plans, prepares, evaluates and implements complex planning projects.
• Provides direction and support to other departments, the development community, and the general public regarding development requirements and land use projects.
• Supervises, directs, coordinates, assigns and implements department work plans and assignments.  Delegates responsibility and appropriate authority to assigned staff.
• Represents the County at various community meetings.
• Oversees staffing support to the Essential Housing Advisory Committee.
• Represents the County at various community meetings.
• Reviews, develops, and prepares updates to the County’s Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Code to ensure updates meet County goals and follow state and federal regulations.
• Oversees special annual projects and long-range planning activities.
• Coordinates and promotes department’s work with other County departments, local, regional, and state planning agencies and organizations by providing technical assistance related to County projects, procedures, goals, and objectives.
• Conducts internal and external customer service providing feedback on applications and resolving issues.
• Prepares Evaluation and Appraisal Review (EAR) based on amendments to the Comprehensive Plan as mandated by State law.
• Prepares draft ordinances and amendments to ordinances.
• Responds to public inquiries both orally and in writing.
• Assists with development review as needed.
• Reviews and analyzes reports, studies, and other documents.
• Attends and participates in various meetings for agenda items relevant to design and plan review. Makes presentations to the Planning and Zoning Board, Conditional Use and Variance Board, the Board of County Commissioners and citizens’ groups as required; provides technical assistance regarding planning and design issues.
• Performs general office/administrative work as required, including preparing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, attending meetings, etc.

• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, co-workers, County personnel, engineers, contractors, consultants, architects, Board members, community/civic organizations and the general public.

• Operates a vehicle and a variety of equipment, which may include a computer, telephone, calculator, copier, etc.

• Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness.  Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and leave requests.
• Performs related duties 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.)

Requires a Master’s Degree in Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture or related field, six (6) years experience in urban/municipal planning and design, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must obtain an American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification within twenty-four (24) months from date of hire.  Must possess a valid State Driver's License.

The range for this position is $68,801.78 - $104,689.67. 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 & Equal Opportunity Employer; Nassau County values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and that the County supports the hiring of returning service members, military spouses, and their family members as such this position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference in accordance with applicable laws.