Planner II - Planning Services
Pasco Police Department, Florida, NY, United States
Planner II (Long Range)
The Planner II (Long Range) position supports a wide range of planning activities within the Planning and Development Department, Long Range Planning Division. This mid‑level role involves professional‑level duties and judgment and requires fewer routine administrative tasks.
Essential Job Functions
Develop planning studies and reports in support of new and updated plans, programs, and regulations.
Review moderate‑difficulty development proposals and site plans for conformance with codes, plans, and regulations.
Prepare and present detailed reports on development proposals to government bodies.
Collect statistical data and prepare reports and maps on topics such as census information, land use, tax‑base data, and occupancy rates.
Act as liaison between community groups, government agencies, developers and elected officials in developing neighborhood plans.
Coordinate community review of public and private development projects.
Provide information to the public regarding development regulations.
Assist in resolving citizen and customer issues.
Oversee the work of consultants and interns.
Conduct field evaluations and assessments.
Attend evening and weekend meetings.
Perform related duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of general planning law principles and practices at the local, regional and state levels of government.
Knowledge of basic urban design and land‑use concepts.
Knowledge of principles and practices of research and data collection.
Demonstrated skill in visual communication and physical design.
Ability to apply statistical, algebraic or geometric knowledge practically.
Ability to create and present ideas and findings clearly and concisely in written, oral and graphic form.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department heads, outside agencies and the general public.
Ability to participate in planning studies and multiple projects simultaneously; work independently or in a team environment.
Ability to balance details with big‑picture goals and vision.
Ability to interpret applicable legislation, rules and codes.
Ability to operate common computer software in the planning profession, including MS Office Suite, GIS, Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, In‑Design, Photoshop, Acrobat Pro), AutoCAD, Community Viz, SketchUp or similar visualization tools.
Minimum Requirements
Physical skill: Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication.
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s Degree in a related discipline OR a Bachelor’s Degree with at least two (2) years of professional urban and regional planning experience. A Master’s Degree is preferred.
Licenses: Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license.
Additional Statements
ADA Statement: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of this position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Drug‑free workplace: Pasco County BCC is a drug‑free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law.
Emergency response, recovery activities: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency and may be temporarily assigned to duties outside the normal scope of their position to meet the needs of the County and citizens.
Veterans’ preference: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A‑7, Pasco County BCC provides preference in appointment to eligible veterans.
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The Planner II (Long Range) position supports a wide range of planning activities within the Planning and Development Department, Long Range Planning Division. This mid‑level role involves professional‑level duties and judgment and requires fewer routine administrative tasks.
Essential Job Functions
Develop planning studies and reports in support of new and updated plans, programs, and regulations.
Review moderate‑difficulty development proposals and site plans for conformance with codes, plans, and regulations.
Prepare and present detailed reports on development proposals to government bodies.
Collect statistical data and prepare reports and maps on topics such as census information, land use, tax‑base data, and occupancy rates.
Act as liaison between community groups, government agencies, developers and elected officials in developing neighborhood plans.
Coordinate community review of public and private development projects.
Provide information to the public regarding development regulations.
Assist in resolving citizen and customer issues.
Oversee the work of consultants and interns.
Conduct field evaluations and assessments.
Attend evening and weekend meetings.
Perform related duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of general planning law principles and practices at the local, regional and state levels of government.
Knowledge of basic urban design and land‑use concepts.
Knowledge of principles and practices of research and data collection.
Demonstrated skill in visual communication and physical design.
Ability to apply statistical, algebraic or geometric knowledge practically.
Ability to create and present ideas and findings clearly and concisely in written, oral and graphic form.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department heads, outside agencies and the general public.
Ability to participate in planning studies and multiple projects simultaneously; work independently or in a team environment.
Ability to balance details with big‑picture goals and vision.
Ability to interpret applicable legislation, rules and codes.
Ability to operate common computer software in the planning profession, including MS Office Suite, GIS, Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, In‑Design, Photoshop, Acrobat Pro), AutoCAD, Community Viz, SketchUp or similar visualization tools.
Minimum Requirements
Physical skill: Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication.
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s Degree in a related discipline OR a Bachelor’s Degree with at least two (2) years of professional urban and regional planning experience. A Master’s Degree is preferred.
Licenses: Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license.
Additional Statements
ADA Statement: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of this position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Drug‑free workplace: Pasco County BCC is a drug‑free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law.
Emergency response, recovery activities: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency and may be temporarily assigned to duties outside the normal scope of their position to meet the needs of the County and citizens.
Veterans’ preference: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A‑7, Pasco County BCC provides preference in appointment to eligible veterans.
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