Planner III - Planning & Development Services
Apply NowCompany: County of Volusia, FL
Location: El Jobean, FL 33927
Description:
Salary : $67,708.00 - $99,210.00 Annually
Location : Fl 32720, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 25-00212 B
Department: Growth and Resource Management
Division: Planning and Development Services
Opening Date: 04/10/2025
Closing Date: 4/24/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Major Functions
The County of Volusia is seeking an experienced Planner III for the Planning and Development Services Division. This position is located in DeLand, Florida, and will be responsible for implementing the county's growth management plans and ensuring that lands are developed in accordance with all applicable growth management regulations. This includes gathering, analyzing, and presenting technical information to develop public policy and reviewing construction documents and civil engineering plans. Project management skills and the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple assignments are essential. All candidates applying for this position must have excellent writing, presentation, and analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively with staff, applicants, and the public, as well as elected and appointed officials. Candidates must have practical knowledge of planning practices, urban design principles, subdivisions, zoning regulations, legal descriptions, and the public land survey system. This position reports to the Land Development Manager and may be assigned to supervise junior planners, Zoning Technicians, and/or other customer service staff. Excellent customer service is a must, in keeping with Volusia County's customer service standards.
NOTE: Candidates may submit at least two reports that he/she presented to a Planning Board or City/County Council or Commission at the time of application, or upon request.
Illustrative Duties
(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.)
Planner III
Minimum Requirements
Eight (8) years of progressively responsible work experience in planning, geography, environmental science, engineering, architecture, history, public administration, political science, or related field in public or private planning, design, land use, or development agency.
OR
Bachelor's degree in planning, geography, environmental science, engineering, architecture, history, public administration, political science, or related field and four (4) years of experience in related field in public or private planning, design, land use, or development agency.
OR
Master's degree in planning, geography, environmental science, engineering, architecture, history, public administration, political science, or related field, and two (2) years of experience in a related field in public or private planning, design, land use, or development agency.
NOTE: Candidates who possess the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification or Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) are desirable.
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License at time of hire.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License within thirty (30) days of hire.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
ADA REQUIREMENTS:
Mental Demands: Ability to read and comprehend technical and professional journals and manuals, reports, abstracts, statistical data, and legal documents. Ability to perform general mathematical functions. Ability to write comprehensive reports relaying detail, data, and information. Ability to speak effectively, publicly and extemporaneously, conversant in policies, techniques and planning procedures. Ability to analyze complex data and develop conclusions.
Physical Demands: Sedentary work. Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry a minimum of 10 pounds. Ability to look at a computer screen for long periods and operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement. Ability to speak, hear, and see.
Environmental Demands: Generally inside work.
Volusia County is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Veterans' preference in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes:
HEALTH INSURANCE
RETIREMENT
SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE
PAID TIME OFF
HOLIDAYS
The County of Volusia observes the following holidays annually:
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
Temporary and intermittent employees are not paid for holidays and are not eligible for benefits.
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NOTE: Your response to the following supplemental questions must match the information in the work experience section on your application. If your responses do not match, your application will be deemed incomplete and will disqualify you from further consideration.
02
Do you have a valid Florida driver's license?
03
If you answered "No" to the previous question, will you be able to obtain a Florida driver's license within thirty (30) days of hire?
04
Do you have at least eight (8) years of progressively responsible work experience in planning, geography, environmental science, engineering, architecture, history, public administration, political science, or related field in public or private planning, design, land use, or development agency?
05
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please indicate the following:
(1) the number of years,
(2) position title
(3) brief description of your experience and
(4) the name of the agency/organization(s).
If you answered "No", please indicate N/A.
06
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in planning, geography, environmental science, engineering, architecture, history, public administration, political science, or related field and four (4) years of experience in related field in public or private planning, design, land use, or development agency?
07
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please indicate the following:
(1) the number of years,
(2) position title
(3) brief description of your experience and
(4) the name of the agency/organization(s).
If you answered "No", please indicate N/A.)
08
Do you have a Master's degree in planning, geography, environmental science, engineering, architecture, history, public administration, political science, or related field, and two (2) years of experience in a related field in public or private planning, design, land use, or development agency?
09
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please indicate the following:
(1) the number of years,
(2) position title
(3) brief description of your experience and
(4) the name of the agency/organization(s).
If you answered "No", please indicate N/A.
10
How many years of experience do you have in a public or private land development, zoning, or planning organization?
11
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please indicate the following:
(1) position title
(2) brief description of your experience and
(3) the name of the agency/organization(s).
12
Do you possess the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification?
13
If you answered "No" to the previous question, are you willing and able to obtain the (AICP) certification when you become eligible?
14
Are you a Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM)?
15
If you answered "No" to the previous question, are you willing and able to obtain the CFM certification when you become eligible?
16
In paragraph form, explain your knowledge of land development review, including subdivision and zoning regulations.
17
Have you ever worked as a temporary/lease employee for the County of Volusia?
18
If you answered "Yes", please indicate when, position title, and department/division. If you answered "No" please indicate N/A.
19
Where did you hear about this position?
20
If you answered "Other" to the previous question, please indicate which specific source.
Required Question
Location : Fl 32720, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 25-00212 B
Department: Growth and Resource Management
Division: Planning and Development Services
Opening Date: 04/10/2025
Closing Date: 4/24/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Major Functions
The County of Volusia is seeking an experienced Planner III for the Planning and Development Services Division. This position is located in DeLand, Florida, and will be responsible for implementing the county's growth management plans and ensuring that lands are developed in accordance with all applicable growth management regulations. This includes gathering, analyzing, and presenting technical information to develop public policy and reviewing construction documents and civil engineering plans. Project management skills and the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple assignments are essential. All candidates applying for this position must have excellent writing, presentation, and analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively with staff, applicants, and the public, as well as elected and appointed officials. Candidates must have practical knowledge of planning practices, urban design principles, subdivisions, zoning regulations, legal descriptions, and the public land survey system. This position reports to the Land Development Manager and may be assigned to supervise junior planners, Zoning Technicians, and/or other customer service staff. Excellent customer service is a must, in keeping with Volusia County's customer service standards.
NOTE: Candidates may submit at least two reports that he/she presented to a Planning Board or City/County Council or Commission at the time of application, or upon request.
Illustrative Duties
(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.)
Planner III
- Performs advanced level of planning duties as described in the Planner II level.
- May serve as principal planner for major program areas such as demographics, transportation, historic preservation, land development, land use, project design, economic development, floodplain administration, and zoning activity functions.
- Supervises and advises one or more lower-level Planners, Zoning Technicians, and/or customer service staff depending on the projects assigned.
- Assists subordinates in performing their duties and responsibilities.
- Represents the Planning and Development Services Division and Volusia County on various government, quasi-government, and citizen councils, boards, and committees, and provides professional planning assistance to those boards.
- Prepares and/or critiques master development plans and engineered site plans showing the placement of building masses, parking areas, landscaping buffers, traffic patterns, and related supporting uses and facilities.
- Makes regular public presentations to the Development Review Committee, Planning and Land Development Regulation Commission, and other boards, of a highly technical and analytical nature. Writes staff reports and PowerPoint presentations that relate to advanced-level planning analysis in a concise and understandable way.
- Answers questions extemporaneously during cross-examination.
- Prepares and presents public information/education programs.
- Attends community workshops on a variety of subjects.
- May research and write grant applications on a variety of topics.
- May participate in creating county grant programs or providing data and recommendations on award selection of county grant applications.
- Review local government plans, developments, or ordinances to determine the impact on county services, facilities, and programs.
- Acts as the Land Development Manager in their absence.
- May be assigned to other county locations based upon operational needs.
- Attends work on a regular and consistent basis.
- May be assigned to attend meetings, workshops, or public hearings outside of regular business hours with advance notice.
- Must adhere to Federal, State, County, and Local ordinances.
- Responds to emergency situations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Eight (8) years of progressively responsible work experience in planning, geography, environmental science, engineering, architecture, history, public administration, political science, or related field in public or private planning, design, land use, or development agency.
OR
Bachelor's degree in planning, geography, environmental science, engineering, architecture, history, public administration, political science, or related field and four (4) years of experience in related field in public or private planning, design, land use, or development agency.
OR
Master's degree in planning, geography, environmental science, engineering, architecture, history, public administration, political science, or related field, and two (2) years of experience in a related field in public or private planning, design, land use, or development agency.
NOTE: Candidates who possess the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification or Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) are desirable.
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License at time of hire.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License within thirty (30) days of hire.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge, abilities, and skills of the Planner II level.
- Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems, interactive maps, and other geospatial data and tools.
- Knowledge of surveys, maps, and engineered site plans, and the ability to read and understand the components of such documents.
- Knowledge of state, county, and municipal planning, zoning, and development standards, including state subdivision platting regulations.
- Knowledge of the development review process.
- Knowledge of legal descriptions and the Public Land Survey System.
- Knowledge of the state subdivision regulations.
- Ability to communicate effectively and have excellent public speaking skills.
- Ability to answer technical questions extemporaneously during cross-examination or ad hoc discussions.
- Ability to demonstrate presentation, organizational, written, and time management skills.
- Ability to identify problems and issues and to develop sound public policies, programs, and strategies to implement solutions.
- Ability to write reports and presentation materials that relate advanced-level planning analysis in a concise and understandable way.
- Ability to supervise other planners, zoning technicians, and customer service staff.
- Ability to coordinate plan review with other county staff and outside agencies and divisions and facilitate meaningful discussions.
- Ability to work under stressful conditions.
- Ability to interact effectively with others and within a team.
- Must be able to relocate to other county locations based upon operational needs.
ADA REQUIREMENTS:
Mental Demands: Ability to read and comprehend technical and professional journals and manuals, reports, abstracts, statistical data, and legal documents. Ability to perform general mathematical functions. Ability to write comprehensive reports relaying detail, data, and information. Ability to speak effectively, publicly and extemporaneously, conversant in policies, techniques and planning procedures. Ability to analyze complex data and develop conclusions.
Physical Demands: Sedentary work. Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry a minimum of 10 pounds. Ability to look at a computer screen for long periods and operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement. Ability to speak, hear, and see.
Environmental Demands: Generally inside work.
Volusia County is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Veterans' preference in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes:
HEALTH INSURANCE
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
RETIREMENT
- Florida Retirement System (FRS)
- Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP)
- Deferred Compensation (475 Plan)
SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE
- Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Cancer Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
PAID TIME OFF
- Personal Leave
- Holidays
- Bereavement
- Military
HOLIDAYS
The County of Volusia observes the following holidays annually:
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King Day
- Good Friday
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Veterans Day
- Thanksgiving (and day after)
- Christmas
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Onsite Wellness/Fitness Center
- Computer Purchase Program
- Direct Deposit Payroll
Temporary and intermittent employees are not paid for holidays and are not eligible for benefits.
01
NOTE: Your response to the following supplemental questions must match the information in the work experience section on your application. If your responses do not match, your application will be deemed incomplete and will disqualify you from further consideration.
- I have read and understand the above statement.
02
Do you have a valid Florida driver's license?
- Yes
- No
03
If you answered "No" to the previous question, will you be able to obtain a Florida driver's license within thirty (30) days of hire?
- Yes
- No
- Not Applicable
04
Do you have at least eight (8) years of progressively responsible work experience in planning, geography, environmental science, engineering, architecture, history, public administration, political science, or related field in public or private planning, design, land use, or development agency?
- Yes
- No
05
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please indicate the following:
(1) the number of years,
(2) position title
(3) brief description of your experience and
(4) the name of the agency/organization(s).
If you answered "No", please indicate N/A.
06
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in planning, geography, environmental science, engineering, architecture, history, public administration, political science, or related field and four (4) years of experience in related field in public or private planning, design, land use, or development agency?
- Yes
- No
07
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please indicate the following:
(1) the number of years,
(2) position title
(3) brief description of your experience and
(4) the name of the agency/organization(s).
If you answered "No", please indicate N/A.)
08
Do you have a Master's degree in planning, geography, environmental science, engineering, architecture, history, public administration, political science, or related field, and two (2) years of experience in a related field in public or private planning, design, land use, or development agency?
- Yes
- No
09
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please indicate the following:
(1) the number of years,
(2) position title
(3) brief description of your experience and
(4) the name of the agency/organization(s).
If you answered "No", please indicate N/A.
10
How many years of experience do you have in a public or private land development, zoning, or planning organization?
11
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please indicate the following:
(1) position title
(2) brief description of your experience and
(3) the name of the agency/organization(s).
12
Do you possess the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification?
- Yes
- No
13
If you answered "No" to the previous question, are you willing and able to obtain the (AICP) certification when you become eligible?
- Yes
- No
- Not Applicable
14
Are you a Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM)?
- Yes
- No
15
If you answered "No" to the previous question, are you willing and able to obtain the CFM certification when you become eligible?
- Yes
- No
16
In paragraph form, explain your knowledge of land development review, including subdivision and zoning regulations.
17
Have you ever worked as a temporary/lease employee for the County of Volusia?
- Yes
- No
18
If you answered "Yes", please indicate when, position title, and department/division. If you answered "No" please indicate N/A.
19
Where did you hear about this position?
- County of Volusia website
- Indeed.com
- Orlandojobs.com
- Social Media sites (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, Linked In)
- Other
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If you answered "Other" to the previous question, please indicate which specific source.
Required Question