Planner I - City of Panama City, FL : Job Details

Salary : $39,104.00 Annually Location : Panama City, FL Job Type: Full- Time Job Number: 202####### Department: Development Services Division: City Planning Opening Date: 01/21/2025 Salary: Salary/Hourly wages may be adjusted based upon experience within Step Plan Parameters MAJOR FUNCTIONS This position functions under the general guidance and leadership of the Director of the Development Services Department. This position involves professional planning initiatives to include assigned research concerning land use and zoning cases and development review. Extensive public involvement, contact with the public officials, the coordination with internal departments and external agencies are key communications aspects of this position. The Planner I is an entry level position that requires substantial attention to detail, organization and ability to read and understand written documents. ESSENTIAL DUTIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Provides general information to the public on zoning and other land development issues.
• Assists the public in interpreting various land use codes, rules, maps and regulations.
• Informs citizens, applicants and developers of required restrictions associated with the Land Development Code.
• Interacts with the general public in an effective, courteous and customer focused manner.
• Reviews beverage license applications for consistency with local zoning ordinances.
• Performs duties as it relates to the Unified Land Development Code and Comprehensive Plan.
• Interprets, clarifies and explains information concerning land use and development matters and cases to internal and external customers.
• Conducts research and prepares reports concerning development order, zoning and land use amendment requests.
• Collects and interprets various data and information and prepares maps and reports.
• Applies city code ordinances to application requests and informs applicants the impact to them and their property or projects accordingly.
• Reviews, processes and issues zoning and permitted use verification letters, subdivision, lot split, lot combinations and lot reconfiguration letters.
• Reviews all planning permits, sign, accessory, residential and small-scale Commercial Development Order applications and site plans.
• Issues permits to ensure conformance with planning and zoning ordinance requirements and restriction.
• Reviews Certificate of Acceptance requests for consistency with local land development regulations.
• Prepares and presents detailed reports and other findings to other team members, Planning Board and the City Commission including variances, major developments, annexations, future land use amendments and rezonings.
• Maintains records and communications pertaining to assigned permit, administrative, Development Order, Certificate of Acceptance and Planning Board requests.
• Assists planning team with Planning Board and City Commission meetings.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Basic knowledge of the methods, practices and techniques used in the professional planning field.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective, cooperative, team focused and courteous working relationships with City team members, elected officials, various agencies and the general public.
• Ability to learn third party software in an efficient and self-directed manner.

• Ability to review plans and apply provisions of the ordinances and codes to determine compliance with regulations including ability to apply regulations to field conditions.
• Knowledge of effective Standard Business English writing techniques including proper grammar, sentence structure and effective communication.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

• Ability to prepare documents, findings and reports and present oral and written presentations to small groups in an accurate, clear and concise manner.
• Strong abilities in providing solutions to problems or questions from team members.

• Ability to analyze facts and exercise sound judgment in arriving at conclusions.
• Strong ability to multi-task and work on several projects or issues simultaneously while meeting internal and external deadlines.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Ability to meet firm deadlines and maintain a strong level of organization.
• Knowledge of effective communication and interpersonal skills to explain rules and procedures clearly, courteously and effectively to the public.
• Basic mathematical skills including ability to evaluate logic as it is calculated on applications.
• Strong problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve vaguely defined practical problems.
• Basic understanding of Global Information Systems (GIS).
• Ability to communicate with the general public to determine what their goals are as it relates to the relevant Development Codes and Comprehensive Plan.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in urban planning or major coursework in government, law, engineering, design, economics, social science, geography, statistics or related field.
• Master's degree in urban planning or with coursework in government, law, engineering, design, economics, social science, geography, statistics or related field desired.
• Experience with Geographical Information Systems (GIS) preferred.
• Valid driver's license

A comparable amount of training or experience may be substituted for the minimum requirements. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Summary:

• Occasionally - Lift/Carry: 20+ lbs., Push/Pull: 25+ lbs., Crawl, Work at Heights, Traverse Uneven Terrain, Squat/Kneel, Climb.
• Frequently - Lift/Carry: 10-20 lbs., Push/Pull: 12-25 lbs. Reach above Shoulder and Reach Outward, Bend, Twist/Turn, Drive.
• Constantly - Lift/Carry: 10 lbs. or less, Push/Pull: 12 lbs. or less, Handling/Fine Motor Skills, Stand, Walk, Sit, Type.

Work may require moderate exposure to one or more disagreeable conditions (i.e., inclement weather, excessive noise, extreme temperatures, strong odors, or dust) The position involves a minimal degree of risk with time sensitive deadlines being a consistent part of the job. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The primary duty of the position is mostly office environment with some field environment exposure as required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. DISCLAIMER These are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position. Panama City Offers a complete benefits package to all full time employees. Below is a list of the benefits offered by the City. For more detailed information about the benefits please reach out to the Human Resources Department. WORK/ LIFE INTEGRATION

• 12 Days of Paid Time Off
• 12 Days of Paid Sick leave- 6 may be used for family
• 12 Days of Paid Holidays
• Birthday Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave
• Social Event Outings
• Employee Assistance Program

HEALTH & WELLNESS

• Medical Benefits-Team Member (ZERO cost option available)
• Family Member Benefits available (City supplemented premium)
• Dental Benefits (Premium paid in FULL for Team Members)
• Orthodontic coverage for children (under 19)
• Vision Benefits
• Blood Drives (ADDITIONAL Paid Time Off for participation)
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Health Savings Account/ Medical FSA

FINANCIAL WELLNESS

• General Employee Retirement Pension Fund (10% of annual compensation)
• Access to Professional Financial Advisory Services
• City Paid Life Insurance and AD&D ($50,000)
• Additional Life and AD&D coverage available for employees, spouse, and Children
• Short-term Disability (Paid in FULL by City)
• Long-term Disability (Paid in FULL by City)
• Accidental Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Education Assistance Program/ Tuition Reimbursement
• Job Stability & Security