senior planner- - Fort Lauderdale - Broward County, FL

Description

Salary : $70, $112,209.06 Annually
Location : Fort Lauderdale, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Port Dept Admin Seaport Plan
Opening Date: 02/10/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Veterans' Preference Notice: Under Section 295.07, Florida Statutes, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment with Broward County and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.
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REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES
The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Planner, Senior at Port Everglades.THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED AND MAY CLOSE AT ANYTIME.
The Senior Planner at Port Everglades is responsible for assisting with the execution, development and implementation of the Planning Section's work, projects and studies. This position serves as the principal professional and technical resource person for activities that support that the Port's planning goals and objectives are being achieved and thoroughly coordinated with local, regional and state partners and plans in an effort to obtain funding for capital projects.

• Assists in the research and preparation of annual work programs and budget.
• Assists with capital grants writing and administration activities
• Assists with long- and short-range planning, including comprehensive planning, economic impact analyses, parking and traffic analysis and current planning for the Port
• Consults, coordinates and advises other departments, units and sections on planning related projects as assigned
• Coordinates and makes presentations at public meetings as assigned
• Supports the Assistant Director of Seaport Planning and Capital Grants in ensuring that Port planning goals and objectives are being accomplished
• Assists with grants application preparation and grants administration
• Assists with planning studies concerning trends and programs for Port development; and processes, analyzes and evaluates data
• Assists with the preparation and development of the Port master plans
• Coordinates all activities with assigned contracts and grants

General Description
Performs advanced professional and highly technical planning work managing a major segment of program administration in a county agency.
Works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in urban planning or closely related field.
Requires two (2) years responsible professional planning experience including two (2) years of lead work/supervisory experience depending upon area of assignment.
Special Certifications and Licenses Required
Ability to secure and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification card (TWIC) within 60 days of employment and for the duration of employment.
Ability to secure and maintain a valid Port Security Identification Badge for the duration of employment.
Ability to secure and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License at the time of appointment and for the duration of employment.
Preferences

• Advanced degree in Planning or related field
• Current Professional Planner Certification (i.e. AICP)
• Current Professional Port Manager (PPM) certification
• Current Project Manager (CPM/PMP) related to urban planning
• Experience in grant writing
• Experience in land use and/or environmental planning
• Experience in marine/seaport planning
• Experience in transportation planning and/or airport planning
• Excellent analytical, report writing, and communication abilities
• Experience in coordinating professional planning projects

SCOPE OF WORK
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.
Prepares and coordinates plans and programs to improve efficiency; provides interagency coordination; manages specific projects and assists in the implementation of community programs.
Assists in the funding of projects through Federal, State and regional grants; performs grant writing and grants program management and administration.
Attends construction meetings providing alternatives to technical solutions and coordination between different construction projects.
Manages front counter and customer service duties regarding review of construction plans and assists customers with any questions about Broward County's permitting process.
Provides customers and staff continual technical support throughout the review process; recommends program and procedural changes; provides supervision, technical guidance and support to professional planning staff.
Reviews all plans for building permits in the unincorporated area of Broward County for the issuance of development orders for building permits and the calculation of development review and impact fees.
Updates spatial data to the County's spatial database servers, an electronic geographic data repository; performs online GIS (geographic information system) application development and internet data-sharing improvements: promoting the County's commitment to e-government and innovation.
Fulfills requests made by County Administration and Board of Commissioners for maps and data; provides technical and data quality assistance to GIS users throughout the County; trouble-shooting software, user, and computer-related problems impeding agency work.
Attends to public inquiries for data, maps and technical assistance, provides assistance to the public for knowledge about data and maps, generally by telephone or electronically, or in-person.
Prepares memoranda, reports and agenda items as required; regularly makes presentations at public and private meetings.
Conducts research and attends training for professional development.
Performs related work as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis, or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of electronic office equipment within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
None.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
Competencies

• Manages Complexity

Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Looks at complex issues from multiple angles; explores issues to uncover underlying issues and root causes; sees the main consequences and implications of different options.

• Decision Quality

Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Consistently demonstrates strong judgment; may be sought out by others for expertise and guidance. Takes smart, independent action in urgent and non-routine situations, knows when to escalate for others' involvement.

• Plans and Aligns

Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Strengthens alignment and coordination between own work and others', providing well-sequenced activities and exact time frames. Foresees and resolves many potential bottlenecks and delays.

• Optimizes Work Processes

Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Pursues, explores, and develops ways to ensure own work is as effective as possible within all relevant processes. Shares an analysis of process problems with stakeholders; discusses how to resolve the issue.

• Ensures Accountability

Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Accepts responsibility for own work, both successes and failures. Handles fair share and does not make excuses for problems. Usually meets commitments to others.

• Communicates Effectively

Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Disseminates knowledge, insights, and updates in a polished, precise, and compelling manner. Demonstrates a deep interest in others' comments. Creates rich documents and reports.

• Manages Ambiguity

Operates effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear. Embraces change, staying focused, positive, and effective. Addresses problems without clear solutions, making substantial progress.
County Core Values
All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.

• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance
Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at or email to make an accommodation request.
Emergency Management Responsibilities
Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee Responsibilities
All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.
Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of County-paid life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,000. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Employees who are hired into a full-time, or part-time position working 20 hours per week, are considered benefits-eligible. Benefits become effective on the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
01
What is your highest level of education with major coursework in urban planning or a closely related field?

• No degree
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate

02
How many years of experience do you have in professional planning? (Must be verifiable on your application)

• Less than 2 years
• 2 years or more

03
How many years of supervisory or lead experience do you have in planning? (Must be verifiable on your application)

• Less than 2 years
• 2 years or more

04
Please select one of the following as it relates to a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC)

• Currently possess a TWIC
• Have the ability to obtain a TWIC within 60 days of employment and will maintain for the duration of employment
• Unable to meet the requirements of obtaining a TWIC

05
Select from the list below any certifications you currently possess: (Select all that apply)

• Current Professional Planner Certification (AICP)
• Certified Project Manager (CPM/PMP) related to Urban Planning
• Professional Port Manager (PPM) Certification
• None

06
Please describe your experience in Grant Writing. If none, state N/A.
07
Please describe your experience in marine/seaport planning. If none, state N/A.
08
Please describe your experience in transportation or airport planning. If none, state N/A.