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Make a difference in the community you live in! As a Community Builderan employee with the City of Gainesville you will have a direct hand in building and improving your community and making a visible impact on the lives of your neighbors. Working for local government is more than a job its a chance to contribute to community success and to help enhance the Gainesville way of life.

Department:

GGSustainable Development: Planning

Salary Range Minimum:

$68979.59

Salary Range Maximum:

$108234.05

Closing Date:

11/04/2025

Job Details:

This is advanced level professional planning work in the administration of the Citys planning program.
Positions allocated to this classification report to a Project Lead and work under general supervision. Work in this class is distinguished from other classes by its advanced application of professional skills in leading various planning projects in a team/project environment.

***May underfill as a Planner I or Planner II***


Planner I Education & Experience:

Masters degree in Urban Design or City Planning architecture civil engineering geography landscape architecture mathematics planning social sciences urban design environmental studies urban studies from a program accredited by the American Planning Association; or

A Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in architecture civil engineering geography landscape architecture mathematics planning social sciences urban design urban studies environmental studies or a related field; and two (2) years of experience in urban design environmental sciences or land use planning.

Possession of an American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification; American Institute of Architects (AIA) certification; or a Registered Landscape Architect (RLA) may be substituted for one (1) year of urban design or land use planning work experience.


Planner II Education & Experience:

Masters Degree in Urban Design or City Planning Urban Design City Planning Architecture Civil Engineering Geography Landscape Architecture Environmental Studies Urban Studies from a program accredited by the American Planning Association and three (3) years of experience in urban design environmental sciences or land use planning; OR

Bachelor degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in architecture civil engineering geography landscape architecture planning environmental studies urban design urban studies or a related field; and five (5) years of experience in urban design environmental sciences or land use planning.

Possession of an American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification; American Institute of Architects (AIA) certification; or a Registered Landscape Architect (RLA) may be substituted for one (1) year of urban design or land use planning work experience.


Planner III Education & Experience:

Masters degree in Urban Design City Planning Architecture Civil Engineering Geography Landscape Architecture Environmental Studies Urban Studies or a related field from a program accredited by the American Planning Association and five (5) years of experience in urban design environmental sciences or land use planning; OR

Bachelor degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in architecture civil engineering geography landscape architecture planning environmental studies urban design urban studies or a related field and seven ( 7) years of experience in urban design environmental sciences or land use planning.

Possession of an American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification; American Institute of Architects (AIA) certification; or a Registered Landscape Architect (RLA) may be substituted for one (1) year of urban design or land use planning work experience.

Job Description:

SUMMARY

This is advanced-level professional planning work in the administration of the Citys planning program.

Positions allocated to this classification report to a Project Lead and work under general supervision. Work in this class is distinguished from other classes by its advanced application of professional skills in leading various planning projects in a team/project environment.

EXAMPLES OF WORK*

*This section of the job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities of the position. The omission of a specific job function does not exempt an employee from being required to perform additional tasks that are incidental to or inherent in the job. Performance of lower-level duties may be required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Plans organizes and leads work as assigned by the Department Director or designee completed by the Planning Division staff in a team/project setting.

Conducts background research surveys establishes a record on land use and zoning and prepares related staff reports.

Leads plans and coordinates the work of a project team.

Performs complex land use zoning and planning studies.

Makes presentations and recommendations to advisory boards Committees and City Commission based on results of completed studies and sound planning practices.

Reviews and takes appropriate action on field reports related to planning.

Interprets zoning ordinances and the comprehensive plan to City officials and the public.

Confers with the public on matters concerning planning and plan implementation including speaking to organizations providing technical assistance to advisory boards and participating in individual conferences.

Attends work on a continuous and regular basis.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Chairs appropriate Technical Review Committees and coordinates review processes by various City interdepartmental and outside agencies.

Confers with the public on zoning and planning matters.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. Below are the required education experience knowledge skills and abilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Masters degree in Urban Design City Planning Architecture Civil Engineering Geography Landscape Architecture Environmental Studies Urban Studies or a related field from a program accredited by the American Planning Association and five (5) years of experience in urban design environmental sciences land use planning or related field; OR

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in architecture civil engineering geography landscape architecture planning environmental studies urban design urban studies or a related field and seven (7) years of experience in urban design environmental sciences land use planning or related field.

Possession of an American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification American Institute of Architects (AIA) certification or a Registered Landscape Architect (RLA) may be substituted for one (1) year of urban design or land use planning work experience.

CERTIFICATIONS OR LICENSES

Licenses

Valid drivers license required upon appointment. Valid Florida Drivers License required within thirty (30) days of start date and at all times while employed in this classification.

Certifications

Desirable to have accreditation from the American Planning Associations professional institute American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) or from Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) a green building certification program that recognizes best-in-class building strategies and practices.

For positions within the Public Works Department it is desirable to have accreditation from the Institute of Transportation Engineers as a certified Professional Transportation Planner.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of laws ordinances regulations and statutes that govern planning functions.

Thorough knowledge of planning principles and practices as applied to the collection of community planning data and to the preparation of planning reports and studies in both graphic and written form.

Knowledge of state and local laws and regulations relating to planning including of State Comprehensive Plan regimen.

Knowledge of zoning subdivision regulations and other development ordinances.

Ability to plan schedule organize and lead project team when warranted.

Ability to carry out complex planning studies and analyze information and make substantive recommendations based on such studies.

Ability to manage projects effectively as a team.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Strong interpersonal skills as demonstrated by the ability to interact collaboratively and productively and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals of diverse backgrounds including elected and appointed government officials Charter Officers City employees representatives of other agencies and the general public.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully an individual must possess certain physical abilities and be able to withstand work-related environmental conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job the employee is often required to sit for prolonged periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work may require the performance of tasks outdoors under varying climatic conditions and walking on uneven terrain during field inspections.

May be required to work and attend meetings outside regular business hours.

Note:

May Require Assessment(s).

May fill multiple positions.

May establish an eligibility list.

Come join our team! The City of Gainesville offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.

All regular employees are eligible for traditional benefits such as health insurance life insurance paid leave 11 paid a holidays a year a pension plan and a deferred compensation plan but we also offer great things like on-site fitness centers tuition reimbursement on-site medical staff and a wellness program to keep you healthy and happy. Please note; benefits are not available for temporary employees.

Equal Opportunity

The City of Gainesville is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in hiring. Minorities women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Individuals with a disability who require special accommodations during the selection process should notify the Human Resources Department at or TDD/TTY at .

Veterans Preference

Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans Preference ensures that veterans and eligible persons are given consideration at each step of the selection process. However preference does not guarantee that a veteran or other eligible person will be the candidate selected to fill the position. Section 295.07 Florida Statutes (F.S.) specifies who is eligible for Veterans Preference. State of Florida residency is not required for Veterans Preference.

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