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Planning Administrator
Job Location:
Job Location:
Fort Lauderdale, FL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
22 July 2026 (26 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
19 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Planning Administrator - Fort Lauderdale FL
SAFEbuilt has the technical expertise to provide Community Development services but the reason for our success is our people. Over 1600 experts make up our team from across the country with experience in a full range of professional services and skills. Each Team member values integrity improvement service teamwork and respect. These Core Values are the foundation of positive relationships among coworkers our clients residents and anyone invested in the continued success of their community.
We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Planning Administrator to join our team of professionals. This position offers great opportunity for dynamic motivated self-starters to work on a variety of work assignments. Youll be a member of our highly respected team of professionals with a full complement of resources to support you and exciting projects to keep you challenged.
Responsibilities:
- Provide leadership guidance mentoring and technical support to planning staff.
- Assist with the administration and daily operations of the Planning Division.
- Review and oversee complex development applications including rezonings comprehensive plan amendments site plans conditional uses variances and subdivision plats.
- Ensure planning projects are completed accurately efficiently and in compliance with applicable regulations.
- Prepare and review staff reports recommendations presentations and planning studies.
- Present recommendations before Planning & Zoning Boards City Councils County Commissions and other public bodies.
- Coordinate with developers consultants engineers architects elected officials and the public throughout the development review process.
- Assist with updates to comprehensive plans land development regulations and departmental policies.
- Support departmental strategic planning budgeting and process improvement initiatives.
- Resolve complex planning issues while maintaining exceptional customer service.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Skills & Knowledge:
- Advanced knowledge of land use planning zoning administration comprehensive planning and land development regulations.
- Strong leadership mentoring and team development skills.
- Excellent project management and organizational abilities.
- Ability to interpret and apply complex planning regulations and policies.
- Strong analytical critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written verbal and presentation skills.
- Ability to build collaborative relationships with staff developers consultants elected officials and community stakeholders.
- Strong conflict resolution and customer service skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Working knowledge of GIS permitting software and development review systems is preferred.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Education Certifications & Experience:
- Bachelors degree in Urban Planning Regional Planning Public Administration Geography or a closely related field required.
- Masters degree in Planning or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible planning experience including complex development review and zoning administration.
- Previous supervisory lead or team leadership experience required.
- Experience presenting before Planning & Zoning Boards City Councils County Commissions or similar public bodies.
- Experience in municipal planning community development or planning consulting preferred.
- American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification preferred.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:SAFEbuilt pays competitive wages and has a comprehensive benefit offering. Benefits include health dental vision life and disability insurance paid holidays paid time off matching 401K Plans wellness programs and more. SAFEbuilt is committed to Career Progression through paid training and step increases for additional certifications and licenses.
More About SAFEbuilt: employees are our greatest asset with exceptionally certified individuals in all departments including Planning & Zoning Code Enforcement Fire Prevention and Engineering as well as full-service and supplemental Building Department services. SAFEbuilt invests in developing our employees exploring innovative technology and giving back to our communities.
In partnership with over 1200 communities our talented experts make a difference in the cities and towns where we live and work. Through quality people and consistent service SAFEbuilt plays an important role in continually improving lives by developing safe thriving communities.
SAFEbuilt is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin gender identity gender expression age disability veteran status or any other protected factor.
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About Company
SAFEbuilt is community development services firm offering building inspections, plan reviews, private provider & other professional services.
