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The Zoning Division is seeking two highly qualified individuals to fill the position of Chief Planner, which is a supervisory position overseeing one of the 4 sections within the Zoning Division.
The Arborist Chief Planner will oversee the Arborist Section. The Arborist Section of the Zoning Division consists of staff responsible for reviewing land development applications for compliance with Orange County regulations for landscaping, buffering, open space and tree protection and removal. The Arborist team reviews land development applications and commercial building permits against the arbor and landscape code, conducts inspections, issues violations, and provides citizen engagement through the permitting process.
The BZA (Board of Zoning Adjustment) Chief Planner will oversee the BZA section. This section provides board support for the Board of Zoning Adjustment (BZA) section within the Orange County Zoning Division. This position would include professional, technical, administrative and supervisory work involving the activities of the BZA, which includes processing requests for Variances, Special Exceptions and appeals of Zoning Manager Determinations. The Chief Planner also acts as the project manager for the more technical / difficult work activities within that section.
These positions work closely with the Zoning Manager, Assistant Manager and other Chief Planners in forwarding the ideals and goals of Zoning Division and Orange County.
Job Description
Representative Duties/Assignments
Provides supervision and training to all staff members assigned to the section.
Develops and manages the section work program.
Responsible for planning, delegating, scheduling, reviewing and editing all work products produced by the section's staff.
Develops educational and training materials associated with code updates, develops new processes to implement code changes, manages the workload, develops the required permitting and tracking tools, and creates the operational documents.
Evaluates the effectiveness of the section in responding to customer problems and needs and is responsible for improving customer satisfaction with the section's products and services.
Tracks and reviews proposed legislation to determine the impact on Orange County and the Zoning Division.
Remains informed about emerging technologies and innovative programs, projects, and activities in other communities and organizations; then applies this information to the section’s work program so as to continuously improve quality and productivity.
Serves as technical support for other members of the section and division and for multi-disciplinary team projects.
Coordinates section’s activities with other department sections to ensure compatibility.
Serves as one of the primary division contact persons with various members of the community and speaks before civic, community, governmental and professional groups and private organizations.
Acts as project manager for more technical studies assigned to the section, include code amendments.
Makes recommendations and presentations to various County advisory boards, including the Board of Zoning Adjustment, Planning and Zoning Commission, Development Advisory Board and the Development Review Committee, as well as to the Code Enforcement Board, Special Magistrate and the Board of County Commissioners.
Works with other departments in preparation of their studies/plans to ensure that such documents are consistent with the Orange County Code.
Arborist Chief - Coordinates and manages tree assessment and mitigation calculations and ensures that they are conducted and completed according to established standards.
BZA Chief - Makes recommendations and presentations to the Board of Zoning Adjustment and the Board of County Commissioners
Performs other related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree from an accredited institution in Urban Planning, Urban Studies, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Public Administration or a closely related field and five (5) years of professional experience in a planning, land use or zoning to include one (1) year of supervisory experience. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.
Preferences
American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification
Arborist Chief - Degree preference in Arboriculture, Forestry, Landscape Architecture or a closely related field.
Application Deadline
Open Date: 07/15/2024
Close Date: 08/13/2024
This posting is subject to close without prior notice.
Salary Information
Open Date: 07/15/2024
Close Date: 08/13/2024
This posting is subject to close without prior notice.
Benefits
10 paid holidays including 2 floating holidays annually.
18 days paid time off per year.
Longevity bonus based on years of service.
6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
Free access to Orlando Magic gyms for the whole family, free access to County Wellworks gyms.
Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Earn service time to forgive student loans.
For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx
Veterans Preference
If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.
Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.
Educational Requirements
If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.
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201 South Rosalind
Orlando, FL 32801
Notes
The selected applicant will be required to submit to a pre-employment physical, drug test, and a background screening process prior to the start of employment.
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Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Government Administration
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