Associate Planner

Associate Planner in Temporary City of Crystal River City Hall, FL Under general supervision, the Associate Planner performs professional work in current and/or advanced planning. This includes providing information and assistance to developers and the public on planning-related matters, as well as offering technical support to the Growth Management Department Director. Examples of Duties Reviews residential site plans, accessory uses, and signage permits to determine compliance with local land development codes. Responds to citizen inquiries (telephone and walk-ins) and prepares correspondence in response to public requests related to zoning inquiries. Assists public with planning application submittals to ensure completeness and compliance with codes and ordinances. Confirms parcel identification, legal descriptions, research property, and verifies department policies and procedures, and enters into database system. Oversees processing planning applications for Planning Commission and City Council agendas; creates legal advertising and public hearing notices, and tracks applications to ensure deadlines are met. Assists Department Director with field data collection, documenting sites and posting for processing planning applications, and preparing reports. May prepare reports to the Planning Commission (i.e., Variances, Special Use) Assists Department Director with compliance and mailing necessary documentation to transmit applications to various local, state agencies and GIS provider for map updates. Sets Agenda for Planning Commission, prepares packets, and serves as Planning Commission Secretary by taking minutes. Performs other duties as required. Typical Qualifications Bachelor's Degree AND one (1) year of experience in development services, planning, or related field preferred; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered. The City of Crystal River offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Vacation & Sick Leave Accrual Paid holidays Employee health insurance costs covered by the City Including a HSA plan option with $150 monthly contribution from the City Employee dental coverage costs covered by the City $25,000 Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by the City Participation in Florida Retirement System Pension Plan (FRS ) #J-18808-Ljbffr