Emerald Coast Regional Council
Planner III - Transportation
Emerald Coast Regional Council, Pensacola, Florida, United States, 32573
Planner III - Transportation
Emerald Coast Regional Council is one of ten regional councils in the state of Florida. For more than 55 years, ECRC has supported its seven‑county region in technical assistance, economic development, and planning across a multitude of disciplines, programs, and services. ECRC team members enjoy a generous benefit package and true work/life balance as they serve the area known for community, growth, and the unrivaled beauty of the Emerald Coast.
Under the supervision and guidance of the Transportation Director, the Planner performs senior‑level and experienced professional planning work, developing planning studies and reports in support of new and updated plans, programs and regulations.
Essential Functions
Performs advanced professional work and professional transportation and urban and regional development planning assistance to member communities on projects
Manages complex planning studies and development applications; reviews consultant proposals
Receives, reviews, and may prepare monthly progress reports and invoices for projects related to assigned area of responsibility
Develops project budgets, administers bidding process, and verifies contract expenditures and compliance
Develops plans, studies and analyses on regional basis related to assigned area of responsibility
Researches grant programs and writes or reviews final grants related to assigned area of responsibility; maintains reports and financial accounting for grant‑funded projects
Oversees specialized planning functions such as large‑scale new development proposals and transportation studies
Serves as liaison between community groups, government agencies, developers and elected officials
Identifies problems, issues, and opportunities that could be mitigated through better community planning; develops long‑range plans
Coordinates the efforts of public and private groups that support the assigned area of responsibility to encourage continued and increased support throughout the community
Presents reports and other findings to staff, boards, and councils related to assigned area of responsibility
May oversee the work of and provide training to consultants, interns, and lower‑level planners
Conducts research and prepares statistical reports related to assigned area of responsibility
Reviews and processes complex plan amendments and related documents
(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned.)
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in urban planning, architecture, public policy or related field
Five (5) or more years' planning experience
Must pass a pre‑employment drug screen and background check
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced knowledge of a relevant specialization in transportation planning such as long‑range transportation plans, pedestrian and bicycle plans, and transportation improvement plans
Advanced computer skills
GIS skills
How To Apply Please visit https://www.ecrc.org/employment to obtain an application and instructions regarding submission. Candidates will not be considered until both the application and resume are received.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Contract
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Government Administration
The ECRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with United States Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines and the Americans with Disabilities Act, the ECRC provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. ECRC is a Drug‑Free Workplace.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Under the supervision and guidance of the Transportation Director, the Planner performs senior‑level and experienced professional planning work, developing planning studies and reports in support of new and updated plans, programs and regulations.
Essential Functions
Performs advanced professional work and professional transportation and urban and regional development planning assistance to member communities on projects
Manages complex planning studies and development applications; reviews consultant proposals
Receives, reviews, and may prepare monthly progress reports and invoices for projects related to assigned area of responsibility
Develops project budgets, administers bidding process, and verifies contract expenditures and compliance
Develops plans, studies and analyses on regional basis related to assigned area of responsibility
Researches grant programs and writes or reviews final grants related to assigned area of responsibility; maintains reports and financial accounting for grant‑funded projects
Oversees specialized planning functions such as large‑scale new development proposals and transportation studies
Serves as liaison between community groups, government agencies, developers and elected officials
Identifies problems, issues, and opportunities that could be mitigated through better community planning; develops long‑range plans
Coordinates the efforts of public and private groups that support the assigned area of responsibility to encourage continued and increased support throughout the community
Presents reports and other findings to staff, boards, and councils related to assigned area of responsibility
May oversee the work of and provide training to consultants, interns, and lower‑level planners
Conducts research and prepares statistical reports related to assigned area of responsibility
Reviews and processes complex plan amendments and related documents
(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned.)
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in urban planning, architecture, public policy or related field
Five (5) or more years' planning experience
Must pass a pre‑employment drug screen and background check
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced knowledge of a relevant specialization in transportation planning such as long‑range transportation plans, pedestrian and bicycle plans, and transportation improvement plans
Advanced computer skills
GIS skills
How To Apply Please visit https://www.ecrc.org/employment to obtain an application and instructions regarding submission. Candidates will not be considered until both the application and resume are received.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Contract
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Government Administration
The ECRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with United States Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines and the Americans with Disabilities Act, the ECRC provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. ECRC is a Drug‑Free Workplace.
#J-18808-Ljbffr