Palmetto, Florida
Vallejo, California
Posted: 13-Mar-25
Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Type: Full Time
Salary: 70,307.14 - 112,209.06
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The Senior Planner at Port Everglades is responsible for assisting with the execution, development, and implementation of the Planning Section's work, projects, and studies. This position serves as the principal professional and technical resource person for activities that support that the Port's planning goals and objectives are being achieved and thoroughly coordinated with local, regional, and state partners and plans in an effort to obtain funding for capital projects.
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.
Assists in the research and preparation of annual work programs and budget
Assists with capital grants writing and administration activities
Assists with long and short-range planning, including comprehensive planning, economic impact analyses, parking and traffic analysis, and current planning for the Port
Consults, coordinates, and advises other departments, units, and sections on planning related projects as assigned
Coordinates and makes presentations at public meetings as assigned
Supports the planning manager in ensuring that Port planning goals and objectives are being accomplished
Assists with the preparation of grants applications and grants administration
Assists with planning studies concerning trends and programs for Port development and processes, analyzes and evaluates data
Assists with the preparation and development of the Port master plans
Coordinates all activities with assigned contracts and grants
Performs related work as assigned.
Additional degree (BS/MS) in related field
Advanced degree in planning or related field
Current Professional planner certification (i.e. AICP)
Current Professional Port Manager (PPM) certification and/or Certified Project Manager (CPM/PMP) related to urban planning
2+ years of experience in grant writing
2+ years of experience in land use and/or environmental planning
4+ years of experience in marine/seaport planning
3+ years of experience in transportation planning and/or airport planning
Excellent analytical, report writing, and communication abilities
Experience in coordinating professional planning projects
- Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsRequires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in urban planning or a closely related field.
Requires two (2) years responsible professional planning experience including two (2) years of lead work/supervisory experience depending upon area of assignment.Special Certifications and Licenses RequiredAbility to secure and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License at the time of appointment and for the duration of employment.
Ability to secure and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification card (TWIC) within 60 days of employment and for the duration of employment.
Ability to secure and maintain a valid Port Security Identification Badge for the duration of employment.