Senior Planner- Port Everglades Salary

$70,307.14 - $112,209.06 Annually

Location

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

1412973

Department

Port Dept Administration

Opening Date

10/28/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

Veterans' Preference Notice

Under Section 295.07, Florida Statutes, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment with Broward County and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.

Description Benefits Questions REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Planner, Senior.
Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsRequires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in urban planning or 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.
Benefits of Broward County EmploymentEleven (11) paid holidays each yearVacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually)Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positionsPaid Parental LeaveHealth BenefitsHigh Deductible Health Plan – bi-weekly premiums: Single $10.39 / Family $76.94
 Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2400 AnnuallyConsumer Driven Health Plan – bi-weekly premiums: Single $78.64 / Family $273.13
Florida Retirement System (FRS) – Pension or Investment Plan 457 Deferred Compensation county matches up to $2,600 a year.

General Description
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.
Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsRequires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in urban planning or 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.

PreferencesAdditional 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

This Job Announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received.    

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis, or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of electronic office equipment within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

None.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

CompetenciesManages ComplexityMakes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Looks at complex issues from multiple angles; explores issues to uncover underlying issues and root causes; sees the main consequences and implications of different options.
Decision QualityMakes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Consistently demonstrates strong judgment; may be sought out by others for expertise and guidance. Takes smart, independent action in urgent and non-routine situations, knows when to escalate for others' involvement.
Plans and AlignsPlans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Strengthens alignment and coordination between own work and others', providing well-sequenced activities and exact time frames. Foresees and resolves many potential bottlenecks and delays.
Optimizes Work ProcessesKnows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Pursues, explores, and develops ways to ensure own work is as effective as possible within all relevant processes. Shares an analysis of process problems with stakeholders; discusses how to resolve the issue.
Ensures AccountabilityHolds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Accepts responsibility for own work, both successes and failures. Handles fair share and does not make excuses for problems. Usually meets commitments to others.
Communicates EffectivelyDevelops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Disseminates knowledge, insights, and updates in a polished, precise, and compelling manner. Demonstrates a deep interest in others' comments. Creates rich documents and reports.
Manages AmbiguityOperates effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear. Embraces change, staying focused, positive, and effective. Addresses problems without clear solutions, making substantial progress.
County Core ValuesAll Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ComplianceBroward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.
Emergency Management ResponsibilitiesNote: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee ResponsibilitiesAll Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.

Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of free life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,600. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Part-time 20+ benefit eligible employees receive the benefits described above at a reduced amount. Additional information about Broward County Benefits.

01 Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Copying and pasting your resume or stating "see resume" does NOT fulfill the requirements of the question. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from information included within your applications? Yes No 02 Will you possess a valid Florida Driver's License at time of appointment? (Note: this does not include a "Learner's Permit") Yes No 03 Check the appropriate box below, as it relates to a Transportation Worker Identification card (TWIC) within 60 days of employment and for the duration of employment. Currently possess a TWIC. Do not currently have a TWIC but have the ability to obtain one within 60 days and maintain for the duration of employment at Port Everglades. Unable to meet the requirement of obtaining a TWIC within 60 days of employment at Port Everglades. 04 Do you have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in urban planning or a closely related field? Yes No 05 Please check any of the following professional certifications that you possess. Current Professional planner certification (i.e. AICP) Certified Project Manager (CPM/PMP) related to urban planning Current Professional Port Manager (PPM) certification None 06 How many years of responsible professional planning experience do you have? Less than 2 years 2 years More than 2 years 07 Describe your professional planning experience and lead work/supervisory experience in this field. 08 How many years of experience do you have in grant writing? Less than 2 years 2 years or more 09 Describe your grant writing experience. 10 How many years of experience in land use and/or environmental planning do you have? Less than 2 years 2 years or more 11 Describe your experience in land use and/or environmental planning. 12 How many years of experience do you have in in marine/seaport planning? Less than 2 years 2 years or more 13 Describe your experience in marine/seaport planning. 14 How many years of experience do you have in transportation planning and/or airport planning? Less than 2 years 2 years or more 15 Describe your experience in transportation planning and/or airport planning. 16 How many years of lead work/supervisory experience do you have in this field? Less than 2 years 2 years or more none

Required Question

Agency Broward County Address 115 S. Andrews Ave.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301-4800 Phone (954) 831-4000
Website http://www.broward.org/careers REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Planner, Senior.
Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsRequires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in urban planning or 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.
Benefits of Broward County EmploymentEleven (11) paid holidays each yearVacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually)Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positionsPaid Parental LeaveHealth BenefitsHigh Deductible Health Plan – bi-weekly premiums: Single $10.39 / Family $76.94
 Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2400 AnnuallyConsumer Driven Health Plan – bi-weekly premiums: Single $78.64 / Family $273.13
Florida Retirement System (FRS) – Pension or Investment Plan 457 Deferred Compensation county matches up to $2,600 a year.

General Description
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.
Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsRequires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in urban planning or 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.

PreferencesAdditional 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

This Job Announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received.    

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis, or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of electronic office equipment within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

None.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

CompetenciesManages ComplexityMakes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Looks at complex issues from multiple angles; explores issues to uncover underlying issues and root causes; sees the main consequences and implications of different options.
Decision QualityMakes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Consistently demonstrates strong judgment; may be sought out by others for expertise and guidance. Takes smart, independent action in urgent and non-routine situations, knows when to escalate for others' involvement.
Plans and AlignsPlans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Strengthens alignment and coordination between own work and others', providing well-sequenced activities and exact time frames. Foresees and resolves many potential bottlenecks and delays.
Optimizes Work ProcessesKnows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Pursues, explores, and develops ways to ensure own work is as effective as possible within all relevant processes. Shares an analysis of process problems with stakeholders; discusses how to resolve the issue.
Ensures AccountabilityHolds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Accepts responsibility for own work, both successes and failures. Handles fair share and does not make excuses for problems. Usually meets commitments to others.
Communicates EffectivelyDevelops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Disseminates knowledge, insights, and updates in a polished, precise, and compelling manner. Demonstrates a deep interest in others' comments. Creates rich documents and reports.
Manages AmbiguityOperates effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear. Embraces change, staying focused, positive, and effective. Addresses problems without clear solutions, making substantial progress.
County Core ValuesAll Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ComplianceBroward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.
Emergency Management ResponsibilitiesNote: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee ResponsibilitiesAll Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.

Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of free life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,600. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Part-time 20+ benefit eligible employees receive the benefits described above at a reduced amount. Additional information about Broward County Benefits.

01 Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Copying and pasting your resume or stating "see resume" does NOT fulfill the requirements of the question. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from information included within your applications? Yes No 02 Will you possess a valid Florida Driver's License at time of appointment? (Note: this does not include a "Learner's Permit") Yes No 03 Check the appropriate box below, as it relates to a Transportation Worker Identification card (TWIC) within 60 days of employment and for the duration of employment. Currently possess a TWIC. Do not currently have a TWIC but have the ability to obtain one within 60 days and maintain for the duration of employment at Port Everglades. Unable to meet the requirement of obtaining a TWIC within 60 days of employment at Port Everglades. 04 Do you have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in urban planning or a closely related field? Yes No 05 Please check any of the following professional certifications that you possess. Current Professional planner certification (i.e. AICP) Certified Project Manager (CPM/PMP) related to urban planning Current Professional Port Manager (PPM) certification None 06 How many years of responsible professional planning experience do you have? Less than 2 years 2 years More than 2 years 07 Describe your professional planning experience and lead work/supervisory experience in this field. 08 How many years of experience do you have in grant writing? Less than 2 years 2 years or more 09 Describe your grant writing experience. 10 How many years of experience in land use and/or environmental planning do you have? Less than 2 years 2 years or more 11 Describe your experience in land use and/or environmental planning. 12 How many years of experience do you have in in marine/seaport planning? Less than 2 years 2 years or more 13 Describe your experience in marine/seaport planning. 14 How many years of experience do you have in transportation planning and/or airport planning? Less than 2 years 2 years or more 15 Describe your experience in transportation planning and/or airport planning. 16 How many years of lead work/supervisory experience do you have in this field? Less than 2 years 2 years or more none

Required Question

Agency Broward County Address 115 S. Andrews Ave.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301-4800 Phone (954) 831-4000
Website http://www.broward.org/careers