Overview
Development Specialist Planning Jobs in Florence – Alabama – USA at City of Florence, AL
Salary :
$51,071.02 Annually
Location :
Planning Department Ste 115 Municipal Building Florence
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Number:
Department:
Planning
Opening Date:
04/17/2024
Closing Date:
4/26/2024 4:59 PM Central
Job Summary
The Development Specialist position has a planning and development emphasis with responsibilities for providing the full-range of staff and office support duties including the first impression for visitors to the department. The Development Specialist uses independent judgment and takes initiative to maintain order, effectiveness, and efficiency through high-level organizational and
communication skills
. Work is performed under the general supervision of professional-level supervisors.
This position requires completion of certification programs and ongoing professional development and training. Travel may be required. The Development Specialist must possess an extraordinary desire to learn new concepts to inform the work of all departmental programs, contribute to the
collaborative
environment, work as part of a team, and engage with the public.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities and Supervision Required
The following list was developed through a job analysis; however, it is not exhaustive and other duties may be required and/or assigned.
Planning and Development
Research and preparation of reports, presentations, and projects
Assists in preparing and implementing plans and strategies for developing and redeveloping land through coordination with federal, state, regional, and local agencies.
Researches, gathers, and compiles technical information and statistical data.
Tracks maintenance and updating of official land use and zoning maps.
Assists in the preparation of maps and graphics illustrating land use, population density, public utilities, and other aspects of planning and zoning work.
Assists developers and the public in understanding relevant development rules and regulations.
Researches land ownership and zoning issues.
Maintains and updates files, map libraries, and automated databases.
Serves as the Recording Secretary for the Planning Commission
Provide policy and land use support to departmental staff, Planning Commission, City Council, and other public officials.
Project Management
Prepares project status reports and tracks start-up and completion information.
Prepares requisitions for payment of professional services related to projects.
Interprets zoning ordinances, development standards, city plans and policies, etc. regarding development and redevelopment to apply regulatory conformance to all proposals for special projects and ongoing programs.
Reviews studies, construction specifications, budgets, staffing estimates, and all other data required to formulate project formats and requirements.
Prepares reports such as research/statistical reports, summary reports, financial reports, and strategic plans
Prepares maps, charts and other graphic materials using computers and computerized databases.
Reviews project files developed by other staff for accuracy and completion and codes for computer entry.
Maintains computerized project and fund-source record system including project files, recording logs, and other local information.
Data Entry and Database Maintenance
Prepares graphs, tables and other illustrative material an…
Title: Development Specialist Planning
Company: City of Florence, AL
Location: Florence – Alabama – USA
Category: Administrative/Clerical
