JOB DESCRIPTION

Introduction

This is professional work in urban planning in pursuit of Tampa's Vision Zero initiative.

Nature Of Work

An employee in this class performs a variety of professional program/project planning activities which impact municipal development and resource allocation processes. Tasks are of more than average difficulty and include analyzing data and formulating and recommending plans and programs relevant to municipal conditions and needs.

Knowledge of planning principles and practices and application of analytical and cognitive skills are essential to work performed. Employees are usually assigned to address long- and/or short-range planning activities pertaining to such particular subject areas as capital improvements, leisure services, development, or human services requiring possession of or ability to readily assimilate knowledge of specific programs, conditions and needs. Reasonable initiative and independent judgment are necessary in performing analytical tasks and developing and presenting recommendations and documents. Work is performed under direction and reviewed through conferences, reports submitted, and results obtained.

Physical Requirements

Mostly sedentary, indoors, requires extended use of computer, typing and viewing a monitor.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in planning, public administration, or a related field and one (1) year of urban planning or related experience; OR

An equivalent combination of education (not less than possession of a high school diploma/GED), training and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted above.

Some positions might require specialized training or experience as a condition for initial employment in this class.

Licenses or Certifications

Possession of a valid Florida driver's license is preferred.