Planner III-$1,000 Sign On Incentive

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The Housing & Community Development Division is seeking a highly qualified individual to fill the position of Planner III . This is a responsible highly specialized professional planning position directing major work elements and assisting the Assistant Project Manager (Supervisor) in administering the work program of the Affordable Housing Trust Fund (AHTF) team of the Division.

Tasks assigned to this position require exercising independent, professional judgment based upon prior experience and using the best available data for determining appropriate strategies in the development and presentation of data, reports and recommendations.

This position coordinates the accomplishment of specialized planning and performs on-going planning responsibilities with limited supervision.

Job Description

Representative Duties/Assignments :

Duties may vary based on area of assignment. The following are representative duties, it is not the intent to capture all duties performed by this classification.

• Assists the Supervisor in directing the team work program tasks including data gathering and preparation of reports required for compliance with AHTF funded programs, as well as project and activities funded with federal and state dollars.
• Prepares special community development and housing-related reports, coordinates and proposes policy revisions, and carries out special projects related to planning and affordable housing issues as needed.
• Independently administers affordable housing programs and activities identified in the AHTF Plan, including but not limited to: gap financing for affordable housing development, land acquisition for affordable housing development, land use restriction agreements, affordable housing certifications, and coordination with developers for state funding opportunities.
• Serves as a liaison between Planning Division, Neighborhood Services Division, Housing and Community Development Division and other internal County stakeholders on initiatives and programs related to the implementation of the Housing for All 10-Year Action Plan and AHTF Plan.
• Coordinates with internal and external agencies. Attends and presents at public meetings with special interest groups, non-profit agencies, private and non-profit developers and the public to present on issues of housing and community development, and conducts meetings with various professional and community groups.
• Assists with drafting and reviewing Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Applications (RFAs) for affordable housing projects and related services, community development and pilot projects. Develops evaluation rubrics for project proposals.
• Drafts and reviews contractual agreements in accordance to federal, state and local laws and regulations.
• Provides technical assistance to funded agencies and various stakeholders on as needed basis.
• Participates in administrative functions related to the AHTF to include drafting, reviewing, and updating of standard operating procedures and policies and procedures.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications :

Master¿s degree from an accredited institution in Urban Planning, Urban Studies, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Public Administration or closely related field and four (4) years of professional experience in planning, land use or zoning. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.

Preferences :

American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification.

Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) principles and applications is desired.

Application Deadline

Open Date: 12/18/2025
Close Date: 1/7/2026

This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Salary Information

Pay Grade: 019 - From $33.73 to $43.86
FLSA Status: Exempt

Placement based on Education and Experience

Sign-on Incentive

This position may be eligible for a Sign-on Incentive. To learn more about our Sign-on Incentive Program visit our website at:

http://www.ocfl.net/careers/#incentives

Please note that current County employees are not eligible for a sign-on monetary incentive.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
• Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.

• Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.

For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx

Veterans Preference

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder .

Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.

Educational Requirements

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) . If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Address

525 E South Street
Orlando, FL 32801

Notes

Selected candidates will be required to provide employment references and will be required to complete a pre-employment drug, physical and background check.

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