Planning Manager

PLANNING MANAGER

Location

Ocala, FL

Hours

Full-Time; hours not specified

Salary

$79,736.00 - $90,510.00 per year

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Manage specific planning functions within the District, to include planning, forecasting, and monitoring projects for both short-range and long-range capital programs.
• Successfully coordinate with governmental agencies, identify facility needs using student demographic studies, and work to secure sites while promoting the District's interests.

NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed in a position allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Employees hired for this position must be capable of performing the essential functions of this job description with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Manifest a professional code of ethics and values at all times
• Support activities designed to achieve priority goals identified through the District's strategic plan
• Implement the Interlocal Agreement for planning between Marion County Public Schools (MCPS) and local governments in Marion County
• Maintain knowledge of State of Florida Statutes and administrative rules, as well as local government land development regulations and procedures
• Maintain knowledge of forecasting, planning, budgeting, facilities planning, and real estate procurement
• Review applications to local governments for land use rezoning, subdivision, and other appropriate development proposals to determine school capacity and other school-related issues
• Maintain knowledge of Geographic Information System (GIS) including geo-coding, mapping, and data manipulation
• Assist with planning activities with local/state/federal governments and private entities to make the most cost-effective use of District resources
• Support the development and administration of capital programs so that capital spending produces the highest value for the District
• Advance and maintain the District's relationships with federal and state agencies and other regional and local governments to further the good of the District
• Prepare, submit, and promote appropriation requests for state and federal funds and monitor their progress throughout the appropriations process
• Implement, manage, and update the District's Florida Inventory of School Houses (FISH) Program and coordinate the sharing of data with the State Department of Education and local governments
• Conduct analytical studies, prepare reports, and advise District personnel on feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and regulatory conformance of proposals for capital projects or ongoing programs
• Identify facility needs using demographic studies, evaluation of historical data, and curriculum plans with input and involvement of appropriate personnel
• Coordinate, develop, manage, and oversee submission of the 5-Year Plant Survey and amendments
• Collaborate with internal departments and external partners to identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and implement best practices in real estate management
• Oversee property acquisitions, dispositions, leases, and negotiations, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations
• Attend meetings outside normal work hours, assist in short and long-range student growth projections, and stay updated on new developments
• Keep administration informed of current critical issues and incidents within the department
• Plan and develop a system of feedback and evaluation regarding the effectiveness of planning activities
• Follow all District policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in Urban or Regional Planning, Public Administration, Architecture, Engineering, or related field

Experience

• Two (2) years of experience in professional planning or related field and governmental and community relations experience

Computer Skills

• Basic understanding and knowledge of use of current technology, as required for the position
• Experience in data entry and Microsoft Suite

Certificates and/or License(s)

• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification and/or Geographic Information System (GIS) certification preferred
• Must possess a valid Florida driver's license, (required for travel) and be qualified to drive a District vehicle