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Form of workThe Long-Range Planning Division's Team is seeking an intern with an interest in community and long-range planning. The intern should have strong interpersonal communication skills and want to learn more about land use planning, Master Planned Unit Developments (MPUDs), and record keeping for community build-out and future development. This internship will offer a professional opportunity for an independent and organized individual to perform support research and analysis on community build-out and Master Planned Unit Development (MPUD) Entitlements.
The position will directly support the County's mission to serve our community for a better future. The goal of the Planning and Development Department is to increase quality of life in the public realm for established new neighborhoods, and to promote functional, accessible, and attractive places. The intern will engage with the public as the department is beginning the update the 2050 Comprehensive Plan update and other Planning documents. For more information about the department, go to https://www.pascocountyfl.net/260/Planning-Development.
The Community Assessment Planning intern tasks will include:
- Primary research focus on existing Master Planned Unit Developments (MPUDs), recording project data, and entitlement tracking.
- Assist with preparing Master MPUD list and resources
- Assist in creating a formal analysis of current community build-out and development for the Planning and Development Department
- Performs other work as necessary.
- Excellent research, strong writing and verbal communications skills on complex topics clearly and concisely with excellent attention to detail
- Ability to read for comprehension
- Successful candidates will possess the requisite discipline, organization, and self-motivation to work independently
- Interest in Zoning, Master Planning, and community build-out
- Ability to work 20 hours per week.
PHYSICAL SKILLS: Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication. Ability to operate a computer and to use a keyboard to enter data. Ability to sit, stoop, squat, walk, and stand frequently. Ability to lift 25 pounds.
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Candidate may be enrolled in or graduated from an accredited college or university and be working on a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in urban planning, public administration, or a related field. Students must have at least three (3) years of work at an accredited college or university. However, two (2) years' of direct research experience in urban planning may be substituted for one (1) year of education.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Florida driver's license.
ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.
