Planner I

Job Description

Akerman LLP, a top 100 U.S. law firm serving clients across the America, is seeking a Planner I for its Miami office. Working with the firm's Land Use & Zoning Practice Group (the "Group"), the successful candidate will have strong attention to detail and excellent verbal/written communication skills. Under the direct supervision of attorneys, the incumbent will assist and support all aspects of filing applications for various land development applications and zoning approvals in a variety of jurisdictions across the south Florida region.  The ability to maintain an accurate filing system, work on several projects or issues simultaneously, manage time and tasks in a productive team environment are essential to the success of this role. 

The Group is looking for candidates who have experience working with the City of Miami, Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County and other municipalities in South Florida, as well as experience with the Florida Building Code. Must have a valid Florida Driver's License, reliable means of transportation and willing and able to commute as needed within the South Florida area. The role will be in-person at the Akerman Miami office.

The candidate's responsibilities would entail those typically associated with a Planning Technician and/or Planner I (as applicable in a firm setting), as listed under sample job descriptions on the American Planning Association website. Preference for candidates with a degree in urban planning, architecture, or related fields (AICP certification is preferred, but not required).

Primary responsibilities include:

*          preparing and filing applications for various land development applications and zoning approvals in a variety of jurisdictions throughout South Florida,

*          preparation of materials for public hearings such as relevant images, maps, charts, tables etc.

*          weekly gathering of relevant public hearing agendas,

*          maintaining and filing new lobbyist registration forms,

*          performing on-demand tasks outside the office on short notice; i.e., running documents to various government offices around the greater downtown area and sometimes county-wide,

*          maintaining and organizing the firm's Land Use electronic Library and key documents,

*          filings at the local jurisdictions for the Group's attorneys,

*          performing basic due diligence; i.e., pulling folios from the property appraiser's website, pulling various documents related to land development regulation from local government websites, and navigating the various GIS systems

*          assisting in researching and working with government agencies on a variety of land use regulatory issues,

*          preparing PowerPoint presentations,

*          preparing graphics for written reports,

*          processing payment of filing fees and other invoices related to the Group's various applications and submittals,

*          other similar tasks as identified by the Group.

Akerman LLP continues to expand nationally, and has a prominent national land use practice  with representation of some of the most significant projects in the country. We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements. EOE