Planner in Training – PT

Job Summary

City of Delray Beach is hiring a Planner in Training (Part‑time). The position requires recent graduates from a Planning program or related field and includes developing knowledge of the City’s Land Development Regulations (LDR’s), providing technical assistance, and supporting planning staff in various review processes. The role is a 29‑hour, 18‑month part‑time position with no benefits.

• Salary: $19.35 hourly
• Location:
  
  Delray Beach – FL 33444, FL
• Job Type: Part‑time
• Job Number: 02782
• Department:
  Development Services
• Division: 26-200 Planning
• Opening Date: 02/09/2026
• Closing Date: 2/23/2026 8:00 PM Eastern

The City of Delray Beach does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability, marital status, family status or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services.

The City of Delray Beach is a Non‑Tobacco Workplace. Applicants who have used tobacco or nicotine products for at least three months prior to application will not be considered.

• Assist with processing land development applications including data input and file creation.
• Review land development applications and plans pursuant to the City’s Land Development Regulations; present completed applications and plans to staff for acceptance and review.
• Perform data research for development proposals and special projects.
• Respond to zoning inquiries, including written, phone, email, and hand‑to‑hand inquiries.
• Provide technical support for other department projects.
• Perform planning site inspections.
• Perform data input and basic analysis for the department database.
• Attend advisory board meetings as assigned.
• Assist the department in file and data management.
• Interact with and provide technical assistance to customers regarding the status of applications.
• Perform all functions and responsibilities according to the Palm Beach County Code of Ethics and Florida State Statutes 112.313.
• Foster positive employee relations and morale on a city‑wide basis and perform all responsibilities with strict compliance to the City’s code of ethics.

• Bachelor of Arts or Science in Planning, Community Development, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Florida driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Knowledge of the City’s LDR’s.
• Knowledge of City policies and procedures for plan review and approval is a plus but can be learned on the job.

• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret site and grading plans, plats, and surveys.
• Diplomatic interaction with the public and coworkers.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with the development community.
• Proficiency in accessing and retrieving information from the City’s automated systems.
• Ability to handle multiple work assignments concurrently and adapt in an evolving environment.
• Proficiency with personal computer and office software such as MS Word, MS Excel, GIS, Sketch Up, PowerPoint, and email.

• Must respond to supervision and guidance in a positive, receptive manner and maintain a professional image.
• Operate and care for equipment to manufacturer’s specifications and within specified parameters.
• Demonstrate politeness, helpfulness, and courtesy when engaged with the public.
• Respect cultural, religious, and gender differences in interactions.

Formal application, rating of education and experience, oral interview and reference check. Job‑related tests may be required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement with the employer, and requirements of the job may change.