Planner I or Planner II - Subdivision

Description

This is a professional planning position responsible for assisting customers with the planning and zoning functions of Charleston County. Applicants must be self-motivated, possess an understanding of land use planning and land development processes and design concepts, and exhibit excellent interpersonal relation skills with the ability to convey verbal, written, and graphic communications in a professional manner.
This position performs professional planning and zoning duties for the County and municipalities under the direct supervision of the Subdivision Administrator.

Hiring Salary: $54,308 - $71,115 (Estimated Annual Salary - Based on Experience)

OPEN UNTIL FILLED - APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to: the review and processing of development plans for conformity with the zoning ordinance and other technical requirements, coordinating with other departments and agencies; making recommendations and developing and implementing ordinances; preparing reviews, updates, and amendments to ordinances; administering the zoning regulations; performing field inspections to gather data as part of development review process; attending scheduled day and evening meetings and taking an active role in meetings, conferences, workshops and training sessions; explaining policies, procedures and regulations to the public, developers, business organizations, contractors, architects, etc.; preparing reports for public review, internal use or review by outside organizations, including graphics, to describe projects and program goals or activities; keeping immediate supervisor and designated others fully and accurately informed concerning work progress; working in the Emergency Operations Center when activated; and performing other directly job related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum requirements:

Minimum Education - Bachelor's Degree in Urban or Community Planning, Geography, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Engineering or related field.

Minimum Qualification - One or more years of directly related work experience OR any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the job.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

This position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Planning, Geography, Physical Sciences, Public Administration, or related field, supplemented by one year or more related experience or an equivalent combination of education and training. Applicant selected must complete the FEMA Incident Command System (ICS) courses required to work in the Emergency Operations Center. Must be skilled in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, Database Management, and have the ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering designs/site plans and specifications and use software appropriate to assigned tasks. The ability to perform work with speed, accuracy, and attention to detail while effectively communicating with coworkers, supervisors, and the public is essential.Closing Date/Time:

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