Position Title: Planner I Pay Grade: 28 Salary Range: $59,713-$92,556 Hiring Range: $59,713-$72,000 Position Type: Permanent Full-Time Department: Planning FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
General Statement of Duties: The Planner I ensures consistent and proper application of the town’s Unified Developme4nt Ordinance to projects submitted to the department for review and permitting. This position primarily deals with day-to-day permitting, minor and exempt subdivisions, and code/zoning enforcement. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Review residential zoning permits, sign permits, exempt and minor subdivision plats, for conformance with the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) and modifications to the same.
Provide technical assistance to citizens, developers, and at times, public officials regarding exempt and minor subdivision, zoning, and related matters.
Respond to public via walk-in, telephone, and email.
Processes and writes zoning compliance letters.
Reviews and approves the majority of residential zoning applications.
Performs final inspections of new residential developments and sign applications.
Assists with code and zoning enforcement.
Serves as backup clerk to the planning board.
Collaborates with and assists other planning staff as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
Ability to present the results of research effectively in oral, written, and graphic form.
Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
Ability to identify problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions that are in accordance with laws, ordinances, and established principles.
Ability to establish and maintain effective, professional working relationships.
Ability to act independently in carrying out specific tasks, which at the same time being able to participate in or coordinate team-oriented projects.
Education/Experience/Other Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited school with a bachelor’s degree in urban and Regional Planning, Urban Design, Geography, or closely related field and zero to two (0-2) or more years of related experience; or
One (1) plus years of experience in local government, specifically within a planning department.
Certified Zoning Official (CZO) certification preferred; eligible to sit for certification within one year of employment.
Clerical/permitting experience preferred.
Valid North Carolina driver’s license.
Physical Demands:
Work is performed primarily in an indoor office environment with occasional outdoor field inspections. May be required to lift and carry items weighing up to 10 pounds. A qualified applicant or employee with a disability may be afforded reasonable modifications to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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