Hybrid Planner I bei Forsyth County, GA

About the Department

The purpose of this classification is to review zoning condition amendments, alternate design applications and County initiated applications, if assigned to the Zoning Division.  The purpose of this classification is to review land development applications, for compliance with County codes, ordinances, if assigned to the Development Review Division.

Position Duties

The following duties are normal for this position.  The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.  Other duties may be required and assigned.

Interprets and applies County codes, , ordinances, and regulations pertaining to zoning, land use, and site development; researches code-related issues in code books as needed; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations.

Provides information and technical assistance to citizens, property owners, land developers, contractors, architects, staff members, County officials, or other individuals/agencies regarding planning/zoning issues, land use issues, codes/ordinances, land development review procedures, site plan reviews, permits, fees, or other issues; responds to routine questions or complaints; researches problems and initiates problem resolution; assists the public at front counter with various issues.

Conducts review of zoning condition amendments, alternate design applications, County initiated applications, elevations, legal descriptions, site plans, surveys or other documentation for proposed projects; meets with applicants, agents, or other parties as needed, if assigned to the Zoning Division.  

Conducts review of land development permit applications, administrative variance applications, subdivision plats, architectural drawings, site plans, grading plans, elevations, legal descriptions, surveys, or other documentation for proposed projects; reviews development plans for new lots; reviews as-built drawings for certificates of occupancy; reviews applications for appeals/variances; meets with applicant, agents, or other parties as needed., if assigned to the Development Review Division.  

Determines whether proposed development complies with County codes/ordinances; prepares staff technical reviews, if assigned to the Zoning Division.

Determines whether proposed development complies with County codes/ordinances; prepares certificates of zoning compliance, recommends approval or denial of applications; prepares staff technical reviews, recommendations, and comments regarding proposed projects, approves subdivision plats for recording as legal document., if assigned to the Development Review Division.  

Attends various meetings; Zoning Board of Appeals, attends plan review meetings with architects, engineers, contractors, property owners, and the public., if assigned to the Development Review Division.  

Serves as staff contact person for the Zoning Board of Appeals; provides advice and information to the Zoning Board of Appeals at meetings and public hearings., if assigned to the Development Review Division.

Inspects properties as needed; performs visual inspections and takes photographs of property and surrounding areas for staff reports to boards/commissions., if assigned to the Development Review Division.

Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, checklists, staff technical reviews, permits, diagrams/layouts, flow charts, presentation materials, or other documents.

Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, applications, staff technical reviews, architectural drawings, site plans, elevations, plats, legal descriptions, surveys, photographs, technical reports/articles, land use maps, zoning maps, topographical maps, codes, ordinances, regulations, standards, policies, procedures, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.

Conducts research of geographical information system (GIS) mapping system, computer databases, Internet sites, hardcopy materials, or other sources as needed.

Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data; verifies accuracy of entered data and makes corrections; utilizes word processing, database, presentation, geographical information system (GIS), e-mail, Internet, or other computer programs, including updates to the department web page.

Operates a variety of equipment and tools associated with work activities, which may include a motor vehicle, digital camera, general office equipment, engineering scale.

Coordinates work activities with those of other divisions, other departments, outside agencies, or others as needed.

Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, County officials, local/state/l agencies, applicants, property owners, architects, developers, surveyors, attorneys, consultants,  the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable codes, regulations, and standards; reviews new codes and changes to existing codes; maintains an awareness of new methods, materials, trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends seminars, workshops, and training sessions as appropriate.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

Performs general/clerical tasks, which may include answering telephone calls, typing documents, making copies, sending/receiving faxes, filing documentation

Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed.

Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Urban Planning or closely related field; supplemented by one (1) year previous experience and/or training involving urban planning, local/regional land use, zoning, land development plan review, site plan review, and personal computer operations; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.

Other Qualifications

PERFORMANCE BASED INTERNAL PROMOTION TRACK 

Within the Planning and Community Development Department are internal promotional opportunities where qualified staff may apply for other positions at a higher pay grade. After two (2) years of relevant experience as a Planner I and having demonstrated the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, the incumbent may be eligible to apply for a Planner II position.