Review Analyst (Planning Technician II)

NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK

Work involves responsibility either for recording and controlling the orderly processing of subdivision proposals and certain allied waiver requests, or for developing and extending an orderly system of street names and building numbering throughout the County.

Work involves frequent contact with subdividers and property owners in explaining program objectives and requirements and in advising them of changes proposed or required.

• Review commercial and residential building permit applications for compliance with County zoning and subdivision regulations.
• Tenant fit-outs, signs, townhouses, decks, pools, and additions/alterations to single-family dwellings are examples of types of applications that will be reviewed.
• Grading permit applications will also be reviewed for completeness and issued accordingly.
• The assessment of development impact fees, permit application fees, and grading securities as required by the County Code is required.
• Review of documents submitted as a permit approval requirement for legality and expediting for review and approval from the Department.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of zoning classifications and setback requirements.
• The ability to interpret site and construction plans to ensure compliance with the Code.
• The ability to interpret Code requirements.
• The ability to read and interpret maps and subdivision plans.
• The ability to write and speak effectively.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Maintaining effective work relationships with other employees and the public.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Graduation from high school.
• Experience: Two (2) or more years of experience in planning, subdivision control, and zoning enforcement work; and a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license.
• Note: Two (2) or more years of experience in planning, subdivision control, and zoning enforcement work may be substituted with two (2) or more years of experience in permitting, land development, or the construction-related industry.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Preference will be given to candidates with the following:
• Experience and knowledge of reading and interpreting sites, architectural plans, subdivision plans, and digital mapping systems.
• Experience interpreting legal documents such as deeds or other land-related legal documents.
• Experience and knowledge of the permit process.
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to function in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.