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Planning Zoning Specialist City of Monroe Job opening - Monroe Economic Development state Ohio ( Job openings )
Monroe Economic Development , state Ohio
( By Press Release office)
2022-01-06T00:00 - 2022-02-05T00:00 | 35 | 2
Under general supervision, the Planning and Zoning Specialist assists in the application process and the collection of fees for building and zoning permits; distributes plans for review by staff and plans examiners; processes payments for permit issuance; communicates with county offices and outside consultants, including building inspectors, plans examiners and other City and County agencies regarding permit applications.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
An example of acceptable qualifications
:
Associates Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Business Administration, Construction Technology, Planning, or related field or three (3) years relevant work experience in government or office environment; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid driver’s license. Must remain insurable under the City’s vehicle insurance policy. Must be bondable.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
EQUIPMENT OPERATED:
The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive:
Computers, multi-line telephones, fax machines, copiers, scanners, and other standard office equipment; motor vehicle.
INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS:
Employee ascends and/or descends ladders, stairs, or scaffolds; has exposure to chemical compounds found in an office environment (e.g., toner, correction fluid, etc.); works on and around powered platforms and/or vehicle mounted platforms (e.g., manlifts, fire trucks); is exposed to environmental conditions which may result in injury from fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and/or poorly ventilated work areas; is exposed to possible injury from extremely noisy conditions above 85db (e.g., loud sirens, screaming people, building alarms, etc.); is exposed to possible injury from hazardous gases, chemicals, flammables, air contaminants, hazardous waste, unclean or unsanitary conditions, electrical shock; exposed to possible injury from radiation; exposed to possible injury from explosions; is exposed to possible injury as a result of falling from high places; works in or around crowds; has contact with potentially violent or emotionally distraught persons or vicious animals or life threatening situations; has exposure to fire, hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions; exposure to extreme non-weather related heat or cold; exposure to shaking objects or surfaces; exposure to second-hand smoke; exposure to hazardous driving conditions; works, first, second or third shift; is periodically exposed to blood and other bodily fluids, as well as other potentially infectious materials; uses eye and face protection for potential exposure to flying objects, respiratory protection for potential exposure to airborne contaminants, head protection for potential impacts of objects to the head, and occupational foot protection for potential impacts of objects to the feet; participants in medical and first aid activities; exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.
Note: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered light work.
In cases of emergency, unpredictable situations, and/or department needs, may be required to lift, push, pull, and/or carry objects heavier than D.O.L. strength ratings recommend.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND WORKER CHARACTERISTICS:
JOB DUTIES in order of importance
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:
For purposes of 42 USC 12101:
40%
1.
Records and processes all applications for building and zoning permits, obtaining needed documents, drawings, and site plans, and verifies forms are complete and accurate; determines square footage of building; calculates, collects and deposits fees appropriately; explains permit process to applicant; enters permit into computer; distributes plans to other departments or agencies as needed; acts as liaison between reviewer and applicant; mails completed permit back to applicant; maintains computer files and other manual logs on building permits and documents; assists code enforcement official with all correspondence and complaints on property maintenance issues.
20%
2.
Accepts and prepares all subdivisions, planned unit development, development site plans, and land use plans for review; deals with the public in person or by phone and answers questions concerning the need for building permits, permit drawings, inspections required, zoning questions (i.e., setbacks, required zone for particular use, sign restrictions, fence requirements); schedules meetings with developers and all involved inspectors, plan reviewers and other agencies architects or engineers; coordinates with plan reviewers, construction manager, building official and zoning official on approval of building plans; keeps accurate records of incoming and outgoing plans to all departments and reviewers.
15%
3.
Assists in the administration of all local code and ordinances relating to zoning, planning, and development; assists in identifying, recording and processing property maintenance violations and prepare and serve notices of violation; maintains property violation records; maintains and monitors schedule of violation follow-ups.
10%
4.
Maintains applicable sections of department website.
5%
5.
Serves as the Recording Secretary to Planning Commission and the Board of Zoning Appeals at regularly scheduled and emergency meetings.
5%
6.
Provides staff support at the front desk; greets visitors and guests; answers questions or directs and refers visitors to appropriate staff for proper assistance.
7.
Attends meetings and serves on committees, as required; attends various meetings, seminars, and workshops.
8.
Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions.
9.
Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance; due to the nature of the job, the Planning and Zoning Specialist must be available to return to work after normal work hours or on weekends when assigned or requested to do so.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
5%
1.
Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERISTICS:
(*indicates developed after employment)
Knowledge of:
City goals and objectives; City policies and procedures; records management; public relations; computer programs and general office practices; English spelling, grammar, and punctuation; project management principles and practices.
Skill in:
Use of modern office equipment; computer operation; telephone techniques; Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to:
Understand a variety of written and/or verbal communications; deal with problems involving several variables within familiar context; understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, or regulations to specific situations; calculate fractions, decimals and percentages; compile and prepare reports; prepare accurate documentation; respond to routine inquires from public and/or officials; maintain effective working relationships; maintain records according to established procedures; resolve complaints.
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