Planning & Zoning Technician I

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This is a skilled technical position assisting with current zoning and permitting functions.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The following statements describe the principal functions of the job and its scope of responsibility but should not be considered an all-inclusive list of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

Has direct in person. email and telephone contact with members of the general public outside development professionals and other County departments.
Determines Zoning and Future Land Use Map designations for properties and answers questions regarding planning and zoning regulations.
Reviews and signs off on building permits pursuant to planning and zoning regulations.
Prepares forms independently composes letters for Supervisors signature composes routine transmittal letters and memorandum.
Refers questions to other employees officials or departments as needed.
Attends and takes minutes of conferences meetings and official functions as assigned by the Supervisor.
Consistently follows Board policies and procedures.
Maintains a professional and safe unit and work area adhering to established safety policies and the image desired for the organization.
Responds productively to change and performs all other tasks as directed.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Working knowledge of the principles and procedures of Land Use Planning.
Familiarity with planning and zoning codes and ordinances.
Knowledge of site planning permitting geography and growth management.
Knowledge of Geographic Information System (GIS) and Microsoft products.
Skill in the use of computers and ability to learn new programs as needed.
Knowledge of Business English spelling and punctuation and skill in typing.
Ability to make decisions in accordance with departmental rules regulations and policy.
Ability to prepare complex documents and compose letters and memorandum.
Ability to read and comprehend detailed technical and statistical information.
Ability to communicate effectively orally in writing and through map preparation and mapping data.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers managers supervisors directors elected officials vendors and the general public.

PHYSICAL SKILLS:

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for 50% of the time. Must be able to frequently position self to reach files and other office items located on low shelves or the floor. Must be able to inspect and assess daily email and postal mail correspondence. Frequently communicates with the public vendors and co-workers. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Frequently operates various types of office equipment to include but not limited to a computer and copy machine. Occasionally ascends/descends stairs. Rarely moves materials and office equipment weighing up to 25 lbs. Primarily works in an indoor environment. Rarely works in inclement outdoor weather conditions. Occasionally operates motor vehicle for up to four (4) hours continuously or intermittently.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalence diploma three (3) years of secretarial/clerical and word processing experience and one (1) year of experience in field related to planning or zoning or possess a minimum of an A.A./A.S. degree with one (1) year of experience in field related to planning or zoning.

LICENSES CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver License.

OTHER JOB-RELATED REQUIREMENTS:

Disaster Essential.

THE HIGHLANDS COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Does not Discriminate on the basis of age race sex religious belief color national origin disability/handicap gender gender identity sexual orientation genetics or any other legally protected group/class. We are proud to be a drug free workplace. Screening tests for illegal drug use may be required as a condition of employment