Planner I
Pittsboro, NC
Full Time
Entry Level
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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