What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Architect position at The City of Charleston, SC?
Summary
We are looking for a Staff Architect to join the City of Charleston's Planning, Preservation & Sustainability Department! In this role, you will implement City planning principles and zoning ordinances, encompassing comprehensive plans and programs for utilization of land and physical facilities of the City and surrounding areas.
Examples of Duties
- Confers with the City Architect to review architectural proposals for new construction and/or historic rehabilitation/restoration projects in the City.
- Conducts site visits and inspections of construction projects to ensure compliance with approvals.
- Reviews final detailed construction documents for compliance with approvals prior to issuance of a Building Permit.
- Implements City planning principles and zoning ordinances, focusing on a particular aspect of the program, such as land use or historical resources.
- Prepares research and gathers data to assist in zoning-related recommendations to boards and commissions.
- Responds to citizen inquiries regarding city plans and zoning ordinances.
- Investigates potential violations of zoning ordinances.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications
- Master of Architecture or equivalent preferred and 2 years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Familiarity with principles of historic preservation architecture.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office or similar software.
The City of Charleston offers an extensive benefits package for full-time employees, including: health, dental and vision insurance; employer-paid short and long term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program; annual and sick leave; 11 paid holidays and 2 personal holidays every year; tuition reimbursement; participation with the SC Retirement System, a defined benefit pension plan; 401k and 457 plan options; and many other benefits.
