Zoning Specialist jobs in Mount Pleasant, SC

COMMUNITY PLANNER ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND EXPECTATIONS:

Processes re-zoning and variance requests, writes text amendments, and ensures compliance with and manages updates of the comprehensive plan (5-year and 10-year rewrites).
Performs data entry of permits and fees to include all permanent and temporary sign permits.
Creates custom zoning maps and presentations as requested. Captures pictures of zoning code violations and issues zoning compliance letters to property owners.
Checks building plans for zoning compliance.
Manages, edits, and creates, as well as assists users with, GIS database files for planning. Ensures parcels and addresses are accurately maintained and updates the city's website in conjunction with IT.
Sets up GIS in the Emergency Operations Center during emergencies.
Maintains records of city-approved surveys and aerial photos.
Generates geospatial maps, flood letters, zoning letters, annexation documents, and maps using GIS.
Acts as the FEMA CRS Coordinator for the city as well as a liaison for the census. Updates local addresses, housing and building stock, LUCA, etc.
Effectively communicates with various internal and external groups and individuals.
Attends city meetings, seminars, webinars, GIS conferences and TRC (Technical Review Committee) meetings.
Refers to the Code of Ordinances and provides information for FOIA requests.
Facilitates presentations to the Planning Commission, BZA, and City Council as required.
Assists with clerical duties as needed, such as picking up mail from the Post Office and adding briefing agendas through Minute-Traq for the Council.
Performs other duties as directed.

ZONING ADMINISTRATION ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND EXPECTATIONS:
Interprets municipal land-use codes and by-laws as well as coordinates the enforcement efforts and the promotion of zoning information.
Analyzes and performs zoning inspections for city ordinance, code, and flood compliance.

Evaluates and approves property use.
Represents the city in all building, zoning, and flooding legal matters and assists departments in commercial project approval.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND EXPECTATIONS:
Serves as Flood Plain Manager to prevent and/or reduce the risk of flooding and ensure compliance with the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and state law related to floodplain management at the local level.
Coordinates and oversees the BZA, Planning Commission, ARB, and TRC meetings.
Refers to case law, zoning ordinances, code of ordinances, and flood guidelines.
Effectively communicates with various internal and external groups and individuals.
Serves as backup for the front desk as needed.
Performs other duties as directed.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree supplemented by a minimum of three (3) years of experience in building construction, engineering, geography, planning, environmental studies, or another job-related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Zoning Administrator must have a working knowledge of zoning law or past experience as a Zoning Administrator with site plan and blueprint reading abilities.
Flood Plain Manager Certifications preferred, or ability to obtain and maintain post hire as required or directed.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and GIS with the ability to learn other software such as NewWorldSystems.net.
Valid South Carolina Driver's License.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Must be able to lift, reach, bend, exert force or move objects weighing up to 30 pounds. May require outside fieldwork, sitting, standing, or walking for an extended period of time. Operate office equipment such as: computers, copiers, scanners, phones, fax machines, calculators, postage machines, folder/sealer/label machines, etc. Utilize a level and tape measure. Adapt in a stressful work environment and in emergency situations.