Positions

Pay Range 17 Breakdown

BreakdownMinMax
Annually$39,484.62$59,226.92
Monthly$3,290.39$4,935.58
Bi-Weekly$1,518.64$2,277.96
Hourly (40 hrs.)$18.9830$28.4745
Hourly (42 hrs.)$18.0790$27.1186
Hourly (56 hrs.)$13.5593$20.3389

Planning Technician

Range: $39,484.62 - $59,226.92 (17)
Position Number: 2415

JOB TITLE: PLANNING TECHNICIAN  

JOB SUMMARY:  This position performs responsible paraprofessional and technical duties in code enforcement, zoning administration, and land use planning assignments.

MAJOR DUTIES:

Assists planners in enforcing the land use related ordinances.

Reviews building and sign permit applications for compliance with zoning ordinances.

Processes home and temporary use permits.

Enforces the zoning code, floodplain ordinance, and other land use regulatory methods.

Assists in the interpretation of zoning codes and related regulations.

Prepares technical studies and reports for staff, Boards and Commissions.

Assists in the development of analyses and recommendations for current physical, social and economic planning projects.

Conducts site inspections and measurements for zoning compliance.

Performs graphic and drafting duties in updating zoning and street maps.

Identifies zoning violations and responds to citizen inquiries.

Responds to inquiries from developers and citizens regarding planning, zoning, subdivision, and land development.

Prepares legal notices and ads.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:

Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures and federal, state, and local planning.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of planning and land use controls;

Knowledge of and skill in the use of computers and planning related applications, including GIS applications

Skill in the use of other modern office equipment.

Skill in drafting and mapping techniques.

Skill in blueprints, and plot plan reading;

Skill in quantitative methods, research techniques, and report writing.

Skill in developing and organizing research materials and data.

Ability to organize facts and present them clearly and concisely in written, oral and graphic form.

Ability to effectively work with other employees and the public.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS:  The Director assigns work in terms of general instructions.  The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES:  Guidelines include department standard operating procedures, zoning ordinances, and relevant city, state, and federal laws, and regulations.  These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY:  The work consists of related technical and paraprofessional duties.  Frequent changes in codes and regulations contribute to the complexity of the work.

SCOPE AND EFFECT:  The purpose of this position is to perform technical and paraprofessional functions in code enforcement, zoning administration, and land use planning assignments in support of the department.  Successful facilitates the efficiency and effectiveness of the department.

PERSONAL CONTACTS:  Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, builders and contractors, property owners, and the general public.

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS:  Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  The work is typically performed in an office.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY:  None.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a bachelor's degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.

Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, , usually associated with one to three years experience or service.

Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

OR

Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a associate's degree in a Design, Cartography, Drafting or related field.

Sufficient  experience of a responsible nature  to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of  the position, usually associated with three or more years experience or service.