Land Development.Development Coordinator , II

Overview

Bartow, FL, United States

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MAJOR FUNCTION

To provide administrative coordination of land development projects submitted to the county for review and approval. This position is responsible for conducting operations and procedures related to the development review process, as established in the County’s Comprehensive Plan, Land Development Code, Utility Code, and other land use ordinances.

Illustrative Duties – Coordinator I

• Manages and tracks development projects through programs used by the Office of Planning and Development, such as the GIS Dataviewer, Accela, Dig Eplan, and Utilities Simplify i3.
• Performs digital imaging activities of land development documents (plans, applications, and records).
• Accesses project records and digital documents to assist internal and external customers.
• Calculates and collects fees. Prepares Development Review Committee (DRC) and lay board agendas and case packets, in written and electronic formats.
• Posts agendas and other development-related documents on the County’s webpage. Provides support documentation for Board of County Commissioner electronic agenda items.
• Prepares public notices (legal advertisements, property posting signs, property owner letters) in accordance with procedures and state laws.
• Generates status reports and prepares memorandums and other correspondence. Gathers information for public records requests.
• Communicates with other county divisions, state and local regulatory agencies, developers, engineers, property owners, and the general public. Advises the public on required development review procedures and regulations.

Illustrative Duties – Coordinator II

• Manages and tracks development projects through programs and software used by the Office of Planning and Development, including additional databases (Polk County Utilities Management Database and the Capacity Management System).
• Coordinates post-approval activities to ensure all local and state permits are issued prior to construction. Schedules/prepares development-related meetings. Processes temporary water meter requests. Coordinates with inspectors to finalize projects upon site completion. Coordinates with Building and Codes Division and Polk County Utilities Division to reconcile draft and final utility connection fees.
• Performs digital imaging activities of development documents, accesses project records, and assists customers. Calculates and collects fees. Prepares DRC and lay board agendas and case packets in written and electronic formats. Posts agendas and documents on the County’s webpage. Prepares items and back-up materials for Board of County Commission and/or Planning Commission electronic agendas.
• Prepares public notices and related communications. Generates status reports and memorandums. Gathers information for public records requests. Communicates with county divisions, regulatory agencies, developers, engineers, property owners, and the public. Advises on development review procedures and regulations.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

Coordinator I

• Knowledge of local government development review processes. Ability to read land use maps, plats, aerial photographs, and related maps.
• Ability to perform mathematical tasks, including fee calculations. Ability to participate on team assignments. Ability to work independently and adhere to routines. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency with personal computers and office equipment. Ability to see, write, and perform data entry.

Coordinator II

• Knowledge of local government development review processes. Ability to read site construction plans, design drawings, record drawings, plats, performance bonds, letters of credit, land use maps, aerial photographs, and related maps.
• Ability to perform mathematical tasks including square footage and fee calculations. Ability to participate on team assignments. Ability to work independently and adhere to routines. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency with personal computers and office equipment. Ability to create and manipulate spreadsheets. Ability to see, write, and perform data entry.

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