Community Rating System; Crs Coordinator

Community Rating System (CRS) Coordinator Job Summary

The purpose of the class is to review documents submitted for construction within the floodplain, check for compliance against applicable building code and National Flood Insurance Program requirements, and to maintain and prepare required documentation for membership into the NFIP’s Community Rating System Program (CRS). The class is given a general outline of work to be performed and is free to develop work methods and sequences;

work is reviewed periodically by supervisor.

• Reviews elevation certificates for correctness and maintains these certificates for annual CRS audits.
• Assists customers in processing permit applications in the Special Flood Hazard Areas; researches property records to verify accuracy.
• Helps maintain Flood Maps by checking LOMR’s and LOMA’s; ensures correct maps are available on the county website and in county libraries.
• Explains requirements of the NFIP and the CRS programs to the general public and stakeholders.
• Maintains maps and records of Repetitive Loss Properties in the County.
• Maintains the Floodplain Management page on the county website with up-to-date information.
• Maintains records for all County Activity Points related to the CRS, logs correspondence, and communicates with various departments.
• Initiates future activities to assist the county in improving CRS classification.
• Assists with Damage Assessment Activities when necessary.
• May conduct on‑site inspections of construction within Special Flood Hazard Areas.
• Attends training, meetings, seminars to enhance job knowledge and skills.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience
Associate’s degree or vocational technical degree, or specialized training equivalent to satisfactory completion of two years of college education with emphasis in building construction, construction inspection, or a closely related field. One year of construction or floodplain management experience or related field.

Special Qualifications
Valid state driver’s license;
Certified Floodplain Manager certification or ability to obtain within one year of entering the position. Residential or Commercial Building Inspector certification preferred.

Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to evolving goals, priorities, and needs.

This is a full‑time position; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday 8:00 – 5:00 p.m. Employees must be available during core hours 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and work 40 hours each week. Availability during evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required during emergencies or as requested.

E.O.E. Dorchester County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.

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Benefits for County Employees include comprehensive health and dental insurance, generous annual and sick leave policies, and a secure retirement system. Additional details can be found at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and .