Zoning Analyst

## Zoning Analyst Apply locations:
Administration Building time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 16 Days Agojob requisition :
R2422
** GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
** The purpose of the class is to perform technical and professional work in the enforcement of local ordinances concerning zoning and land use in the Planning and Development Services Department. This class works according to set procedures under close supervision.
** SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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* Essential Functions:

* Reviews site plans to determine if they comply with the Zoning Ordinance; prepares appropriate permits, disapproval letters, and/or waivers.
* Reviews map amendment applications to determine if they comply with the Zoning Ordinance; researches needed information for map amendment reports.
* Answers telephone calls from the public regarding various zoning questions for Richland County.
* Assists staff in clarifying portions of the Zoning Ordinance.
* Assists walk-in customers who need zoning information, need to pick up permits, or wish to obtain a permit or affidavit.
* Posts property for the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals.
* Researches files, the Zoning Ordinance, or permits for various tasks such as violations, site plan reviews, or public inquiry.
* Conducts field checks to determine zoning compliance.
* Assists with the set-up for Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals meetings; attends meetings.
* Assists taxpayers and developers in determining allowable activities within zoning districts and for road classifications.
* Maintains accurate files for variance special exceptions, appeals, and map amendments.
* Receives and/or reviews site plans, tax map numbers, land use/activity, faxes, Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, and questions concerning Zoning Ordinance.
* Prepares and/or generates zoning permits, map amendment reports, and sign permits.
* Refers to Richland County Zoning Ordinance, County website, CAMA, TRAX/Access, telephone book, permit file, tax maps, and cross-reference directory.
* Interacts and communicates with business owners, landowners, real estate agents, general public, government agencies, Code Enforcement, developers, law enforcement agencies, co-workers, and immediate supervisor.
* Calls Board members and prepares meeting room(s) as necessary.
* Greets the public; answers the telephone.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
** MINIMUM EDUCATION AND TRAINING
*** High school diploma or equivalent.
* Two (2) years of experience in technical and administrative support work in a governmental setting preferred.

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- * Any combination of education and experience that meets the requirements for performing the essential functions of this job.

Licenses/Certifications/Other:
* Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
* Must meet continuing education requirements as prescribed by state law.
** MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS REQUIRED
** Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
* ** Data Involvement**:
Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural or compositional characteristics (whether similar or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people or things.
* ** People Involvement:
** Shares knowledge with supervisors and staff for mutual benefit. Contributes to maintaining high morale among employees. Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships inter- and intra-departmentally, and with external entities with whom the position interacts. Tactfully and effectively handles requests, suggestions and complaints in order to establish and maintain goodwill. Emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive image.
* ** Involvement with Things:
** Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including computers, typewriters, drafting supplies, calculators, cameras, measuring wheels, copiers, facsimile machines, etc. Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle.
* ** Reasoning Requirements:
** Requires performing coordinating work involving guidelines and rules, with constant problem-solving.
* ** Mathematical Requirements:
** Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; to add and subtract;…