Zoning Plans Reviewer - Planning & Urban Design

This position is responsible for examining drawings to ensure compliance with the City's zoning ordinance requirements and development standards, performing field inspections, and enforcing the City Code. This position also provides technical assistance on the Zoning ordinance to the public.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, employee/spouse/child supplemental life insurance, short‑term disability, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, deferred compensation plan (457 B), pension plan, flexible spending account, employee referral program, home purchase assistance, and 12 paid holidays. Women, Minorities, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

• Review site plans to determine compliance with City zoning ordinance requirements and development standards.
• Enforce City Code related to land use, development standards, building, life safety, and fire safety issues, as well as Federal and State regulations when issuing permits.
• Answer questions from the public about the site plan review process, permitting processes, variance process, and ordinance.
• Provide land use and development standards code interpretations to architects, engineers, contractors, citizens, and other city departments.
• Prepare zoning confirmation letters and requests for zoning information.
• Attend meetings about upcoming developments with engineers, architects, property owners, contractors, and developers.
• Serve as City representative for the Board of Zoning Appeals, Historic Review Board, and Historic Preservation Commission meetings.
• Coordinate with other City departments to address issues related to land use and development standards, building, life safety, and fire safety code compliance.
• Research and compose variance reports for the Board of Zoning Appeals.
• Compile a list of all site plans reviewed for the month for the month‑end report.
• Conduct field inspections as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or architecture, with two years of experience in examining building or construction plans; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Certification Requirement: Successful candidate must hold a Certification by the International Code Council in Zoning and Building Plans Examiner, or be able to obtain within 12 months of employment.

Driver's License: Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving history.

Additional Requirements: Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post‑offer/pre‑employment medical screen, and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.

• Knowledge of the Zoning Ordinance.
• Knowledge of the International Building Code Council to include International Residential Code and International Building Code.
• Knowledge of the City of Savannah Preservation Ordinances.
• Knowledge of the City of Savannah Site Plan Review process and requirements.
• Knowledge of the City of Savannah Subdivision process requirements.
• Knowledge of construction techniques, materials, and practices and ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
• Knowledge of the tools and techniques used in plan review and inspections.
• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work.
• Skill in the operation of computers and other modern office equipment.
• Skill in public and interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.