Planner I

                                  

Compensation posted is the hiring range of the salary grade. Salary will commensurate with skill set and experience. 

REPOSTReasonable Accommodations Statement
 To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 RESPONSIBILITIES:
 Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provides flood level determinations to insurance companies, surveyors, leading institutions, and property owners.
• Prepares and presents staff reports, data, project accomplishments for the Planning Board and County Commissioners; communicate at public hearings and writes in a clear, concise and accurate manner. Attend evening and weekend meetings as assigned.
• Prepare various reports on building, construction, and demographics within the County.
• Answers questions and provides information to the public; investigates complaints and recommends corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints.
• Assists in reviewing watershed site plans and subdivisions for compliance with ordinances; advises citizens and surveyors about plan review status and maintains a file on projects.
• Copies and provides maps for sale to the public. 
• Assists in developing land use plans and development ordinances. Assist other departments, agencies, citizens, and businesses by providing data. 
• Interprets and applies Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations and read and interpret laws underlying general plans and land divisions.
• Carries out a continuous effort to improve operations, work processes, and works cooperatively and jointly to provide continuous improvement and customer-driven service.
• Will be expected to perform other assignments and projects as needed and trained to support the Planning Department.

COMPETENCY STATEMENTS: 

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.  

• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.  

• Action Oriented – Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy and enthusiasm. • Analytical – Ability to analyze statistical data, keep accurate records and complete reports. 

• Autonomy – Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. 

• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.  

• Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.  

• Customer-Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company procedures.  

• Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.  

• Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful, maintain high level of confidentiality and be seen as credible in the workplace. 

• Judgment – Ability to use good judgment and discretion as it relates to interpreting policies and procedures. 

• Multi-tasking – Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. 

• Nimble Learning – Actively learning through experimentation when tracking new problems, using both successes and   failures as learning opportunities.   

• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.  

• Relationship Building - Ability to effectively build relationships with customers and co-workers. 

• Safety-Minded – Creating a safe work environment; managing risks; reducing exposure liabilities.    

• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.

Education & Experience:  Requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in Planning, Architecture, Geography, Landscape Architecture, Public Administration or a closely related field. Prior experience and knowledge of planning and development principles is preferred but not required.
 Computer Skills:  Prior intermediate level experience with computers, calculators, Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).  Prior GIS related experience.
 License/Credentials: Possession of a valid NC driver's license and the ability to maintain a safe driving history as defined by Alamance County policy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

 N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.
 O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs./day)
 F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs./day)
 C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs./day)
   
Physical Demands
 Stand   F
 Walk    O
 Sit        F
 Manually Manipulate    F
 Reach Outward    O
 Reach Above Shoulder    O
 Climb      O
 Crawl      N
 Squat or Kneel    O
 Bend    O
 Talk/Hear    C
 See    C
 Taste/Smell     N
 
 Lift/Carry
 10 lbs. or less    C
 11-20 lbs.       F
 21-50 lbs.      O
 51-100 lbs.     O
 Over 100 lbs.    N

 Push/Pull
10 lbs. or less     C
 11-25 lbs.           F
 26-40 lbs.          O
 41-100 lbs.        O

 Other Physical Requirements
 •Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral)
  
WORK ENVIRONMENT
 Office environment with some outdoor assignments.

Salary : $24 - $30