Planner - Current Planning

POSITION SUMMARY

The Planner will be an integral part of the County’s Current Planning Team which has an emphasis on countywide development review and associated tasks. The primary duty of this employee is to participate in the administration of the County’s Subdivision Regulations, Unified Land Management Ordinance, and Performance Zoning Ordinance. Reviews site plans and/or subdivision plats for compliance with ordinances and policies. The successful candidate will be a versatile planner with strong interpersonal skills and the technical ability to support and enhance the overall efforts of the Planning and Development Department work program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Participates in the administration of the County’s Subdivision Regulations, Unified Land Management Ordinance, and Performance Zoning Ordinance. Reviews site plans and/or subdivision plats for compliance with ordinances and policies. Answers public/applicant inquiries regarding the same.
• Assists with all aspects of the Preapplication Meetings, including organization, staff comments, and other correspondence.
• Handles day-to-day tasks associated with taking subdivisions and land development/zoning projects through the review and approval process, including ensuring compliance with ordinances and administrative policies and procedures; writing staff reports; preparing variances; preparing and presenting materials for planning commission and board of appeals packets and presentations, and using project tracking software proficiently for monitoring the status of all projects. Prepares a variety of correspondence related to said tasks, including Land Use/Zoning compliance letters.
• Participates in zoning enforcement cases, as needed. Performs zoning inspections, if needed.
• Participates in ordinance amendments and policy discussions.
• Maintains good relationships with review agencies/departments involved in the land development process.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must be physically able to operate various office machines including computer, multi-line telephone, scanner, copier, etc. Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work, involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for periods of time. Work involves climbing, bending and stooping for short periods of time. Must be able to lift and/or carry weights of 5 to 15 pounds.

Requires the ability to:

• Speak and/or signal people to exchange information.
• Read and prepare various legal documents, using proper format.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Successfully work with staff and external stakeholders.
• Balance different perspectives.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required:

• A minimum of two years work experience in the Planning field.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Preferred:

• A Bachelor’s degree in planning, urban design, or closely related field.
• Experience with Development Review and Permitting Software

LICENSE / CERTIFICATION and OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• All regular full-time and part-time employees of Spartanburg County are required by state law to participate in the South Carolina Retirement System.
• Required valid driver’s license issued in South Carolina.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $53,324.00 - $63,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Urban planning: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Spartanburg, SC 29301: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $53,324 - $63,000