Planning Technician Jobs

Responsible For Providing Planning And Zoning Related Customer Service To Design Professionals, Contractors, And Citizens. Planning Technician Will Be Actively Involved In The Review Of Residential Permits, Commercial Site Plans, And Subdivision Plats. The Individual Must Be Detail Oriented And Have Strong Project Management Skills. Prior Plan Review, Zoning Ordinance Administration, And Permitting Experience Is Desired, But Not Required. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Review And Analyze Minor Site Plans, Subdivision Plats, And Other Plan Submittal Items. Review And Interpret The Indian Trail Unified Development Ordinance And Apply Regulations To Development Proposals In Consultation With Senior Planning Staff. Coordinate Plan Review With Other Town Departments And With Outside Agencies. Review Projects And Coordinate With Citizens And Design Professionals During The Application Process To Ensure Compliance With Town Regulations. Assist Citizens With Setting Up Accounts And Troubleshooting Issues In Infovision/Evolve (On Line Permitting System). Research, Collect, Compile, Record And Summarize Technical Data. Answers General Questions From Customers Regarding Permits, Procedures And Fees. Assist Code Enforcement Staff With Inspections And Ordinance Administration. Assist In The Implementation Of The Town Of Indian Trail Comprehensive Plan, As Needed. Perform Other Duties, As Assigned By The Planning Director. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Position Requires A Bachelor’s Degree In Planning, Public Administration, Architecture, Geography Or A Closely Related Field Or A Two Year Associates Degree In A Related Field And Two Years Of Experience In Permitting, GIS Or Zoning; Or An Equivalent Combination Of Education And Experience. KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability To Communicate Verbally And In Writing In A Clear And Concise Manner; Knowledge Of Principles And Practices Of Municipal Planning And Local Government Administration; Knowledge Of State And Local Laws Relating To Planning And Land Use Regulations; Knowledge Of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, And Outlook; Ability To Exercise Good Organization And Time Management Skills; Ability To Work Effectively With A Diverse Group Of Customers Such As Developers, Design Professionals, Contractors, And Citizens; Ability To Work Both Independently And In A Team Environment; Ability To Problem Solve And Apply Creativity In Decision Making. Salary Range: $38,709-$62,902 To Apply Please Visit Www.indiantrail.org