2 Planning Technician Jobs in Cumming, GA
Forsyth County, GA is Hiring a Planning Technician Near Cumming, GA
Position Information
The purpose of this classification is to process various planning documentation, accept rezoning applications, conditional use permit, sketch plat, home occupation permit and mobile vending permit applications, if assigned to either the Policy Division or Zoning Division. The purpose of this classification is to process land development plans, if assigned to the Development Review Division. The purpose of this classification is to review various building permit applications for compliance with codes and ordinances, if assigned to the Development Inspections Division.
Job Summary
Conducts research of geographical information system (GIS) system, computer databases, internet sites, site plans and construction plans for accuracy and applicable county requirements prior to processing.
Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data; verifies accuracy of entered data and makes corrections; utilizes word processing, spreadsheet, database, geographical information system (GIS) system, email, internet, or other computer programs.
Prepares and/or receives various forms, reports, correspondence, applications, legal advertisements, agendas, meeting minutes, agenda requests, resolutions, confirmation letters, completes, processes, forwards or retain as appropriate.
Receives moneys in payment of rezoning application fees, grading permit fees, or other departmental fees/services; records transactions, issues receipts, and forwards revenues as appropriate.
Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, County officials, attorneys, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Attends meetings as needed.
AssignmentasPlanningTechnicianintheDevelopmentReviewDivisionmayincludethefollowingduties:
Prepares monthly submitted/approved grading permit reports; distributes to other departments and to the public. Provides support to other County departments regarding project submittal, review, and approval, facilitates pre- application meetings, maintains documentation of projects per state and local open records laws and record retention, follows Board of Commissioners agenda and minutes for actions on active projects and code changes.
ADDITIONALFUNCTIONS
Performs general/clerical tasks, which may include answering telephone calls, typing documents, making copies, filing documentation, or processing incoming/outgoing mail.
Provides information and assistance to citizens, property owners, land developers, contractors, architects, staff members, County officials, or other individuals/agencies regarding land use issues, code/ordinances, or application procedures.
Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed. Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or GED; supplemented by college level course work or vocational training in office administration, and personal computer operations; supplemented by one (1) year previous experience and/or training involving office administration, computerized mapping, database administration, and personal computer operations; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
PERFORMANCEBASEDINTERNALPROMOTIONTRACK
Within the Planning and Community Development Department are internal promotional opportunities where qualified staff may apply for other positions at a higher pay grade. After two (2) years of relevant experience as a Planning Technician and having demonstrated the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, the incumbent may be eligible to apply for a Planner I position. After two (2) years of relevant experience as a Planner I and having demonstrated the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, the incumbent may be eligible to apply for a Planner II position.
Personal Leave Accrual
Personal leave shall be accrued as follows:
0 - 4 Years - 20 days per year - 6.16 hours per pay period
5 - 14 Years - 25 days per year - 7.70 hours per pay period
15 Years - 30 days per year - 9.24 hours per pay period
Observed Holidays
New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving (2), and Christmas (2).
Medical Insurance
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners offers employees a choice of two medical plans offered by Aetna and a plan offered by Kaiser Permanente.
- Aetna Choice POS II - $2000 Individual Deductible (Basic Plan)
- Aetna Choice POS II - $1000 Individual Deductible (Plus Plan)
- Kaiser Permanente HMO- $0 Individual Deductible
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners offers two dental plans from Delta Dental:
- Base $1,000 Plan
- Buy-Up $1,500 Plan
The vision plan offered by Forsyth County Board of Commissioners is administered by Aetna and will offer office visit copays for exams, as well as copays for lenses, frames, and contacts.
Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners recognizes the importance of basic life insurance for all of its employees. The Board provides term life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) protection for each full-time employee. This is a County-paid benefit.
Disability Insurance – Short Term and Long Term
100% paid by Forsyth County. Eligibility begins date of hire.
Short Term Disability – 60% of weekly earnings to a maximum of $1,000.00 a week. Eligibility begins 14 days after an accident or sickness and has a benefit period of 24 weeks.
Long Term Disability – 60% of monthly earnings to a maximum of $5,000.00 a month. Eligibility begins at 26 weeks to coordinate with the end of Short Term benefits and continues 24 months (Own Occupation).
Additional Life Insurance and AD&D
Rates vary based on amount of coverage selected. Additional life insurance may be purchased for employee, spouse, and children.
Retirement Plan (401K)
Fully vested at five years of employment – 20% graduated vesting annually. Eligible to begin contributions immediately upon hire.
Six Months through One Year of County Service
Forsyth County matches your contributions, dollar for dollar, up to 5% of your pay. That’s a 100% return on the first 5% of pay you save.
Years One through Five
Forsyth County “seeds” your account with 5% of your pay each year, and matches 100% of what you contribute, up to 5% of your pay.
Years 5 through 10
The County continues its automatic “seed” contribution of 5% of pay, matches up to the first 5% of pay that you contribute, then adds a 50% match up to the next 5%.
After 10 Years of Service
You continue to receive a 100% County match on the first 5% of pay you contribute, and 50% on the next 5% of pay you save. But now, the automatic contribution the County makes to “seed” your account each year increases to 7.5% of your pay.
Job Summary
Full Time
$54k-69k (estimate)
05/13/2023
06/28/2024
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