JOB
The Planning and Zoning Analyst will perform work in support of the overall operations of the Planning and Zoning Department to ensure the goals and objectives are accomplished by performing the following duties as required or assigned by the department head.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Assists Zoning Officer in application and enforcement of Zoning OrdinanceAssists Administrator in application and enforcement of Luzerne County and Pennsylvania State Subdivision and Land Development Ordinances including Subdivision, Land Development and Stormwater Plan reviewsPerforms and manages complex and sensitive professional planning projects, research, analysis, and consultants with minimal supervisionLead worker on Various State and Local Projects and Programs including Agricultural Preservation, Metropolitan Planning Organization, Hazard Mitigation, etc.Supports Planning Commission and Zoning Hearing BoardAssists in budget and administration, and monitors and controls expendituresAssists comprehensive plan amendments, rezoning, annexations, site plans and platsPerforms field inspections to gather data relevant to the development review process and/or to verify that development projects comply with approved plansAdvises various councils, boards, commissions, and officialsProvides information to the public regarding codes, ordinances, state and federal rules and regulations, policies, and proceduresAssists in resolving citizen and customer issuesAnalyzes policies and ordinances proposed by others for conformance with state and local ordinancesWorks closely with other departments, agencies and community resources to coordinate project development and departmental activitiesPrepares Maps, Reports, and other documentsPerforms related work as required
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Bachelors of Arts or Bachelors of Science (masters preferred) in planning, engineering, public administration, business, architecture, public administration, business administration or closely related fieldGIS, Data and/or Project Management experience preferredAny equivalent combination of acceptable training and experience which has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities cited aboveThe County of Luzerne is an EEO/ADA employer