Zoning Technician

Clay County - Small Towns. Big Passions.

Pay:

$ $23.88/hr

Under the direction of the Zoning Chief, the Zoning Technician performs entry-level planning and zoning work with a wide range of technical support to the general public and County staff with an emphasis on research, data collection, data entry, development permitting, zoning code assistance and general public assistance in related fields.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists the general public and County staff with requirements and interpretations of the Clay County Land Development Code, Land Development Regulations and Comprehensive Plan as well as other related County codes and ordinances in person, via telephone and through electronic and postal mail
• Reviews a variety of development applications for compliance with applicable codes including, but not limited to, development permits, rezoning applications, alcohol licensees, heir's exemption applications, home occupation permits, Board of Adjustment applications, etc.
• Reviews applications for compliance with Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) flood regulations and the flood insurance program and assists the general public and County staff
• Prepares reports, charts, graphs and other technical data for the Planning and Zoning Division
• Maintains required files, maps, ordinances, etc.
• Performs on-site inspections as the need arises
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of customer service experience.
• Experience in building, construction, planning or zoning.
• Valid Florida Driver's License with clean driving record.
• Any combination of education and experience may be substituted, so long as it provides the desired skills, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Supplemental Information:

Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Working knowledge of technical principles and practices of County zoning and basic knowledge of techniques in map preparation, charts and sketches
• Ability to quickly familiarize self with and develop proficiency with the Clay County Zoning Code, Land Development Regulations and other related codes and ordinances

Employees may be required to perform duties, including the employee's normal work function or other emergency support functions as deemed necessary by the County, as assigned before, during, and after hazardous weather or state of local emergency.

While requirements may be representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and abilities to perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed. Employees occupying the position will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75% of the time.

Frequently moves about the office to assess files and office machinery.

Occasionally moves about outdoors to complete external inspections, potentially over natural inclines and uneven surfaces.

Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a telephone, calculator, copy machine and computer printer.

Must be able to perceive, inspect and assess application information for completeness and regulations, codes and ordinances for compliance.

This position frequently communicates with the public, other staff and supervisors regarding applications, regulations, codes and ordinances. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

Frequently files applications, maps and other departmental resources weighing up to 25 pounds.

The position operates in an indoor, office environment, subjecting the employee to possible exposure to dust and occasionally operates in an outdoor environment subjecting the employee to possible exposure to extreme temperatures, excessive humidity and inclement weather.

Clay County is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, or age.

Clay County is committed to providing veterans with preference in employment opportunities in accordance with Florida State Law and Federal Regulations. As part of our dedication to supporting veterans, we ensure that qualified veterans are given preferential treatment in our hiring process, in accordance with

Florida Statute 295.07

.

Eligible Veterans who believe they were discriminated against may file a complaint with the

Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs

within 60 days of receiving notice of non-selection.

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