Planner - II

Please go online to https://www.fortmillsc.gov/339/Employment-Application-Process to view the full job description and fill out our online application. For any questions, please reach out to HR at tofm-hr@fortmillsc.gov.

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for professional planning work of moderate difficulty. It is characterized by increasingly specialized knowledge of the planning field and a more elevated legal of duties and responsibilities compared with an entry level Planner position.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Performs professional work related to a variety of planning assignments
• Reviews and processes a variety of development applications of moderate complexity including but not limited to site plans, subdivision plats, rezonings, and annexations.
• Assists in processing more complex applications such as comprehensive plan amendments and text amendments.
• Performs field inspections to gather data relevant to the development review process and/or to verify that development projects comply with approved plans
• Presents reports and other findings to staff, planning, zoning, and historic review boards and commissions, serves as a liaison
• Attends evening meetings as required
• Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of zoning code enforcement principles and practices.
• Knowledge of land use laws, rules and, ordinances.
• Knowledge of town and department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in the preparation of a variety of reports.
• Skill in the maintenance of files and records.
• Skill in public relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Planning Director or designee assigns work in terms of very general instructions. The supervisor spotchecks completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the final results

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while sitting a desk or table.
• The work is typically performed in an office.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field with two years of professional planning experience.
• Ability to obtain American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification within two years of starting is considered a plus.
• Or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Please go online to https://www.fortmillsc.gov/339/Employment-Application-Process to view the full job description and fill out our online application. For any questions, please reach out to HR at tofm-hr@fortmillsc.gov.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $61,008.73 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $61,009