Department:
Planning and Development Services
About Our Job
This position is responsible for supervising the Zoning Plans Review staff as well as performing Site and Development and Rezone/Special Exception reviews. In addition, this position will provide backup for reviewing permit plans for adherence to the Unified Development Code and providing customer service.
Job Description:
Overall supervision of the Zoning Plans Review staff. Plans, organizes, assigns, reviews and evaluates the work of the Zoning Plan Reviewers. Assists in the hiring and selection of staff. Trains staff in work procedures, policies and Reviews. Coaches, mentors, and develops staff. Prepares and conducts performance reviews.
Assists the Reviewers in answering questions relating to the Unified Development Code/plans review and customer inquiries. Responsible for Zoning reviews for Site and Development applications and Rezone/Special Exception petitions. Monitoring of performance measures for Zoning Plans Review staff to ensure review timeframes are met.
Back up assistance with reviews of permit plans to ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and County laws, ordinances and regulations, to include determination of zoning districts, coastal construction zones, gulf beach setback lines, property identification numbers and addresses, as well as response to customer walk-ins, telephone calls, and emails relating to interpretation of Unified Development Code with regard to zoning districts, permitted land uses, setback and development standards information.
Work Hours:Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
About You
Minimum Qualifications: Minimum of a High School Diploma and four (4) years related experience. Minimum of one-year supervisory experience is required (lead worker or acting in a supervisory capacity may be counted). An Associate’s Degree may be required with two (2) years of experience. A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university preferred. 1 - 2 years experience in Zoning Plans Review. Valid state driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications:Basic knowledge and/or skill in GIS preferred. Proficient in County’s Land Information Management System.
Job Competencies:Basic understanding of Federal, State and County zoning laws, ordinances, and regulations; basic knowledge of legal descriptions; ability to read engineering and architect scales, ability to read/interpret basic maps, plans, aerials, and other related documents; ability to interpret and apply moderately complex principles, policies, practices; demonstration of accuracy, thoroughness, effectiveness and ability to meet deadlines; generation of cost saving ideas; accountability for the use of county-owned property and equipment; ability to learn quickly and be open to change, welcoming coaching and training opportunities; ability to prioritize assignments; display emotional intelligence; recognition of sensitive topics and refers questions to supervisor; maintain confidentiality, and ability to be an active and productive member of a work group. Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams), proficient in County’s Land Information Management System, familiar with GIS.
About Everything Else
Pay:$23.58 – $30.73
This Posting is currently Open Until Filled
Employee Type:
Regular (Budgeted)
Benefits:
Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more!
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Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms and classes atmultiple SarasotaCounty Government locations.
Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)??
Sarasota County Government is a Tobacco Free/Drug Free Workplace
Sarasota County Government promotes diversity and inclusion in its workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identification or expression, genetic information, religion, national origin, marital status, age or disability. A job applicant with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to participate in theapplication/selectionprocess is requested to make known the need for an accommodation to Human Resources or appropriate county staff members. For assistance with the application, please call 941-861-5353.
