Development Services Coordinator

City of Lampasas • Lampasas, TX

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About The Position

The Development Services Coordinator performs complex, responsible, and confidential administrative duties requiring thorough knowledge of organizational procedures and precedents. The position provides clerical assistance to the Development Services Department and designated staff, works independently using good judgment and initiative, and performs other department-related work as required.

The coordinator prepares for and conducts Planning and Zoning meetings and Zoning Board of Adjustment meetings. The role receives, logs, and distributes building plans for review; checks permit applications and supporting documents for proper form, sufficient information, and compliance with legal standards; issues permits as authorized; and explains permit requirements and general code compliance to customers. The position also gathers and prepares written and graphic data for the Development Services Department.

The salary range is $21.596 to $25.916 per hour, depending on qualifications, plus benefits. Applicants must complete a City of Lampasas employment application and pass a physical, drug screen, and background check. Applications are accepted online or at the City Administration Building. The position is open until filled.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least two years of experience working in municipal government, or a combination of experience and training providing equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures, the Texas Open Meetings Act, the Texas Government Code, and basic building codes.
• Ability to operate a business computer and familiarity with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to read manuals, letters, and memos; communicate effectively orally and in writing; interpret policies and procedures; and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and the public.
• Ability to learn and understand the City of Lampasas Code of Ordinances, zoning regulations, and records retention requirements.
• Familiarity with the City of Lampasas website, zoning ordinances, research methods, municipal planning principles and practices, and departmental organization, procedures, and operations.
• Must be able to obtain Permit Technician Certification within one year of employment.
• Notary Public.
• Must pass a physical, drug screen, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical assistance to the Development Services Department and designated staff members.
• Prepare for and conduct Planning and Zoning meetings and Zoning Board of Adjustment meetings.
• Receive, log, and distribute building plans for plan review.
• Check and review permit applications and supporting documents for proper form, sufficiency of information, and conformance with legal standards.
• Issue permits as authorized.
• Educate customers about required permits and general code compliance for proposed projects.
• Gather and prepare data in written and graphic form for the Development Services Department.
• Perform other department-related work as required.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED