Planner II

Town of Pittsboro • Pittsboro, NC

14d

About The Position

The Planner II ensures consistent and proper application of the Town Unified Development Ordinance to projects submitted to the Department for review and permitting. This position primarily deals with day-to-day permitting, minor and exempt subdivisions, assistance with development projects, and zoning ordinance enforcement.

Requirements

• Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Ability to present the results of research effectively in oral, written, and graphic form.
• Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
• Ability to identify problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions that are in accordance with laws, ordinances, and established principles.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective, professional working relationships.
• Ability to act independently in carrying out specific tasks, while at the same time being able to participate in or coordinate team-oriented projects.
• Graduation from an accredited school with a bachelor’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Urban Design, Geography, or closely related field and two (2) or more years of related experience; or
• One (1) plus years of experience in local government, specifically within a planning department.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Zoning Official (CZO) certification preferred
• Clerical/permitting experience preferred.
• Project management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review residential zoning permits, sign permits, exempt and minor subdivision plats, for conformance with the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) and modifications to the same.
• Conducts final zoning inspections for residential and commercial buildings before final CO.
• Provide assistance to the Town of Pittsboro Downtown initiative.
• Provide technical assistance to citizens, developers, and at times public officials, regarding exempt and minor subdivision, zoning, and related matters.
• Respond to public via walk-in, telephone, and email.
• Assists Senior Planner in long range major land development project management.
• Serves as clerk to the Planning Board and to the Technical Review Committee
• Collaborates with and assists other planning staff as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level