Planning & Zoning Tech II

Pasco County•New Port Richey, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Pasco County's Planning, Development & Economic Growth department is currently seeking a Planning & Zoning Tech II. This role involves specialized office work in the review and management of Development Permit applications.

Requirements

Intermediate Knowledge of Zoning Standards.
Intermediate Knowledge of Subdivision and Platting Standards.
Intermediate Knowledge of Development Standards in relation to landscaping, buffering, and parking.
Intermediate Knowledge of Development Review Permit Types and Applications.
Skills related to the use of computers and related software.
Ability to read for comprehension.
Ability to read and interpret aerial photos and maps.
Ability to meet and work with the public.
Ability to read and understand site and subdivision plans.
Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions.
Ability to present findings in written, oral, and graphic form.
Work may require field trips, which involves walking to observe site locations.
Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written, and visual communication.
Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate degree and one (1) year of experience in review for compliance with planning, zoning, building, and land development or similar regulations OR graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma and three (3) years of experience in review for compliance with planning, zoning, building, and land development or similar regulations.
Must possess a valid Florida driver's license.

Nice To Haves

College level courses in engineering, surveying, and/or planning related studies preferred.

Responsibilities

Reviews and performs interdepartmental coordination of development applications.
Researches issues related to planning, property ownership, zoning history, and land use.
Reviews and analyzes development applications for compliance with applicable laws and ordinances.
Reviews correspondence and recommendations from the Planning Commission and Board of County Commissioners.
Originates technical review comments based on the knowledge required below.
Assists with questions and/or problems related to knowledge required below.
Gives instructions on practice/procedures, both written and verbal.
Works with developers, engineers, attorneys, planners, and other interested parties on procedural and/or technical questions concerning development issues.
Interacts with public relating to interpretation of development regulations.
Responds to public concerns and requests for information pertaining to development.
Related work as required.