Zoning Associate

COWETA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS•Newnan, GA

About The Position

The Zoning Associate performs intermediate-skilled administrative support for land use and zoning applications and permits. The role receives and processes applications, prepares and maintains files and records, prepares reports, and performs related duties as assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Zoning Manager. The position supports members of the public and departmental staff on planning, zoning, subdivision, annexation, and related matters, and helps administer zoning cases and related public processes.

Requirements

Associate's Degree in community development, urban or regional planning, or a closely related field; alternatively, moderate experience supporting planning staff in a public-sector agency or private consulting firm, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Thorough knowledge of permit processing and software.
General knowledge of State records retention requirements.
General knowledge of ordinances governing zoning and related codes.
General knowledge of routine legal procedures related to enforcement of laws and ordinances.
General knowledge of standard office methods and procedures, business English, spelling, commercial arithmetic, and office management.
General knowledge of departmental programs, policies, and procedures.
Ability to speak publicly.
Ability to perform a considerable volume of detailed record work.
Ability to read plans to scale.
Ability to type accurately at a reasonable rate of speed.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.
Favorable background history as determined by review of local, State, and Federal records.
Valid Georgia driver's license with a favorable driving history (MVR).

Nice To Haves

Experience with zoning case administration.

Responsibilities

Assist the general public with applications, questions, concerns, and issues relating to planning, zoning, subdivision regulations, annexation, and related matters.
Maintain and update electronic and paper records in accordance with departmental retention policies.
Process and assist with issuing and renewing business, alcohol, and sign applications and licenses.
Conduct initial administrative reviews of conditional use permits, manufactured home applications, special use permits, variances, and zoning applications for required information; receipt and post applicable fees.
Assist in preparing zoning applications for the Board of Commissioners, Board of Zoning Appeals, and internal staff; may present cases after demonstrating sufficient experience and proficiency under the Zoning Manager's guidance.
Process zoning cases in Accela software and prepare advertising notices, public hearing notifications, zoning certification letters, and signage.
Track and assist with processing rezoning extension requests and reversionary zonings as directed.
Provide support for public events, such as open houses and public hearings.
Perform other related administrative tasks.
Encourage and promote a culture of excellent customer service.