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06/25/2019
Compliance Planner
Licking County Planning & Development
Position Description: |
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Brief Description: |
Licking County Planning & Development is a great team of people that have the privilege of guiding a fast-growing central Ohio community in various facets of development, infrastructure, and quality-of-life. Our staff consists of multiple planning professionals that have the opportunity to impact our community through housing programs, transportation planning, land use & environmental controls, and community planning. We achieve results through a variety of short-term projects and long-term planning efforts. We currently have a new position open and welcome your interest in joining our talented team.
The Compliance Planner is a specialized position with the Licking County Planning Commission and requires a degree of technical and regulatory expertise. As part of our team the Compliance Planner will be responsible for ensuring our community and our developments achieve compliance with various land development regulations within Licking County (Subdivision, Public Infrastructure, Soil Erosion & Stormwater, Floodplain, and Access Management). This includes the administration of county development regulations and the facilitation of violation resolutions through plan review, inspection, investigation, and communication efforts.
The ideal candidate will possess the following: excellent written & verbal communication skills (reports, regulations, note-taking, etc.); a cursory knowledge of construction and development terms, methods, and practices; the expertise to read and analyze construction, grading, survey, and architectural plans; the ability to maintain complete, accurate, and organized records; a broad knowledge of land planning principles and tools; and strong interpersonal skills with a respectful attitude for fostering relationships and compliance among contractors, engineers, and property owners.
The ideal candidate will be able to: interact with engineers, contractors, attorneys, and residents; investigate and research potential problems or violations; interpret and understand legal language, case law, and local regulations (especially the Ohio Revised Code); inspect projects for compatibility with approved drawings; and problem solve in the regulatory and/or enforcement arena. |
Job Prerequisites: |
Minimum Qualifications: Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and one year or more related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Five or more years’ experience working in enforcement and/or planning as well as a college degree in Planning or a related field is preferred.
Additional Qualifications (Agency/Dept. Qualifications): Valid Ohio Driver’s License. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point. ESRI GIS experience preferred. Previous experience in roles as a zoning inspector, plans examiner, or enforcement officer a plus. Previous experience working as a contractor, draftsman, or field inspector a plus. Possession of any related certifications or licenses a plus. |
Application Procedure: |
Application Procedures: Submit completed application, resume and cover letter to the Licking County Human Resources Department, 20 South Second Street, 3rd Floor, Newark, Ohio 43055. Applications can be obtained in person in the Human Resources Department between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. daily or printed from the web site at www.lcounty.com. Successful candidates will be subject to Licking County’s pre-employment drug screen. Licking County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. |
Compensation: |
Salary: $40,000 to $50,000 annually, depending on qualifications. |
Job Type: | Full Time |
Pay Type: | Salary |