Planning Assistant I

Pasco County, Inc; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasco County is seeking a Planning Assistant I to support the review and management of Development Permit applications. The role involves interdepartmental coordination, researching planning issues, and ensuring compliance with zoning and land-use regulations.

The position requires an associate degree with 2 years of related experience or a high school diploma with 4 years of experience; Florida driver’s license and notary eligibility are noted.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of zoning, subdivision, and development standards.
• Experience reviewing development applications for compliance with laws and ordinances.
• Ability to interpret site and subdivision plans and maps.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and coordinates development permit applications across departments.
• Interprets zoning and land-use implications for public and applicants.
• Provides written and verbal findings and instructions on procedures.
• Collaborates with developers, engineers, attorneys, planners and public.
• Responds to inquiries and supports Planning Commission decisions.

Skills

Zoning standards

Subdivision & platting standards

Development standards

Permit types

Computer skills

Reading comprehension

Aerial photos/maps

Public interaction

Site plans

Oral/Written instructions

Present findings

Education

Associate degree + 2y exp

HS diploma + 4y exp

Flood/FEMA experience

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A PLANNING ASSISTANT I

This role involves specialized office work in the review and management of Development Permit applications.

• 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.

• Advanced Knowledge of Zoning Standards.
• Advanced Knowledge of Subdivision and Platting Standards.
• Advanced Knowledge of Development Standards in relation to landscaping, buffering, and parking.
• Advanced 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.

PHYSICAL SKILLS/WORKING CONDITIONS: Work may require field trips, which involves walking to observe site locations. Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written, and visual communication.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate degree and two (2) years' 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 four (4) years' of experience. Experience working with Flood/FEMA preferred.

For In-house applicants: This position qualifies for DAP.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Florida driver's license. Must be eligible to become a Notary Public.

ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.

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