Zoning Associate

Coweta County Commissioners; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Coweta County Commissioners seeks a Zoning Associate in Newnan, GA, to support planning, zoning, and subdivision activities. The role handles applications, prepares reports, and maintains records under supervision.

The position requires an Associate’s Degree in community development or related field, with experience in zoning case administration preferred; strong customer service and public-facing duties are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in community development, urban or regional planning or closely related field.
• Moderate experience in supporting planning staff in a public-sector agency or private consulting firm is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Assist the general public with planning, zoning, subdivision questions and applications.
• Maintain and update electronic and paper records per retention policies.
• Process and assist with licenses and permits (business, alcohol, sign).
• Perform initial administrative review of zoning permits and variances.
• Prepare zoning applications for boards and officials; may present cases with guidance.
• Process zoning cases in Accela and prepare notices and signage.

Skills

Public speaking

Record-keeping

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in community development/urban or regional planning

Tools

Accela software

Job description

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Zoning Associate

Community Development Full time Professionals Newnan, GA, US

Dept/Div: Community & Development Services/N/A FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

General Definition of Work

Performs intermediate skilled administrative support work receiving and processing various land use and zoning applications and permits, preparing and maintaining files and records, preparing reports, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Zoning Manager.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions

Assists the general public with applications, questions, concerns and issues relating to planning, zoning, subdivision regulations, annexation and related matters.

Maintains and updates electronic and paper records in accordance with appropriate retention policies for the department.

Processes and assists with issuance and renewals of business, alcohol, and sign applications and licenses.

Performs initial administrative review of conditional use permits, manufactured home applications, special use permits, variances, and zoning applications for required information in accordance with policies and guidelines; receipts and posts appropriate fees.

Assists in preparing zoning applications for the Board of Commissioners, Board of Zoning Appeals and internal staff, and may present cases once sufficient experience and proficiency are demonstrated, under the guidance of the Zoning Manager.

Processes zoning cases in Accela software and prepares advertising notices, public hearing notifications, zoning certification letters and various types of signage.

Tracks and assists the Zoning Division with processing of rezoning extension requests and/or reversionary zonings as directed.

Provide support for public events (e.g., open houses or public hearings)

Performs other related administrative tasks.

Encourages and promotes a culture of excellent customer service.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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 as related to the enforcement of laws and ordinances; general knowledge of standard office methods and procedures, business English, spelling and 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 and at a reasonable rate of speed; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.

Education and Experience

Associate’s Degree in community development, urban or regional planning or closely related field OR moderate experience in supporting planning staff in a public-sector agency or private consulting firm, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with zoning case administration preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements

This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force; work regularly requires speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions, frequently requires sitting and occasionally requires standing, walking, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, pushing or pulling and lifting; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data and using of measuring devices; work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).

Special Requirements

Favorable background history as determined by review of local, State and Federal records.

Valid driver’s license in the State of Georgia with a favorable driving history (MVR).