Duties & Responsibilities: The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.

1. Serves as principal staff for monthly planning and zoning Board & Commission meetings: Planning Commission, Design Review Board, Tree Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals. Prepares staff reports and presentations for Boards, Commissions and Town Council as needed.
2. Attendance at Town Council meetings required.
3. Reviewing and approving Board and Commission applications, building and zoning permits, business license applications, subdivision plats and development plans.
4. Interprets and enforces provisions of applicable federal, state, and local laws, standards, policies and procedures related to planning and zoning; provides information and technical assistance concerning code requirements to the public and to boards and Town management; discusses problem areas with property owners, residents, and contractors; makes safety suggestions and recommends solutions to problems; responds to questions or complaints concerning zoning codes or code violations; conducts research associated with zoning code enforcement activities as needed.
5. Researches and maintains current knowledge of state legislation and current case law pertaining to zoning issues; makes recommendations on changes or revisions to Zoning Ordinance; prepares and presents amendments to Zoning Ordinance.
6. Communicates with department heads, Town officials, residents, property owners, businesses, developers, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of projects and applications, exchange information, or resolve conflicts.
7. Serve as the Town's zoning enforcement officer responding to complaints of violations, investigating possible infractions, and issuing municipal citations if necessary; interviewing witnesses and gathering information for the Town's prosecuting attorney; prepares and collects data and evidence for court proceedings pertaining to zoning; testifies for in court regarding zoning matters and code violations.
8. Develops and implements administrative procedures to provide greater accountability and better service to the public.
9. Facilitates seminars and presentations for public; prepares and presents educational materials regarding code requirements and enforcement for the community.
10. Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals, schedules workload for inspectors.
11. Coordinates daily work activities: organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with assigned staff, assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise; conducts and documents Board and Commission training sessions to satisfy annual requirements of the Municipal Association of South Carolina (MASC).
12. Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge and awareness of applicable laws/regulations; maintains an awareness of new products, methods, trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
13. Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications / Education / Skills

• Bachelor's degree (BA) required from a 4-year college or university in Planning or a related field and/or a minimum of ten (10) years of professional planning and zoning experience.
• A minimum of six (6) years of management experience with extensive knowledge in Planning, Zoning, and Floodplain Management
• Strong knowledge of SC planning and Land Use Regulations
• Knowledge of building codes and ordinances to ensure quality and safety of all structures and property: must have knowledge of planning and zoning within a town.
• Ability to work effectively with the public, fellow employees, other agencies, and departments.
• Excellent management skills: possess written and oral communication skills that include problem resolution and public speaking.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as permit fees, interest, statistics, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, volume; ability to apply concepts of algebra and geometry.
• Computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite, department related software, internet, and email.
• Ability to read and interpret contracts, correspondences, ordinances, resolutions, and proclamation documents.
• Ability to exercise independent judgement within the limits of the position and perform a variety of tasks simultaneously or in rapid succession.
• Successful completion of drug screen and various background investigations which may include criminal history, driving record, credit report, employment history, education verification and personal references.

Certificates / Licenses / Registrations

• Must possess and maintain ASFPM Certification in Floodplain Management
• Must possess and maintain ICC Certification in Zoning
• ICC Building Official Certification preferred or must be able to obtain certification within two (2) years of employment
• Must possess and maintain a valid South Carolina Driver License

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To talk and hear; sit, stand, walk climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; drive a town vehicle; vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The worker will be subject to indoor office conditions, seasonal outdoor weather conditions, work near and around moving mechanical equipment, precarious and high places, fumes, and airborne particles.

Essential Safety Functions

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures, and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injuries or illnesses. Every director/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed, and employees are properly trained.

Disclaimer: The job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The functions, duties, skills, and requirements outlined in this document represent what is required to perform the essential job functions of this position; however, this document is not to be considered all-inclusive and may be amended at any time at the discretion of the Town Administrator.