JOB DESCRIPTION

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
• Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
• Reviews plans submitted to the department for compliance with current regulations.
• Prepares and presents complex subdivisions, special exceptions, waivers, administrative appeals, and variances to the Board of Zoning Appeals and/or Planning Commission, which requires the ability to drive and operate a vehicle.
• Attends meetings with internal and external customers and provides technical zoning information for proposed projects.
• Provides guidance and supervision to subordinate staff by mentorship and open communication.
• Implements and enforces the York County Zoning and Land Development Codes.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, or related discipline. Master's degree preferred.
• Six (6) years of experience in project review and compliance with local regulations, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Certifications / Licenses:

• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) preferred.

Applicants with equivalent experience and/or education may be considered.

Physical Demands / Work Environment / Disclaimer:

Physical Demands:

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

• Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance

York County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.