Listing Summary

Position Information

 

The Zoning Division is seeking an individual to provide technical review of rezoning applications, conditional use permit applications, sketch plats, home occupation permits and mobile vending permits.  This requires working independently and as part of a team to provide a high level of review, research, analysis and communication with a variety of stakeholders including government boards, developers, architects, engineers and the public.

 

Forsyth County, Georgia, is located 25 miles north of Atlanta with a population just over 250,000. The county has been one of the fastest growing counties in the nation and draws new residents through proximity to multiple job centers, an excellent public school system and a strong network of public parks as well as a robust housing market.  Forsyth County borders Lake Sidney Lanier and is ideally located between Atlanta and the Blue Ridge mountains of North Georgia, which provides recreational opportunities throughout the year.  

 

Job Summary

 

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. Other duties may be required and assigned.
 
Utilizes discretionary authority to interpret and apply County codes, comprehensive plan, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to zoning, land use, and site development; researches code-related issues in code books as needed; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations.
 
Provides information and technical assistance to citizens, property owners, land developers, contractors, architects, staff members, County officials, or other individuals/agencies regarding planning/zoning issues, land use issues, codes/ordinances, land development review procedures, site plan reviews, permits, fees, or other issues; responds to routine questions or complaints; researches problems and initiates problem resolution; assists the public with various issues.
 
Conducts review of rezoning applications, conditional use permit applications, sketch plats, home occupation permits and mobile vending permits, site plans, elevations, legal descriptions, surveys, or other documentation for proposed projects.  
 
Determines whether proposed developments comply with County codes/ordinances; recommends approval or denial of rezoning, conditional use permit and sketch plat applications; prepares staff technical reviews, technical analyses, recommendations, and comments regarding proposed projects for submission to the Planning Commission, Board of Commissioners, applicants, or other personnel as appropriate.
 
Conducts/attends various meetings with engineers, builders, property owners and the public.
 
Serves as staff contact person for Planning Commission; provides information to the Planning Commission at meetings and public hearings.

 

 

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

 

Performs general clerical or customer service tasks, which may include assisting people at the counter, answering telephone calls, typing documents, making copies, sending/receiving faxes, filing documentation, or processing incoming/outgoing mail; receives moneys in payment of permit application fees or other departmental fees/services; records transactions, issues receipts, and forwards revenues as appropriate.

 

Performs other related duties as required.

 

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or closely related field; supplemented by three (3) years previous experience and/or training involving urban planning, local/regional land use, zoning, land development plan review, site plan review, and personal computer operations; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license. A Master's Degree in Urban Planning or closely related field and/or American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification is encouraged.