PLANNER

General Job Description: The essential function of the position within the organization is to review and analyze subdivision and development plans for the County. The position is responsible for planning, zoning, subdivision and general development, site/plan review, customer service, and related records and reports. The position reports major activities to executive level administrators through conferences and reports.

PRIMARY DUTIES:
This list represents the essential tasks performed by the position. Employees may be assigned additional duties by management as required.
- Reviews site development plans and subdivision plats for conformity to zoning and development ordinances; coordinates review
  and approval process with other staff members.
- Provides customer service to County communities, including providing information relating to planning/zoning and inspections,
  and assisting with resolution of problems, issues and complaints. 
- Reviews and analyzes rezoning requests and text changes.
- Performs field work, including land use mapping; transfers information into the Geographical Information System.
- Participates in studies for preparation of amendments to zoning and development ordinances; provides assistance in planning-
  related activities such as population land use, demographic/census, and economic development programs. 
- Receives monies for plat approvals and similar requests and prepares and makes monthly deposits for Treasurer's Office. 
- Performs clerical tasks such as preparing packets for meetings, preparing and mailing out public notices, data entry, preparing
  correspondence, filing, faxing, and photocopying. 
- Gathers and maintains information/data to support periodic and special reports, such as reports for Planning Commission and
  ARB.
- Attends staff and other professional meetings to exchange information; attends technical or professional classes, seminars, or
  conferences to improve technical or professional skills. 
- Completes special projects as directed.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Requires bachelor's degree in urban studies, planning or a closely related field and a minimum of four years of related experience. A valid State of South Carolina Driver's License is required.

Starting Salary: $40,894 - $51,120 (DOQ)

Reply To:
Greg Troutman
Georgetown County Government
104 Screven Street
Georgetown, SC 29440
Phone: (843)545-3074 / Fax: (843)545-3252
gtroutman@georgetowncountysc.org
Web:
http://www.georgetowncountysc.org