THIS IS A PROMOTIONAL POSTING OPPORTUNITY. ONLY CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF HAMILTON COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS DIVISIONWILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.Under limited supervision, responsible for overseeing and directing the day-to-day zoning and subdivision operations of the Planning Department. Work is performed with general direction, working from broad goals and policies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, physical requirements, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is
not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.
This is a Fair Labor Standards Act Defined Exempt Position-Exempt positions are excluded from minimum wage, overtime regulations, and other rights and protections afforded nonexempt workers. The employee in this position is paid a salary rather than an hourly wage for this position. FLSA does not limit the amount of work time an employer may require or expect from any exempt employee, on any schedule. Hamilton County Government expects an employee in this position to complete the work assigned regardless the number of hours involved in completing the tasks assigned.Supervises division staff to include: prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff is trained; ensuring that employees follow policies and procedures; maintaining a healthy and safe working environment; and, making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.
Directs and monitors the day-to-day division activities and operations, which includes: maintaining, administering, and implementing of standard operating procedures, quality assurance standards, policies, goals, objectives, work plans, and workflow; ensuring procedures and equipment meet operational and program performance; and, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, ordinances, codes, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
Collaborates and meets with land developers, real estate professionals, elected officials, residents, and other County professional staff members to discuss, advise, and assist with various zoning and subdivision issues and questions.
Prepares and presents multi-media zoning and subdivision presentations for staff review meetings, Commission public hearings, County Commission meetings, and/or other applicable groups. Coordinates and develops amendments to zoning and subdivision regulations.
Oversees the official zoning map; supervises department staff in updating/maintaining the official zoning map.
Performs field checks and photographs sites and surrounding areas identified for rezoning requests or subdivision plats.
Directs the preparation and administration of projects, which includes: defining specifications; soliciting bids; selecting consultants and vendors; overseeing and monitoring project progress; reviewing project reports; making public presentations; forming and organizing committees; and, chairing public meetings.
Provides technical guidance and expertise to architects, developers, realtors, contractors, property owners, and the general public regarding zoning and subdivision projects; responds to related questions and requests for information.
Reviews subdivision proposals and designs for compliance with applicable regulations and makes recommendations based on analysis; attends pre-submittal meetings to review projects.
Develops and facilitates community education and outreach programs.
Organizes, coordinates, and facilitates public meetings.
Participates in forecasting, preparing, and administering section budgets; prepares cost estimates for budget recommendations; submits justifications for budget items; monitors and controls expenditures.
Prepares and evaluates specifications, scopes of work, and requests for proposal for new projects; negotiates related contracts and change orders.
Communicates and collaborates with internal departments, external consultants, vendors, external agencies, regulatory officials, Boards, Commissions, the general public, and/or other interested parties to coordinate work activities, exchange information, and resolve problems.
Directs and reviews the analysis of a variety of data and information; formulates recommendations based on findings; manages priorities, work processes, and procedures; ensures adherence and compatibility with organizational goals, objectives, and strategic initiatives.
Directs, reviews, and participates in the development of a variety of reports, work papers, communications, schedules, and/or other related documents to and from internal departments, governmental entities, external agencies, contractors, and/or other interested parties.
Compiles and monitors operational, administrative, and statistical data related to zoning and subdivision planning operations and regulatory requirements; prepares related reports, procedures, and documentation.
Provides technical expertise and guidance to contractors, ensuring compliance with applicable contract terms and conditions and authorizing contractor payments.
Represents the City and/or the Department at a variety of internal and/or external meetings, public events, training sessions, on committees, and/or other related events in order to receive and/or convey information.
Uses, carries, and answers their cell phone for business purposes as determined by the assigned job duties and the department head.
Performs other duties as assigned.Knowledge of standard management principles.
Knowledge of subdivision planning and design principles, practices, methods and procedures.
Knowledge of land use planning principles, concepts and methods.
Knowledge of local legislative processes.
Knowledge of policy analysis principles.
Knowledge of development review principles.
Knowledge of research, data and report presentation techniques.
Knowledge of applicable Federal, State and Local laws, ordinances, codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Knowledge of strategic planning principles and practices.
Knowledge of research and data analysis techniques.
Knowledge of public relations principles and budgeting principles.
Skill in monitoring and evaluating the work of staff.
Skill in and ability to prioritize and assign work.
Skill in using a computer and related software applications.
Skill in developing and administering budgets.
Skill in reviewing, planning and designing projects.
Skill in reviewing design and development data and information.
Skill in coordinating inter-agency activities and projects.
Skill in analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed actions and implementing recommendations in support of goals.
Skill in responding to changing situations and needs.
Skill in analyzing data associated with land-use and site plans.
Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
Skill in facilitating negotiations and mediations.
Skill in speaking in public.
Skill in conducting research.
Skill in preparing a variety of reports and business correspondence.
Skill in developing and analyzing community outreach and education programs and communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
Ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers and citizens.
Ability to analyze engineering drawings, plans, maps, aerial photographs, land use and census data.A Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Urban Design, Public Policy, Environmental Science, or a closely related field. Must have a minimum of six (6) years of direct work experience in urban planning, urban design, zoning, development review, project management, or work in a geographical information system, at least three (3) years of which, must be in a supervisory role. A valid driver’s license is required.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Must be able to obtain an American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification within twelve (12) months of date of hire.
Prior to operating a County-owned vehicle, all employees are required to complete the HC Defensive Driving course and/or or an Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) provided at the department level.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Work requires minimal physical effort with intermittent sitting, standing, and walking. Work requires excessive use of a computer. May require lifting of up to twenty-five (25) pounds on occasion. Visits to worksites prior to construction are required.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
All positions within Hamilton County Government are considered work
in-personand require regular and punctual attendance.
All positions within Hamilton County Government may require work on Holidays or weekends. Additionally, irregular hours and shift work may be required, including possible extension of shift hours, at times with short notice.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERHamilton County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. A copy of Hamilton County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP) & Utilization Report is available on the County’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office home page.
https://www.hamiltontn.gov/Department_EqualEmploymentOpportunityOffice.aspx
