Pasco County Government

Planning Assistant I

Pasco County Government  •  $50k - $70k/yr  •  New Port Richey, FL (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Posting number: 14137-0926R

Department: Planning & Development

Division: Current Planning

Job classification: Planning Assistant I

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Planning and Development

Summary

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A PLANNING ASSISTANT I

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A PLANNING ASSISTANT I

This role involves specialized office work in the review and management of Development Permit applications.

Examples of duties

  • Reviews and performs interdepartmental coordination of development applications.
  • Researches issues related to planning, property ownership, zoning history, and land use.
  • Reviews and analyzes development applications for compliance with applicable laws and ordinances.
  • Reviews correspondence and recommendations from the Planning Commission and Board of County Commissioners.
  • Originates technical review comments based on the knowledge required below.
  • Assists with questions and/or problems related to knowledge required below.
  • Gives instructions on practice/procedures, both written and verbal.
  • Works with developers, engineers, attorneys, planners, and other interested parties on procedural and/or technical questions concerning development issues.
  • Interacts with public relating to interpretation of development regulations.
  • Responds to public concerns and requests for information pertaining to development.
  • Related work as required.

Qualifications

  • Advanced Knowledge of Zoning Standards.
  • Advanced Knowledge of Subdivision and Platting Standards.
  • Advanced Knowledge of Development Standards in relation to landscaping, buffering, and parking.
  • Advanced Knowledge of Development Review Permit Types and Applications.
  • Skills related to the use of computers and related software.
  • Ability to read for comprehension.
  • Ability to read and interpret aerial photos and maps.
  • Ability to meet and work with the public.
  • Ability to read and understand site and subdivision plans.
  • Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to present findings in written, oral, and graphic form.

Supplemental information

PHYSICAL SKILLS/WORKING CONDITIONS: Work may require field trips, which involves walking to observe site locations. Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written, and visual communication.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate degree and two (2) years' of experience in review for compliance with planning, zoning, building, and land development or similar regulations OR graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma and four (4) years' of experience. Experience working with Flood/FEMA preferred.

For In-house applicants: This position qualifies for DAP.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Florida driver's license. Must be eligible to become a Notary Public.

ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.

PASCO COUNTY WAS VOTED ONE OF THE NATION'S TOP WORKPLACES FOR 2021

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Pasco County Government

About Pasco County Government

Pasco County was created in 1887 from the southern part of Hernando County. It was named for Samuel Pasco, who served in the Confederate Army, the state legislature and in the United States Senate from 1887 to 1899. The earliest towns were Anclote, Blanton, Dade City, Earnestville, Fort Dade, Macon (Trilby), Lacoochee and San Antonio. Citrus was an important industry when the county was formed, although a decline followed a freeze in 1895. Several large sawmills operated in the county in the early part of the twentieth century. During the Florida land boom of the 1920s, New Port Richey became the winter home of silent screen star Thomas Meighan and golfer Gene Sarazen; Meighan attempted to bring other Hollywood figures to the city. The county has experienced significant population growth since the 1960s. The growth began along the Gulf coast but is now occurring most rapidly in areas north of Tampa.

Located on the Gulf of Mexico in the Tampa Bay area, Pasco is part of a nine-county region referred to as the "Nature Coast." Pasco County has a total of 742 square miles with more than 100 square miles of managed recreational facilities, including parks, four artificial reefs (one made up of surplus military tanks), more than 25 golf courses, and three State-designated canoe trails. The possibilities to enjoy the outdoors and nature are unlimited.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
New Port Richey, FL
Year Founded
1887
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