Planning Director , Town of Blythewood
•Manages and administers the Town’s zoning ordinance, subdivision regulations, comprehensive plan, and related land use policies. •Oversees development review processes, including rezonings, annexations, site plans, subdivisions, special exceptions, and variances. •Coordinates zoning and land use aspects of feasibility studies and development proposals. •Meets with developers, property owners, contractors, and applicants to discuss proposed projects, ordinance standards, and review procedures. •Provides interpretation of zoning regulations and development standards.
•Oversees the processing of building permits and contractor business licenses. •Coordinates plan reviews and inspections with Richland County and other regulatory agencies. •Ensures accurate tracking, filing, and retention of permitting and inspection records. •Prepares and reviews monthly permit and inspection activity reports. •Provides staff support to the Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, Board of Architectural Review, and other boards or committees as assigned. •Prepares staff reports, agenda items, ordinances, resolutions, and presentations for boards, commissions
•Manages the Zoning Department. •Manages, prioritizes, and reviews complex and technical planning and zoning cases to ensure quality, accuracy, and timeliness. •Identifies opportunities for process improvements and recommends administrative or policy changes. •Coordinates with the Town Attorney on legal matters related to zoning, land use, and development. •Assists with preparation and administration of the planning and zoning budget. •May participate in hiring, training, and performance evaluation of assigned staff.
•Bachelor’s degree in planning, public administration, or a related field. •Five (3) years of professional experience in planning, zoning, or land use administration; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. •AICP certification preferred. •Must possess a valid S.C. Driver’s License
•Knowledge of municipal planning principles, zoning administration, and development review processes. •Knowledge of South Carolina planning and zoning statutes and local government procedures. •Ability to interpret and apply ordinances, regulations, and technical documents. •Strong written and verbal communication skills. •Ability to prepare clear and accurate reports, correspondence, and presentations. •Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail and deadlines. •Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials, staff, developers
•Strong ethical standards and commitment to public service. •Work is performed mostly in office settings. •While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work in outside-weather conditions. The employee may be occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, or airborne particles. •The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office and may be moderate in the field. •While performing the other duties of this job, the employee must operate controls for various pieces of office equipment, attend meetings, convey complex information
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Town of Blythewood
Human Resources Department
171 Langford Rd.
Blythewood SC 29016