Dorchester County, SC
COMMUNITY RATING SYSTEM (CRS) COORDINATOR
Dorchester County, SC, Columbia, South Carolina, us, 29228
Salary :
$48,198.85 - $53,018.74 Annually
Location :
SC, SC
Job Type:
FULL-TIME
Job Number:
02005
Department:
BUILDING SERVICES
Opening Date:
10/18/2024
Closing Date:
11/22/2024 5:00 PM Eastern
Description
JOB SUMMARYThe purpose of the class is to review documents submitted for construction within the floodplain, check for compliance against applicable building code and National Flood Insurance Program requirements, and to maintain and prepare required documentation for membership into the NFIP's Community Rating System Program (CRS). The class is given a general outline of work to be performed and is free to develop work methods and sequences; work is reviewed periodically by supervisor.
Duties
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS• The tasks listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional tasks related to the type of work the class performs as necessary.• Reviews elevation certificates for correctness as submitted. Maintains these certificates and presents as necessary for annual CRS audits.• Assist customers in processing permit applications in the Special Flood Hazard Areas; researches property records to verify accuracy of applications.• Helps to maintain Flood Maps by checking LOMR's and LOMA's as necessary. Assures correct maps are available on the county website as well as available in county libraries.• Explains requirements of the NFIP and the CRS programs to the general public, public officials, contractors, architects, engineers, etc.• Maintains maps and records of Repetitive Loss Properties in the County.• Maintains the Floodplain Management page on the county website. Assures the most up-to-date information is available to the public.• Maintains records for all County Activity Points as relating to the CRS by communicating with various other departments, logging all correspondence regarding questions concerning the CRS program or properties located in a Special Flood Hazard Area, corresponding with local Real Estate and Insurance Agents regarding Flood Hazard requirements.• Initiates any future activities necessary to assist the county in bettering the CRS classification.• Assists in Damage Assessment Activities when necessary.• May require on-site inspections of construction within Special Flood Hazard Areas.• Attends training, meetings, seminars, etc, as required to enhance job knowledge and skills.• Performs other related job duties as assigned.Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONSEducation and Experience:Associate's degree, vocational technical degree,or
specialized training that is equivalent to satisfactory completion of two years of college education with emphasis in building construction, construction inspection or a closely related field.
And
One year of construction or floodplain management experience or closely related field.Additional Requirements
Special Qualifications:
Must possess a valid state driver's license.
Must possess a Certified Floodplain Managers Certification or the ability to obtain one within one year of entering position.
Residential or Commercial Building Inspector Certification preferred.
For more information on Dorchester County Government please view the information below:
Benefits for County Employees
County Employees may be eligible for a variety of State benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system.
Healthcare Benefits(Full-time employees)
Dorchester County is a part of the State Benefits Program. The State program offers its employees a comprehensive health and dental program, along with a wide array of supplemental insurance programs. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best possible insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. We've maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar. You may refer to the link for more information.
Retirement Benefits
In addition to our health and dental insurance programs, all county employees are a part of the South Carolina Retirement System. These programs are designed to help provide county employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs. You may refer to the link for more information.
Workplace BenefitsIn addition, county employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as holidays, annual leave, and sick leave.
Note: The above benefits are available to most county employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or none of these benefits based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position.
01
Do you have at a minimum an Associate's degree, vocational technical degree, or specialized training that is equivalent to satisfactory completion of two years of college education with emphasis in building construction, construction inspection or a closely related field?
YESNO
02
Do you have at least one (1) year of construction or floodplain management experience or closely related field?
YESNO
03
Do you possess a valid state driver's license?
YESNO
04
Do you currently possess a Certified Floodplain Manager Certification or the ability to become certified as a Floodplan Manager within one year of entering this position?
YESNO
05
This position requires being detail oriented and able to multi-task. Do you feel you possess these qualifications?
YESNO
06
Describe your education or experience in building construction, construction inspection or similar experiences.
07
Do you possess a residential or commercial building inspector certification? If so, attach a copy of certificate.
YesNo
08
This position requires great organizational skills. Please describe your approach to multi-task assignments.
09
This position requires the ability to work independently. Do you believe you possess the ability to satisfy this requirement?
YesNo
10
How do you rate your computer skills? 1 being low, 10 being excellent.
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$48,198.85 - $53,018.74 Annually
Location :
SC, SC
Job Type:
FULL-TIME
Job Number:
02005
Department:
BUILDING SERVICES
Opening Date:
10/18/2024
Closing Date:
11/22/2024 5:00 PM Eastern
Description
JOB SUMMARYThe purpose of the class is to review documents submitted for construction within the floodplain, check for compliance against applicable building code and National Flood Insurance Program requirements, and to maintain and prepare required documentation for membership into the NFIP's Community Rating System Program (CRS). The class is given a general outline of work to be performed and is free to develop work methods and sequences; work is reviewed periodically by supervisor.
Duties
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS• The tasks listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional tasks related to the type of work the class performs as necessary.• Reviews elevation certificates for correctness as submitted. Maintains these certificates and presents as necessary for annual CRS audits.• Assist customers in processing permit applications in the Special Flood Hazard Areas; researches property records to verify accuracy of applications.• Helps to maintain Flood Maps by checking LOMR's and LOMA's as necessary. Assures correct maps are available on the county website as well as available in county libraries.• Explains requirements of the NFIP and the CRS programs to the general public, public officials, contractors, architects, engineers, etc.• Maintains maps and records of Repetitive Loss Properties in the County.• Maintains the Floodplain Management page on the county website. Assures the most up-to-date information is available to the public.• Maintains records for all County Activity Points as relating to the CRS by communicating with various other departments, logging all correspondence regarding questions concerning the CRS program or properties located in a Special Flood Hazard Area, corresponding with local Real Estate and Insurance Agents regarding Flood Hazard requirements.• Initiates any future activities necessary to assist the county in bettering the CRS classification.• Assists in Damage Assessment Activities when necessary.• May require on-site inspections of construction within Special Flood Hazard Areas.• Attends training, meetings, seminars, etc, as required to enhance job knowledge and skills.• Performs other related job duties as assigned.Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONSEducation and Experience:Associate's degree, vocational technical degree,or
specialized training that is equivalent to satisfactory completion of two years of college education with emphasis in building construction, construction inspection or a closely related field.
And
One year of construction or floodplain management experience or closely related field.Additional Requirements
Special Qualifications:
Must possess a valid state driver's license.
Must possess a Certified Floodplain Managers Certification or the ability to obtain one within one year of entering position.
Residential or Commercial Building Inspector Certification preferred.
For more information on Dorchester County Government please view the information below:
Benefits for County Employees
County Employees may be eligible for a variety of State benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system.
Healthcare Benefits(Full-time employees)
Dorchester County is a part of the State Benefits Program. The State program offers its employees a comprehensive health and dental program, along with a wide array of supplemental insurance programs. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best possible insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. We've maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar. You may refer to the link for more information.
Retirement Benefits
In addition to our health and dental insurance programs, all county employees are a part of the South Carolina Retirement System. These programs are designed to help provide county employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs. You may refer to the link for more information.
Workplace BenefitsIn addition, county employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as holidays, annual leave, and sick leave.
Note: The above benefits are available to most county employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or none of these benefits based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position.
01
Do you have at a minimum an Associate's degree, vocational technical degree, or specialized training that is equivalent to satisfactory completion of two years of college education with emphasis in building construction, construction inspection or a closely related field?
YESNO
02
Do you have at least one (1) year of construction or floodplain management experience or closely related field?
YESNO
03
Do you possess a valid state driver's license?
YESNO
04
Do you currently possess a Certified Floodplain Manager Certification or the ability to become certified as a Floodplan Manager within one year of entering this position?
YESNO
05
This position requires being detail oriented and able to multi-task. Do you feel you possess these qualifications?
YESNO
06
Describe your education or experience in building construction, construction inspection or similar experiences.
07
Do you possess a residential or commercial building inspector certification? If so, attach a copy of certificate.
YesNo
08
This position requires great organizational skills. Please describe your approach to multi-task assignments.
09
This position requires the ability to work independently. Do you believe you possess the ability to satisfy this requirement?
YesNo
10
How do you rate your computer skills? 1 being low, 10 being excellent.
12345678910
Required Question