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Albemarle

$57,096.00 - $72,800.00 Annually

City Hall, NC

Full-time Regular

00205

Planning & Development Services

Planning & Development

Scope Of Role

Performs responsible technical work in support of development and construction review, approval and related planning and code enforcement functions for the City. Serves as the City's liaison and primary contact to the development community and general public for all aspects of development and construction within the city. The employee coordinates between multiple private firms and public departments at various levels in the review and approval of development projects. The employee performs inspections of construction projects for storm water and erosion control compliance; serves as coordinator for the organization and review of plans submitted; and provides support for planning and development services and related engineering functions in the City. Work includes reviewing construction plans, corresponding and/or meeting with engineers and/or contractors to review specifications and requirements, inspecting construction in progress and upon completion for adherence to approved laws, ordinances, plans, and specifications. The employee performs basic GIS to develop maps and maintains development services and engineering files and records and supports development services staff as deemed necessary by the Director. Work may subject the employee to environmental conditions including working in both inside and outside environments, extreme temperatures, and construction noise, dusts, mists, fumes and related hazards. Work is performed under general supervision and is evaluated based on conferences, review of records, and adherence of work inspected to adopted plans and specifications.

Essential Duties

1. Serves as coordinator for the review and approval of all development and construction projects within the City; ensures completeness and accuracy of plans; distributes coordination forms to other department representatives; provides feedback to the plan architect or developer.
2. Reviews plans for storm water and erosion control compliance; visits worksites to assure compliance.
3. Inspects NC DOT projects; completes Inspector's Daily Report, Project Diary and keeps record of project progress and findings; records equipment and material used on site; meets with other government officials to review job progress.
4. Working with City Public Works, Public Utilities and other City and State agencies, checks water, sewer, street, and sidewalk installation for compliance with plans; observes pressures testing of water lines and smoke testing of sewer lines; reports findings to responsible agencies as needed.
5. Answers a variety of questions from public, architects, contractors, and builders on site review requirements and related engineering questions; meets with property owners for driveway and easement permits.
6. Uses GIS to develop and maintain a City database of map layers; produces maps for various departments and the customers on an as needed basis, including updating resurfacing maps, annual annexation and roads maps, etc.
7. Maintains planning and development services files and plans.
8. Assists Planning and Development Services Department Staff as needed with site visits and notification for nuisance complaints and compliance, assist in measuring businesses for signage and other zoning ordinance requirements; and help with trouble shooting on-site HVAC and other mechanical issues as needed.
9. Assists with contract administration by reviewing work for contract compliance and with recording and reporting on the status of city projects and grants to responsible agencies as needed.
10. May require additional on-the-job training and certification in fields including, but not limited to: floodplain, stormwater, erosion control and watershed management; geographic information systems; computer aided design; building inspections; etc.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school supplemented by substantial coursework in engineering technology, civil engineering, planning, architecture, real estate or construction management. Completion of certifications or associates degree or higher in any of the above highly desirable.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in planning, engineering, architecture, code enforcement, inspections, construction, real estate or an equivalent field; or any combination of experience.
• Certification or significant training and coursework towards becoming a certified Building Code Inspector Level I or higher.
• Certification or significant training in floodplain, stormwater, erosion control and/or watershed management; geographic information systems and/or CAD software.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.

Albemarle will be a place where all people can develop their potential, bringing neighbors together to support a connected community rich in water, air, land, and opportunity. We are dedicated to providing benefits that meet the needs of our employees and their families, while being competitive and cost effective. We offer the following:

• Medical insurance for individuals provided; competitive rates for dependent coverage
• Local Gov't Employees Retirement System plan
• 401K & 457B
• Paid life insurance
• Optional dental and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, and short-term disability subject to plan terms and applicable waiting periods
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and employee training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Membership in the North Carolina Local Government Employees' Retirement System

About The City Of Albemarle

The City of Albemarle is home to approximately 16,000 residents and is the county seat of Stanly County. Our city has a thriving business environment, distinctive homes and friendly neighborhoods. Its growing industrial and commercial sectors make Albemarle an attractive place to live and work. Situated in the beautiful Uwharrie Lakes Region in the Piedmont of North Carolina, Albemarle is conveniently located near several of the state's urban areas Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro, and Winston-Salem.

Quality Of Life

Albemarle is one of the principal communities of the Uwharries Lakes Region, an area that has been described as the "Central Park of North Carolina". This area is rich in cultural, historical, natural and recreational assets. Albemarle and Stanly County provide an exceptional opportunity to live in a safe, attractive community that is ideal for raising families or for enjoying retirement. The area benefits from a moderate climate and a landscape of gently rolling hills. Albemarle boasts a variety of beautiful and diverse neighborhoods, both historic and new.