Development Technician

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Associates degree in urban planning, geography, architecture, engineering, construction management, or a related field; one to two years of related work experience; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Under general supervision, performs technical work in permitting, planning, and code enforcement for the Planning & Community Development Department.

Reviews development applications including building permits, building plans, site plans, and minor stormwater plans to ensure compliance with County ordinances and State regulations including CAMA and FEMA (flood) regulations. Performs local permit officer duties which includes the administration of Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA) permits. Performs code enforcement duties which includes application and enforcement of County and State ordinances and codes. Performs routine administrative tasks to include file maintenance, typing letters and reports, maintenance of department records, and responding to customer inquiries. Researches and compiles information on a variety of development issues from multiple sources. Acts as clerk to advisory boards and committees, including but not limited to, preparation of agenda packets, typing minutes, and attending regularly scheduled meetings. Assists with administrative duties in the Corolla or Currituck Mainland offices. Attends occasional public meetings, including evenings, as required by the Planning & CD Director. Field work will be required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Reviews development applications including building permits, building plans, site plans, and minor stormwater plans to ensure compliance with county ordinances, building codes, and state regulations; conducts on-site zoning and project inspections.
• Provides information and assistance to the public for obtaining CAMA permits; reviews and issues CAMA permits; inspects improvements; and prepares reports to be submitted to the State.
• Applies FEMA regulations including verifying flood certifications and identifying flood zones; issues flood development permits and flood determination letters, processes LOMA applications.
• Interprets, applies and enforces county Unified Development Ordinance and Code of Ordinances relating to zoning, subdivision, flood, and nuisance standards.
• Researches and compiles information on a variety of development issues from multiple sources.
• Performs routine administrative tasks including file maintenance, typing letters and reports, maintaining department records, and responding to customer inquiries.
• Assists with permitting intake and administrative duties in the Mainland or Corolla offices as needed

SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license. Ability to obtain within three years of employment, a Certified Floodplain Manager Certification or a Level I Building Code Certificate as determined by the Director. Employment drug test, driver’s history screen and criminal background check required of finalist applicant(s).

RECRUITMENT PERIOD: June 25, 2020-until filled.

HOW TO APPLY: Currituck County online application required which may be accessed at https://co.currituck.nc.us/employment-opportunities/

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Currituck County Human Resources Office or N.C. Department of Commerce
153 Courthouse Road, Suite 103 422 McArthur Street
Elizabeth City, North Carolina 27909