Development Technician
General Description
This is an intermediate level position providing quality customer service and advanced technical and administrative support to development services for permits, licenses, inspections, planning and geographical functions. Work is performed under the supervision and direction of the Division Manager.
Essential Job Functions
• Provides assistance with land use, zoning, business tax, permitting, licensing, and fees.
• Processes complex applications, contractor registrations, permits and payments.
• Examines plans and applications to ensure Unified Land Development Code compliance.
• Researches data and compiles documentation for special projects as assigned; present findings in graphic, pictorial, cartographic and technical drawing forms.
• Assists with processing Certifications of Occupancy (CO).
• Provides assistance to developers, engineers and contractors with regard to various development projects.
• Prepares correspondence, reports, agendas, legal documents and advertisements for public hearings.
• Assists the public, other City departments, outside agencies, developers, engineers, and contractors in interpreting and applying the City's Unified Land Development Code, other applicable standards and regulations, as well as providing assistance with project specific information.
• Responds to customer emails/phones calls and in office requests for information on current planning projects, zoning questions, code concerns, etc.
• Assists in the preparation of base map information, such as topography, soil conditions, street names and road network utilizing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and other techniques.
• Coordinates street names and address numbers with County and other agencies.
• Performs field inspections to ensure compliance with development orders, ordinances, and resolutions relating to the issuance of approved development projects.
• Serves as backup for Development Tech I position by processing special event, sign, and temporary use permits.
(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned, including City-directed work assignments in the event of a declared emergency.)
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
• Knowledge of administrative principles and practices, including maintaining accurate records.
• Skilled in business system applications, databases and standard software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Skilled in customer service, including ability to communicate effectively, both in person and in writing.
• Skilled in the use of small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
• Skilled in using computers for word processing and accounting purposes.
• Skilled in using highly technical computer applications, such as GIS or CAD.
• Ability to produce and maintain financial and statistical records, and to prepare periodic reports from such records.
• Ability to research and interpret City codes, regulations and development orders.
• Ability to plan, organize and use mature judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions in accordance with established policy.
• Ability to enter data accurately from a wide variety of source documents.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public.
Education, Experience, Licenses and Certifications
Education And Experience
• High School Diploma from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma is preferred, supplemented by college courses.
• Five (5) years progressively responsible administrative experience.
• Two (2) years in the planning, zoning, construction, engineering or related industry.
(A comparable amount of relevant training, education and/or experience may be substituted for the above qualifications.)
Licenses And Certifications
Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Florida driver's license by date of hire.
Emergency Response Responsibility
Every City employee has emergency response responsibilities, though not every position will require routine assignments during an emergency event. All employees are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the normal work location, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official job description. Assignments in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature, with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites with physically and operationally challenging conditions.
Hiring Range Statement
Please note, the hiring pay range for this position is the minimum up to a rate equal to or less than the midpoint of the salary range.
Veterans Preference Statement
The City of North Port, FL is an Affirmative Action/ADA/Veterans’ Preference and Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, and Persons with Disabilities are Encouraged to Apply.
All benefits are effective the 1st of the month following 30 days.
Aetna – Health Insurance
The City offers eligible employees the choice of 2 Open Access In Network plans and 1 Open Access PPO Plan. Premiums and co-pays are dependent upon your plan choice.
Cigna Dental– Dental Insurance
The City's dental plan is a PPO plan providing eligible employees with in network or out of network options. You are entitled to two (2) preventive care treatments per calendar year (6 months apart). There is a $1,500 lifetime maximum for Orthodontia (children up to age 19). Premiums will depend on which tier you choose.
EyeMed Vision Care – Vision Insurance
The City's vision plan allows eligible employees to stay in network or go out of network. Your co-pays will vary depending on the network you use. You are entitled to an exam, frames and lenses once every 12 months.
Cigna Life - Life, Voluntary Life, Dependent Life Insurance
The City offers eligible employees a basic term life insurance benefit equal to their annual salary up to a $75,000 maximum at no charge. You can purchase additional voluntary life insurance for yourself and your dependents.
Cigna – Short Term Disability
The City provides short term disability coverage to all eligible employees at no cost to the employee. This coverage is used in the event of an accident or illness outside of work. The plan pays 66.67% of your weekly salary up to a maximum of $1,000. Benefits begin on the 31st day of your disability. The City offers a buy-up to the Short Term Disability Benefit with a 7 day wait period.
E-Flex – Flexible Spending Account
A flexible spending account helps you pay out-of-pocket medical, dental, eye care, daycare and other expenses, with tax deferred money deducted from your paycheck each payroll. The maximum annual election is $2,500.00. Over-the-counter medications must be accompanied by a doctor's prescription although other medical supplies will still be eligible for reimbursement. This is a voluntary benefit.
Trustmark– Supplemental Polices
Trustmark Insurance Company offers voluntary supplemental Critical Illness/Cancer, Accident and Universal Life policies which are paid for by the employee.
LifeLock Benefit Solutions
Protect your personal information and defend against attacks with 24/7, proactive identity theft protection from LifeLock. This is an employee paid voluntary program.
ICMA-RC - Deferred Compensation Plans
The City offers eligible employees the opportunity to enroll in a deferred retirement plan. The money that is deducted from your paycheck each payroll is put into this account and is tax deferred at the end of the year. One-on-one meetings with each company are held quarterly so employees can speak with the representative confidentially on preparing for their retirement. This is a voluntary program.
Florida Retirement System – FRS
Eligible employees are enrolled in the Florida Retirement System with an 8 year vesting period. Employees contribute 3% of their gross earnings per payroll which is subject to change with the IRS.
Cigna – Employee Assistance Program
The City offers this program to all employees. This is a confidential counseling program for employees and their families. The City pays for 3 visits and if you choose to continue, you would use the specialist co-pay on your insurance plan. Counseling can include stress, alcoholism, family problems, marriage difficulties, financial trouble, depression, work/life and more.
VPI - Veterinary Pet Insurance
The City offers Pet Insurance as a voluntary benefit. This benefit is not payroll deducted.
Florida Prepaid College Board
Employees are eligible to enroll in college savings programs as well as 529 plans.
Educational Assistance Program
Employees are eligible for job-related or degree required educational assistance reimbursement up to $2,500 per fiscal year (subject to the availability of funds).
Paid Holidays
The City observes 13 paid holidays per year.
Sick Leave and Annual Leave
Full time employees accrue eight (8) hours per month starting on the first day of employment. Accruals and usage will appear on your pay stub each payroll. Full time employees accrue annual leave (vacation) bi-weekly, based on years of service.
Sick Leave Incentive
Employees receive an incentive of up to four (4) days per calendar year for every 250 hours remaining in their sick leave bank. Sick leave incentive days cannot be carried over to the next year.
Personal Leave
Employees are eligible for a maximum of two (2) personal leave days per calendar year when they have accrued 96 or sick more hours. This leave is approved by the department director through the department leave approval process.
Bereavement Leave
Employees are entitled to five (5) days of bereavement leave in the event of the death of an immediate family member. Employees should check the personnel policy or union contracts, whichever is applicable, for the definition of an "immediate family member".
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