About the position
This position performs professional planning work in the planning, coordination and implementation of the annexation program of the City, and to perform related work as required. The incumbent works within a general outline of work to be performed, and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision. The work is considered light and involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a recurring basis, or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of mechanical or electronic office or shop machines or tools within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy. The work requires the following physical abilities to perform the essential job functions: grasping, hearing, mental acuity, speaking, talking, visual acuity, and walking. Work environment may involve exposure to adverse weather conditions, including extreme heat or cold, and wetness or humidity, traffic hazards; and is safe and secure that may periodically have unpredicted requirements or demands.
Responsibilities
- Works with the Administration and Planning staff to prepare, evaluate and implement City policies and strategies that promote annexation on a systematic basis.
- Assists individuals, neighborhoods and businesses in determining the costs and benefits of annexation into the City.
- Interprets all adopted codes and ordinances pertaining to annexation.
- Prepares required documentation to process annexation petitions.
- Reviews and analyzes the impact of annexation proposals on parking, traffic, infrastructure, and other factors; proposes creative conditions or alternatives to ameliorate concerns stemming from such analyses.
- Oversees annexation processes.
- Makes presentations to neighborhood groups, business associations and other groups to promote and understanding of the City's annexation program; attends meetings, frequently at night.
- Coordinate the effective transfer of services between jurisdictions; oversee public concerns regarding services provided.
- Manages the preparation and maintenance of accurate and up-to-date records.
- Prepares a variety of studies, reports and related information for decision-making purposes.
- Initiate and coordinate annexation projects utilizing planning redevelopment, economic development, housing and neighborhood data and resources.
- Assists in coordinating assigned activities and functions with those of other City divisions, departments, counties and outside agencies as appropriate.
- Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns, complaints and requests for assistance regarding areas of responsibility.
- Performs general administrative / clerical work as required, including but not limited to preparing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, entering and retrieving computer data, answering the telephone, conducting and attending meetings.
- Participates in department marketing and public relations efforts; attends and assists in conducting public hearings.
- Attends training, conferences, seminars, meetings, etc., to enhance job knowledge and skills.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in urban or regional planning, law, real estate, architecture, landscape architecture or closely related field.
- Five (5) years of relevant prior experience.
- Required to type 30 corrected wpm.
- Valid South Carolina Class 'D' Driver's License.
Benefits
- Health care
- Dental
- Vision
- Retirement
- Deferred compensation plans
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability
- Holidays
- Vacation
- Sick leave
