Land Use Plans Checker IV - Sr-17

Duties Summary

Supervises and participates in the daily operations of the land use plans checker activities, including in the review and approval of simple to complex residential and commercial building permit applications and architectural and cadastral plans for conformance to the Zoning Code, Special Management Areas, and other applicable laws, rules and regulations; and performs other related duties as required.

There is one (1) immediate permanent full-time vacancy with the Planning Department - West Hawai'i Division in Kailua-Kona.

The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.

Examples of Duties

• Supervises and participates in land use plans checker work that includes the review and approval of architectural and cadastral plans and various types of applications, permits, and registrations for conformance to county planning ordinances and related laws, rules, and regulations.

• Plans, assigns, coordinates, and supervises the activities of a land use plans checker work unit.

• Examines plans to determine the setbacks, height, structural usage, floor area, recreation, and other requirements to ensure compliance with Zoning Code requirements.

• Upon completion of review of plans, applications, permits, and registrations, approves as authorized.

• Advises and assists subordinates with the more complex reviews.

• Trains employees on practices, procedures, and operation of land use plans checker activities.

• Assists in developing and revising procedures and forms to be utilized in the land use plans checker work process.

• Recommends procedural improvements to manager and implements approved changes.

• Provides information to the public on matters pertaining to planning laws, rules and regulations, and departmental activities, procedures, and policies.

• Directs applicants to various departments and agencies to secure necessary clearances.

• Maintains records of subdivision and planning permit files.

• Keeps tax map key books current by posting required information.

• Assembles background material for Council, Board of Appeals, or other boards and commissions as required.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Training and Experience:

A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to:

• graduation from high school, and

• three (3) years of experience in reviewing building plans and specifications for compliance with provisions of laws, codes, and/or ordinances, and

• supervisory aptitude*.

• Supervisory aptitude is the ability or potential of an individual to perform supervisory duties as demonstrated:

• by the successful completion of regular or special assignments which involve some supervisory responsibilities or aspects;

• by serving as a group or team leader, or in similar work in which opportunities for demonstrating supervisory capabilities exist;

• by completion of training courses in supervision accompanied by application of supervisory skills in work assignments; or

• by favorable appraisals by a supervisor indicating the possession of supervisory potential.

Examination: All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application.

Please read the minimum qualification requirements carefully. Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score. It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week.

Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), DD-214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application.

Note: In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawai'i County may be required at the discretion of the hiring department/agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who are referred to the hiring department/agency must be available to participate in person and at their own expense at that phase of the selection process.

Knowledge of: general provisions of county planning laws, rules and regulations, general provisions of the Zoning Code and other related ordinances, general government operations, urban planning terminology, simple drafting, office practices and procedures, and basic software applications such as email, word processing, spreadsheets, etc.

Ability to: plan, assign, coordinate, and supervise the activities of a work unit, analyze work procedures, recommend improvements, and implement as necessary, read, understand, interpret and apply various laws, ordinances, rules and regulations pertinent to county planning activities, read construction plans and maps, make accurate arithmetic computations, operate and maintain standard office machines and equipment, deal courteously and effectively with the public, and work harmoniously with others.

Physical Requirements: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties.

Physical Effort Grouping: Light

Benefits of County employment:The County of Hawai'i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.

• Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include telecommuting, alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)

• Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire - up to 21 days per year.

• Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire - up to 21 days per year.

• Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).

• Training and Development: The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.

• County Tuition Reimbursement Program: This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning.

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service.

• Retirement Plan: The Employees' Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries.

• Deferred Compensation: Save additional money for retirement - this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions.

• Flexible Spending Plan: Use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums.

• Health Benefit Plans: The County of Hawai'i offers a variety of health benefit plans for eligible employees.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): This voluntary assistance program provides employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems.

• Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for active employees.

• Credit Union Membership

• Other Leaves: You may be eligible for other leaves, including Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Donor Leave, Victims Protection Leave, as well as leave for Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, and Jury Duty.

All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and change due to legislative actions and/or changes negotiated through collective bargaining. Please check out the benefits tab for additional information.

Supplemental Information

Please scan and attach these supporting documents to your on-line application, if required:

• an official college transcript,
• a valid driver's license,
• a temporary assignment verification,
• professional licenses, and/or
• certificates,

Veterans applying for veteran's preference points shall also scan and attach their DD-214 form and as needed, their VA claim letter to the on-line application.

PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.

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