Under limited supervision, performs complex planning and land use functions for the Department
including overseeing the DRC (Development Review Committee) process; provides information to the
public regarding zoning and development; and assists various Boards and Commissions in the County.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
 Provides professional and accurate information to the public, elected and appointed officials.
 Performs all functions of processing and review of land use applications including review of
large-scale complex projects in difficult and sensitive development areas.
 Reviews other permit or license applications for compliance with County regulations.
 Meet regularly with developers, the public, and other departments.
 Prepares staff reports, presentations, and other findings to staff, Boards and Commissions, and
the County Council.
 Schedules, attends, and conducts meetings with advisory boards and officials presenting on
county land use planning, codes, ordinances, and policy issues.
 Provides technical assistance regarding planning activities including, but not limited to,
researching best practices, gathering technical data, and providing analysis of existing and
potential policies.
 Perform field inspections of development projects and document inspection.
 Maintain records, file reports, communicate orally and in writing.
 Assist in community outreach on issues relating to community development.
 Assist staff in review of citizen complaints regarding code compliance.
 Provide mentoring and work direction to other department planners and staff.
 Prepares proposals for amendments to county ordinances or policies.