Planning Technician I - North Port, United States - City of North Port, FL

City of North Port, FL

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North Port, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

General Description:

The Planning Technician performs a variety of para-professional to professional technical planning duties and assignments in current and/or advanced planning.

The Planning Technician is responsible for general office and project organization and providing administrative assistance to further the efforts of the Planning Division, including the in-take process and the review of petitions.

The Planning Technician provides a large amount of information to the public and is a main point of contact for zoning and development questions and customer service.

This position will be under the immediate supervision of the Planner III.

Essential Job Functions:

Serves as primary customer service contact and provides general information regarding land use, zoning, petitions, and fees.
Greets and answers the phone regarding various questions concerning zoning and land use.
Assists in collecting and analyzing data for various planning projects and programs.
Prepares advisory board agendas and minutes.
Provides administrative support to inspectors, planners and plans examiners.
Preparation of board packages and agendas.
Maintains department records and filing systems as required.
Maintains informational materials for the public.
Updates the City's website.

- (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:

General knowledge of administrative principles and practices, including maintaining accurate records.
Excellent skills in customer service, including ability to communicate effectively, both in person and in writing.
Skilled in the use small of office equipment, including copy machines or multiline telephone systems.
Skilled in using computers for word processing and accounting purposes.
Ability to organize and communicate effectively.
Ability to use computer software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and enter data accurately from a wide variety of source documents.
Ability to produce and maintain financial and statistical records, if required, and to prepare periodic reports from such records.
Ability to plan, organize and use mature judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions in accordance with established policy.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public.
Excellent time management and accuracy.

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.
Four (4) years responsible office experience.
Two (2) years of experience in customer service and public contact work.

- (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.

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