Preservation Planner

Summary

We are looking for a Preservation Planner to join to join the City of Charleston's Planning, Preservation, & Sustainability Department! In this role, you will implement comprehensive plans, zoning ordinances, and programs for utilization of land and facilities of the City and surrounding areas.

Examples of Duties

• Acts as staff public contact for BAR (Board of Architectural Review) and DRB (Design Review Board) inquiries assessing projects for immediate approval, or referral to the City Architect/Preservation Officer or Board review.
• Attends BAR and/or DRB Board meetings.
• Processes BAR and DRB applications by reviewing requirements with applicants and assisting with plan modifications.
• Assists the City Architect/Preservation Officer in processing project reviews, and in preparing for BAR Board meetings including preparation of PowerPoint presentations.
• Investigates violations, and acts as liaison with the public, to explain and enforce related Ordinances and assist with administrative procedures and regulations.
• Reviews applications for signage within the historic districts as well as suburban areas of the City overseen by the Design Review Board.
• Monitors construction projects through site inspections including final review of approved projects for comparison with approved documents.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• One year related professional experience
• Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) in Historic Preservation, Architecture, Urban Planning, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of architectural preservation measures and general knowledge of construction methods and techniques.
• Design sensibility, and ability to critique architectural design proposals of varying scale
• Ability to read and understand architectural drawings
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communications skills
• Valid South Carolina Driver’s License
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Excel, Word, Adobe Acrobat, or similar software

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Historic Preservation, Architecture, Urban Planning or related field

The City of Charleston offers an extensive benefits package for full-time employees, including: health, dental and vision insurance; employer-paid short and long term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program; annual and sick leave; 11 paid holidays and 2 personal holidays every year; tuition reimbursement; participation with the SC Retirement System, a defined benefit pension plan; 401k and 457 plan options; and many other benefits.