Zoning Development Coordinator I / Ii

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community.

Orange County Zoning Division is seeking a qualified candidate to serve in the role of Zoning Development Coordinator I or II. This position performs technical and administrative review of building plans for residential and commercial projects and issues permits consistent with division regulations. This is a technical position with significant responsibility that requires sound judgment and excellent customer service skills.
Work is performed with considerable independence under the supervision of the Chief Planner. Performance is reviewed through observations, reports and results achieved.

• Examines complex construction drawings (commercial, industrial, residential, additions, alterations, and accessory structures) for compliance with zoning land use codes and regulations and checks for consistency with the Comprehensive Policy Plan. If appropriate, issues zoning approval for zoning and building permits.
• Responsible for interpreting and implementing all facets of CH. 38 (Zoning), CH. 31.5 (Signage), as well as reviewing, applying and enforcing Board of County Commissioners, Planning & Zoning Commission, Board of Zoning Adjustment and Development Review Committee Conditions of Approval. Must also implement unique Planned Development regulations in unincorporated Orange County.
• Provides quality customer service, responds to citizen inquires by phone or in person, conducts code research, Planned Developments and Preliminary Subdivision file research; and, interprets and explains, code provisions for members of the public.
• Coordinates technical requirements with engineers, contractors, builders and property owners. Approves, suggests modifications, and calls for corrections to plans as necessary.
• Determines and issues street addresses using established County Grid Numbering System and assists incorporated areas of the County with addressing needs. Reviews and processes Street Name Petitions for renaming existing streets or the creation of new street names.
• Reviews and issues zoning permits for fences, garage sale permits, temporary signage, collection bins, land use, and other improvements.
• Reviews Business Tax Receipt (BTR) applications to determine location and compliance with zoning codes and consistency with the County's Comprehensive Policy Plan.
• Reviews subdivision and planned development files for preparation of recorded plats and for review in conjunction with commercial plan submittals.
• Reviews plans and documents for all signage and if appropriate, issues zoning approval so that building permits can be obtained.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Zoning Development Coordinator I

High School or equivalent, and two (2) years of customer service experience or an Associate Degree and 1 year of experience.
Permit Technician Certification may substitute for 6 months of experience.

Zoning Development Coordinator II

High School or equivalent, and five (5) years of relevant technical experience, or Associate Degree and three (3) years technical experience or an equivalent combination of education or technical experience.
Permit Technician Certification may substitute 6 months of experience.

Prefer relevant technical or administrative customer service experience, and experience involving interpreting and implementing land use regulations, reading and interpreting surveys, site plans, construction plans, etc. or general knowledge of the construction industry.

Resumes are not accepted in place of a completed online application. It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide the detailed and relevant work experience, which would qualify them for the position.

Please enter all periods of employment, including your current position, duties, hours worked and educational background. Failure to provide complete information will result in your application being disqualified.

The selected applicant will be required to submit to a pre-employment physical, drug test, and a background screening process prior to the start of employment.

Posting Date - 03/22/2024

Closing Date - 04/07/2024

(Posting is subject to close without prior notice)

Salary placement will be based on experience, qualification and County policy

Zoning Development Coordinator I

$20.27 to $26.35 an hour

Zoning Development Coordinator II

$25.40 to $33.02 an hour

Orange County offers an array of benefits. Click on the below link for more information

https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx

201 S Rosalind Ave, Orlando FL - 32801

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the close date of the posting. Please submit a cover letter and copies of documents, not originals, to Orange County Human Resources Division, PO Box 1393, Orlando, FL 32801-1393 or fax to (407) 836-0098 (only Veterans' Preference documentation will be accepted by fax). Your cover letter should include the position posting number you are applying for, the title of the position and the last 4 digits of your social security number.

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.