Engineer Associate II

Location: Public Works Office Building

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

ESSENTIAL TASKS:

Under limited supervision, the Plan Reviewer will be responsible for digitally reviewing major and minor subdivision plans and/or commercial site plans to ensure compliance with all applicable Richland County regulations and ordinances. The ideal candidate should feel comfortable working in a fast-paced environment balancing multiple priorities to meet internal and external deadlines, have basic knowledge of development processes and terminology, and demonstrate the ability to work both independently and within an interdisciplinary team. The Plan Reviewer will report to the General Manager of the New Development-Engineering Division at Richland County Public Works.

DUTIES OF POSITION:

• Reviews and examines major and minor subdivision plans and/or commercial site plans in accordance with Richland County engineering, land development regulations, zoning ordinance, and other applicable ordinances

• Communicates with persons or entities submitting plans for approval as to any necessary plan modifications to ensure regulatory compliance

• Interacts with engineers, developers, builders, contractors, architects, County staff and the general public regarding County regulations and the review process

• Generates and maintains records of the review process for new residential and commercial developments

• Meets with customers and other staff as appropriate to discuss specific development issues.

• Prepares and submits reports and correspondence as required by the Department, County, and/or regulatory agencies.

• Performs other related duties as may be required.

• Attends meetings, training, conferences, seminars, etc., as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Associate degree in engineering, surveying and mapping, landscape architecture, environmental science, or related field and/or one to two years of experience in plan review or a related area. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Experience in the administration of land development regulations codes and in the general process associated with land development is preferred. Additional experience can include: construction project review, surveying, or civil design, etc. Experience with Adobe is strongly desired, and experience working with ArcGIS and/or AutoCAD is beneficial.

DATA INVOLVEMENT:

Requires gathering, organizing, analyzing, examining or evaluating data or information and may prescribe action based on such data or information.