Lake County Plan Commission, Planner -Updated

LAKE COUNTY PLAN COMMISSION JOB DESCRIPTION
(as approved by the Lake Council and Lake County Plan Commission 5/85)
JOB TITLE: PLANNER
SUMMARY: Compiles data and provides information pertinent to proper planning
decisions and procedures by performing the following duties:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
• Assist and advise individuals and developers on matters concerning zoning and
subdivision control ordinance requirements such as change of zoning maps,
variances of use and development standards, special exceptions and
subdivisions;
• Assist in revising and updating local ordinances and preparing zoning resolutions
for review by the appropriate board;
• Present bonds or other forms of surety for acceptance with accompanying letter
of explanation to the Lake County Board of Commissioners;
• Calculate cost of required surety for subdivision improvements and notify
developers and keep record of book, page and date of acceptance of surety as
registered by the Lake County Auditor;
• Conduct on-site inspections of petitions for zoning variances, subdivisions,
special exceptions and other zoning matters to be brought before the
Commission or Board to obtain first-hand knowledge of eXisting conditions;
• Inspect and make recommendations on streets and other pUblic improvements
within subdivisions;
• Calculate and assess building permit and inspection fees;
• Maintain files on all new and existing subdivisions, indicating their status
regarding surety and answer all inquires on status of surety with respect to public
improvements. Maintain a follow-up file system for the expiration of all forms of
surety;
• Perform limited drafting duties;
• Attend and prepare for monthly meetings of the Lake County Plan Commission
and Lake County Board of Zoning Appeals;
• Provide technical assistance and recommendations to other participating
jurisdictions, agencies, departments and boards on matters pertaining to
planning and zoning; and,
• Other duties that may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an
individual must be able to conduct each duty satisfactorily. The prerequisites listed
herein are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these
essential functions.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of rural, urban and regional planning and
aptitude for research methodology of standard sources and uses of
socioeconomic planning information.
• Ability to read and interpret a wide variety of laws, ordinances and codes
pertaining to planning and building.
• Ability to conduct studies and investigations of rural properties and physical
conditions to prepare reports of a partiCUlar feature under study.
• Aptitude for mathematics and computations and excellent written and oral skills.
• Knowledge and ability to perform clerical duties and compose correspondence
and reports.
• KnOWledge of techniques necessary to prepare maps, charts and graphs.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: An applicant is expected to have at least a
Bachelor Degree in Urban and Regional Planning from a four-year accredited college or
university and a minimum of one year related experience or training.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described herein are representative
of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job. This position shares with all others in the office the need for
someone who displays a willingness and desire to be prompt in both office hours and the
commission of duties; someone who cooperates with others and shows an interest and
loyalty to their work. Where possible, reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described herein are
representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions
of this job. Where possible, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Potential candidates can contact Lake County _Indiana_ planner Steve Nigro by e-mail at nigrosx@lakecountyin.org of by phone at (219) 755-3700.