Berkeley County, Planner II position

The Berkeley County Planning Commission seeks qualified candidates for the position of Planner II.  This position is Salary Scale Grade AA-I.  Primary responsibilities shall include the administrative processing and technical review of major and minor subdivision and site plan applications.  A Bachelor’s degree in planning, public administration, geography, or a related field is required.  The applicant should have a minimum of three to five years experience in public sector planning.  The Planner II will work closely with the development community and members of the Staff Technical Advisory Committee to ensure that plats and plans are reviewed in a timely and accurate manner.  The Planner II will be required to obtain an in-depth understanding of the Berkeley County Subdivision Regulations and other relevant State and local laws.  He/she will be able to respond effectively to routine information requests, and will be responsible for dealing with walk-in customers and telephone inquiries,   Computer literacy is a must; at a minimum, the successful applicant will be proficient with basic word processing and spread sheet software programs, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.  GIS (Geographic Information Systems) experience strongly preferred. This position requires the ability to perform a multitude of advanced professional planning tasks and entails advanced administrative responsibilities.  AICP certification preferred; strong oral and writing skills required, as well as excellent communications skills and problem solving abilities. The starting salary range for this position is $33,900. - $35,900., commensurate with education and experience, plus an excellent benefits package.  Interested applicants shall submit both a resume with cover letter and a completed Berkeley County job application form.  The job application form can be downloaded from the County’s website, berkeleycountycomm.org.   Those having questions regarding this position should call the Planning Director at 304-264-1963.

This position shall remain open until filled.