Head of Project Management

Job Title

Under general supervision, this position coordinates all planning project review processes and serves as liaison for both customers and County departments to disseminate information related to ongoing planning projects and requests.

Essential Functions

This disclaimer section is to outline that the functions provided below are not exclusively all of the job functions the employee will be assigned to do and/or be responsible for.

Administer and coordinate aspects of short- and long-range planning projects to ensure coordination of all phases of planning, implementation, and management of projects by working with County departments in the development review process.

Works with the community and County staff on all process issues, disseminates, coordinates, and provides information regarding County development requirements.

Responds to questions and explains the zoning, subdivision, and site plan ordinances for the public, consultants, developers, and other County staff as requested.

Perform the review of rezonings, variances, special/conditional use and other planning and zoning related applications and provide recommendation.

Interacts with the public, County departments, and others outside of the department to obtain and provide information and assistance.

Communicates orally and in writing with stakeholders to explain technical information and recommendations.

Provides information and recommendations to the Planning Director or designee in a timely manner as necessary to resolve development issues and process improvements.

Work on special projects as required to include monitoring, tracking, and finalizing a project from beginning to end.

Coordinate the public hearing process to ensure legal ads are submitted to the local, legal organ timely and signage is posted on subject property.

Provides monthly status reports to the Planning Director.

Attend monthly Planning Commission, Board of Adjustment, and community meetings.

Present information to county officials using various platforms.

Performs other duties as assigned; this is not an all-exhaustive list of duties, subject to be adjusted based on needs of the department.

Employees in this classification may be expected to perform any related duties as required by proper authority.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge and comprehensive understanding of philosophies, practices, principles, and techniques of the municipal planning process as they pertain to development and redevelopment.

Comprehensive knowledge of the County ordinances, codes, and regulations pertaining to development.

Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service.

Knowledge of relevant federal, state, and local codes and regulations.

Skill in problem-solving, assessing solutions and recommending an effective course of action.

Ability to understand, interpret and execute oral and written instructions.

Ability to work independently.

Ability to proactively administer projects from concept to closeout.

Ability to research and prepare clear and concise technical reports.

Ability to work with property owners, contractors, consultants, staff, and the public.

Knowledge of development regulations concerning land use and environmental matters.

Knowledge of principles and practices of physical design as related to County planning.

Knowledge of Smart Growth Principles, Urban and Comprehensive Planning Process.

Ability to operate County vehicles.

Working Conditions

The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors while inspecting projects or work sites. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, and occasional inclement weather.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Public Administration, Planning, or a closely related field

Three (3) or more years of experience in project management or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

OR have a combination of education, training and experience that is equivalent to the above that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.

Project Management Professional(PMP) Certification.

Requires a valid Georgia Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in Project Management.