City of West Columbia, South Carolina
Position: Assistant Zoning Administrator
Job Summary: Under limited supervision, performs administrative and technical work in support of the activities for the city of West Columbia providing customer assistance and zoning support activities involving daily interactions with residents, contractors, attorneys, realtors, architects, developers, and others. This position also processes permit requests and building plans to ensure compliance with City of West Columbia Zoning Ordinance. Reports to the Planning and Zoning Director.
Minimum Qualifications: Requires an Associate’s degree in Urban Planning, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field with three (3) years’ experience in plan review, zoning administration, building permit review, surveying, or related area; three (3) years’ experience dealing with plats, building plans, site development plans and/or applications for public hearings; some experience explaining building, zoning, or other ordinances to members of the public; some experience sharing information and providing service to the public; some experience presenting staff reports to a public board, committee or council; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must posses a valid SC driver’ license. Must obtain American Institute of Certified Planners certification within two (2) years of appointment.
Salary Range: Salary range $52,903.64 – $74,066.22
Apply At: Employment application is available on line at www.westcolumbiasc.gov and at the Customer Service Counter in the West Columbia City Hall, 200 N. 12th Street, West Columbia, SC 29169. Completed, signed applications may be mailed to Brittany Raven, Human Resources Coordinator, P. O. Box 4044, West Columbia, SC 29171-4044, faxed to (803) 939-8634 or e-mailed to employment@westcolumbiasc.gov.
