Position Summary: Under the supervision of the County Administrator and the policy direction of the County Commission, the Planning and Development Director is responsible for administering and enforcing the planning, zoning, subdivision, sanitary code and building code regulations of Butler County. This employee is responsible for updating the Butler County Comprehensive Plan and any revisions to zoning, subdivision, sanitary code and building code regulations.

Examples of Work (Essential Functions):
• Appears in court as required;
• Approves, issues, maintains, and records building permits;
• Conducts inspections of land use to determine compliance with the provisions of the Comprehensive Plan, zoning and subdivision regulations;
• Directs and manages the updates to the Comprehensive Plan, zoning and subdivision regulations;
• Investigates land use history to determine if lots are legally created and properly registered;
• Maintains a supply of copies of planning, zoning, subdivision, and sanitary code regulations;
• Revises same to comply with State mandates;
• Maintains permanent and current records of zoning regulations;
• Oversees economic development activities for the county and engages the BOCC, County Administrator and other stakeholders on projects;
• Provides business contacts and visits to understand needs and how the County can provide support;
• Prepares departmental budgets;
• Provides technical assistance relating to zoning regulations;
• Receives, files, and forwards applications and records for all amendments, plats, and conditional uses to the planning agency;
• Receives, files, and forwards applications and records for all variances, appeals, and exceptions to the Board of Zoning Appeals;
• Researches and develops resolutions to County commission request;
• Serves as Secretary and staff to the Butler County Planning Board and Board of Zoning Appeals;

• Performs other duties as deemed necessary or as required.

Examples of Work (Marginal Functions):
• None.

Certificate, License: Valid driver's license.

Required Education and/or Experience: Six years or more related experience, High School Diploma or G.E.D.; or a Bachelor’s degree from a college or university and two years of experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Employee is expected to have acquired the necessary information and skills to perform the job reasonably well after six months in the position. Zoning regulation experience. Degree in planning, architecture, public or business administration or related field.

Preferred Education and/or Experience: Six years or more related experience and a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Abilities, Knowledge, Skills:
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry;
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume;
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions;
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, contractors, and the public;
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables;
• Ability to interpret and apply existing and new zoning/sanitary code laws;
• Ability to interpret and work from plans, drawings, blueprints and diagrams;
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and sketches, and the ability to read and map legal descriptions;
• Ability to read and understand legal descriptions, operate sophisticated mapping equipment, and use a computer;
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations;
• Ability to recall and apply large amounts of technical data and legal regulations;
• Ability to reliably and predictably carry out duties;
• Ability to review, read and interpret construction details and plans, keep detailed records and prepare reports;
• Ability to tactfully enforce codes, regulations and requirements;
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals;
• Knowledge of zoning/sanitary code regulations, land use laws, city and county government and regulations affecting preparation of county resolutions;
• Skill in oral and written communication.

Problem Solving: Problem solving is a major factor in this position. Problems include establishing projects and programs within state guidelines, education the public on land use, and alternative approaches to recurring problems.

Decision Making: Decision making is a major factor in this position. Decisions include determining the most appropriate approach in developing legal regulations. Decisions also include determining sanitary code and zoning violations.

Accountability: Employee is responsible for budgetary control of the department and participates in the annual budget process.

Supervision: Limited supervision is provided and job related decisions are reviewed by various boards and the County Commissioners. Employee has supervisory responsibility over subordinate personnel. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of a department or function. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include supervising direct reports through coaching, interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Personal Relationships: Frequent contact with other county departments and continual contact with the general public.
Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is not regularly exposed to adverse conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, grasp, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Lifting, moving, pushing or pulling up to 10 pounds does not generally occur. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus, distance vision. Sustained movements of the wrists, hands and/or fingers in typing or otherwise working primarily with the fingers rather than the whole hand or arm.