Camden County Board of Commissioners
Kingsland, Herefordshire
Career Opportunities with Camden County Board of Commissioners A great place to work. Careers At Camden County Board of Commissioners Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available. This position is responsible for directing the county's planning and development functions. MAJOR DUTIES Provides technical assistance and advice to the County Administrator, County Attorney, and other department heads as requested. Hires, trains, assigns, directs, supervises, evaluates, and disciplines personnel. Attends meetings of the County Commission and Planning Commission to provide advice on agenda items related to building and zoning; implements policies and directives approved by the Commission. Directs and oversees the preparation of maps, charts, and reports related to planning and land use; drafts ordinances, resolutions, and regulations. Prepares and monitors the department budget. Performs planning and development review; develops and evaluates department strategic plans; manages Board of County Commissioners/County Administrator directed projects. Interprets and enforces building codes and ordinances; makes administrative decisions concerning enforcement as provided by state law. Ensures compliance with zoning and development regulations and building and construction codes. Oversees the issuance of building licenses to ensure compliance with zoning regulations and county codes. Consults with and respond to inquiries from builders, contractors, architects, and developers in order to ensure that proposed construction will be in compliance with codes; responds to requests for variances. Oversees the inspection process for all new buildings, additions, and repairs; schedules building inspections. Responds to complaints from property owners concerning builders; mediates disputes. Issues certificates of occupancy for structures; determines load requirements. Manages and monitors the work of consultants providing planning services to the county. Oversees GIS applications development, contract development, and software acquisition. Reviews all plans for proposed commercial, industrial, and residential construction. Locates structures and issues addresses for each improved property in the county for mail and emergency response purposed; notifies local Postmasters and utility providers of address changes and additions; provides assistance and information to emergency service agencies regarding the use of county maps. The above cited duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to the job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that an incumbent may be expected or asked to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties or responsibilities does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigne d KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION Knowledge of planning and zoning principles and practices. Knowledge of civil engineering principles. Knowledge of budget management principles. Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration. Knowledge of the techniques, materials, and equipment used in building construction. Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs. Knowledge of relevant federal and state laws, county ordinances, and department policies and procedures. Skill in the review and analysis of land records and construction documents. Skill in interpreting blueprints and maps. Skill in analyzing and compiling technical data. Skill in management and supervision. Skill in problem solving. Skill in prioritizing and planning. Skill in interpersonal relations. Skill in oral and written communication. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS The Deputy County Administrator assigns work in terms of department goals and objectives. The supervisor reviews work through conferences, reports, and observation of department activities. GUIDELINES Guidelines include the National Electrical Code; standard gas, plumbing, and mechanical codes; applicable construction codes; county ordinances and resolutions; zoning and development regulations; fire protection and life safety codes; and county and departmental policies and procedures. The position also operates in accordance with relevant state and federal laws, including the Zoning Procedures Law and the Georgia Planning Act. Applying these guidelines requires sound judgment, discretion, and professional interpretation. This position is also responsible for developing departmental guidelines. COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK The work consists of varied management, supervisory, and enforcement duties. The need to interpret ordinances and regulations to apply in a variety of cases and circumstances contributes to the complexity of the position. The purpose of this position is to direct the planning and development operations of the county. Successful performance contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of those operations. CONTACTS Contacts are typically with coworkers, other professionals in the field, elected and appointed officials, attorneys, realtors, property owners, and members of the general public. Contacts are typically to exchange information, motivate persons, negotiate matters, justify matters, resolve problems, and provide services. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY This position has direct supervision over the Building Official, Plans Examiner/Inspector, Planning and Development Coordinator, CRS E & S Coordinator, Planning and Development Technician, GIS Manager, GIS Analyst, and GIS Technician. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field. Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the diverse objectives and functions of the subunits in the division/department in order to direct and coordinate work within the division/department, usually interpreted to require three to five years of related experience. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Career Opportunities with Camden County Board of Commissioners A great place to work. Careers At Camden County Board of Commissioners Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available. This position is responsible for directing the county's planning and development functions. MAJOR DUTIES Provides technical assistance and advice to the County Administrator, County Attorney, and other department heads as requested. Hires, trains, assigns, directs, supervises, evaluates, and disciplines personnel. Attends meetings of the County Commission and Planning Commission to provide advice on agenda items related to building and zoning; implements policies and directives approved by the Commission. Directs and oversees the preparation of maps, charts, and reports related to planning and land use; drafts ordinances, resolutions, and regulations. Prepares and monitors the department budget. Performs planning and development review; develops and evaluates department strategic plans; manages Board of County Commissioners/County Administrator directed projects. Interprets and enforces building codes and ordinances; makes administrative decisions concerning enforcement as provided by state law. Ensures compliance with zoning and development regulations and building and construction codes. Oversees the issuance of building licenses to ensure compliance with zoning regulations and county codes. Consults with and respond to inquiries from builders, contractors, architects, and developers in order to ensure that proposed construction will be in compliance with codes; responds to requests for variances. Oversees the inspection process for all new buildings, additions, and repairs; schedules building inspections. Responds to complaints from property owners concerning builders; mediates disputes. Issues certificates of occupancy for structures; determines load requirements. Manages and monitors the work of consultants providing planning services to the county. Oversees GIS applications development, contract development, and software acquisition. Reviews all plans for proposed commercial, industrial, and residential construction. Locates structures and issues addresses for each improved property in the county for mail and emergency response purposed; notifies local Postmasters and utility providers of address changes and additions; provides assistance and information to emergency service agencies regarding the use of county maps. The above cited duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to the job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that an incumbent may be expected or asked to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties or responsibilities does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigne d KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION Knowledge of planning and zoning principles and practices. Knowledge of civil engineering principles. Knowledge of budget management principles. Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration. Knowledge of the techniques, materials, and equipment used in building construction. Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs. Knowledge of relevant federal and state laws, county ordinances, and department policies and procedures. Skill in the review and analysis of land records and construction documents. Skill in interpreting blueprints and maps. Skill in analyzing and compiling technical data. Skill in management and supervision. Skill in problem solving. Skill in prioritizing and planning. Skill in interpersonal relations. Skill in oral and written communication. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS The Deputy County Administrator assigns work in terms of department goals and objectives. The supervisor reviews work through conferences, reports, and observation of department activities. GUIDELINES Guidelines include the National Electrical Code; standard gas, plumbing, and mechanical codes; applicable construction codes; county ordinances and resolutions; zoning and development regulations; fire protection and life safety codes; and county and departmental policies and procedures. The position also operates in accordance with relevant state and federal laws, including the Zoning Procedures Law and the Georgia Planning Act. Applying these guidelines requires sound judgment, discretion, and professional interpretation. This position is also responsible for developing departmental guidelines. COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK The work consists of varied management, supervisory, and enforcement duties. The need to interpret ordinances and regulations to apply in a variety of cases and circumstances contributes to the complexity of the position. The purpose of this position is to direct the planning and development operations of the county. Successful performance contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of those operations. CONTACTS Contacts are typically with coworkers, other professionals in the field, elected and appointed officials, attorneys, realtors, property owners, and members of the general public. Contacts are typically to exchange information, motivate persons, negotiate matters, justify matters, resolve problems, and provide services. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY This position has direct supervision over the Building Official, Plans Examiner/Inspector, Planning and Development Coordinator, CRS E & S Coordinator, Planning and Development Technician, GIS Manager, GIS Analyst, and GIS Technician. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field. Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the diverse objectives and functions of the subunits in the division/department in order to direct and coordinate work within the division/department, usually interpreted to require three to five years of related experience. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Carrington Blake Recruitment
Job Role Profile and Person Specification 6 month placement Expectation on site/office based 1 to 2 days per week with flexibility on both sides. Purpose of the Role To work as part of the council's Development team to develop and deliver specific high profile construction projects across the borough including the development and implementation of physical, social and environmental projects and development of the brief and scope, budget management and viability assessment. Key Responsibilities To lead development of major projects in the development team that will support delivery of the Council's objectives to deliver homes under the AHP 21-26 programme and modular build for temporary accommodation. Specifically, responsible for project managing delivery of development sites, including scheme development and procurement of delivery partners. To lead major projects that deliver wider regeneration and socio-economic development outcomes. To build and develop key strategic partnerships at a senior level, including but not limited to Government departments, GLA and developers to maximise and secure sustainable delivery. To lead commissioning of appropriate internal and external technical and specialist resources required to enable delivery. To manage the delivery of promotional activities relating to regeneration delivery to increase the regional and national profile of regeneration projects. Dimensions Including Structure Chart Annual budgetary amounts with which the role is either directly or indirectly concerned: The post holder is responsible for the monitoring and management of substantial capital budgets (over £10 million). The post also leads on schemes and projects managed by other council services and departments, to develop, manage and successfully deliver the maximum value of construction projects across the borough. Number of Direct Reports The postholder will be required to assist one or more Development Manager(s), within the development team. You will assist no more than 5 members of staff at a time. To manage project teams of up to 15 staff and which include staff from all levels which are of diverse and various professional and technical disciplines, from other services elsewhere in the Council. To supervise up to 5 technical staff; to include a combination of project staff, agency staff, fixed-term contract staff, trainees and part time or temporary staff. Management and supervision of a large number of consultants undertaking a variety of complex planning and regeneration activities, including scheme design and development, planning, legal, procurement and development appraisal and viability. To advise and train staff to ensure they are kept up to date with current techniques and practices for which the postholder is responsible through day to day contact and regular team meetings. To carry out workload management. Nature of Reporting Relationship Between Post Holder and Line Manager The postholder will report to the Head of Development fortnightly at 1 1 meetings with line manager and attendance at regular team meetings. Given the strategic significance of this post, the postholder may have to report to the Directors and Executive Directors. Any Other Relevant Statistics It is expected that the postholder will provide briefings and presentations to Members, including Lead Cabinet Members and the Chief Executive, as appropriate. Management of external consultants commissioned to deliver housing, infrastructure and environmental regeneration projects. The post holder is expected to supervise the input into regeneration projects of other members of staff from across the council through cross departmental matrix working groups. Close working with local community groups, community leaders and other council stakeholders and to develop effective partnerships and build relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. The post holder is expected to use relevant Project Management Systems and principles in the preparation, reporting, delivery and monitoring of regeneration projects. Key Accountabilities Lead scheme development of key sites, to include procurement of professional and technical services and resources, to develop options for delivery, viability test those options and recommend a route. Deliver project and performance management activities, including project initiation documents, project plans, business case and options appraisals, risk management and budget planning. Produce reports in accordance with corporate performance management requirements. Lead tendering and negotiation processes to appoint delivery partner(s) which deliver best value to the Council and secures outcomes in line with corporate objectives for the scheme. Provide high level support for strategic negotiation processes with key landowner and developer interests, in order to achieve comprehensive scheme delivery in line with corporate objectives whilst minimising risk to the Council and delivering a commercially viable outcome. Develop stakeholder relationships including Government departments, GLA and other strategic partners to maximise opportunities for investment and partnership working. Monitor and control budget expenditure relating to scheme development and delivery, in line with corporate financial regulations. Undertake promotional activities to raise the profile of project delivery at a local, regional and national level. Work in collaboration with members, officers, stakeholders and potential partners/developers to ensure compliance with council policy, vision and values in achieving development objectives. Carry out all accountabilities and any other duties in compliance with the Council's Policies and Procedures. Key Relationships (Internal and External) Regular key relationships on a one to one basis include other senior and professional officers within the council, partnership organisations, the GLA and other government and public sector organisations, developers and landowners within the borough, the Leader and Deputy Leader of the Council; Regeneration Cabinet Lead; other Cabinet members; chairs of Scrutiny Panels and individual Council Members from all political groups. The Chief Executive, Directors, Heads of Service and other officers as appropriate. Enfield's MPs, GLA family and DCLG. Developers. Lead consultants for specialist services. Land owners, Leaseholders and Agents. Residents and businesses directly affected by regeneration proposals. Representatives of public, private and voluntary sectors agencies with whom the Council may work in partnership. Internal colleagues in the Neighbourhood Regeneration Team, Property Services, Urban Design, Planning Policy, Legal Services, Finance Services, Procurement, Housing, Development Management, Environment.
Job Role Profile and Person Specification 6 month placement Expectation on site/office based 1 to 2 days per week with flexibility on both sides. Purpose of the Role To work as part of the council's Development team to develop and deliver specific high profile construction projects across the borough including the development and implementation of physical, social and environmental projects and development of the brief and scope, budget management and viability assessment. Key Responsibilities To lead development of major projects in the development team that will support delivery of the Council's objectives to deliver homes under the AHP 21-26 programme and modular build for temporary accommodation. Specifically, responsible for project managing delivery of development sites, including scheme development and procurement of delivery partners. To lead major projects that deliver wider regeneration and socio-economic development outcomes. To build and develop key strategic partnerships at a senior level, including but not limited to Government departments, GLA and developers to maximise and secure sustainable delivery. To lead commissioning of appropriate internal and external technical and specialist resources required to enable delivery. To manage the delivery of promotional activities relating to regeneration delivery to increase the regional and national profile of regeneration projects. Dimensions Including Structure Chart Annual budgetary amounts with which the role is either directly or indirectly concerned: The post holder is responsible for the monitoring and management of substantial capital budgets (over £10 million). The post also leads on schemes and projects managed by other council services and departments, to develop, manage and successfully deliver the maximum value of construction projects across the borough. Number of Direct Reports The postholder will be required to assist one or more Development Manager(s), within the development team. You will assist no more than 5 members of staff at a time. To manage project teams of up to 15 staff and which include staff from all levels which are of diverse and various professional and technical disciplines, from other services elsewhere in the Council. To supervise up to 5 technical staff; to include a combination of project staff, agency staff, fixed-term contract staff, trainees and part time or temporary staff. Management and supervision of a large number of consultants undertaking a variety of complex planning and regeneration activities, including scheme design and development, planning, legal, procurement and development appraisal and viability. To advise and train staff to ensure they are kept up to date with current techniques and practices for which the postholder is responsible through day to day contact and regular team meetings. To carry out workload management. Nature of Reporting Relationship Between Post Holder and Line Manager The postholder will report to the Head of Development fortnightly at 1 1 meetings with line manager and attendance at regular team meetings. Given the strategic significance of this post, the postholder may have to report to the Directors and Executive Directors. Any Other Relevant Statistics It is expected that the postholder will provide briefings and presentations to Members, including Lead Cabinet Members and the Chief Executive, as appropriate. Management of external consultants commissioned to deliver housing, infrastructure and environmental regeneration projects. The post holder is expected to supervise the input into regeneration projects of other members of staff from across the council through cross departmental matrix working groups. Close working with local community groups, community leaders and other council stakeholders and to develop effective partnerships and build relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. The post holder is expected to use relevant Project Management Systems and principles in the preparation, reporting, delivery and monitoring of regeneration projects. Key Accountabilities Lead scheme development of key sites, to include procurement of professional and technical services and resources, to develop options for delivery, viability test those options and recommend a route. Deliver project and performance management activities, including project initiation documents, project plans, business case and options appraisals, risk management and budget planning. Produce reports in accordance with corporate performance management requirements. Lead tendering and negotiation processes to appoint delivery partner(s) which deliver best value to the Council and secures outcomes in line with corporate objectives for the scheme. Provide high level support for strategic negotiation processes with key landowner and developer interests, in order to achieve comprehensive scheme delivery in line with corporate objectives whilst minimising risk to the Council and delivering a commercially viable outcome. Develop stakeholder relationships including Government departments, GLA and other strategic partners to maximise opportunities for investment and partnership working. Monitor and control budget expenditure relating to scheme development and delivery, in line with corporate financial regulations. Undertake promotional activities to raise the profile of project delivery at a local, regional and national level. Work in collaboration with members, officers, stakeholders and potential partners/developers to ensure compliance with council policy, vision and values in achieving development objectives. Carry out all accountabilities and any other duties in compliance with the Council's Policies and Procedures. Key Relationships (Internal and External) Regular key relationships on a one to one basis include other senior and professional officers within the council, partnership organisations, the GLA and other government and public sector organisations, developers and landowners within the borough, the Leader and Deputy Leader of the Council; Regeneration Cabinet Lead; other Cabinet members; chairs of Scrutiny Panels and individual Council Members from all political groups. The Chief Executive, Directors, Heads of Service and other officers as appropriate. Enfield's MPs, GLA family and DCLG. Developers. Lead consultants for specialist services. Land owners, Leaseholders and Agents. Residents and businesses directly affected by regeneration proposals. Representatives of public, private and voluntary sectors agencies with whom the Council may work in partnership. Internal colleagues in the Neighbourhood Regeneration Team, Property Services, Urban Design, Planning Policy, Legal Services, Finance Services, Procurement, Housing, Development Management, Environment.
