Land Use/Sanitation Technician I, II, or Advanced

Description
Purpose of the Position

The purpose of the Land Use/Sanitation Technician is to perform professional work reviewing, interpreting, and enforcing zoning applications and codes and to provide technical information to the public on zoning, land use, non-metallic mining reclamation, and POWTS matters.

Land Use and Sanitation Technician I

The purpose of the Land Use/Sanitation Technician I position is to perform the general duties and responsibilities assigned to the position; however, is not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgment on matters related to the position. This classification is an entry level class, employees may have only limited work experience and work under immediate supervision while learning the full range of job duties and tasks.

Land Use and Sanitation Technician II

The purpose of the Land Use/Sanitation Technician II position is to perform the general duties and responsibilities assigned to the position; however, employees at this level receive only general instruction or assistance as new or unusual circumstances arise. This employee is fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the Department. Individuals placed in this position are normally filled by advancement from the Land Use and Sanitation Technician I position.

Land Use and Sanitation Technician Advanced

The purpose of the Land Use/Sanitation Technician Advanced is to perform the general duties and responsibilities assigned to the position; however, receive minimal instruction or assistance as new or unusual circumstances arise. Employees in this position handle more complex and difficult situations as they arise and provide guidance and training to those individuals within the Technician I or II positions. Individuals placed in this position are normally filled by advancement from the Land Use and Sanitation Technician II position.

Essential Duties
Provide technical information and assistance to the public and town officials concerning zoning, land division, shoreland, floodplain, POWTS, and non-metallic mining as well as permit and appeal processes, and other related land use regulations and processes.

Investigate and respond to code compliance complaints by inspecting sites, collecting evidence, notifying landowners of violation and meeting with landowners to seek compliance; makes recommendations for corrective actions and sets deadlines. Issues citations in accordance with department policies and procedures.

Prepare and present reports, research, and information to management staff on zoning/planning related items.

Enforce all County land development, zoning, shoreland, floodplain/wetland, non-metallic mining reclamation, uniform addressing, and POWTS ordinances under the direction and supervision of the Planning and Zoning Manager and/or Director.

Review land use, shoreland, floodplain, and sanitary permit applications; determine if permit applications are complete and in regulatory compliance with federal, state, and county ordinances and laws and issues land use, sanitary and other related permits.

Process conditional use permit, variance, special exception, appeals, rezoning (map amendment) applications; verify if the application is complete, prepare and present staff reports and findings of fact and recommendations to the Oversight Committee or Board of Adjustment; verify that conditions of approval are met.

Administer non-metallic mining reclamation program by reviewing mine operation for code compliance, verify reclamation plans and amount and release of financial assurance; calculate financial assurance costs and monitor mine activity and reclamation; certify completed reclamation with supporting field investigation and report; and monitor all blasting.

Conduct informational meetings for contractors, surveyors, local building inspectors, and septic pumpers regarding land use planning, and zoning and sanitary permits.
Additional Tasks
Additional Duties and Responsibilities

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with state and local agencies, elected officials, and the public.

Conduct field inspections, which include but are not limited to soil onsite, plumbing, shoreland, floodplain, wetland, private sewage systems and soil evaluations, and land use reviews to determine compliance with applicable County codes and ordinances; records the findings and results of on-site and field inspections made and of other official actions in files.

Assist with the administration of the septic and holding tank maintenance program.

Review soil test reports for compliance with applicable codes.

Assist with grant programs and other private septic systems maintenance programs

Assist in wetland, floodplain and zoning determinations; refer to WDNR staff or department management when necessary.

Assist in the preparation of informational materials for office files and zoning ordinances.

Assign fire numbers; prepare and install fire signs in compliance with the Rural Identification System Ordinance; coordinates such information with the Land Records Department and Emergency Management.

Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Communicate advisory data and information such as zoning ordinances, technical study reports, grant applications and requirements, a variety of maps, plat book, technical drawings, land use surveys, Wisconsin State Statutes and Administrative Codes, meeting minutes and agendas, various manuals, and routine and non-routine correspondence

Communicate verbally and in writing with the general public, elected officials, surveyors, attorneys, engineers, county department heads, department personnel, state and federal land use agency personnel

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, members of various committees and agencies, elected officials, and the general public; and the ability to work closely with other government agencies

Accept challenges and assigned tasks and work independently to accomplish assigned tasks

Explain, demonstrate, and clarify to others established policies, procedures, and standards

Applicable laws, codes, and ordinance governing land use planning, zoning, POWTS, and non-metallic mining

Principles and practices of land use planning, zoning, and other related issues

Calculating percentages, fractions, decimals, volume, ratios, and spatial relationships, and interpreting basic descriptive statistical reports

Computer skills, such as word processing and spreadsheets

Maintain all relevant certifications, as needed

Analyze and interpret construction plans, maps, and zoning laws, ordinances and regulations

Maintain accurate and complete records and to prepare clear and detailed oral and written reports

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with state and local agencies, elected officials, other departmental staff, and the public

Decide the time, place, and sequence of operations within a system or organizational framework and oversee its execution

Compare, count, differentiate, measure, sort, classify, compute, tabulate, and/or categorize data and/or information

Assemble, copy, record, and transcribe data and/or information

Analyze data and information using established criteria to define consequences and consider and select alternatives

Apply functional and situational reasoning by exercising judgment, decisiveness, and creativity in everyday routine and non-routine situations

Use fine and gross motor skills to perform tasks such as operating a soil auger and probe, surveyor’s instruments, post driver, sand sieves, camera, computer keyboard, fax machine, calculator, tape measures, GPS units and clinometer, drafting instruments, and metal detector

Exert effort in moderate to light work, such as lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing, balancing, and standing for long periods of time

Recognize and identify degrees of similarity and differences between characteristics of colors, forms, sounds, odors, textures, etc. associated with objects, materials, and ingredients

Environment

Occasionally unsafe and uncomfortable with respect to temperature variations, odors, toxic agents, wetness, and dust.
Required Working Hours

Standard working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am until 4:30 pm. Please note these hours are subject to change and additional hours may be needed or required. Compensation for additional hours beyond normal working hours are subject to applicable state and federal regulations.

Minimum Training and Education
Education and Experience Requirements

Required: Level I: Four (4) year Bachelor’s Degree in Resource Management, Soil Science, Planning or related field. Two (2) years of experience comparable to that gained as a Land Use/Sanitation Technician I in the application and implementation of local, state and federal land use, zoning, non-metallic mining reclamation and POWTS

Level II: Any combination of education, training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree in Resource Management, Soil Science, Planning or related field. Four (4) years of experience comparable to that gained as a Land Use/Sanitation Technician I in the application and implementation of local, state and federal land use, zoning, non-metallic mining reclamation and POWTS. Advanced: Any combination of education, training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree in Resource Management, Soil Science, Planning or related field. Six (6) years of experience comparable to that gained as a Land Use/Sanitation Technician II in the application and implementation of local, state and federal land use, zoning, non-metallic mining reclamation and POWTS.

OR: Master’s Degree in Resource Management, Soil Science, Planning or related field. Three (3) years of experience comparable to that gained as a Land Use/Sanitation Technician II in the application and implementation of local, state, and federal land use, zoning, non-metallic mining reclamation and POWTS.

Licenses/Certifications: Wisconsin State Motor Vehicle Operator’s License

Possession of or ability to obtain the following within one (1) year from hire date:

Certified Soil Tester and Plumbing Inspector’s License

Also Required: Level II: Possession of one (1) the following:

DSPS Soil Erosion Control Inspector

Certified Professional in Erosion & Sediment Control (CPESC)

Advanced: Possession of one (1) the following:

WDNR Assured Wetland Delineator

Certified Floodplain Manager

Any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.

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