The purpose of the class is to review and process plats of property to ensure compliance with subdivision and zoning regulations; research and review property records (i.e. site-plan review); review and provide comments on Exempt and Minor Plats; serve as E-911 addressing coordinator; process and review permits; maintain department GIS and prepare reports and informal zoning maps for planning staff and public. The class works within a general outline of work to be performed and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision.

•    Reviews and processes subdivision plats to ensure compliance with subdivision and zoning regulations
•    Assists customers on the phone and front counter.
•    Prepares informal zoning maps for planning staff and public using Geographic Information System (GIS).
•    Reviews, processes and assigns E-911 addresses for unincorporated Dorchester County and smaller municipalities (Harleyville, Reevesville, Ridgeville, St. George) for emergency response/public safety and building/construction activity.
•    Maintains address ranges and roads within West Safety Services /Intrado, the 9-1-1 and emergency infrastructure systems and services to telecommunications service providers and government public safety agencies (includes all major U.S. wireline, wireless and VoIP carriers).
•    Researches tax maps and related documentation for zoning information and set-backs.
•    Reviews and processes permits for mobile homes, accessory structures, and similar permits.
•    Compiles data; reviews and recommends the approval of Exempt and Minor plats.
•    Updates and maintains parcel information within the GIS database for use and analysis by planners, engineers and others; prepares specialized GIS mapping products and convert existing maps and data to the correct digital format for inclusion in GIS system.
•    Assists in the review and amendment of ordinances related to planning and zoning functions.
•    Explains, interprets and provides guidance regarding applicable codes and compliance requirements to contractors, engineers, architects, developers, property owners and others.
•    Maintains a variety of logs and records. Receives and responds to public inquiries, concerns and complaints regarding assigned cases and general department procedures.
•    Tracks data and statistics and prepares reports for use by the department.
•    Performs general clerical work as required including, but not limited to, preparing reports and correspondence, entering and retrieving computer data, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, etc.
•    Attends training, seminars, conferences, meetings, etc., to enhance job knowledge and skills.
•    Performs other related job duties as assigned.