HomeMy WebLinkAbout1.519 LAND USE PERMIT TECHNICIAN 20220714PART I DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
COUNTY OF KAUAI 1.519
Class Specifications for the Class:
LAND USE PERMIT TECHNICIAN
SR-15, BU-03
Duties Summary:
Reviews and processes zoning and permit applications and architectural and
cadastral plans for conformance to County ordinance, laws, rules, regulations, and policies;
approves zoning and associated building permits for moderately complex structures; and
performs other related duties as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
This class is distinguished by its primary responsibility for reviewing and approving
moderately complex plans and applications, such as for multi-use structures and
appurtenances, including residential, commercial, and industrial uses.
Examples of Duties: (The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily
descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does
not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical
assignment for the position).
• Reviews applications and plans for accuracy and completeness of information;
• Checks permits for conformance to County ordinances, laws, rules, regulations, and
policies;
• Makes computations of setback, height, lot coverage, and floor area;
• Use compatibility and other requirements such as but not limited to the Coastal Zone
Management, shoreline set back and Special Management Area programs;
• Approves zoning and related permits for simple to moderately complex projects;
• Meets and corresponds with applicants on pending issues;
• Receives and processes complaints of departmental related violations and refers the
same to staff for investigation and follow-up;
• May assist in the performance of inspections, field verifications and data collection;
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• Determines complexity of planning applications and refers to appropriate staff;
• Provides information to the public on matters pertaining to County planning laws and
policies, departmental activities, permit procedures and requirements;
• Directs applicants to various agencies to secure necessary clearances;
• Assembles background materials;
• Prepares basic reports and participates in departmental, Coastal Zone Management,
and historical preservation programs, studies, and activities as may be required;
• Assists in the review and processing of complex plans and specifications; and
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge of:
General provisions of the County land use, zoning, and related codes and ordinances;
construction and planning terminology; simple drafting; general sources of public planning
data and information.
Ability to:
Understand and interpret laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations pertinent to County
planning activities; read moderately complex construction plans and maps; deal courteously
and effectively with the public.
This is an amendment to the specification for the class LAND USE PERMIT
TECHNICIAN, which was approved on July 14, 1995, and is to be substituted for that
specification.
Approved: July 14, 2022
(date) ANNETTE L. ANDERSON
Director of Human Resources
PART II DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
COUNTY OF KAUAI 1.519
Minimum Qualification Specifications
for the Class:
LAND USE PERMIT TECHNICIAN
SR-15; BU-03
Training and Experience:
A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation
from high school; and
• three (3) years of work experience in reviewing building plans and specifications
for compliance with provisions of the laws, codes, or ordinances.
Substitutions Allowed:
The following may be substituted for education:
A. Four (4) years of full-time general work experience may be substituted for a high
school diploma.
B. Successful completion of semester credits leading towards a degree or diploma from
an accredited community college, college or university, trades school, etc., may be
substituted up to four (4) years of the education requirement (15 semester credits =
6 months).
C. An Associate’s, Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD degree from an accredited community
college, college or university, trades school, etc., may be substituted for the
education requirement.
The following may be substituted for experience:
A. Successful completion of semester credits leading towards a degree or diploma in
civil engineering, architecture or a related field from an accredited community
college, trades school, may be substituted up to four (4) years of work experience in
reviewing building plans and specifications for compliance with provisions of the
laws, codes, or ordinances (15 semester credits = 6 months).
B. An Associate’s degree in civil engineering, architecture or related field from an
accredited community college, business, or technical school, may be substituted for
two (2) years of work experience in reviewing building plans and specifications for
compliance with provisions of the laws, codes, or ordinances.
C. A Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, architecture or a related field from an
accredited college or university may be substituted for up four (4) years of work
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experience in reviewing building plans and specifications for compliance with
provisions of the laws, codes, or ordinances.
D. A Master’s or PhD degree in civil engineering, architecture or a related field from an
accredited college or university may be substituted for up to one (1) year of work
experience in reviewing building plans and specifications for compliance with
provisions of the laws, codes, or ordinances.
If a degree is used to substitute for the education requirement, it may not be used
again towards the experience requirement. If work experience is used to substitute for
education, it may not be used again to meet the experience requirement. If the applicant
holds more than one degree, transcripts must be provided, and a thorough review will be
conducted by the DHR staff in order for more than one degree to be credited towards the
minimum qualification requirements. Additional degrees can be considered if obtained
independently through mutually exclusive classes from another degree being considered.
Substitutions will be used to the advantage of the applicant.
Quality of Experience:
Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be
accepted as proof of qualification for a position. The applicant's overall experience must
have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that
he/she has the ability to perform the duties of the position for which he/she is being
considered.
License Requirement:
Possession of the appropriate licenses or certificates as required of the position.
Selective Certification:
Specialized knowledge, skills and abilities may be required to perform the duties of
some positions. For such positions, Selective Certification Requirements may be
established, and certification may be restricted to eligibles who possess the pertinent
experience and/or training required to perform the duties of the position.
Agencies requesting Selective Certification must show the connection between the
kind of training and/or experience on which they wish to base selective certification and the
duties of the position to be filled.
Tests:
Applicants may be required to qualify on an appropriate examination.
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Health and Physical Condition Requirements:
Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and
physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential
functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Physical Effort Grouping: Light
This is an amendment to the specification for the class LAND USE PERMIT
TECHNICIAN, which was approved on July 14, 1995, and is to be substituted for that
specification.
Approved: July 14, 2022
(date) ANNETTE L. ANDERSON
Director of Human Resources