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Home My WebLink About1.521 LAND USE PLANS CHECKER II 20220714PART I DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES COUNTY OF KAUAI 1.521 Class Specifications for the Class: LAND USE PLANS CHECKER II SR-21, BU-03 Duties Summary: Supervises and participates in the review and processing of complex plans and specifications for buildings and other structures and uses for compliance with provisions of the Comprehensive Zoning Code and related County land use laws and regulations; supervises counter personnel engaged in the review and processing of zoning/building permit applications and the providing of information to the public; interprets complex provisions of the zoning ordinance and advises subordinates accordingly; and performs other related duties as required. Distinguishing Characteristics: This class is distinguished by its responsibility to supervise and participate in complex building plans and use review functions and assumes immediate responsibility for the planning counter activities. 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). • Plans, assigns, supervises, and participates in the review, processing, and approval of complex building/use plans for compliance with provisions of the Comprehensive Zoning Code and related land use laws and regulations of the County; • Checks plans and specifications to insure adherence to requirements such as type of use, location of building on property, height, bulk, and size of structure and dimensions of floor area and open space areas such as yards, courts, and off-street parking spaces; • Approves building/zoning permit applications involving complex plans for residential, commercial, and industrial structures; • Computes and collects permit and development fees; • Provides information and instruction to the public regarding a wide range of code and permit requirements; PART I LAND USE PLANS CHECKER II 2 1.521 • Assigns and reviews the work of subordinates engaged in counter work involving the reviewing and processing of building/zoning permit applications and the dissemination of information; • Interprets for and advises counter personnel concerning the more difficult provisions of the zoning ordinance and other departmental rules; • Makes decisions and resolves differences between subordinates and the public; • Supervises the maintenance of various office files, logs, records, and computer tracking and data input activities; • Prepares activity and other permit related reports; may assign and participate in field inspections; • Orients and trains new employees; and • Performs other related duties as assigned. Knowledge of: Laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations pertaining to zoning and subdivision of land; the General Plan for the County of Kauai, development plans and detailed land use maps; basic principles and practices of planning; procedures involved in processing building permit applications for various types of structures and uses under particular zoning districts; office practices and procedures; principles and practices of supervision. Ability to: Interpret and apply provisions of the Comprehensive Zoning Code; read and understand complex building plans and specifications and review same for compliance with provisions of the zoning ordinance and other pertinent rules, regulations and policies; render decisions in the proper interpretation of provisions of the zoning code and advise others accordingly; explain laws, rules, regulations and procedures involved in processing permit applications; determine need for and recommend amendments to specific wording or provisions of the zoning ordinance; plan, assign and review the work of subordinates; prepare activity and other reports; deal tactfully and effectively with the public. This is an amendment to the specification for the class LAND USE PLANS CHECKER II, which was approved on June 3, 2004, 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 1.521 Minimum Qualification Specifications for the Class: LAND USE PLANS CHECKER II SR-21; 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; and • three (3) years of work experience which involved the interpretation and application of the zoning ordinance. 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. PART II LAND USE PLANS CHECKER II 2 1.521 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 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. PART II LAND USE PLANS CHECKER II 3 1.521 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 PLANS CHECKER II, which was approved on June 3, 2004, and is to be substituted for that specification. Approved: July 14, 2022 (date) ANNETTE L. ANDERSON Director of Human Resources