Transportation Modeler

County of Greenville
Greenville, SC 

In the office of Planning and Code Compliance this position will be under general supervision of the Transportation Planning Manager, review regional transportation requirements through the established Metropolitan Planning Organization for the urbanized area of Greenville, SC, known as GPATS (Greenville, Pickens Area Transportation Study) and prepare reports, case graphics, and other information in making accurate determinations; perform general and specialized transportation planning studies with the goal of guiding orderly development in the County, its sub-areas and municipalities and provides assistance to state and local municipalities. Review state and federal requirements and prepare reports, case graphics and other information in making accurate determinations; performs research related to demographics, and other socioeconomic data as it relates to transportation planning. These include Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP), Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) and Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP).

Minimum Training and Experience:  This position will also entail maintaining and running the MPO’s travel demand model, which is in TransCAD 6.0 platform. The MPO recently received a license for TransModeler, a microsimulation software. Proficient user of transportation modeling software (TransCAD) and GIS is required. Experience using TransModeler is a plus. May have a Master's degree in transportation planning, regional and urban Planning, geography, political science, or related field or a Bachelor's degree in transportation planning or a related field and three years' experience in area of city or regional planning or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

Salary: $41,156.36

How to Apply: All interested applicants should send a resume to Lance Estep. Email: lestep@greenvillecounty.org

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Zoning Administrator

City of Conway
Conway, SC

The City of Conway is accepting applications for the position of Zoning Administrator. This position performs professional work including, but not limited to, administering and enforcing the City’s Unified Development Ordinance and Historic Design Review Districts’ Community Appearance Guidelines. Additionally, this position reviews development plans, signage requests, and building permit applications; performs site inspections; issues citations as necessary for zoning violations; researches short- and long-range planning and zoning issues; and serves as staff liaison to the Community Appearance Board.

The successful candidate for this position must have the ability to enforce ordinances and codes with firmness, good judgment, and impartiality; be able to clearly explain ordinances verbally and in writing; and be able to establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships with personnel, contractors, developers, architects, and the general public. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), GIS software is preferred. This position integrates with the general public on a regular basis, placing a high priority on exceptional customer service.

Minimum Training and Experience: Degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Geography, or related field and three to five years of experience in local planning and/or zoning administration. Must have a thorough knowledge of zoning enforcement as well as the principles and practices of smart growth, historic preservation, and planning. Must have the ability to enforce ordinances and codes with firmness, good judgment, and impartiality. A driver’s license valid in the State of South Carolina is required for this position.

Salary Hiring Range: Entry level pay for this position is $38,935 with room for negotiation DOQ.

How and When to Apply: For an application, please visit the City’s website at www.cityofconway.com or contact Conway City Hall, 229 Main Street, Conway, SC 29526, (843) 248-1760. Applications may also be obtained from the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce, 200A Victory Lane, Conway, SC 29526. Interested persons should submit an application and resumé to the City of Conway, Attn: Vicky Lefler, City Clerk/Executive Assistant, PO Box 1075, Conway, SC 29528 or email to vlefler@cityofconway.com. The deadline to apply is June 21, 2013.    

 

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