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Planning Coordinator; PDF Jobs in Lexington, USA at Town of Lexington
Position: Planning Coordinator (PDF)
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Town of Lexington
We are currently accepting applications for the full-time position of:
Planning Coordinator
Land Use, Housing and Development Department
Starting hourly range: $30.47 – $34.77
Excellent benefits package
The REQUIRED Town of Lexington application form and cover letter must be received in the Town’s Human
Resource Department
Summary Assists the Planning Director in meeting departmental goals and objectives. Processes payroll for
Planning and Economic Development staff. Prepares EAFs, retroactive calculations, and performs end-of-year
accounting. Completes accounts payable tasks. Posts public meeting agendas and public hearing notices, writes
Planning Board meeting minutes. Performs all other related work, as required.
Essential Functions
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that
may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the
work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
* Serves as first point of contact for the Planning Board and Planning Office staff.
* Performs initial application intake for Planning Board applications and reviews applications submitted
through electronic permit system (Open Gov) for initial completeness, collecting application fees, and guides
applicants through the process. Coordinates applications for staff comment, track applications process,
keeps application details up to date, and closes out permits after final action.
* Processes payroll for Planning and Economic Development staff. Prepares EAFs, retroactive calculations
and end-of-year accounting.
* Performs accounts payable tasks including payments for any consultants including any professional peer
review services.
* Posts public meeting agendas, and public hearing notices. Attends Planning Board meetings and sets up
meetings. Prepares electronic meeting packet and writes meeting minutes. Responds to questions about
future public meetings and public hearings.
* Performs initial application intake. Reviews applications and guides applicants. Tracks applications. Assists
staff with application process.
* Prepares and sends abutter notices, public hearing notices, and notification of Board actions.
* Provides information to Boards, Committees, and residents. Responds to queries by telephone, email, and
in-person.
* Assists with preparing Board decisions, motions, final notice mailings, and webpage updates.
* Monitors department budget and prepares reports.
* Updates and maintains the department’s web page with current development projects.
* Acts as Planning Office liaison to committees and coordinates work with staff.
* Performs other similar or related duties, as required or as situation dictates.
* Supports and assist staff in preparation of amendments to the Zoning Bylaw for Town meeting and
submission to the Attorney General.
* Prepares first draft of board decisions.
Supervision
Supervision Scope:
Performs varied and responsible functions requiring a working knowledge of administrative
office procedures and departmental operations and the exercise of judgment and initiative, particularly in
situations not clearly defined by precedent or established procedures.
Supervision Received:
Works under the direct supervision of the Planning Director following department rules,
regulations and policies. Duties require the ability to plan and perform operations and independently complete
tasks, according to prescribed time schedules.
Supervision Given:
None.
Recommended
Minimum Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience
High School diploma or equivalent plus (one) 1 year of customer service, time management, administrative
office management, and organizing experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and
experience are required. Accounting knowledge and file management experience are required. Ability to be
detail oriented is necessary. Computer literacy is required.
Knowledge:
Knowledge of Accounting including accounts payable and payroll. Knowledge and skill with
principles and practices of record keeping, file management, and reporting. Knowledge of…
Title: Planning Coordinator; PDF
Company: Town of Lexington
Location: Lexington, USA
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