Conduct permit review and provides permits to both residential and nonresidential sectors per North Slope Borough Municipal Code Title 19 and process subdivision applications pursuant to North Slope Borough Municipal Code Title 18. Provide policy advice on environmental matters, development proposals, and legislation. Conduct rezones, ACMP reviews, and implementation of the NSB Coastal Management Program.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
Ensure compliance with Title 18 and 19 of the North Slope Borough Municipal Code of Ordinances.
Administer zoning and development permits, rezone applications, permit applications, subdivision requests, and notify public, including villages.
Conduct public hearings for rezones (Land re-classifications), Conditional uses, and subdivisions before the Planning and Zoning Commissions, and Assembly.
Ensure consistency with Alaska Coastal management Program by preparing NSB coastal consistency recommendations.
Represent NSB at state and industry meetings.
Coordinate with other Borough departments in developing Borough position on development-related issues.
Maintain liaison with state and federal agencies, Borough departments, and other interest groups.
Review, analyze and comment on large project proposals, environmental impact statements, lease sales, and other development related issues.
Administer Barrow administrative and use permits, permit applications, subdivision applications, and notifies public, including villages.
Research public records and monitors Barrow permitting, zoning, and subdivision development activities.
Represent the Land Management Regulations Division at Barrow Zoning Commission and Barrow Traffic Committee public meetings.
Investigate complaints of violations by interviewing local authorities and landowners to determine with North Slope Borough Land Management regulations Title 18 and 19.
Conduct enforcement actions and compliance plans.
Review and synthesize information from maps, architectural and engineering drawings to determine compliance with codified development standards for the Barrow zoning districts and the provisions of the North Slope Borough's General Permit for fill in wetlands authorized by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Inspect all North Slope villages for permitting issues upon request.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of North Slope Borough organization, operations, policies and procedures.
Knowledge of applicable state and Federal statutes, rules, codes and regulations.
Knowledge of the NSB Code of Ordinance Title 18 and19, NSB Coastal Management Program, and NSB Comprehensive Plan.
Knowledge of land management principles.
Knowledge of traditional & contemporary customs and activities of the North Slope, the ability to speak Inupiat is recognized as one measure of understanding traditional customs and activities.
Skill in using personal computers and a variety of software applications.
Ability to read maps by Township, Section and Range, with metes and bound legal descriptions or platted legal descriptions.
Education, Experience, Certifications And Licenses Required
High School graduate or G.E.D/or, a combination of 12 years of education and related work experience.
Four years of experience in land management, natural resources or planning field;
Four years of work experience in traditional and contemporary knowledge of North Slope subsistence practices and customs;
Four years work experience in arctic construction;
Documented good oral and written communication skills.
THE NORTH SLOPE BOROUGH IS AN ALCOHOL AND DRUG FREE WORKPLACE.
This Job Description reflects North Slope Borough's best effort to describe the essential functions and qualifications of the job described. It is not an exhaustive statement of all the duties, responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This document is not intended to exclude an opportunity for modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation. This is not intended to be a contract.
The North Slope Borough offers the following benefit packages to all permanent full time and permanent part time employees who work at least 15 hours a week.
Health care is provided at no cost to the employee (no premiums). Our Health Care package covers major medical, preventive care, vision, dental and prescription drug benefits.
Benefits Do Not Apply To Temporary Employees.
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The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions.
Yes, I understand and agree
No, I do not agree
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This position is NON-Rotational. Housing is NOT provided. Therefore, due to extreme weather conditions in the arctic and for your safety, housing accommodations must be located and pre-arranged by the applicant prior to the start of employment. The applicant must pay for housing; it is not provided by the NSB. Please note: The Borough is currently experiencing a housing shortage. Due to the remote setting, applicants are urged to consider this factor prior to submitting an application. Do you certify that you understand the above information?
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Which best describes your level of education?
Some high school
High school diploma or GED
Some college
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Doctorate
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How many years of work experience in land management, natural resources or planning field do you have?
No experience
Less than 2 years
2 years to less than 3 years
3 years to less than 4 years
4 years to less than 5 years
5 years or more
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If you do have four years of work experience in land management, natural resources, or planning field, describe how you meet this qualification, and list the position you held, company, dates of employment where you gained the experience.
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How many years of work experience in traditional and contemporary knowledge of North Slope subsistence practices and customs do you have?
No experience
Less than 2 years
2 years to less than 3 years
3 years to less than 4 years
4 years to less than 5 years
5 years or more
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If you do have at least four years of work experience in traditional and contemporary knowledge of North Slope subsistence practices and customs, describe how you meet the qualification and list the position(s) you held, company, and dates of employment where you gained the experience.
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How many years of work experience in arctic construction do you have?
No experience
Less than 2 years
2 years to less than 3 years
3 years to less than 4 years
4 years to less than 5 years
5 years or more
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If you do have at least four years of work experience in arctic construction, describe how you meet this qualification and list the position(s) you held, company, and dates of employment where you gained the experience.
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To comply with the Borough's nepotism law (NSBMC Sec. 2.20.170 and 2.20.290), the North Slope Borough must collect the following information. Are you related by blood or marriage to the Department Director (Chastity Olemaun) or Immediate Supervisor (Lilly H. Kilapsuk) for this position?
Yes
No
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If "Yes", please check boxes below that apply:
Father
Father-in-Law
Step-Father
Mother
Mother-in-Law
Step-Mother
Brother
Brother-in-Law
Step-Brother
Sister
Sister-in-Law
Step-Sister
Son
Son-in-Law
Step-Son
Daughter
Daughter-in-Law
Step-Daughter
Wife
Husband
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Do you currently live in the same residence as the Department Director (Chastity Olemaun) or Immediate Supervisor (Lilly H. Kilapsuk) of this position?
Yes
No
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If you checked "Yes", please check the appropriate boxes below: I am currently living in the same residence as the:
Department Director
Immediate Supervisor
Required Question
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
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