Landscape Architect - Site Plan Review 8/21/26

Job Description

Description

Charleston County Zoning and Planning strives to create a culture that provides efficient, equitable, and empathetic services to the community. This is a professional position supporting the Site Plan Review process and the planning and zoning functions for Charleston County with opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects in a dynamic environment.

SALARY RANGE:$64,209 - $84,156 Estimated Annual Salary

OPEN UNTIL FILLED - APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

Duties and Responsibilities

This position will be engaged in the review and processing of development applications and design drawings for conformity with the zoning ordinance, best management practices, and other technical requirements within a collaborative and team-oriented work environment. Other duties includesite inspections, code compliance, participation in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) when activated, and special projects as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicant should have a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Planning, or related field, supplemented by three or more years of associated experience and possess a valid South Carolina driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Performance Expectations:

Successful applicants should exhibit excellent interpersonal relation skills with the ability to convey verbal, written, and graphic communications in a professional manner, and be committed to demonstrating reliability and responsiveness to accomplish Department goals.

Key Skills:

Applicants should possess an understanding of land use planning, land development processes, and site design concepts including grading, drainage, plant material, architecture, and infrastructure with the ability to effectively interpret ordinances, analyze applications, and communicate findings verbally and in writing. Proficiency in Microsoft Office products is essential and working knowledge of geographic information system (GIS), Bluebeam (or other digital plan review software), and Energov (or other permitting software) is preferred.

Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Optional Life and Disability Insurance
• Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Annual and Sick Leave
• Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
• South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
• Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
• Optional Deferred Compensation Program
• Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
• Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Well-being Program

For more information, visit our benefits page.