Planner Associate, Zoning

Planner Associate Zoning

Description:
The Planner Associate (Zoning) is responsible for reviewing building and zoning permits, inspecting properties for compliance with zoning regulations, and issuing notices or summonses for violations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Examine site plans to verify zoning requirements.

• Conduct field inspections of properties, occasionally outside normal business hours.

• Research court records, permits, and documents for compliance.

• Testify in court regarding zoning violations.

• Attend and present at meetings and hearings, sometimes after hours.

• Provide technical information and ordinance interpretations to the public.

• Enter and maintain data in computer systems.

• Research and prepare zoning code amendments.

• Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of planning, zoning, site plans, and building plans.

• Understanding of engineering principles, land use, landscape architecture, architecture, and construction methods.

• Familiarity with zoning, subdivision, site development ordinances, rezoning, and special use permit processes.

• Ability to provide excellent customer service, including handling difficult interactions.

• Strong public speaking and facilitation skills.

• Research and analytical skills with attention to detail.

• Ability to communicate planning and local government policy issues effectively to various audiences.

Minimum Training and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in city/urban planning, civil or environmental engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, real estate, law, or related field.

• Three years of experience, or an equivalent amount of graduate-level training.

• Equivalent combinations of training and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong customer service skills (in person, email, and phone).

• Analytical and critical thinking skills.

• Strong writing skills.

• Bilingual skills helpful.

• Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).