Zoning Compliance Coordinator

This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled.

Annual Salary:

$55,594.50 - $58,402.50

Hourly:

$28.51 - $29.95

Department:

Planning & Preservation, Urban & Community Development

Division:

Zoning

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

This role will examine and process permit applications, inspect properties, and investigate complaints concerning violations of zoning regulations.

Examples of Duties:

• Accepts zoning applications for review and approval.
• Assists applicants with preparation of required documents for code compliance.
• Receives, researches and evaluates complaints about possible violations of zoning regulations.
• Conducts site inspections to verify compliance with ordinances and approved plans. Ensures property owners and contractors have obtained proper permits and issuing Stop Work Orders when appropriate.
• Prepares and/or reviews required inspection reports; prepares and issues violation notices and citations to property owners and tenants.
• Prepares case materials when legal action is required. Refers cases to municipal court; issues summonses to code violators; provides court testimony as necessary.
• Reviews/approves plans for new construction, alterations and renovations for zoning compliance.
• Notes instances of noncompliance on plans and site inspections and suggests modifications to bring plans/site inspections into compliance.
• Submits reports detailing items of noncompliance to applicants for correction.
• Provides a high level of excellent customer service assistance to internal and external customers.
• Researches and evaluates City permit and property information.
• Maintains filing system.
• Serves in the Permit Center as needed assisting customers by answering questions, providing zoning information, receiving applications and reviewing permits.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• Associate's degree (AA/AS) or equivalent; and one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid state issued driver's license.
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office or similar software.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education or experience in land use planning, building construction, or customer service.
• Experience with software systems such as Adobe Creative Suite, Bluebeam, Energov and GovQA.

Other Necessary Requirements:

• May require evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
• In the event of major storms or other emergency situations, this position may be subject to 24-hour shifts or any other emergency schedule that is necessary to meet the City's needs.

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