Planning & Engineering - Zoning Officer

Regular, full-time position in the Department of Planning & Engineering.

About the role

Under the general supervision of the Director of Planning and Engineering, the Zoning Officer will serve as an administrative officer for the Zoning Board.

Responsibilities

• Performing technical and professional work in the interpretation, drafting, and enforcement of Township zoning laws, ordinances, rules, Master Plan elements, and regulations.
• Reviewing and signing off on building permits for zoning compliance and licenses for the Clerk’s office.
• Issuing Zoning permits for fences, sheds, impervious surfaces, and signs.
• Responding to letters of intent and OPRA requests.
• Handling inquiries from the public on development and zoning matters.
• Attending evening Zoning Board Meetings.
• Performing related work as required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of municipal zoning, site planning, and land use procedures.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and other regulations governing land use and zoning.
• Knowledge of legal procedures related to the enforcement of zoning laws and ordinances.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with township personnel and the public.
• Ability to provide excellent communication and conflict resolution skills to assist the public in a courteous and effective manner.

Qualifications

• Two years of municipal zoning experience for applicants with a Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Planning or related field; or
• Four years of municipal zoning experience for applicants with a Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, or related field.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Employee assistance programs
• Retirement plans: 457b and pension
• Employee discounts
• Parental leave
• Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, personal, and holidays

As per the State of New Jersey, if you begin your employment on September 1, 2011 or later, you must reside in New Jersey. If you do not, you have one year after the date you accept employment to relocate your residence to New Jersey.