Property Maintenance and Zoning Specialist

About the role

Isett Barry Isett & Associates (Isett) is an employee‑owned, multi‑discipline engineering and consulting firm headquartered in Allentown, PA, with additional offices throughout Eastern and Central Pennsylvania. The firm provides a full range of services—including civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, environmental, geotechnical, municipal engineering, surveying, landscape architecture, code enforcement, plan review, construction management, materials testing, and grant writing—to clients throughout the Mid‑Atlantic region. Isett has been recognized repeatedly for its award‑winning culture, including “Best Places to Work in PA” (2019‑present), “The Morning Call’s Top Workplaces” (2013‑present), “Empowering Women” award (2022‑present), “Philadelphia Inquirer’s Top Workplaces” (2022‑present), “Corporate Citizen of the Year,” and the Societas Award for Responsible Corporate Conduct.

The position is a full‑time role focused on property maintenance and zoning services for municipal clients in the Central Region. The ideal candidate delivers excellent customer service, enjoys problem solving, and possesses strong written and verbal communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and flexibility in prioritizing workload. Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite and related software is required. Experience in property maintenance, zoning, home inspections, or residential construction is a plus, and the company will provide training and support for additional certifications.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret site/plot plans and specifications and enforce local ordinances as required.
• Review zoning applications, conduct inspections as necessary, act on applications, and issue zoning permits.
• Review and process municipal and zoning hearing applications and attend meetings as needed.
• Conduct initial site observations, prepare and issue notices regarding violations of local ordinances.
• Maintain records and track projects through completion.
• Prepare, file, and prosecute non‑traffic citations at multiple levels of the judicial system.

Requirements

• High school diploma and a willingness to continue training.
• ICC/PA UCC certifications or a background in construction with the intent to pursue certifications once hired (commercial certifications preferred).
• Current, valid driver’s license and ability to travel to client sites.
• Demonstrated skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Proven, effective communication skills and ability to work remotely with limited supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with Isett associates and clients.

Benefits

• Career advancement and continuing education opportunities.
• Employee engagement events.
• Work‑life balance and flexible working schedules.
• Paid vacation, holiday, and sick time.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Discounted and/or free Isett apparel.
• Parental leave.
• 401(k) with Roth match.