Zoning Enforcement Officer

Primary Duties

• Answers inquiries from architects, attorneys, real estate personnel, building contractors and the general public regarding land usage, zoning codes and related ordinances.
• Reviews and approves or disapproves all Zoning Use Permits.
• Performs zoning permit inspections, based on approved plans, to ensure compliance with zoning codes and regulations.
• Performs land use and zoning inspections, as necessary, under the respective municipal zoning codes.
• Researches and reviews legal descriptions, plat restrictions and property ownership information.
• Conducts field investigations to determine compliance of properties with the codes and issues notices of violation or citations for non-compliance.
• Testifies at hearings regarding notices of violation or citations issued to code violators.
• Must be available to attend monthly township/municipal meetings after normal business hours on a regular basis.
• Maintain official record of all business and activities, including complaints of violation(s) along with photographs of the violation and the action taken.
• Prepare and submit monthly reports to the municipal elected officials and the municipal planning commission.
• Advertise public hearings related to zoning use applications.
• Issue permits for special exception uses, conditional uses and/or variances only after applications for such uses and/or buildings have been approved in writing by either the Zoning Hearing Board, in the case of special exceptions and/or variances, or the elected body of the municipality, in the case of conditional uses.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, public administration, or a related field.
• At least three years of experience in zoning administration, land use planning, or a related field.
• Knowledge of zoning laws, regulations, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate a company vehicle.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with storm water management, special flood hazard areas, and nuisance abatement.

Skills

• Knowledge of zoning laws and regulations.
• Ability to conduct field inspections and issue citations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Retirement plan with employer match.
• Health insurance.
• Vision, dental, short-term disability, life insurance, and several Aflac or Colonial Life plans.
• Company vehicle provided.
• Vacation, sick and personal days upon completed probationary period.
• 35-hour work week, Monday through Friday.
• Evening meetings required.

Pay

• Salary range: $50,000 - $60,000 annually.

Schedule

• Full-time position.
• Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.
• Evening meetings required.

Company Information

The Central Keystone Council of Governments is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For more information about the position, please visit www.ckcog.com.

Resumes will be accepted until a successful candidate is found.