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The Planning & Zoning Administrator serves as the operational lead for the City's planning and zoning functions, overseeing daily administration of land use regulations, long-range planning initiatives, and development review processes. This position exercises professional judgment in interpreting and applying the City's zoning, subdivision, and floodplain regulations, and serves as the primary staff liaison to the Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, and Site Plan Review Committee. The Administrator works closely with the Director of Community Development on policy development and strategic planning efforts, and represents the Department in direct engagement with residents, developers, contractors, and other governmental agencies. This position supervises the Planning Technician and plays a supporting role in the City's broader economic development activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF WORK

Assists Director of Community Development with the operation of the Community Development Department, including but not limited to: long-range planning, zoning, subdivision and site plan review Administers the City's planning and zoning activities and compliance on a daily and long-term basis, including the zoning ordinance, subdivision ordinance, floodplain ordinance, and other land use regulations. Provides Staff support to various boards, committees, and commissions, including but not limited to: City Council, Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals and Site Plan Review Committee, including the preparation of agendas for meetings and maintenance of records Leads the review and issuance of zoning permits, as well as applications for subdivision, site plan review, and floodplain processes Performs regular analysis and research and provides written and oral interpretations of the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Regulations, Subdivision Regulations, Floodplain Regulations and Site Plan Review Standards for Boards & Committees and the general public Leads the review, amendment, adoption and enforcement of the Zoning and Subdivision Regulations, Site Plan Review Standards, Comprehensive Plan, and other related community planning activities Implements recommendations from the Comprehensive Plan and other long-range planning studies Initiates appropriate legal action on the basis of finding of violations of the zoning regulations and assists the City Prosecuting Attorney in abatement of violations Reviews sites for compliance and provides written record of zoning and site plan related activities Supervises the Planning Technician including training and delegation of responsibilities. Makes employment related decisions involving the hiring, discipline, and status changes; including performance reviews of subordinate employee Assists with the City's economic development efforts Performs other duties as required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of physical design, the way in which cities function and the principles and practices of urban planning Knowledge of the legal foundation for land use and subdivision regulations Knowledge of economic development principles and concepts Knowledge of the use of geographic information systems (GIS) in planning and zoning applications Ability to analyze and systematically compile technical and statistical information, and to prepare technical reports. Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions and approaches to problems Ability to communicate complex regulatory information to diverse audiences, including residents, developers, and elected officials, Skill in preparing and publicly presenting staff reports Skill in firm yet courteous and tactful communications in customer service Ability to solve problems using a balance of technical competence, creativity and research

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The ability to express or exchange ideas visually, verbally or in writing. Must be able to drive, and physically examine work sites. Periodically involves physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, or push objects (50 lb. or less), and bending, stooping, and reaching. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account