Zoning Administrator

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Opening Date 04/24/2026 Closing Date 5/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Description Benefits Questions Job Description Performs difficult technical and administrative work in the administration of the Onslow County Zoning Ordinance, Solid-Waste Ordinance, Minimum Housing Ordinance, Local permitting of CAMA Permits, and related codes or work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the supervision of the Director or Deputy Director. Continuous supervision is exercised over the Zoning Officers. Our core values—Resilience, Excellence, Accountability, Customer Service, and Honesty —are the foundation of our work and the standard by which we operate. As a member of our team, you are expected to demonstrate these values in every aspect of your role. This means delivering high-quality work, taking responsibility for your actions, providing exceptional service, and maintaining integrity in all interactions. Your commitment to these principles is essential to fostering a positive workplace culture and ensuring the success of our organization and the community we serve. Position Responsibilities Supervision Facilitates a safe work environment where employees are treated with respect, dignity, and compassion. Manages performance and completes annual performance evaluations for direct reports. Supervises, evaluates, and trains team members in the Zoning Division. Assists in reviews and attends meetings with the Zoning Officers to ensure quality control and excellent customer service. Coordinates the training of the team members in the Zoning Division from the direction given by the Director. Provides quality control and supervision of the Zoning Division's evaluation and review of site plans, issuance of zoning and CAMA permits, and procedures of ordinance violations. Coordinates with the Planning Administrator on daily operations and long-range planning as necessary. Assists the Director in the annual budget preparation of the Zoning Division. Enforcement Responds to citizen complaints regarding possible violations of the Onslow County Zoning Ordinance, Solid Waste Management Ordinance, and Minimum Housing Ordinance; investigates and/or assigns Zoning and Environmental Officers to investigate the complaint and provide follow-up as necessary. Issues and/or coordinates the issuance of Zoning, Solid Waste, and Minimum Housing violation notices, violations, and/or notices to comply. Conducts or coordinates correspondence for corrective action plans for current violations. Coordinates County representation and reviews court cases regarding current violation under the supervision of the Director or Deputy Director. Application Review Reviews zoning permits and all site plan types for accuracy and compliance with the Zoning Ordinance. Coordinates the review and reviews CAMA applications for development in the Area of Environmental Concern and coordinates the inspection and permit issuance process. Coordinates with the updating of the Onslow County Solid Waste Ordinance and Minimum Housing Ordinance. Public Engagement Responds to citizen, contractors, builders, and/or developer questions regarding the Onslow County Zoning Ordinance, Solid Waste Management Ordinance, and Minimum Housing Ordinance. Prepares and oversees the preparation of meeting materials, public notifications, staff reports, presentations, and board materials for the Onslow County Board of Adjustment. Additional Functions Performs assigned functions as a Disaster Ready Team (DRT) member, if assigned or volunteered. Performs related tasks as assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Qualifications Thorough knowledge of the following: Onslow County Zoning Ordinance, Solid Waste Management Ordinance, and Minimum Housing Ordinance; Methods and procedures used in code enforcement; Laws and regulations governing CAMA and environmental protection issues; Environmental best management practices.

Thorough ability in the following:

To detect Zoning, Solid-Waste, and Minimum Housing violations; To operate standard office equipment including a personal computer and applicable office productivity software; To analyze and compile technical and statistical information and prepare reports; To interpret various rules and regulations; To read and interpret plans; To maintain effective working relationships with employees, property owners, citizens, contractors, and other departments or agencies; To enforce violations with firmness, tact, impartiality, and providing high-quality customer service; To prepare and present oral or written reports; To facilitate meetings.

Physical Requirements:

This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions, frequently requires reaching with hands and arms and occasionally requires standing, walking, pushing or pulling and lifting; work has standard vision requirements; no special vocal communication skills are required; no special hearing perception is required; this work does not require any specialized sensory utilization; work has no exposure to environmental conditions; work is generally in a very quiet location (e.g. park trail, storage or file room). Education, Experience, and Special Requirements Bachelor's degree with coursework in Planning, Public Administration, Criminal Justice, Legal Studies, or related field and at least two years of experience, or equivalent combination of experience and education.

Preferred:

1 to 2 years of supervisory experience Special Requirements Valid driver's license. Certified Zoning Official (CZO) and

CAMA LPO.

Salary will be determined based on qualifications, internal equity, budget, and market considerations. Regular Onslow County employees have the ability to participate in a wide array of employee benefits including: Health Insurance Health Insurance is provided by BlueCross BlueShield of North Carolina and covers a wide variety of healthcare services. Dental Insurance Dental insurance is provided by Delta Dental to full-time employees and covers a percentage of basic to major dental procedures, including orthodontia for children and adults. Vision Insurance Vision insurance is provided by MetLife to full-time employees and covers a variety of materials (contacts and glasses frames/lenses) and an annual eye exam. North Carolina Local Governmental Employees' Retirement System Eligible employees are automatically enrolled in the retirement system and must contribute 6% of their gross salary each pay period. Once eligibility requirements are met, employees will be able to receive monthly payments for life based on their salary, age, and years of service credit. NC401k The County contributes 1% of employees' gross salary into the 401(k) account regardless of the employee's deferral amount. In addition, the County matches employee deferrals up to an additional 4%. Vacation Leave Regular full-time employees earn 13.5 days of vacation leave per year. With each 5-year increment of employment, vacation accrual increases. Sick Leave Regular full-time employees earn 12 days of sick leave per year. Paid Holidays County employees receive paid holidays annually. The Board of County Commissioners approves and may adjust the schedule as deemed necessary. ComPsych Mental Health Services The County provides Mental Health and Life Services through ComPsych to help employees and their families with personal, family and job-related problems such as counseling, crisis support, work-life resources, legal and financial consultations, and organizational support tools. Supplemental Benefits County employees are also offered a variety of supplemental benefits such as Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 457b Deferred Compensation Plan, and MetLife Supplemental Plans. For more information, please visit http://www.onslowcountync.gov//HR and click on the Benefits tab. 01 Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education? High School Diploma or GED Associates Degree Bachelors Degree Masters Degree Doctorate None of the above 02 Do you possess a valid driver's license? Yes No 03 How many years of experience do you possess in zoning ordinance and subdivision ordinance? None Less than 6 months More than 6 months but less than 2 years More than 2 years but less than 5 years 5 years or more 04 Do you currently have your Certified Zoning Official (CZO) and

CAMA LPO?

Yes No 05 Based on your review of the position requirements, are you able to perform the position duties with or without reasonable accommodation? Yes No 06 Onslow County's Core Values are REACH (Resilience, Excellence, Accountability, Customer Service, Honesty). Which value resonates most with you and why? How would you exemplify this value in your position? Required Question Employer Onslow County Address 234 Northwest Corridor Boulevard Jacksonville, North Carolina, 28540 Phone 910-347-7600 Website http://www.onslowcountync.gov Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email Job Opportunities Account Privacy Policy Terms Of Use Your Privacy Choices Accessibility Statement Copyright © 2026 Do not sell my personal information × For California residents, and to the extent NEOGOV sells your personal information as the term "sell" is defined under the California Consumer Privacy Act, you have the right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information by us to third parties at any time. This setting only applies to registered account holders that have opted-in for an Access Membership. If you wish to opt-out click follow these steps: Log into your Job Seeker Profile Click your name in the upper right-hand corner Select Account Settings Select the Preferences section Click the Edit button next to Access Membership Switch Toggle to off Click Save If you do not have a registered account this setting does not apply, however, you can review your right on our privacy policy . If you require further assistance, please email privacy@neogov.com × Accessibility Statement At Governmentjobs.com, Inc. d/b/a NEOGOV, we recognize the importance of making our products and services accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities, and are continually working to improve the experience for all users. Commitment to Accessibility We are committed to following best practices, including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA, to the extent feasible, however, we do not warrant compliance with these standards or any other accessibility standards. We are continually enhancing our platforms to ensure greater accessibility, and we actively seek out opportunities to improve accessibility features. Ongoing Enhancements Accessibility is an ongoing effort, and we are regularly updating our technology, services, and content to address accessibility barriers. Our team is dedicated to identifying areas for improvement and making enhancements that allow all users, regardless of their abilities, to fully engage with our services. Feedback and Assistance We value feedback from our users. If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our services or have suggestions on how we can improve, please reach out to us at accessibility@neogov.com. We will make every effort to resolve any concerns and consider alternative options where possible. Thank you for choosing NEOGOV. We remain dedicated to improving accessibility and creating an inclusive experience for all. Job Opportunities Job Opportunities Menu Close Menu Job Opportunities Job Opportunities Class Specifications Job Interest Cards Help & Support