JOB DESCRIPTION: Zoning Inspector
SALARY RANGE: $500.00 per month
DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Board of Trustees
GENERAL PURPOSE:
The Zoning Inspector performs an important role in the overall administration and operations of the Township. The Zoning Inspector reports directly to the Hopewell Township Board of Trustees.
The Zoning Inspector performs a variety of routine and complex work in the administration, interpretation, and enforcement of the Hopewell Township Zoning Manual and will make recommendations concerning amendments to those planning and zoning documents. The Zoning Inspector will conduct special studies and/or research related to the development of the Hopewell Township Zoning Manual as may be necessary.
The Zoning Inspector will also assist with Hopewell Township’s economic development efforts.
The Zoning Inspector will issue zoning permits in accordance with Hopewell Township’s Zoning Manual and will be responsible for the review of site and construction plans related to zoning, conduct field inspections, maintain detailed records, answer public inquiries, and investigate complaints and violations of the Zoning Manual.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Duties include, but are not limited to:
1. Maintain thorough knowledge of the Hopewell Township Zoning Manual, related forms and any applicable local, state, or federal regulations.
2. Enforce the provisions of the Hopewell Township Zoning Manual and interpret the meaning and application of its provisions.
3. Perform, plan, and review of residential, commercial, industrial site plans for zoning and land use compliance.
4. Complete site inspections as required or when necessary.
5. Review and issue zoning permits when the provisions of the Hopewell Township Zoning Manual have been met or refuse to issue same in the event of non-compliance.
6. Investigate and determine Hopewell Township Zoning Manual violations and take all necessary steps to remedy the violations.
7. Issue stop-work orders when necessary.
8. Identify, inventory, and monitor violation notices for non-conformity.
9. Maintain all records necessary and appropriate to the office including applications, zoning permits, inspections, zoning permit denials, violations, and complaints.
10. Update the official Hopewell Township Zoning Map as needed.
11. Develop recommendations regarding Hopewell Township Zoning Manual or Map amendments; zoning fee structure; zoning forms; propose solutions to any problem encountered in administering the Hopewell Township Zoning Manual.
12. Coordinate the enforcement of the Hopewell Township Zoning Manual and codes with active cooperation with other agencies and Hopewell Township departments.
13. Respond to all requests by the public or elected officials in a courteous and professional manner and within a reasonable amount of time.
14. Conduct effective, documented communications with permit applicants, related governmental agencies, businesses, or other Hopewell Township departments as necessary.
15. Attend all Zoning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, and Hopewell Township Trustee meeting, and advise them of all matters pertaining to the enforcement, compliance, and amendments to the Hopewell Township Zoning Manual.
16. Assist the Hopewell Township Trustees and Hopewell Township Fiscal Officer in developing and maintaining the Comprehensive Plan.
17. Ability to relate, communicate, and interact with superiors, peers, co-workers, governmental officials, community organizations, contractors, developers, businesses, and the general public.
18. Works closely with Hopewell Township Trustees and Fiscal Officer, and any other employees of the Township.
19. Ability to establish and maintain effective professional working relations with superiors, peers, co-workers, governmental officials, contractors, developers, business owners, and the general public.
20. Prepare and submit annual reports to the Hopewell Township Trustees.
21. Identify grant opportunities, prepare grant applications and submit the same, and administer grant awards.
22. Perform other duties and accept responsibilities as may be directed.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Ability to comprehend and correctly use a variety of informational and legal documents including reference books, manuals, requisitions, purchase orders, invoices, applications, plans, site plans, grading plans, blueprints, and other reports or records.
2. Ability to prepare reports, letters, correspondence, and other job-related documents using prescribed format and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style.
3. Ability to accurately record and deliver information, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality of restricted information; ability to use independent judgment, common sense, and rational systems in the performance of tasks.
4. Ability to work under stressful conditions, to respond immediately to crisis situations, and to balance priorities within and between offices and departments.
5. Ability to maintain personal composure and tactfully handle difficult situations and interpret questions correctly; ability to behave in a responsive, understanding, helpful and professional manner with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public.
6. Comfortable speaking before groups or organizations.
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
8. Proficiency in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) preferred.
9. Detail oriented and must possess good organizational skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform job functions.
Environment: Work is performed in a standard office setting with frequent interaction with the general public, property owners, and contractors.
Work is also performed outside of the office on construction sites, or on property of complaints.
Physical: Primary functions require sitting at a desk to operate computers, complete paperwork, or answer telephones; sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting including standing or sitting for long periods of time; operate a vehicle; fine motor skills, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing at construction sites or other properties; see in the normal visual range with or without correction; hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
EDUCATION:
Required: High School education or GED equivalent Valid Ohio Driver’s License
Preferred: Degree in planning, public administration, or other related field. Experience and working knowledge as a Planner or Zoning Inspector. Comprehensive knowledge in economic development and planning preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
Standard knowledge of construction industry and practices preferred. Knowledge of applicable building and property maintenance codes preferred. Construction or inspection experience preferred.
To apply for this job, please submit cover letter, resume, and completed application to [email protected].
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