Field Zoning & Code Enforcement Officer

McKenzie County Healthcare Systems, Inc.; Watford City (ND); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

McKenzie County Planning Commission seeks a Code Enforcement Officer in Watford City, ND, to organize, review, and enforce the Land Development Ordinance. Responsibilities include field inspections, handling complaints, preparing violations, and presenting findings at public hearings.

Strong knowledge of Planning & Zoning and MS Office proficiency are required. Role requires a valid driver's license, physical ability for weather exposure, and daily on-site presence.

Qualifications

• 3 years of planning and zoning, construction or code enforcement experience
• High School Diploma or GED
• Proficient with MS Office programs including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Valid driver’s license
• Skill in reading and interpreting plans and specifications
• Knowledge of principles and practices of Planning and Zoning
• Must be able to report to Watford City, ND daily at required schedule time
• Physical requirements: able to handle exposure to extreme weather; lift up to 20 pounds; kneel, stoop, sit, walk extensively

Responsibilities

• Conducts site/field inspections, plan reviews and interviews related to Planning and Zoning applications or complaints
• Reviews or assists in the review of moderate to difficult development proposals and site plans for conformance with codes, plans, and regulations
• Presents to County Commissioners and/or P&Z Commission when necessary
• Review or assist in the review of moderate to difficult development proposals and site plans for conformance with codes, plans and regulations
• Tracks and maintains Reclamation Bond spreadsheet and files. Sends out renewal notices and reviews new bonds when received to ensure accuracy
• Creates and maintains working relationships with surety underwriting companies and updates contact lists as needed
• Responds to complaints and investigates P&Z violations; writes and sends notices of violations
• Coordinates with State’s Attorney’s office to prepare and issue warnings and citations
• Evaluates or assists in the evaluation of re-zones, ordinance amendments, conditional use permits, site plans, variances, subdivisions, and other proposals
• Tracks and maintains Annual Inspection spreadsheet and files.
• Other duties as assigned for business needs

Skills

Planning and zoning knowledge

Reading and interpreting plans and/or

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

McKenzie County Planning Commission seeks a Code Enforcement Officer in Watford City, ND, to organize, review, and enforce the Land Development Ordinance. Responsibilities include field inspections, handling complaints, preparing violations, and presenting findings at public hearings.

Strong knowledge of Planning & Zoning and MS Office proficiency are required. Role requires a valid driver's license, physical ability for weather exposure, and daily on-site presence.