Municipal Planner & Codes Enforcement Officer

TENNESSEE MUNICIPAL LEAGUE; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TCRS retirement

401k

Health insurance

Paid leave

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Town of Chapel Hill is seeking a Town Planner/Codes Enforcement Officer to administer zoning, land use planning, and municipal code enforcement. You will coordinate with the Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, developers, property owners, contractors, and the public to ensure compliant development and code enforcement.

The role requires inspections, staff reports, recordkeeping, and evening meetings; a bachelor's degree in urban planning or a related field is preferred, with

Qualifications

• Knowledge of municipal planning principles and land use practices.
• Knowledge of zoning administration and subdivision regulations.
• Knowledge of municipal code enforcement procedures.
• Familiarity with Tennessee planning and zoning statutes.
• Ability to interpret maps, plats, construction plans, surveys, and legal descriptions.
• Ability to read and interpret ordinances, state laws, building codes, and technical documents.
• Ability to communicate effectively with elected officials, contractors, developers, property owners, and the public.
• Ability to resolve conflicts professionally and tactfully.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and recordkeeping skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and GIS, permitting, or municipal management software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer and enforce the Town's Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision Regulations, and applicable land development regulations.
• Review development proposals, site plans, subdivisions, rezoning requests, variances, and special exception applications for compliance with Town regulations.
• Prepare staff reports and recommendations for the Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, and Board of Mayor and Aldermen.
• Coordinate planning activities with engineers, surveyors, developers, architects, utility providers, and state agencies.
• Assist with updates to zoning maps and development ordinances.
• Maintain accurate zoning maps, land use records, and development files.
• Conduct research related to planning, zoning, demographics, growth trends, and community development.
• Provide planning and zoning information to citizens, developers, businesses, and elected officials.
• Investigate complaints regarding violations of municipal codes, zoning regulations, property maintenance standards, nuisance ordinances, signage, abandoned vehicles, weeds and overgrown lots, junk and debris, and related issues.
• Conduct routine inspections throughout the Town.
• Issue notices of violation, citations, correction orders, and compliance deadlines as authorized.
• Maintain detailed inspection reports, photographs, correspondence, and enforcement documentation.
• Coordinate enforcement efforts with the Building Official, Fire Department, Police Department, Public Works, and legal counsel when necessary.
• Monitor compliance and conduct follow-up inspections.
• Prepare evidence and testify in Municipal Court when required.
• Prepare agendas, reports, meeting packets, and minutes for the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals.
• Maintain permits, inspection records, and planning files in accordance with Tennessee public records requirements.
• Assist with grant applications and community development projects.
• Develop policies and procedures related to planning and code enforcement.
• Assist with budget preparation and departmental reporting.
• Attend evening meetings as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

The Town of Chapel Hill is seeking a Town Planner/Codes Enforcement Officer to administer zoning, land use planning, and municipal code enforcement. You will coordinate with the Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, developers, property owners, contractors, and the public to ensure compliant development and code enforcement.

The role requires inspections, staff reports, recordkeeping, and evening meetings; a bachelor's degree in urban planning or a related field is preferred, with