Part-Time Planning & Zoning Coordinator (Municipal)

NJLM; Roxbury Township (NJ); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

NJLM is seeking a Planning & Zoning Coordinator for Roxbury Township. The role provides administrative and operational support to the Planning and Zoning Department, assisting with land use applications, records management, and public inquiries.

Under supervision, you will coordinate with staff, board committees, and the public, handling documentation, inspections, and project support. This is a part-time, office-based position with potential for flexible scheduling and local travel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Enrollment in or recent completion of urban planning, public administration, geography or related field preferred.
• Coursework or experience in municipal planning, zoning, land use regulation preferred.
• Interest in local government, planning and public service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with land use applications, zoning inquiries, and public questions.
• Process and maintain land use development files and records.
• Assist with intake and processing of fees, escrows, bonds, and related documents.
• Organize land use files per NJ retention requirements.
• Support Board Secretary during Planning and Zoning Board meetings as needed.
• Assist with field inspections to verify compliance with approved plans.
• Support planning projects, research tasks, and departmental initiatives.

Skills

MS Office

Customer service

Communication skills

Organization

Teamwork

Public interaction

Education

High school diploma

Urban Planning / Public Administration coursework

Planning/zoning coursework

Interest in local government

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

NJLM is seeking a Planning & Zoning Coordinator for Roxbury Township. The role provides administrative and operational support to the Planning and Zoning Department, assisting with land use applications, records management, and public inquiries.

Under supervision, you will coordinate with staff, board committees, and the public, handling documentation, inspections, and project support. This is a part-time, office-based position with potential for flexible scheduling and local travel.