Part-Time Zoning Official - Land Use & Compliance Pro

NJLM; River Edge (NJ); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

The Borough of River Edge is seeking a Zoning Official to administer and enforce zoning ordinances, review permits, and ensure Land Use Board resolutions are followed. This is a part-time role, up to 20 hours weekly, including hybrid Land Use Board meetings on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays.

A minimum of five years’ experience as a Zoning Officer, a valid NJ Zoning Official Certificate, and a NJ Driver's License are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' experience as a Zoning Officer.
• Valid New Jersey Zoning Official Certificate required.
• Valid NJ Driver's License.
• Strong knowledge of NJ Municipal Land Use Law.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent public relations skills; adaptive, organized, and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Administer and enforce zoning ordinances.
• Review permit applications and ensure Land Use Board resolution compliance.
• Conduct enforcement inspections.
• Attend hybrid Land Use Board meetings.

Skills

Public relations

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Education

New Jersey Zoning Official Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Borough of River Edge is seeking a Zoning Official to administer and enforce zoning ordinances, review permits, and ensure Land Use Board resolutions are followed. This is a part-time role, up to 20 hours weekly, including hybrid Land Use Board meetings on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays.

A minimum of five years’ experience as a Zoning Officer, a valid NJ Zoning Official Certificate, and a NJ Driver's License are required.