Planning and Zoning Administrator

City of Andover Kansas; Andover (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation Leave

Sick Leave

Holidays

Health Insurance

Retirement plan

YMCA Discount

EAP

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

The City of Andover Kansas is seeking a Planning & Zoning Administrator to lead the planning and zoning function, oversee daily land use regulation administration, long-range planning, and development review.

Responsibilities include interpreting zoning rules, serving as liaison to Planning Commission and other boards, and guiding policy with the Director of Community Development. AICP certification preferred; bachelor's in planning or related field required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Urban Design, Public Administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Three to five years progressive experience in urban planning, public administration, or related field, preferred.
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification or ability to obtain, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead operation of Community Development Department including long-range planning, zoning, subdivision, and site plan review.
• Administer zoning, subdivision, floodplain ordinances, and land use regulations.
• Provide staff support to boards/commissions and prepare agendas and records.

Skills

Zoning regulations

Urban planning

Public administration

GIS literacy

Analytical reporting

Communication with boards

Customer service

Policy development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Planning/Urban Design/Public Administration

3–5 years urban planning experience

AICP certification (preferred)

Tools

GIS

Job description

The Planning & Zoning Administrator serves as the operational lead for the City's planning and zoning functions, overseeing daily administration of land use regulations, long-range planning initiatives, and development review processes. This position exercises professional judgment in interpreting and applying the City's zoning, subdivision, and floodplain regulations, and serves as the primary staff liaison to the Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, and Site Plan Review Committee. The Administrator works closely with the Director of Community Development on policy development and strategic planning efforts, and represents the Department in direct engagement with residents, developers, contractors, and other governmental agencies. This position supervises the Planning Technician and plays a supporting role in the City's broader economic development activities.

Hiring Range is $54,414 - $69,763
*Pay is determined based on prior years of experience. Experience credit is also given for honorable military service time served.

This posting will remain up until it is filled. Applications/Resumes will be reviewed as they come in.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF WORK

• Assists Director of Community Development with the operation of the Community Development Department, including but not limited to: long-range planning, zoning, subdivision and site plan review
• Administers the City’s planning and zoning activities and compliance on a daily and long-term basis, including the zoning ordinance, subdivision ordinance, floodplain ordinance, and other land use regulations.
• Provides Staff support to various boards, committees, and commissions, including but not limited to: City Council, Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals and Site Plan Review Committee, including the preparation of agendas for meetings and maintenance of records
• Leads the review and issuance of zoning permits, as well as applications for subdivision, site plan review, and floodplain processes

• Performs regular analysis and research and provides written and oral interpretations of the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Regulations, Subdivision Regulations, Floodplain Regulations and Site Plan Review Standards for Boards & Committees and the general public
• Leads the review, amendment, adoption and enforcement of the Zoning and Subdivision Regulations, Site Plan Review Standards, Comprehensive Plan, and other related community planning activities
• Implements recommendations from the Comprehensive Plan and other long-range planning studies
• Initiates appropriate legal action on the basis of finding of violations of the zoning regulations and assists the City Prosecuting Attorney in abatement of violations
• Reviews sites for compliance and provides written record of zoning and site plan related activities
• Supervises the Planning Technician including training and delegation of responsibilities.
• Makes employment related decisions involving the hiring, discipline, and status changes; including performance reviews of subordinate employee
• Assists with the City’s economic development efforts
• Performs other duties as required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of physical design, the way in which cities function and the principles and practices of urban planning
• Knowledge of the legal foundation for land use and subdivision regulations
• Knowledge of economic development principles and concepts
• Knowledge of the use of geographic information systems (GIS) in planning and zoning applications
• Ability to analyze and systematically compile technical and statistical information, and to prepare technical reports.
• Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions and approaches to problems
• Ability to communicate complex regulatory information to diverse audiences, including residents, developers, and elected officials,
• Skill in preparing and publicly presenting staff reports
• Skill in firm yet courteous and tactful communications in customer service
• Ability to solve problems using a balance of technical competence, creativity and research

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Urban Design, Public Administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• Three to five years progressive experience in urban planning, public administration, or related field, preferred
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification or ability to obtain, preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The ability to express or exchange ideas visually, verbally or in writing. Must be able to drive, and physically examine work sites. Periodically involves physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, or push objects (50 lb. or less), and bending, stooping, and reaching.

BENEFITS

• Vacation Leave — Available after the end of the training period (at least 6 months). Vacation accrues each pay period (every 2 weeks) and the accrual rate is based on years of service.
• Sick Leave - Accrue 8 hours of sick leave per month, no wait period.
• Holidays - The City provides 11 paid holidays.
• Medical and Dental Insurance – The City covers at least 85% of the premiums of all plans. Available 1st of the month following the date of hire.
• Retirement – After the training period, the City will contribute 7% of gross compensation into a 401a plan and will match up to 3% of employee contribution for a total of 10%. The City does not participate in KPERS; only KP&F for police and fire employees.
• YMCA Discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free and Confidential counseling
• Tuition Reimbursement - While employed ($1,000 a year)
• Life Insurance for employee and dependents – After 90 days paid by the City
• Disability insurance for employees – After90 days paid by the City

Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Andover.

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• I attest that I will only provide true and complete information. No requested information will be concealed. If any information I provide is untrue, or if I conceal material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.
• If selected for employment with the City of Andover, I agree to participate in the appropriate examinations, determined by the position, which would include pre-employment drug screening, and could include physical examination, polygraph, psychological, and physical endurance examinations as well. These examinations will be paid for entirely by the City of Andover. Costs of transportation and time involved in completing the examinations are the responsibility of the applicant.
• I authorize the City of Andover to contact references provided for employment reference checks.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Andover is an equal-opportunity employer. The City of Andover does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA)

The City shall make reasonable modifications in policies, practices, or procedures when the modifications are necessary to avoid discrimination on the basis of disability unless the City can demonstrate that making the modifications would fundamentally alter the nature of the service, program, or activity. The City of Andover will not place surcharges on individuals with disabilities to cover the costs involved in making programs accessible. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify the City’s Director of Human Resources.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Drug-Free Workplace

The City of Andover is committed to a Drug-Free Workplace. I understand that the City of Andover requires the successful completion of a urinalysis for drug testing purposes as a condition of employment. Completion of an application does not constitute an employment contract or an offer of employment.

At-Will Employment

Employment with the City of Andover is considered “at-will.” Consideration for employment has not established any obligation for the City of Andover to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either the City of Andover or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

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