Planning & Zoning Administrator

City of St Joseph; Adrian (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Adrian is seeking a Planning and Zoning Administrator to manage the implementation of the zoning code, laws, and regulations, and to serve as staff liaison to the Planning Commission. This role also oversees the land development review process from application to commission recommendation; assists with zoning changes, ordinance amendments, and master planning.

Responsibilities include interpreting and applying state and local codes, and preparing monthly meeting materials for the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration or related field with two or more years of planning or community development experience in municipal government.
• Master’s Degree in Urban Planning and AICP certification preferred.
• Candidate must possess and maintain a valid State of Michigan driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Manage the implementation of the zoning code, laws and regulations.
• Serve as staff liaison to the Planning Commission and other boards.
• Oversee land development review process from application to commission recommendation.
• Assist with zoning changes, ordinance amendments and master planning.
• Interpret and apply state and local codes and prepare monthly meeting materials.

Skills

Planning experience

Liaison skills

Regulatory interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration

Master’s degree in Urban Planning

AICP certification

Job description

The City of Adrian is accepting applications for a Planning and Zoning Administrator to manage the implementation of the zoning code, laws, and regulations, as well as the zoning review process. This position works under the direction of the Building Official and serves as staff liaison to the Planning Commission and other boards. Responsibilities include completion of the land development review process from application to commission recommendation; assisting with zoning changes, ordinance amendments, and master planning. Other duties include interpreting and applying state and local codes, ordinances and regulations related to planning and preparing monthly meeting materials.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration or related field with two or more years of planning or community development experience in municipal government. A Master’s Degree in Urban Planning and American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification is preferred. Candidates must possess and maintain a valid State of Michigan driver’s license.