Urban Zoning & Planning Specialist

The City of Franklin, Ohio; Franklin (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% Pension Pick-Up

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Optical insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

The City of Franklin is seeking an experienced zoning and land use professional to lead development reviews, ensure compliance with city codes, and support planning initiatives. You will review permits, inspect sites, advise developers, and serve as liaison to Planning Commission and related boards in Franklin, OH.

A minimum of five years in engineering, code enforcement, or urban planning is required, with the ability to interpret complex codes and communicate clearly with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in engineering and/or code enforcement and urban planning.

Responsibilities

• Ensure new development and ongoing land occupancy conform to applicable City regulations regarding land use and zoning, drainage and stormwater management, special flood hazard areas, and nuisance abatement.
• Understand, interpret, and apply information from the City Codes and specifications.
• Review and approve or deny permit applications for accessory uses, signs, minor site plans, and temporary uses.
• Receive and act on zoning and nuisance complaints, including investigations and notices, and provide testimony in court cases.
• Assist and advise contractors, developers, property owners and others regarding zoning regulations and requirements.
• Conduct field inspections to ensure compliance with all zoning regulations and permit requirements.
• Handle written and oral correspondence relative to applicable code violations, Maintain records of permits, zoning approvals/denials, and construction inspections.
• Serve as staff liaison to the Planning Commission, BZA, and other City boards, commissions and/or County agencies.

Skills

Engineering

Code enforcement

Urban planning

Regulations interpretation

Report writing

Communication

Job description

The City of Franklin is seeking an experienced zoning and land use professional to lead development reviews, ensure compliance with city codes, and support planning initiatives. You will review permits, inspect sites, advise developers, and serve as liaison to Planning Commission and related boards in Franklin, OH.

A minimum of five years in engineering, code enforcement, or urban planning is required, with the ability to interpret complex codes and communicate clearly with stakeholders.