Zoning & Land Use Technician

Town of Merrimack; Merrimack (NH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Merrimack seeks a highly responsible planning and zoning professional to support the Community Development Department in guiding land use planning and development objectives. You will provide administrative and technical support to the Community Development Director and Planning & Zoning Administrator.

You will investigate violations, review site plans, and assist land use boards, with duties including preparing agendas, notices, and minutes, and coordinating development review

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Urban, Regional or Community Planning or a related field.
• At least three years of progressively responsible experience in zoning enforcement or as a planner.

Responsibilities

• Investigates zoning violations and enforces compliance.
• Reviews site plans for drainage, paving, lighting, and landscaping to ensure compliance with approved plans.
• Supports the Zoning Board of Adjustment, Planning Board, and Conservation Commission; prepares agendas, notices, memos, and minutes.
• Maintains and processes land use permit applications and decisions; coordinates with departments and non-Town agencies.
• Coordinates development review processes, ensuring statutory compliance and preparing staff reports.
• Reviews Administrative Approval applications including commercial tenant changes and minor site modifications.

Skills

Land use knowledge

Effective communication

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Urban, Regional or Community Planning

Job description

The Town of Merrimack seeks a highly responsible planning and zoning professional to support the Community Development Department in guiding land use planning and development objectives. You will provide administrative and technical support to the Community Development Director and Planning & Zoning Administrator.

You will investigate violations, review site plans, and assist land use boards, with duties including preparing agendas, notices, and minutes, and coordinating development review