Zoning Officer

Montgomery County Association of Township Officials; Plymouth Township (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Plymouth Township, a Home Rule Municipality in Montgomery County, PA, seeks a qualified Zoning Officer to manage day-to-day zoning administration, issue permits, review land use plans, and enforce the zoning ordinance.

The officer works under the Planning and Zoning Director, supports reports, and must have strong knowledge of MPC, UCC, and state/federal regs; evening meetings and site visits may be required.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of zoning and land development.
• Strong knowledge of the MPC, UCC, and applicable regulations.
• Excellent communication and ability to present before boards.
• 3–5 years of municipal zoning or related experience; degree preferred.
• Able to interpret ordinances and technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Administer and enforce the Township’s Zoning Ordinance.
• Issue zoning permits and conduct zoning reviews.
• Maintain records and enforce compliance.
• Provide technical support to the Planning and Zoning Director.
• Attend evening meetings and site inspections as needed.

Skills

Zoning knowledge

Land development

Project management

Ordinance interpretation

Written and verbal communication

Professional judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree in planning or related field

Equivalent education/experience accepted

Job description

Plymouth Township, a Home Rule Municipality located in Montgomery County, PA, is seeking qualified
applicants for the position of Zoning Officer.

The Zoning Officer is responsible for the day-to-day administration and enforcement of the Township’s Zoning Ordinance and related land use regulations. This position is the primary Zoning Officer, responsible for issuing zoning permits, conducting zoning reviews, enforcing compliance, and maintaining records.

The Zoning Officer works under the general supervision of the Planning and Zoning Director and provides technical support to the Director in preparing Planning Agency reports and recommendations.

Applicants are required to possess the following:

• Thorough knowledge of zoning, and land development
• Thorough and applied knowledge of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code (MPC),
  Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (UCC), and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to interpret ordinances, plans, technical reports, and legal documents.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present effectively before
  boards, commissions, and the public.
• Ability to exercise sound professional judgment and manage competing priorities in a politically
  sensitive environment.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in municipal zoning, planning, code enforcement, or a related field
  required. A Bachelor’s degree in planning, public administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent
  combination of education and experience may be considered. Experience working with zoning hearing
  boards and the public strongly preferred.

Pennsylvania Zoning Officer certification required or must be obtained within a specified period after appointment.

Attendance at evening meetings is required. Occasional field visits and site inspections may be necessary.

Plymouth Township is an EOE.