Zoning & Planning Administrator

Construction Association of Michigan; Michigan; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Construction Association of Michigan seeks a Zoning Administrator to manage and enforce the Township Zoning Ordinance, review Planning Commission submissions, and attend Planning Commission and ZBA meetings.

Under the Director of Building, Planning & Zoning, duties include preparing agenda items, updating forms, handling permits, and advising on zoning issues; occasional evening meetings and site inspections are expected.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with the Zoning Ordinance and forms.
• Ability to write clearly for applicants and agencies.
• Ability to speak before service groups/media on zoning issues.
• Ability to read legal documents related to zoning administration.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Good organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload.

Responsibilities

• Enforce the Township's Zoning Ordinance and related forms.
• Review submissions for completeness and prepare agenda items for Planning Commission and Township Board.
• Provide information and assist with agenda preparation for decision bodies.
• Review Wetland and land use permits for compliance and issue permits as appropriate.
• Attend Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals meetings, including evenings.
• Coordinate with staff to publish notices and update zoning maps and records.

Skills

Zoning Ordinance

Public speaking

Writing clearly

Attention to detail

Customer service

Organizational skills

Job description

The Construction Association of Michigan seeks a Zoning Administrator to manage and enforce the Township Zoning Ordinance, review Planning Commission submissions, and attend Planning Commission and ZBA meetings.

Under the Director of Building, Planning & Zoning, duties include preparing agenda items, updating forms, handling permits, and advising on zoning issues; occasional evening meetings and site inspections are expected.