Zoning & Wetlands Enforcement Inspector

City of West Haven; West Haven (CT); On-site; USD 81,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with City match

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability Coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

13 Paid Holidays

Vacation Time, Personal Time, and Sick

Tuition Discount at City universities

Job summary

City of West Haven is seeking a Zoning Enforcement Officer/Inland Wetlands Agent to enforce zoning codes and wetlands regulations. The role involves reviewing plans, investigating violations, and coordinating with legal and other departments to ensure timely compliance.

Applicants should have 5+ years of zoning enforcement experience, relevant CAZEO certification, and a valid CT driver’s license. The position offers a full-time, benefits-rich municipal package in West Haven, CT.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of zoning and inland wetlands regulations.
• Experience enforcing zoning codes across multiple property types.
• Ability to interpret land use regulations and apply corrective measures.

Responsibilities

• Review zoning variances and site plans for compliance.
• Investigate violations and issue written or oral instructions for corrections.
• Coordinate enforcement with other municipal departments and agencies.

Skills

Zoning knowledge

Regulatory enforcement

Oral and written communication

Court testimony

Relationship building

Driving license

Education

College degree or high school with 5 years’ zoning experience

CAZEO Certification

DEEP/ Inland Wetlands coursework

Tools

Motor vehicle

Computer

Camera equipment

Job description

City of West Haven is seeking a Zoning Enforcement Officer/Inland Wetlands Agent to enforce zoning codes and wetlands regulations. The role involves reviewing plans, investigating violations, and coordinating with legal and other departments to ensure timely compliance.

Applicants should have 5+ years of zoning enforcement experience, relevant CAZEO certification, and a valid CT driver’s license. The position offers a full-time, benefits-rich municipal package in West Haven, CT.