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Fantastic chance to join Government Jobs in Carrollton as their new Zoning Enforcement Officer!

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This is primarily a Full-time position.

This position is a fantastic chance to contribute to the Government, Urban Planning, Law Enforcement, Land Use sector.

This position requires a strong skillset in relevant areas and a proactive approach.

The position offers a competitive salary starting at $78.8k-$99.8k/Year (approximately $7.4k/Month), plus benefits.

Under the general direction of the Director of Operations or his/her designee, performs professional responsible work involving the administration and enforcement of the Zoning Regulations and oversees and directs the Land Use Inspectors. Reviews and issues zoning permits, oversees zoning approvals for building permit applications, investigates complaints of zoning violations, and conducts field inspections.

Key Duties:

As the Zoning Enforcement Officer, interprets, administers and enforces the zoning regulations according to State Statues and subdivision regulations established by the Land Use Boards as well as guidelines and the policies and procedures established by the Boards.

• Performs work involving the enforcement and administration of the Zoning Regulations and oversees and directs and the Land Use Inspectors.
• Supervises and provides leadership to the Land Use Inspectors in the review of building and zoning permit applications, directs their investigations and processing of zoning violations and dealings with the public.
• Provides consultation and guidance to members of the public, attorneys, architects, planners, and engineers on all City zoning regulations.
• Organizes and performs field inspections on all phases of the construction process to assure compliance.
• Prepares and reviews all applications to the Land Use Boards for compliance with zoning regulations.
• Confers with Corporation Counsel’s office in enforcement and interpretive situations when necessary.
• Issues cease and desist orders and fines notices.

Education and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Land Use Planning, Geography, Environmental Studies, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Engineering or other directly related field and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of land use regulation, planning or development, which shall include at least two (2) years of full time experience in the direct administration and/or enforcement of municipal planning and zoning regulations or an equivalent combination of training and experience as described above.

A Master’s degree in Land Use Planning or directly related field may substitute for one (1) year of the five years’ work experience requirement.

Special Necessary Requirement:

• Certified Zoning Enforcement Official (CZEO) certification within one year of appointment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle license to drive in the State of Connecticut.