Development Review Manager

City of Concord • Concord, NC

15h • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to administer and enforce land use regulations and supervise projects and staff. This role involves reviewing, approving, and enforcing permit and zoning requests, conducting site inspections, and managing staff performance and development. The manager also leads the Development Review Committee, responds to citizen inquiries, and provides technical advice to various stakeholders.

Requirements

• Valid North Carolina Driver’s License
• Possession of or ability to obtain a Certified Zoning Official Certification (CZO) within one (1) year from date of hire.
• Possession of or ability obtain an American Institute of Certified Planners Certification (AICP) within two (2) years from date of hire.
• Applicants must meet the City criteria for an acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of legal procedures as related to the enforcement of laws and ordinances
• Knowledge of Zoning ordinance and other local, federal and State laws, rules and regulations dealing with land development
• Knowledge of Managerial principles
• Knowledge of Public administration principles
• Knowledge of Advanced planning principles and theories
• Knowledge of Land development principles and practices

Responsibilities

• Administers land use regulations by reviewing, approving, and enforcing various permit and zoning requests, conducting site inspections, and directing and supervising the preparation and maintenance of files and records.
• Supervises staff by prioritizing and assigning work, conducting performance evaluations, ensuring staff training and adherence to policies and procedures, and making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.
• Leads the Development Review Committee by attending weekly meetings and coordinates review. Responsible for conducting, facilitating, or chairing the weekly meetings, ensuring discussions are productive and focused on compliance.
• Responds directly to citizen inquiries regarding development standards and proposed projects.
• Plans, organizes, and directs the review and evaluation of home occupation permits, zoning clearance permits, conditional use permits, additional use permits, privilege licenses, construction plans, and subdivision plats.
• Reviews permits and applications to ensure compliance with Concord Development Ordinance (CDO), City Code, and other requirements.
• Provides technical advice and assistance to the general public, builders, developers, primary advisory boards, other City departments and City Council.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed