Zoning Administrator

City of Riverside • Oh 45431, OH

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About The Position

The Zoning Administrator is a mid-level position in the Community Development Department, working under the direction of the Community Development Director. The role interprets, explains, and enforces the City’s zoning codes and ensures compliance with local codes and ordinances. The Zoning Administrator works with internal departments, city officials, the Planning Commission, the Board of Zoning Appeals, and community members to support development and help shape the community’s future.

The position administers zoning, code enforcement, and permitting programs; provides information and application guidance to the public; and conducts research, data analysis, field investigations, and reporting. It also supports comprehensive plans and special projects through written materials and visual aids, administers local floodplain regulations and related National Flood Insurance Program activities, and serves as a staff liaison to designated boards and commissions. The position also serves as Housing Officer for the Community Reinvestment Area Program and helps coordinate community outreach events.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, public administration, or a related field, and/or two or more years of experience in urban planning or public administration.
• Possess an AICP (American Institute of Certified Planners) credential or be able to obtain it within a reasonable time.
• Understanding of zoning principles and applications.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Ohio driver’s license.
• Equivalent qualifications may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Ability to facilitate public participation processes, communicate planning issues to a wide range of audiences, create clear and concise reports and presentations, work with professionals in various fields, train and supervise others, and solve problems creatively and competently.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Geographic Information Systems (GIS); preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Answer public questions, process complaints and information requests, and explain application procedures and the development review process.
• Oversee, interpret, and enforce the zoning code and permitting process.
• Administer the City’s zoning, code enforcement, and permitting programs.
• Prepare reports, correspondence, maps, charts, posters, and other visual aids for comprehensive plans and special projects.
• Conduct research and data analysis, prepare reports, review internal and County records, and update information on zoning regulations, the comprehensive plan, and department policies.
• Implement local floodplain regulations in compliance with State and Federal requirements; update flood maps, plans, and community policies; and administer activities related to the National Flood Insurance Program.
• Prepare oral and written presentations for the Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, and other multi-jurisdictional boards and commissions as necessary.
• Conduct field investigations for zoning, development, and public nuisance cases.
• Serve as Housing Officer for the Community Reinvestment Area Program and as staff liaison to the CRA Housing Council.
• Serve as the primary staff liaison for the Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, and Property Maintenance Appeals Board.
• Work with the business community on City code and zoning issues.
• Assist in planning and coordinating the Department’s community outreach events.
• Use the zoning map to locate properties and identify their respective zones.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level