Zoning Supervisor

City of Grand Junction • Grand Junction, CO

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About The Position

The Zoning Supervisor performs advanced professional duties in developing, implementing, and modifying City plans and regulations. Reporting to the Community Development Director, this role supervises staff responsible for planning and permitting services, provides coordination and management for major planning efforts. Responsibilities include developing and modifying, plans and policies, conducting complex planning reviews, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing customer service related to administering current planning and permitting programs

Requirements

• Four (4) years of increasingly responsible urban planning and development experience.
• One year of supervisory experience.
• Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in planning or related field.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Colorado driver's license.
• Possession of an American Institute of Certified Planners certification (AICP).
• Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Author and/or modify City policies and plans related to growth and development.
• Perform complex planning and development review of subdivisions, site plans, re-zoning, annexations, code amendments, and other permits or processes to ensure compliance with all requirements.
• Provide recommendations on development proposals.
• Exercise direct supervision over professionals and para-professionals responsible for providing planning and permitting services.
• Recommend, implement and administer ordinances.
• Provide information and assistance to City staff, the public, and developers regarding City plans, zoning matters and development requirements.
• Conduct meetings with engineers, developers, architects, public and City staff regarding the development process and requirements.
• Collaborate with internal and external agencies on development-related issues.
• Direct and supervise staff responsible for certain planning and permitting services.

Benefits

• City Employee Health Clinic: The City is committed to supporting the health and well-being of employees, and their families. Our near-site Sage Health & Wellness Center offers free or low-cost healthcare services for employees and their dependents enrolled in a City health plan. Services include preventative care, health assessments and coaching, treatment for common illnesses, lab services, physical therapy, a medical massage therapist, and behavioral health counseling. The clinic also offers wellness programs, challenges, and classes that empower employees and their families to stay healthy and thrive.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees