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Job Position |
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Director of Planning/Zoning Officer |
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Description |
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Administer and enforce the Township Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance, Stormwater Management Ordinance and other miscellaneous Township Ordinances. |
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Requirements |
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Process and / or oversee the processing of applications for zoning, building, stormwater and other permits from submission through a decision to deny or to issue permits in conformance with all applicable federal laws and regulations, state laws and regulations and Township Ordinances. Track all zoning and building permits from permit issuance through occupancy and completion of the project and prepare regular reports. During the processing of permit applications, coordinate the impartial review and approval of applications with building code officials and other Township departments. Work with applicants, property owners and consultants to provide assistance. Process applications for all zoning hearings (special exceptions, variances and conditional uses) including the preparation of public notices, newspaper advertising and property postings. Coordinate hearings with all involved parties including the applicant, zoning hearing board members, legal counsel and other Township staff members. Maintain complete and organized files on all properties in the Township related to zoning and building applications, permits, zoning applications and decisions and applications for recorded subdivision and land development plans. Investigate complaints and independently identify violations of the Township Zoning Ordinance and other Township Ordinances (including the “Nuisance Ordinance” and Property Maintenance Code) with impartiality. Prepare and issue notices of violation and prepare complaints for prosecution before the District Magistrate. Prepare agendas for, attend and prepare minutes for Township Zoning Hearings, Township Planning Commission meetings and when requested by the Township Manager, Board of Supervisors meetings. Attend other meetings to represent the Township. Assist the public and design professionals with questions related to the zoning ordinance and other Township ordinances. Oversee and conduct special projects and other duties related to Township Planning issues, the administration, enforcement and improvement of Township Ordinances and other projects and duties when needed. Utilize and maintain information for the Zoning and Planning Department on the Township’s computer system. Supervise the Assistant Zoning Officer(s), Administrative Assistant, Stormwater Coordinator and Stormwater Technician in the conduct and completion of assigned duties, including appropriate direction, training and discipline. Serve as the Township’s Building Code Official under the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code by obtaining and maintaining the required certification. Maintain the approved list of third party Uniform Construction Code (UCC) plan review and inspection firms as well as maintain liaison with these firms in order to provide an efficient and effective permit process. Maintain the UCC Board of Appeals for the Conestoga Valley Region and provide staff support through effective communication with Upper Leacock and West Earl Townships. Serve as an administrator for permit software programs and GIS software and oversee the appropriate maintenance and utilization of these tools. Promote a positive customer service approach and atmosphere. |
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How to Apply |
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Email Tara Hitchens, Assistant Township Manager at thitchens@eltwp.org with cover letter and resume attached as a pdf and with subject line noting DIRECTOR OF PLANNING POSITION. |
